Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Hydraulic Engineering Technician A.A.S. degree program prepares individuals to perform high level research and design work utilized in the fluid power industry. Emphasis is placed on hydraulic system design, test and evaluation, problem-solving, business communications, system integration, computer-aided circuit construction and programmable logic controls. Hydraulic Engineering Technicians design, modify and specify motion controls for today's high-speed production equipment. The program will focus on improving hydraulic system efficiency through the integration of technology (hydraulics, PLC's, industrial controls and computers). Individuals with a high mechanical aptitude that enjoy working with their hands as well as their minds should consider this program. This individual must be a people orientated person.
Award Outcomes
Demonstrate teamwork
Adhere to Occupational Safety & Health Administration (O.S.H.A.) safety guidelines and practices
Identify components that are utilized in the fluid power industry
Apply engineering concepts as they relate to fluid power applications
Employ fluid power best-practices methods when troubleshooting and repairing fluid power systems
Apply National Electrical Manufacturers Association (N.E.M.A.) and International Electrotechnical Commission (I.E.C.) electrical standards and practices as they relate to electrical concepts and equipment
Design fluid power systems in accordance with National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards and practices
Utilize calculations as they relate to the design of efficient fluid power applications
Examine engineering design practices as they relate to the transmission of power
Develop programmable logic controller (PLC) programs using Boolean algebra methods and computer software applications
Integrate electrical, programmable logic controller (PLC) and electronic hardware with motion control components
Instrument fluid power systems
Utilize data acquisition methods when analyzing fluid power application efficiency
Incorporate human machine interface (HMI) technologies with fluid power applications
Produce engineering drawings and schematics using American National Standards Institute (ANSI), International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and industry symbols and standards
Use applied physics to investigate power transmission methods
Career Opportunities
The fluid power industry is one of the fastest growing technologies today. Hydraulic Engineering Technicians will find employment with industries in automation, material handling and processing, heavy equipment, plant automation and fluid power distribution. These opportunities will exist in large and small companies in local as well as international markets. Jobs will include supervision, hydraulic engineering, inside and outside sales consultant and product development.
Semester Sequence - Brooklyn Park - Fall Start
First Semester
| FLPW1101 | Fluid Power Technology I | 3 |
| FLPW1231 | Industrial Electricity I | 3 |
| FLPW2000 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Third Semester
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| FLPW2350 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Review | 2 |
| FLPW2450 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Exam | 0 |
| METS2100 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW1181 | Pumps and Actuators | 4 |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (60 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/13/2025 : BP 4712 / EP 4713
Semester Sequence - Brooklyn Park - Spring Start
First Semester
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Second Semester
| FLPW1231 | Industrial Electricity I | 3 |
| FLPW2000 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
Third Semester
| FLPW1181 | Pumps and Actuators | 4 |
| FLPW1236 | Industrial Electricity II | 3 |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW2350 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Review | 2 |
| FLPW2450 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Exam | 0 |
| METS2100 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
| | |
| ENGL1070 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| or | |
| ENGL1100 | Writing and Research | 4 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (60 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/13/2025 : BP 4712 / EP 4713
Semester Sequence - Eden Prairie - Fall Start
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
First Semester
Second Semester
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Third Semester
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| FLPW2350 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Review | 2 |
| FLPW2450 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Exam | 0 |
| METS2100 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW1181 | Pumps and Actuators | 4 |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (60 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/13/2025 : BP 4712 / EP 4713
Semester Sequence - Eden Prairie - Spring Start
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
First Semester
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Second Semester
Third Semester
| FLPW1181 | Pumps and Actuators | 4 |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2350 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Review | 2 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2450 | Hydraulic Specialist Certification Exam | 0 |
| BPC Only | |
| METS2100 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (60 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/13/2025 : BP 4712 / EP 4713