MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
COP4411 Bosch-Rexroth Hydraulic Power and Applications Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. MEHMET BERKE GÜR
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. MEHMET BERKE GÜR
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide the students with a fundamental understanding of the theory and industrial applications of hydraulic actuation systems.

The course objectives include:
1) Providing the students with a fundamental understanding of relevant theoretical aspects of hydraulics,
2) Familiarizing the student with common hydraulic fluids and their properties,
3) Explaining hydraulic circuits and hydraulic circuit element symbols,
4) Providing the students with hands-on experience in hydraulic systems through laboratories and experiments,
5) Discussing in detail important and emerging applications of hydraulic systems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Conduct rudimentary hydrostatic and hydrodynamic calculations,
II. Choose a suitable hydraulic fluid for a given application,
III. Analyze a hydraulic circuit diagram & identify the circuit elements,
IV. Explain the working principles of hydraulic circuit elements (motors, cylinders, valves etc.),
V. Compare and differentiate between hydraulic actuators and other fluid based and electromechanical actuators,
VI. Identify important hydraulics applications,
VII. Perform rudimentary calculations for design and selection of hydraulic components for a given application,

Course Content

COP4410 Bosch Rexroth Hydraulic Power and Applications is designed as an introductory level course in hydraulics under the Mechatronics Engineering curriculum. The course is divided into three parts. The first part will focus on providing the students with the fundamental theory of hydraulics. Theoretical knowledge acquired in the first part will be put to use in experiments conducted in the second part of the course. The course will conclude with in-class discussion of important and common applications of hydraulics. Topics to be covered include fundamentals of hydraulics, hydraulic circuit diagrams and symbols, hydraulics fluids, hydraulic actuation elements and valves. Theoretical materials will be supplemented with experiments and in-class discussions and demonstrations of popular hydraulics applications.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Fundamental Concepts in Hydraulics
2) Hydraulic Circuit Diagrams & Symbols
3) Properties of Hydraulic Fluids
4) Hydraulic Pumps & Motors
5) Hydraulic Valves
6) Lab Session-I
7) Lab Session-II
8) Lab Session-I
9) Mobile Hydraulics Applications-I
10) Mobile Hydraulics Applications-II
11) Service Applications
12) Press & Manufacturing
13) Marine Hydraulics
14) Energy Efficiency Applications

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1) Akder, “Hidrolik Devre Elemanları ve Uygulama Teknikleri”, TMMOB yayın no: MMO/292/3, ISBN: 975-395-489-1.
2) Bosch Rexroth, “Akışkanlar Tekniğinin Temel Esasları ve Elemanları-Hidrolik Eğitimi Cilt 1”, 5th ed., 2008, ISBN: 3-8023-0266-4.
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Laboratory 3 % 30
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 11 3 33
Laboratory 3 3 9
Study Hours Out of Class 15 6 90
Total Workload 132

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. 5
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. 5
3) Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. 5
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. 5
5) Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. 3
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. 2
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. 2
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. 3
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 3
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.