Basic principles of hydraulics
WHAT DOES THIS INTRODUCTION TO HYDRAULICS TRAINING COVER?
In this introductory course, we study the basic principles of hydraulics. Starting from technical concepts such as oil, pressure and flow, we discover how hydraulic components like pumps, cylinders and valves work.
This training starts with theory using hydraulic diagrams, but the practical application on the available components makes this complex subject much clearer.
You learn to inspect, resolve first-line faults and carry out basic maintenance on simple installations. Because the basics are almost identical, we make no distinction between stationary and mobile hydraulics.
Discover how oil, pressure and flow work. After this training, you play with pumps and valves!
- Technical concepts
- Oil, pressure and flow
- Hydraulic components
- Pumps and motors
- Cylinders
- Valves
- Hydraulic diagrams
- Inspections
- First-line faults
- Maintenance of simple installations
After this introduction, you specialise through various short practical modules such as PVG valves, pump control systems (open centre, closed centre, closed centre load sensing) or hydrostatic drive.
ACTIONS, NOT WORDS!
- Theoretical presentation (30%) with plenty of practical exercises (70%)
- Continuous assessment
- Every participant who passes receives a certificate of attendance
Frequently asked questions
Who is the hydraulics introduction for?
For technicians and maintenance staff who want to understand the basics of hydraulics and inspect/maintain simple installations. No prior knowledge required.
Do you cover stationary and mobile hydraulics?
Yes. Because the basics are almost identical, we make no distinction between stationary and mobile hydraulics.
What comes after the introduction?
You can specialise through short practical modules such as PVG valves, pump control systems (open/closed centre, load sensing) or hydrostatic drive.