Heavy Equipment Hydraulics

Course code HMEC 1025

Credit 3.0

Length 75.0 hours

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This course introduces students to the principals of Hydraulics, basic operation of Hydraulic systems, types of hydraulic systems, and the interpretation of hydraulic diagrams. Topics included are from SkilledTradesBC. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program (2025) sections C1, C2, and C3.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Principles of hydraulics
  • System operation and types
  • Hydraulic diagrams
  • Calculations
  • Servicing
  • Safe work practice
  • Hose and fittings

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
72906 December 7, 2026
to January 6, 2027
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.