Aug 06, 2026  
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
PVCC 2026-2027 College Catalog

MEC 161 - Basic Fluid Mechanics Hydraulics/Pneumatics

Course ID 565398
Credits 3

Introduces theory, operation and maintenance of hydraulic/ pneumatics devices and systems. Emphasizes the properties of fluids, fluid flow, fluid statics, and the application of Bernoulli’s equation. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): CAD 151 Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I