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Fluids 1: Basic Pneumatics

Class Number: ELECMECH 10620100-3 - Fluids 1: Basic Pneumatics
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-620-100 FLUIDS 1: BASIC PNEUMATICS ...what fluid power is, differentiate between hydraulics and pneumatics, implement basic pneumatic circuits, utilize schematics, apply Pascal's Law, define properties of fluids, implement airflow control and hydraulics cylinder circuits.

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Implement Basic Pneumatic Cylinder Circuits and Connections
  2. Implement Basic Pneumatic Actuator Circuits
  3. Apply Pascal's Law and Boyles Law to Pneumatic Systems
  4. Implement Air Flow Control and Measurement to Control Speed

Class Details

Class Number:
ELECMECH 10620100-3 - Fluids 1: Basic Pneumatics
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
Blended-less than 50% online
Term:
2026 Fall Session 2

Class Notes

·         Class Format: Recorded lectures via NWTC Canvas and lab time in ET129

·         Lab Activities: Complete hands-on labs in ET129 during posted open lab times.

·         Online Materials: Access anywhere with internet access.

·         Time Commitment: Plan for approximately 30 hours to complete the course.

·         Preparation: Review online materials and talk to an instructor in ET129 before starting lab work.

·         Questions: Reach out to the instructor through Canvas.

·         Lab Hours: ET129 is open for limited hours during summer; check with your instructor.

·         Campus Closures: Lab observes all college closure dates.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Self Paced
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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