GENERAL COMPETENCIES



C.3 Knowledge in basic and technological subjects, which enables them to learn new methods and theories, and gives them versatility to adapt to new situations.



C.4 Ability to solve problems with initiative, decision making, creativity, critical reasoning to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in the field of Industrial Engineering in the specialty of mechanics.



C.12 Adopt a responsible attitude, orderly at work and willing to learn considering the challenge that will raise the necessary continuous training.



C.13 Apply the strategies of scientific methodology: analyze a problematic situation qualitative and quantitatively, propose hypotheses and solutions using models of the Industrial Engineering, specialty mechanics.



The more specific competences of the subject are shown below, indicating the degree competences related:



1.To know, understand and apply the basic concepts of fluid mechanics in such a way that it is possible to recognize them in situations raised in the field of Engineering and to solve problems, interpreting their solutions (related to C3, C4, C13).



2. Applying the strategies of scientific methodology in fluid mechanics: analyzing a problematic situation qualitatively and quantitatively, hypothesizing and interpreting solutions (related to C3, C4, C13).



3. Justify the process followed to solve the problem by means of concepts, results and Fluid Mechanics procedures (related to C4).



4. Adopt a responsible attitude, orderly at work and ready for learning, developing resources for the self-employment (related to C12).



The learning outcomes are as follows:



1. Identify the basic elements of the installation.



2. Describe the optimal process for circuit assembly.



3. Assembly of the circuit applying the acquired knowledge.

The subject contains three main blocks: Pneumatics, Electro-pneumatics and the programming of the automaton as application of the first two blocks, and finally, hydraulics.



1. Introduction to pneumatics



2. Actuators



3. Valves



4. Auxiliary elements



5. Pneumatic Circuits



6. Electro-pneumatics



7. Automation



8. Introduction to oil hydraulics

In the magistral modality, brief presentations will be given by the teacher, dedicating the most of the time to circuit resolution. Team work will be encouraged, both by simulating circuits in the computer and assemblying them in the lab. To this end, problems and exercises will be provided. This will make it possible to deepen on the knowledge of the subject. The formulation of questions and open discussion will be encouraged, so that the students acquire skills related to oral communication. A project will be developed throughout the term to reinforce the knowledge acquired in class. The aim is to generate open communication, so that students have the opportunity to become aware of their own learning process, as well as ways to improve it.



The course consists of 4.5 credits, 1.5 theoretical credits and 3 credits of laboratory practice. The subject is taught in one theoretical hour a week and two practical hours.



During the four-month period, students will carry out a project in groups, consisting of a maximum of 5 students. The practices will be carried out after the necessary concepts have been taught in the theoretical classes.



The project that the students will carry out will have three phases:



- Pneumatic project.



- Electro-pneumatic project.



- Application: programming of an automaton.



The student that wants to achieve a clear knowledge of the subject, must perform a continuous work during the course, to absorb and master the concepts.

- Continuous evaluation:



* Pneumatic project (25% of final grade).



* Electro-pneumatic project (30% of final grade).



* Programming of an automaton (25% of the final grade).



* Oral presentation (20% of the final grade).



- Final evaluation:



* It will consist of a test that will have two parts, a first to simulate a circuit on the computer, and a second one, in which an assembly of a circuit in the laboratory and a programming exercise of the automaton will be carried out.



According to article 8 of the Regulations governing the assessment of students in official undergraduate degrees, "The student will have the right to be evaluated through the final evaluation system, independently of who has or has not participated in the continuous evaluation system. To this end, the student shall submit in writing to the teachers - Continuous evaluation:



* Pneumatic project (25% of final grade).



* Electro-pneumatic project (30% of final grade).



* Programming of an automaton (25% of the final grade).



* Oral presentation (20% of the final grade).



- Final evaluation:



* It will consist of a test that will have two parts, a first to simulate a circuit on the computer, and a second one, in which an assembly of a circuit in the laboratory and a programming exercise of the automaton will be carried out.



According to article 8 of the Regulations governing the assessment of students in official undergraduate degrees, "The student will have the right to be evaluated through the final evaluation system, independently of who has or has not participated in the continuous evaluation system. To this end, the student shall submit in writing to the teachers responsible for the subject the renunciation of continuous assessment, for which they will have a period of 9 weeks for the

four-month courses and 18 weeks for the annual courses, counting from the beginning of the term or course respectively, according to the academic calendar of the centre. The teaching guide of the subject may set a longer deadline."



In relation to the qualification of the student as NOT PRESENTED, section 2 of article 12 of the "Regulations regulating the evaluation of students in official degree courses", indicates the following:



In the case of continuous assessment, if the weight of the final test is greater than 40% of the grade of the subject, it will suffice not to take the final test for getting the final grade not presented. Otherwise, if the weight of the final test is equal to or less than 40% of the subject's grade, the student may renounce the call in a period that, as a minimum, will be up to one month before the end of the teaching period of the corresponding subject. This waiver must be submitted in writing to the teacher responsible for the subject.



All the evaluation tests will be the same for all the groups of the subject.

Mongelos, Mª Belen; Almandoz, J. , Gonzalez A. , Pellejero I. - Apuntes de Neumática y Oleohidráulica

Basic bibliography

Andrew Parr, Hydraulics and Pneumatics: A Technician's and Engineer's Guide

In-depth bibliography

Md. Abdus Salam, Fundamentals of Pneumatics and Hydraulics