Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for
participation in the module
The module is based on knowledge achieved in the modules Calculus,
Linear algebra, Applied engineering mathematics, Fundamental
control theory and Introduction to mechanics and thermo-dynamics or
similar.
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have knowledge about and comprehension of various fluid power
components and their function
- Have knowledge about fluid power diagrams
- Have knowledge about and comprehension of fluid power system
design
- Have knowledge about and comprehension of both steady state and
dynamic modelling of fluid power components and systems
- Have knowledge about and comprehension of classic controllers
for fluid power systems
- Have knowledge about an industrial servo-system and its
structure
Skills
- Be able to model and analyse fluid power systems
- Be able to design fluid power systems
- Be able to design and dimension basic linear controllers for
fluid power servo-systems
Competences
- Be able to solve development-oriented situations with relation
to fluid power systems
- Independently be able to participate in disciplinary and
interdisciplinary collaboration with a professional approach with
relation to fluid power system
Type of instruction
The programme is based on a combination of academic, problem
oriented and interdisciplinary approaches and organised based on
the following types of instruction that combine skills and
re-flection:
- lectures
- class teaching
- project work
- workshops
- exercises (individually and in groups)
- teacher feedback
- professional reflection
- portfolio work
- laboratory work
- e-learning
Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 5 ECTS course, the work load is expected to be 150
hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Design and Control of Hydraulic Systems |
Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
ECTS | 5 |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |