International Fluid Power Society

Pneumatic Specialist
Subject Matter Outline
Job Responsibilities - Principles, Concepts, and Terminology
Understands pneumatic terminology.
Identifies pneumatic schematic symbols.
Knows that flow follows the path of least resistance.
Knows that resistance to flow creates pressure.
Recognizes that loads on actuators represent a resistance to flow (load).
Knows that fluid follows the path of least resistance.
Knows that some pressure differential must exist to cause fluid to flow.
Knows that fluid flow rate determines actuator velocity.
Knows that fluid pressure availability determines maximum actuator force or
torque.
Understands that temperature increases are associated with air compression.
Understands that temperature decreases are associated with air
decompression.
Calculates shaft (rotary) horsepower from torque and rotational speed data.
Calculates linear horsepower from force and velocity data.
Converts between metric and non metric units.
Converts between gauge and absolute pressure.
Converts between absolute and relative temperature.
Calculates areas of circular and rectangular shapes.
Calculates annular areas represented by two concentric circles (rod end area).
Calculates volumes of cylindrical, spherical, and rectangular shapes.
Solves geometric problems for angles.
Performs algebraic manipulations of variables in mathematical equations.
Understands that torques must balance in a rotational system.
Understands that forces must balance in a linear system.
Job Responsibilities - Load and Motion Analysis
Performs Motion Analysis
Performs Physical Analysis of Loads
Job Responsibilities - System Analysis and Troubleshooting
Analyzes Pneumatic Systems
Troubleshoots Pneumatic Systems
Job Responsibilities - System Design
Designs Pneumatic Systems
Designs Air Distribution Systems
Designs System Retrofits to Comply with Safety and
Regulatory Requirements
Component Application - Job Responsibilities
Reads Technical Information from Catalogs
Applies Single Acting Cylinders
Applies Double Acting Cylinders
Applies Rodless Cylinder
Applies Rolling Diaphragm Cylinders
International Fluid Power Society
P.O. Box 1420, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 / Phone: 800-308-6005 / Fax: 856-424-9248
E-mail: Askus@ifps.org / www.ifps.org
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Cable Cylinders
Air Motors
Limited Turn Rotary Actuators
Shock Absorbers
Cylinder Options: Stop Tubes, Cushions, Twin Rods, etc
Flow Control Valves
Directional Control Valves

Job Responsibilities - Air Compression and Preparation

Chooses a Compressor for a Given Application
Specifies Intercoolers and Aftercoolers for Compressor Applications
Specifies Appropriate Filtration Level
Specifies Lubrication Requirements
Selects the Best Type of Regulator for a Given App.
Selects the Best Type of Air Dryer for a Given Application
Selects the Best Type of Vacuum Source Generation for a Given Application
Job Responsibilities -Control Components and Systems
Understands Control Terminology and Principles
Analyzes/Troubleshoots Control Systems
Selects Appropriate Sensors (Transducers)
Selects the Best Type of Control System for a Given Application
Designs Electropneumatic and Control Systems

International Fluid Power Society

P.O. Box 1420, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 / Phone: 800-308-6005 / Fax: 856-424-9248
E-mail: Askus@ifps.org / www.ifps.org
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