About This Course
Stage 2 is the second course in MGR Fluid Engineering’s hydraulic training programme, building directly on the foundations covered in Stage 1. Where Stage 1 introduces the components and principles of a hydraulic system, Stage 2 develops the practical skills to read and analyse hydraulic circuits, select and specify the right components for a given application, and perform the calculations that underpin real hydraulic system design.
The course is delivered over one day at your site, using Automation Studio live circuit simulations to bring schematics and calculations to life. Every delegate receives a full set of course notes and a work pack to keep.
What the Course Covers
Reading and Understanding Hydraulic Schematics
A detailed, practical look at hydraulic circuit diagrams — how to read them, what the different symbols and configurations mean, and how to trace a circuit to understand how it operates. Delegates work through a range of real schematic types, identifying the components, understanding their role in the circuit, and following the flow of fluid through the system. By the end of this section, you will be able to pick up a hydraulic schematic and understand what it is telling you.
Selecting and Specifying Hydraulic Components
How do you choose the right pump, valve, filter, cylinder or instrument for a specific application? This section covers the specification process — the questions to ask, the parameters to consider, and how to match components to the demands of the system. Working from a hydraulic schematic, delegates practise selecting and justifying component choices for a real-world application.
Calculations: Power, Flow, Pressure and Cooling
The calculations that every hydraulic engineer needs to be confident with:
- Electric motor power output – how to calculate the power required to drive a hydraulic pump for a given application
- Flow rate – understanding how flow rate is determined by system requirements and how to select an appropriate value
- System pressure – how pressure requirements are calculated and how to set and verify system pressure
- Hydraulic cooling – why heat management matters in hydraulic systems, how to calculate heat generation, and how to size a hydraulic cooler for the application
These are the practical calculations that underpin real design decisions, delivered in a way that is straightforward to apply in the field.
Practical Training With Live Simulations
All MGR training uses Automation Studio — specialist hydraulic circuit simulation software that brings circuits to life on screen. You can see how changes in pressure, flow and component settings affect the behaviour of the whole system in real time. This visual approach makes abstract concepts immediately clear and is one of the things delegates consistently find most valuable about our courses.
Training is delivered on-site at your premises, wherever you are in the UK, so your team can learn in a familiar environment without the cost and disruption of travelling to an external venue. We can work around your shift patterns and operational requirements.
Who Is This Course For?
Stage 2 is the right course if you or your team:
- Have completed Stage 1 Hydraulic System Training, or already have a working knowledge of hydraulic fundamentals
- Need to be able to read, interpret and work from hydraulic schematics
- Are responsible for specifying or selecting hydraulic components for a system or application
- Want to understand the calculations behind hydraulic system design — motor sizing, flow rates, pressures and cooling
- Are preparing to progress to Stage 3 of MGR’s training programme
What's Included
- Full one-day training session delivered at your site
- Comprehensive course notes covering all topics
- Work pack for reference and reinforcement after the course
- Live hydraulic circuit simulations using Automation Studio
- Certificate of attendance
Book Stage 2 Training for Your Team
Hydraulic Training Courses – FAQs
Do I need to complete Stage 1 before attending Stage 2?
Stage 2 builds directly on the content covered in Stage 1. If you have equivalent experience — a working understanding of hydraulic components, symbols and system principles — you may be able to join Stage 2 directly. Get in touch and we can advise on the right starting point for your team.
Can we book Stage 1 and Stage 2 together?
Yes. Many teams run Stage 1 and Stage 2 on consecutive days during a single on-site visit. This is often more efficient and gives better learning continuity. Contact us to discuss combined scheduling.
How long is the course?
Stage 2 is delivered over one day.
Where does the training take place?
We deliver training on-site at your premises, anywhere in the UK.
What calculations will we cover?
Stage 2 covers the core calculations used in hydraulic system work: electric motor power output, flow rate selection, system pressure, and hydraulic cooling/cooler sizing. These are practical, applicable calculations rather than academic theory.
Hydraulic systems learning path
Stage 1
- What is hydraulics?
- What is in a hydraulic system?
- Hydraulic symbols
- Hydraulic components, how they work
Stage 2
- Understanding hydraulic schematics and how they work
- Selecting components for hydraulic systems
- Calculations – motor power, flow rate, pressure
Stage 3
- Calculating pipe sizes, pressure drop heat and cylinder sizes
- Design a simple hydraulic system
- Contamination control, safety work with hydraulics
- Simple fault finding