DST 315 Course Syllabus

Course Number: DST 314

Course Title: Hydraulics and Pneumatics II. 4 Credits.
Instructor Name: Randy Riggin
Office Phone/Voice Mail: Office: Brockmann Center 210S
email: Phone: 406-265-4127
randy.riggin@msun.edu
Date Range: January 13th 2016 thru May 6th 2016
Course Meeting: January 14th Instruction Begins
January 18th (Mon) Martin Luther King Day (no classes)
January 27th (Wed) Last Day to Add Classes (for full session
courses)
Jan 29th (Fri) Last Day to drop a class without a W
February 15th Presidents Day (no classes)
(Mon)

March 14th -18th Spring break (no classes)

March 24th (Thu) Last Day to Drop with a W (for full session
courses)
Mar 25th (Fri) University Day (no classes)

Mar 28th (Mon) First day for advanced registration for Fall
Semester
April 4th- 6th (Mon- Skills USA State Conference at MSUN
Wed)
April 28th (Thu) TeKNoXpo 2016 at MSUN
nd th
May 2 6 Finals week
Location of Lecture Brockman 105
Location of Lab ATC Building Room 112
Credit Hours: 4 hours
Lecture/Theory Hours: 2 hours; TR 0800-0850 Sec. 101
Lab Hours: 4 hours; TR 900-1050 Sec. 102, TR 1300-1450 Sec. 103
Prerequisite(s) DST 204/214
Text: Mobile Hydraulics Manual. Eaton Hydraulics Training Services.
Maumee, OH. 2010. ISBN 0-9634162-5-1
Instructional Materials: Notebook, writing materials, folder for handouts, computer access
with Internet connection for Desire-to-Learn and assignments.
Course Description: Application of hydraulics and pneumatics with emphasis on live work.
Troubleshooting and diagnostics of hydraulic systems including
testing, adjustment, and repair of components.
Prerequisites: DST 204 and DST 214. Course Fee: $15.00.

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Course Objectives and EACH STUDENT SHOULD SUCCESSFULLY:
Outcomes: 1. Understand and apply safe practices when working with various
types of hydraulic systems.
2. Have a solid understanding of the basic principles of energy
transfer in a hydraulic system, including work done, power
required, heat lost and how to measure these values for
troubleshooting purposes.
3. Be able to identify the schematic symbols used in the mobile
hydraulic industry. To include matching of the symbols with the
corresponding component and describe its function within the
system.
4. Be able to write a detailed description of a mobile hydraulic
system function from a schematic.
5. Accurately define the terms: pressure, flow, force, velocity,
horsepower, torque, watts and current as related to a pump
motor system.
6. Know and be able to apply Pascals law to determine the pressure
and flow at any given point in a simple hydraulic system. To
include calculating system efficiency. Calculate force,
temperature, velocity, horsepower, torque, and heat loss relevant
to the various types of systems and be able to convert the results
into specific units of measure.
7. Define head pressure in a hydraulic system.
8. Identify the components of a hydraulic reservoir and describe
their function.
9. Match the symptoms of pump/tank malfunction such as
cavitation, aeriation and overheating.
10. Using the trainer/simulator, perform the lab to demonstrate the
phenomenon of pump cavitation and or aeriation.
11. Understand the function and placing of filtering components and
be able to sketch a circuit to include inlet and return filters with
bypass filtration.
12. Identify types, properties and functions of hydraulic fluids that
make power transmission possible and how each affect the
performance of the specific system. To include defining viscosity
and SUS and SAE ratings while understanding the advantages and
disadvantages of each type and viscosity of oil.
13. List sources of fluid contamination and ways to avoid them.
14. Understand the differences between the styles and types of
pumps used in the industry. Focusing on positive displacement

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pumps with either fixed or variable displacement.
15. Understand the differences and applications of the styles and
types of positive displacement pumps such as gear, vane and
piston. To include most of the variations that can be found in the
field.
16. To match pump types to a description of their working principles.
17. Be able to list the causes of pump inefficiencies associated with
fixed volume pumps. Understand the same problems relating to
variable displacement pumps and explain the differences.
18. List applications and reasons for using variable volume pumps.
With an emphasis on pressure compensated pump systems.
19. Have a solid working knowledge of the pressure compensation
control of modern load sensing pumps.
20. Apply an understanding of the various pumps to their function in
the three types of mobile hydraulic systems; open center, closed
center or pressure compensated.
21. Use product literature and internet research material to
demonstrate correct maintenance of a hydraulic system
(fixed/variable pumps, reservoirs, filters, strainers, magnetic
strainers and gauges. To encompass all P.M. considerations
including oil sampling).
22. Given an oil sample result sheet, be able to identify the most
probable cause for any poor readings.
23. Match the following pressure control valves with their symbols
and know their application; Relief valve (direct and pilot
operated), Two-stage relief, Pressure reducing, Sequence and
Unloading.
24. Identify the type of drain required for each type of relief valve.
25. Use a trainer /simulator to demonstrate the function of all the
valves mentioned in #23.
26. Give a written description of the operation of pilot operated
pressure relief valve.
27. Match directional control valves and types of spools (centering
condition, pilots and operators) with their symbols and be able to
identify their application.
28. Label ports on a directional control valve and trace the various oil
paths through the valve using a schematic.
29. List the various centering conditions commonly used in a
directional control valve and know there symbols.
30. List the piloting arrangements commonly used in directional

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control valves and know their symbols.
31. Match flow controls (uncompensated and temp. or pressure
compensated) with their description and symbol.
32. Using a trainer/simulator, set the flow rate through the use of a
pressure compensated flow control valve. Apply metering
adjustments to a cylinder circuit to control the time cycle of a
cylinder in both extend and retract positions.
33. Using the trainer/simulator, construct a circuit using meter out
flow control to demonstrate pressure intensification that takes
place in a double acting cylinder. Vary the system pressure at the
in port and record the pressure changes at the out port.
34. Using the trainer / simulator design a circuit to extend and return
a cylinder with the same time cycle using a regenerative circuit.
35. Give a written description of the operation of a pressure
compensated flow control valve
36. Write a description of the use and application of an accumulator
in a system.
37. List the common types of accumulators and be able to identify
each.
38. Identify the procedure and safety considerations for
depressurizing and charging gas accumulators and disassembly of
spring accumulators.
39. Match various types of actuators (cylinders and motors) with
their proper symbol and application.
40. Match the proper tubing, hoses and fittings to a specific hydraulic
application. Know the proper ratings for those various
components and the safety considerations.
41. Understand the various sealing methods with an emphasis on O-
ring type seals. Understand the shape and material differences of
O-ring seals and their proper application.
42. Be able to identify various type of O-ring failures and their cause
as well as how to prevent subsequent failures.
43. Write a description of the operation of a hydrostatic drive system.
44. Describe the differences in the following hydrostatic systems:
open loop closed loop, open circuit, closed circuit.
45. Identify the four basic configurations of hydrostatic drive systems;
inline, U-shape, S-shape and split.
46. Understand the function of the following components in a
hydrostatic system: drive pump, drive motor, servo system,
charge system and feedback system. Understand the power flow

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through these components.
47. Disassemble assess and reassemble the mentioned components
as available in labs. When failed components are available the
students will apply failure analysis principles to diagnose the
failure and recommend repair options based on a cost analysis.
48. Troubleshoot hydraulic circuits with an emphasis on using your
head to assemble a resolution from the following resources;
visual audible inspections, operator information, on board
diagnostics, service literature (paper and electronic), thermal
observations (infrared heat gun) and fellow technicians.
49. Be able to recognize and apply good work habits that will make
the student more valuable to employers.
50. Understand the importance of clear, concise and timely paper
work to justify the high costs of repairs to a customer who may
not understand the complexities involved in the repair. Service
reports will be required on all lab work and all paper work must
be grammatically correct and clearly written.
Lecture, hands-on lab, Desire-to-Learn, reading, writing, math,
research
THE FINAL GRADE WILL BE COMPUTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:
4 Section tests 10% of final grade
Comprehensive final 15% of final grade
Quizzes/assignments 25% of final grade
Lab work See Rubric 50% of final grade
TOTAL - 100%

Final comprehensive exam will be during Finals Week (May 2nd thru
the 6th). Grades will be available online after May 13th 2016.
Grading Scale: Grade
Grades Description
Point
A Excellent 4
A- 3.7
B+ 3.3
B Above Average 3
B- 2.7
C+ 2.3
C Average 2
C- 1.7
D+ 1.3

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Equal Access Service for
Special Needs and
Accommodations:
Tutoring for ALL
Students:
Requirements for Successful
Completion:
Attendance/Make-Up Policy:
Notices from Instructor:
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DST 315 Course Syllabus
D Below Average 1
D- Passing .7
F Failure 0
I Incomplete
Indicates that the work of the course is more than
three-fourths complete, not finished, but may be
completed. An incomplete is given only to a student
who has a proper excuse for not having completed all
the requirements of a course.
If you have documented special needs that require special
accommodation, you must contact your professor to identify yourself
within the first two weeks of class so that special arrangements can
be made through Student Services, Cowan Hall 213C.
Both online tutoring and face-to-face tutoring is available for all
students, regardless of special needs, at the Learning Success Center.
Phone: 406.265.4133
Location: Library
Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Email: LearningSuccessCenter@msun.edu
Earned grade of D- or higher is passing;
However, a C average or higher is required for the ATDI majors to
graduate. If you earn a D+ or lower, you will be required to retake the
course.
Remember, this class and degree is to prepare you for a career.
Therefore, youre expected to follow through on this commitment to
yourself and your future. That means attend every class and lecture
for the entire scheduled time. In our interviews with industry, their
first question is usually Is he or she dependable? For this reason
Attendance and timeliness are mandatory and failure in this area will
lower your grade.
4 unexcused absences will lower your final grade one full
letter grade.
2 tardies will equal 1 unexcused absence.
Only 3 excused absences will be permitted during the
semester.
All subsequent excused absences will become unexcused.
Should a true emergency occur, communication prior to
absence is critical.
We will try our best to adhere to this lecture schedule.
Things will come up and we may have to deviate from the written
schedule at times but this is where we will try to be during the
semester.

Academic Misconduct
Safety TOP Priority
Tentative Schedule
Week Dates
1 January 14th
2 January 19th and
21st
3 January 26th and
28th
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Refer to the Student Handbook, which can be found at
http://www.msun.edu/admin/policies/600/601-2.aspx
Descriptions, examples, and sanctions of and for academic
misconduct are outlined in this section. Any violation by students of
university policies regarding academic misconduct (which includes
cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, or misrepresentation), or personal
misconduct may result in failure of the course.
Safety will, of course, takes top priority!
Safety glasses will be worn at all times in the lab NO EXEPTIONS.
Proper Attire such as coveralls or work clothes will be required, no
shorts and no open toed shoes.
Cell phones may, at times, be used for reference for educational
purposes, but distracting use of electronic devises during lecture or
lab will result in those devises being turned off.
HAVE FUN!
Topics Schedule Assignments
Lecture: Introduction to course; Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Safely
Syllabus/deadlines; Diesel Home. b. Syllabus review c.
industry careers Personal safety and awareness.
Lab: Lab: a. Lab introduction and
pretest; b. Review pretest and lab
safety.
Lecture: Safety Quiz, Symbols, Lecture: a. Safety Quiz PPE. b.
Chapter 1 Symbols and conversions. c.
Chapter 1, Pascals Law, system
basics, force, work, energy and
power.
Lab Lab: a. Hydraulic pump
Disassembly and assembly and
trainer/simulator introduction.
b. Hydraulic pump Disassembly
and assembly and trainer
/simulator exercise #1
Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch. 2 Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Warning
Labels. b. Chapter 2, Basic
hydraulic principles. c. Pump
Lab basics.
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4 February 2nd and 4th Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch. 4;
Lab
5 February 9th and Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch. 5 & 6
11th
Section test #1 (take home)
Lab
6 February 16th and Lecture: : Safety Quiz, Ch. 7
18th
Lab
7 February 23rd and Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.8;
25th
Lab
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Lab: a. Linear actuators
Disassembly and assembly and
trainer/simulator exercise #2.
b. Rotary actuators Disassembly
and assembly and
trainer/simulator exercise #3
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Seat
belts; b. Chapter 4. Linear
actuators; c. Chapter 5 Rotary
actuators; d
Lab: a. Directional control valves I
D and D@A and trainer/simulator
exercise #4.
b. Cartridge valves and electronic
valves and trainer/simulator
exercise #5
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Tire
Safety b. Chapter 5, Rotary
actuators. c. Chapter 6,
Hydrostatic steering
Lab: a. Caterpillar SIS exercise.
b. Cat 160M component
identification and machine task
training
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Slips Trips
and Falls b. Directional control
valves.
Lab: a. Cat ET exercise and task
training for machine operation
b. Cycle times test for 160M and
cycle time exercise on trainer
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Blocking
and Cribbing. b. Electronic
principles continued. c. Chapter 8.
Electronic controls.
Lab: a. Cat 160M electro-hydraulic
calibration exercise.
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8 March 1st and 3rd Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.9 and
10;
Lab
Troubleshooting Videos
9 March 8th and 10th Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.11 and
12
Lab
10 March 15th and 17th Spring Break
11 March 22nd and 24th Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.13
Lab
12 March 29th and 31st Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.14
Section Test 2 (take home)
Lab
13 April 5th and 7th Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.15 and
16;
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b. Cat 160M Hydraulic pressure
test
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Lockout
Tagout b. Chapter 9. Cartridge
valves. c. Chapter 10, Auxiliary
valves
Lab: a. Troubleshooting
introduction
b. Troubleshooting exercise #1
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Fatigue
Avoidance b. Chapter 11,
Accumulators. c. Chapter 12,
fixed displacement pumps
Lab: Troubleshooting exercises #2
&3
No Classes
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Operating
on a Slope b. Chapter 13.
Variable displacement pumps. c.
Variable displacement pumps.
Lab: a. Troubleshooting exercises
# 4 and 5
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Rental
Safety b. Chapter 14.
Hydrostatic transmissions b.
Hydrostatic transmissions
Lab: a. Hydrostatic transmission
disassembly and assembly
b. Component ID on hydrostatic
driven skid steer
Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Mounting
and Dismounting b. Chapter 15
and 16. Reservoirs and conductors
Lab: a. Pressure test for
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Lab hydrostatic drive on the skid steer.

b. Component ID and Operator

task training for Komatsu
Excavator

14 April 12th and 14th Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch.17 Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Walk
around inspection b. Chapter 17.
Hydraulic fluids and fluid
conditioning.

Lab Lab: a. Pressure tests for

excavator pumps

b. Cycle times and function tests

for Komatsu excavator.
15 April 19th and 21st Lecture: Safety Quiz, Ch. 18 Lecture: a. Safety Quiz Load and
Transport b. Ch. 18 Hydraulic
Section Test #3 fluid conditioning c. Take home
Lab test Section 3

Lab: Calibration of loaned

machines b. More calibration and
clean up machine for return.

16 April 26th and 28th Lecture: Circuit troubleshooting Lecture: Troubleshooting and
review

Lab: Open to any makeup needs

as required
17 May 2nd Thru the Finals Week To be announced
6th

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