Pneumatics
Pneumatics Level 1
2 Day Course
Course Code: FPT00003#HAY
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This is the entry level to the BFPA learning and development programme of a two-tier competence based qualification in the maintenance and management of pneumatic systems.
This course combines the necessary knowledge and practical skills to ensure competency when working with pneumatic equipment and systems.
- Covering a basic introduction to compressed air
- Components and symbols
- Health and safety in pneumatic systems
- Read pneumatic circuit diagrams
- Pneumatic controls
- Fault finding
Minimum candidates 6 (Max 8)
Pneumatic symbols
- Recognise the pneumatic symbols in current use relating to ISO1219-1:2012 and apply these to the various component parts within a pneumatic system
Compressors
- Know the types of compressors in common use with reference to construction, principles of operation and the importance of correct siting and installation
Airline components
- Know the function, operation and associated control features of:
- A typical service/maintenance (FRL) unit.
- Isolation valves
- Soft start and dump valves
Pressure control
- Know the various types of pressure control valves in common use together with the range of different control methods and mounting arrangements
Flow control
- Know the types of components in common use to control flow
Direction control
- Know the various types of direction control valves in common use together with the range of different control methods and mounting arrangements
Pneumatic actuators
- Know the construction and operation of the types of actuators in common use
Tube and pipe work
- Know the general construction of the various systems in common use for transmitting air under pressure, associated sealing and connecting methods
Vacuum (overview)
- Know the types of vacuum systems commonly used
Maintenance procedures
- Failure in pneumatic systems
- Symptoms associated with a change in performance
- Safe working procedures with installation, commissioning, servicing / testing, inspections
Test and measurement in pneumatic systems
- Overview of test and management equipment in common use.
Health and safety
- Know the dangers associated in working with compressed air systems and associated controls.
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2 Day Course
Course Code: FPT00003#HAY
Prices From: £866.00
Passionate instructors with decades of experience
Real life scenarios using state of the art training rigs
A mixture of classroom-based and practical learning
BFPA accredited training available for pneumatic and hydraulic courses
Focus on the safe use of potentially hazardous components & systems
Personalised training can be tailored to individual requirements
Training can take place at one of our Training Hubs