This Unit has been designed to give candidates a knowledge and understanding of the operation and maintenance requirements of pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Candidates will also be provided with the opportunity to design, assemble and test either a pneumatic or hydraulic system and to develop fault finding skills on a practical or simulated fluid power system containing faults. The Unit is particularly suitable for candidates training to be mechanical technicians or incorporated engineers.

On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:

1 Describe the operational and maintenance requirements of compressed air and hydraulic systems.
2 Design, assemble and test a fluid power and control circuit.
3 Demonstrate faultfinding competence on a fluid power system.