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Course in Heat Management in Hydraulic Systems

300-hour online course in heat management in hydraulic systems. 6 modules covering ISO 4413 (hydraulic fluid power: safety), ISO 3448 (ISO viscosity grades) and Siemens Simcenter Amesim. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the origin of heat in a hydraulic system.

02

Calculate power losses and the thermal balance.

03

Select and size cooling solutions.

04

Design circuits that reduce throttling losses.

05

Choose the right fluid and viscosity for the thermal range.

06

Diagnose overheating using measurements and thermography.

07

Propose thermal improvements for a real circuit.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Hydraulic systems engineer looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Hydraulic diagnostics technician looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Circuit design engineer looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Lubricants and fluids specialist looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Machinery cooling engineer looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Hydraulic maintenance manager looking to specialise in heat management in hydraulic systems.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter construction machinery.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 4413 (hydraulic fluid power: safety)
  • ISO 3448 (ISO viscosity grades)
  • ISO 11158 (HM and HV hydraulic oils)
  • DIN 51524-2 (HLP hydraulic fluids)
  • ISO 15380 (environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids)
  • ISO 4406 (fluid cleanliness code)
  • ISO 6743-4 (classification of hydraulic fluids)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Origin of heat: losses in the circuit
  2. 1.2Efficiency of pumps, motors and valves
  3. 1.3Throttling and pressure losses
  4. 1.4System thermal balance
  5. 1.5Recommended operating temperature
  6. 1.6Consequences of excess temperature
  7. 1.7Degradation of oil and elastomers
  8. 1.8Loss of viscosity and lubricant film
  9. 1.9Symptoms of a system running hot
  10. 1.10Workshop: thermal balance of a circuit
  1. 2.1Calculating power lost in each component
  2. 2.2Estimating heat generated in a cycle
  3. 2.3Heat dissipation capacity of the reservoir and pipework
  4. 2.4Sizing the heat exchanger
  5. 2.5Temperature measurement and measurement points
  6. 2.6Circuit thermography
  7. 2.7Flow and pressure measurement
  8. 2.8Identifying the component that heats up most
  9. 2.9Recording and monitoring temperatures
  10. 2.10Practice: calculating the required cooling capacity
  1. 3.1Air-to-oil and water-to-oil heat exchangers
  2. 3.2Fans: drive and control
  3. 3.3Heat exchanger location and airflow
  4. 3.4Radiator fouling and its effect
  5. 3.5Thermostatic control of the cooling circuit
  6. 3.6Reservoirs: size, shape and baffles
  7. 3.7Insulation and protection from heat sources
  8. 3.8Return line and filtration
  9. 3.9Maintenance of the cooling system
  10. 3.10Practice: selecting a heat exchanger
  1. 4.1Selecting a pump suited to demand
  2. 4.2Load-sensing systems
  3. 4.3Variable displacement pumps and energy saving
  4. 4.4Sizing lines and valves
  5. 4.5Eliminating unnecessary throttling
  6. 4.6Energy recovery on lowering loads
  7. 4.7Electric drives versus hydraulic drives
  8. 4.8Power management between functions
  9. 4.9Effect of design on fuel consumption
  10. 4.10Practice: redesigning a circuit to reduce heat
  1. 5.1Selecting viscosity by operating temperature
  2. 5.2Viscosity index and additives
  3. 5.3Thermal degradation and oil oxidation
  4. 5.4Water and air in oil: effects
  5. 5.5Filtration and its relationship with temperature
  6. 5.6Oil analysis and trends
  7. 5.7Real versus theoretical change intervals
  8. 5.8Fluid compatibility and mixtures
  9. 5.9Biodegradable fluids and their thermal behaviour
  10. 5.10Practice: fluid monitoring plan
  1. 6.1Diagnosing overheating in service
  2. 6.2Most common causes and their order of checking
  3. 6.3Machine operation and heat generation
  4. 6.4Working in hot climates and countermeasures
  5. 6.5Field modifications and their risks
  6. 6.6Documentation of the circuit and temperatures
  7. 6.7Indicators of system thermal health
  8. 6.8Common errors in heat management
  9. 6.9Cost of overheating in breakdowns
  10. 6.10Final project: diagnosis and thermal improvement plan
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100% online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it compatible with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Siemens Simcenter Amesim, Automation Studio, MATLAB/Simulink, FLIR Thermal Studio, Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for circuit thermal balance, thermography of hydraulic components and heat exchanger sizing. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, OT cyber, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Diagnosing overheating in service

Explain the origin of heat in a hydraulic system.

Most common causes and their order of checking

Calculate power losses and the thermal balance.

Machine operation and heat generation

Select and size cooling solutions.

Working in hot climates and countermeasures

Design circuits that reduce throttling losses.

Field modifications and their risks

Choose the right fluid and viscosity for the thermal range.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Hydraulic systems engineerHydraulic diagnostics technicianCircuit design engineerLubricants and fluids specialistMachinery cooling engineerHydraulic maintenance manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior qualification required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme is 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

The programme uses Siemens Simcenter Amesim, Automation Studio, MATLAB/Simulink, FLIR Thermal Studio and Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM Institute upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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