Course Level
Certificate IV
Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Hydraulics and pneumatic machines are the backbones of a range of industries including manufacturing, construction, mining, oil & gas. This course explores the design, construction, operation and maintenance and troubleshooting of these most versatile machines. Students will obtain a comprehensive overview of all aspects related to the construction, design, operation, and maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Students will develop the requisite knowledge and skills to interpret, design and troubleshoot simple hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
EIT ONLINE | Online/Off-campus - 3 months | N/A | N/A |
Structure
12 Modules
Subjects
- Pressure and Flow Concepts
- Hydraulic Cylinders
- Hydraulic Directional Control Valves
- Hydraulic Pressure and Flow Control Valves
- Hydraulic Accessories, Hydraulic Fluids
- Basic Hydraulic Circuits and Applications
- Electro-Hydraulic Systems
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Hydraulic Systems
- Pneumatic System Fundamentals
- Pneumatic Circuit Design, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Unit Review
Entry requirements
- To obtain a certificate of completion for EITs Professional Certificate of Competency, students must achieve a 65% attendance rate at the live, online fortnightly webinars. Detailed summaries/notes can be submitted in lieu of attendance. In addition, students must obtain a mark of 60% in the set assignments which could take the form of written assignments and practical assignments. Students must also obtain a mark of 100% in quizzes. If a student does not achieve the required score, they will be given an opportunity to resubmit the assignment to obtain the required score.