ENGT 241 Pneumatic Applications
provides comprehensive instruction in the area of industrial pneumatics. Pneumatic concepts not covered in ENGT 103, Fluid Power Fundamentals, are discussed. The role of pneumatics in industrial automation is emphasized. Topics covered include air-logic circuits, vacuum systems, air bearings, pneumatic actuators, pneumatic valves, schematics, compressor sizing and maintenance, air drying, air filtration, and electronic sensors. Students incorporate computer simulation in the design and validation of electro-pneumatic circuits. Students must have basic computer skills and be able to manipulate the Windows operating system. Lecture and laboratory are given equal emphasis in this course. Industry-grade pneumatic components are used for all laboratory work. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0).