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Course 72:

MOTION CONTROL DEVICES
AND COMPONENTS

HOURS: 3.5

DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide a review of specific  components in hydraulic, pneumatic and electromechanical technologies, supplementing the introduction to these components given in course 71.  It is designed to help the salesperson identify components used in various applications.  Once the sales person understands all of the components needed for a specific application, it is easier to help the customer understand the advantages and benefits of a specific solution.  This course is designed specifically for the Certified Technical Sales Specialist Program for individuals in the sales and service of motion control components and systems.

OUTLINE:

  • Hydraulic components
    • Pumps and reservoirs
    • Motors and actuators
    • Valves
  • Pneumatic components
    • Compressors and pressure tanks
    • Motors and actuators
    • Cylinders
  • Electromechanical
    • Power versus servo versus positioning motors
    • Actuators
  • Distribution systems
    • Electrical
    • Hydraulic and pneumatic fluid
  • Drive electronics
    • Power supplies
    • Amplifiers
    • Motor drives
  • Controllers
    • Motion profiles
    • PC versus PLC verus stand-alone controllers
  • Feedback sensors

Page Revised: July 14, 2003