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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
08830102 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 2026 Autumn 3 2+1+0 5 5
Course Type Compulsory
Course Cycle Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques Lecture, question and answer, discussion, case study, problem-solving, circuit diagram reading and drawing exercises, practical demonstrations, and laboratory applications.
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course.
Coordinator Lect. Mehmet AKSOY
Instructor(s) Lect. Muhammed Emin BOYACIOĞLU
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Lect. Muhammed Emin BOYACIOĞLU T-202 [email protected] 7671 Monday
14.00 - 16.00
Course Content
Introduction to fluid power, basic principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pressure and flow rate concepts, hydraulic and pneumatic circuit components, pumps, compressors, cylinders, motors, directional control valves, pressure control valves, flow control valves, connection components, reading and drawing hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams, basic circuit applications, operating principles of systems, and introduction to maintenance and fault diagnosis.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to teach students the basic operating principles, circuit components, and application areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. It also aims to provide students with the skills to read fluid power circuit diagrams, construct basic circuits, and analyze the operating principles of these systems.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses X
Specialization / Field Courses X
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P3 Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession. 4
P4 Evaluates professional problems and issues independently, using an analytical and critical approach, and proposes solutions. 4
P14 It detects faults in machine systems and performs maintenance operations. 5
P17 Explains hydraulic and pneumatic systems. 5
P23 Selects and uses appropriate methods and tools related to occupational health and safety to solve problems encountered in creating a healthy and safe working environment. 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Tests and analyzes hydraulic and pneumatic circuit designs using simulation software (FluidSIM, etc.) and resolves potential design errors. P.3.9 1,7
O2 Selects the necessary hydraulic and pneumatic circuit components and system parameters (pressure, flow rate, force) for a given industrial application by calculating them. P.4.9 1,7
O3 Identifies malfunctions in hydraulic and pneumatic systems and develops analytical solutions for maintenance and repair processes. P.14.2 1,7
O4 It explains the fundamental physical principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fluid properties, and the operating principles of circuit components (pumps, compressors, valves, cylinders, etc.). P.17.1 1,7
O5 Draws and reads hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams using standard symbols and technical drawing rules. P.17.2 1,7
O6 Assesses risks in high-pressure fluid and compressed air systems; selects appropriate OHS methods and safety tools, and implements them in compliance with environmental safety regulations. P.23.3 1,7
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Introduction to Fluid Power and Basic Principles of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
2 Concepts of Pressure, Force, Flow Rate, and Flow Velocity
3 Basic Components of Hydraulic Systems and Hydraulic Fluids
4 Hydraulic Pumps, Hydraulic Motors, and Cylinders
5 Directional Control Valves and Their Symbols
6 Pressure Control Valves and Flow Control Valves
7 Basic Hydraulic Circuits and Reading Circuit Diagrams
8 Hydraulic Circuit Design and Applications
9 Compressors, Air Preparation Units, and Connection Components
10 Pneumatic Cylinders, Directional Control Valves, and Flow Control Components
11 Temel Pnömatik Devreler ve Devre Şemalarının Çizilmesi
12 Applications, Fault Diagnosis, and Maintenance of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
13 Applications, Fault Diagnosis, and Maintenance of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
14 Comparison of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and General Review
Textbook or Material
Resources Recep ÖZTÜRK," Hidrolik-Pnömatik1" Pinceshes J.M, Ashby J.G. "Güç hidroliği"
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice 1 20 (%)
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Quiz - -
Midterms 1 30 (%)
Final Exam 1 50 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 2 28
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 4 56
Midterms 1 14 14
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 18 18
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 144
Total Work Load / 30 4,80
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P3 P4 P14 P17 P23
O1 Tests and analyzes hydraulic and pneumatic circuit designs using simulation software (FluidSIM, etc.) and resolves potential design errors. - - - 5 -
O2 Selects the necessary hydraulic and pneumatic circuit components and system parameters (pressure, flow rate, force) for a given industrial application by calculating them. - 5 - - -
O3 Identifies malfunctions in hydraulic and pneumatic systems and develops analytical solutions for maintenance and repair processes. 3 - 5 - -
O4 It explains the fundamental physical principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fluid properties, and the operating principles of circuit components (pumps, compressors, valves, cylinders, etc.). - - - 5 -
O5 Draws and reads hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams using standard symbols and technical drawing rules. - - - 5 -
O6 Assesses risks in high-pressure fluid and compressed air systems; selects appropriate OHS methods and safety tools, and implements them in compliance with environmental safety regulations. - - - - 4