Actuator TechnologyLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: TKTT0300
Credits
3 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
Responsible person
- Markku Ström
Objective
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Qualifications
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
67 % Face-to-face, 33 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 32
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN23SMKonetekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 23
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN22SAKonetekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Time and location
Lecture space/ Teams, Laboratory dp72
Learning materials and recommended literature
The material can be found on Moodle
Teaching methods
Lectures, exercises, laboratory work
Exam dates and retake possibilities
An exam at the end of the study period at a time to be agreed later. Two resit possibilities. You can try to renew an approved grade once.
Alternative completion methods
No alternative methods of execution
Student workload
You need about 3-5 hours per week for studying
Content scheduling
Let's start with lectures, after the Autumn break laboratory work and lectures
Further information for students
Assignments must be returned on time. The first assignment must be returned three weeks after the start of the study period. If the assignment has not been returned within that three week period, the student will be removed from the course.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
34 % Face-to-face, 66 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 38
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN22SMKonetekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 20
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN21SAKonetekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
01.01.2023 - 21.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Teacher in charge
Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN21SMKonetekniikka
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.08.2022 - 25.08.2022
Timing
29.08.2022 - 31.12.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Teacher in charge
Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN20SAKonetekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
01.01.2022 - 15.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 30
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Teacher in charge
Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN19SAKonetekniikka A
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Kuvataan oppimisympäristössä. Haetaan opintojaksolta.
Teaching methods
-lectures
-distance learning
-small group learning
-exercises
-learning tasks
Practical training and working life connections
-Excursions
-Virtual excursions
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening information.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.
Further information for students
Avoin AMK: no limits
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.
Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Timing
01.01.2022 - 15.05.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 60
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
- Markku Ström
Teacher in charge
Markku Ström
Groups
-
TKN20SMKonetekniikka
-
TKN19SAKonetekniikka A
Objectives
Familiarize yourself with the valves and actuators used in hydraulics and their operation. Studying in this course requires basic knowledge in the field of technology and this course enables more in-depth study of the topic in other courses.
Knowledge and understanding: You are familiar with the theory of hydraulics and have key knowledge of basic hydraulic equipment solutions and the various application areas of hydraulics. You can use mathematics and physics to describe the phenomena in hydraulic technology and to solve problems.
Content
Basics of hydraulics. Hydraulic actuators, pressure valves, flow valves and directional control valves. Hydraulic system design and simulation.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Kuvataan oppimisympäristössä. Haetaan opintojaksolta.
Teaching methods
-lectures
-distance learning
-small group learning
-exercises
-learning tasks
Practical training and working life connections
-Excursions
-Virtual excursions
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening information.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.
Further information for students
Avoin AMK: no limits
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in perceiving the key issues.
Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in applying the key things.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3): You identify hydraulic components and can interpret hydraulic diagrams.
Very good (4): You master the key issues and know how to apply them in a variety of different implementations.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them creatively.
Prerequisites
The students understand the operation, use and design of a pneumatic system in automation applications. The students understand the basics of control systems, sensors and their connection.