Jul 23, 2025  
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Course/Program Inventory

IMS 2071 - Hydraulic Troubleshooting



Clock Hours: 66

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
The goal of the course is to teach the student realistic trouble shooting on advanced hydraulic systems.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  1. Introduction to Pressure-Compensated Pumps
    1. Define Hydraulic Troubleshooting.
    2. Demonstrate two methods of testing a hydraulic component.
    3. Describe the function and operation of a pressure-compensated pump. 
    4. Demonstrate the start- up and adjustment of a pressure-compensated pump. 
  2. Pressure- Compensated Pump Performance
    1. Define cavitation.
    2. Describe the cause of cavitation.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to recognize the sound of cavitation.
    4. Define flow vs. pressure.
    5. Demonstrate the measurement of flow and pressure.
  3. Hydraulic Actuators Troubleshooting
    1. Describe the function of cylinder cushions.
    2. Adjust a cylinder cushion. 
    3. Inspect and troubleshoot a hydraulic cylinder.
    4. Inspect and demonstrate a hydraulic motor.
  4. Hydraulic DCVs Troubleshooting
    1. Inspect and troubleshoot DCVs.
    2. Describe how to inspect and troubleshoot.
  5. Troubleshooting Flow Control, Pressure Control, and Check Valve
    1. Describe the operation and construction of a flow control, pressure control, and check valve.
    2. Inspect and troubleshoot a flow control, pressure control, and check valve.
  6. Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
    1. Describe and understand the categories of hydraulic system faults.
    2. Demonstrate the use of a troubleshooting hydraulic flowchart.