CD Industrial Group Inc.

Simulations & Hands-On Learning Challenges
Level I
3 Day
$2195
Instructor-Led Course

Practical Hydraulics

Learn to:

  • Confirm maximum and safe pressure ratings
  • Interpret component symbol and function data
  • Identify components by their appearance
  • Safely adjust basic pressure and flow controls
  • Identify directional valve ports and functions
  • Verify system pump types and characteristics
  • Load a cylinder or motor and interpret pressure readings

Practical Hydraulics is an instructor-led course that features plenty of hands-on time using our live hydraulic training panels and component simulation software. Our instructors also facilitate lively discussion and encourage questions; the more specific to your exact equipment, the better!

This level I course is the first step in rigorous hydraulics training. Students identify, connect and adjust a variety of flow, pressure and directional control valves on a live hydraulics training panel. Pump basics are covered along with system adjustments, schematic symbol reading and safe work practices. Students are encouraged to verify fluid power theory through hands-on work with live systems in the classroom.

Really useful, practical for everyday use on the job.Matthew D., West Fraser (AB Plywood)

Pump Basics

Objective: Identify and work expertly with your pump type

Activity: Adjust pressure compensator and flow rate

Fixed and variable displacement pumps have very different characteristics. Recognizing which kind of pump you are working with is vital in understanding system behavior.

All the animations really make it simple to grasp how pumps, valves, & controls function.Adam H., Canfor

Pressure Relief Valves

Objective: Explain single acting and balanced, pilot-operated relief valves

Activity: Measure cracking pressure versus full-flow, setting pressure

Detect and compensate for pressure override in any pressure valve

The website content, especially the simulations, were awesome.Dustin J., BC Hydro

Directional Valves

Objective: Explain directional valve types and circuit configurations

Activity: Connect and configure open, closed, tandem and float center directional valves

Know your 2, 3 and 4 port directional valves

This course - both in tandem with the online content, and just the online content by itself will help build on what you think you already understand about hydraulics.Scott S., Millwright Local 1916

Pressure Reducing Valves

Objective: Identify and adjust various models of pressure reducing valves

Activity: Install and correctly adjust a pressure reducing valve

The pressure reducing valve is unique in that it controls the downstream pressure value.

This course is a great course for anyone dealing with hydraulics. Not only is it a great intro, it is also a great refresher course for experienced personnel. I highly recommend it.Benson G., Linamar

Flow Control Valves

Objective: Identify and adjust various models of flow controls

Activity: Test for proper functioning of a pressure compensated flow control valve

Achieve clarity on meter-in and meter-out flow control modes

Hands on component made the course way more understandable and memorable.Kyle H., City of Calgary

Load Holding Valves

Objective: Identify and adjust pilot operated check valves and counterbalance valves

Activity: Install, adjust and test load holding valves

Each model offers a unique advantage

Best course ever.Travis G., Catalyst

Cylinders and Motors

Objective: Predict motion and pressure responses at actuators

Activity: Connect and load a cylinder and motor and read pressures

Know your actuator displacement, speeds and pressures

Informative, interesting. The best hydraulics course I've ever taken.Rick B., Ridley Terminals Inc.

Safety

Objective: List hydraulic system hazards and proper work precautions

Activity: Bleed down pressures and verify a zero energy state

Develop safe work habits and procedures around hydraulics

Instructor is dynamic, passionate on the subject, knowledgable and easy to converse with.Heath C., Teck

What's Next?

This is our level 1 skill course that starts where traditional mobile or industrial apprenticeships leave off

This class is for:

  • heavy equipment mechanics who are asked to adjust relief valves
  • millwrights who are asked to assess pump performance
  • technicians who need to improve their schematic reading
  • maintenance staff who need to understand the control of flow
  • all persons who need to develop safe work habits
  • all persons wanting coached, hands-on practice

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