Learners study the theory of operation for a ratio pyrometer that measures temperature. A short quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine how a linear displacement transducer is used to measure the linear position of a physical object. Animations show the sequential steps of the entire operation.

In this screencast, learners examine the interaction between a conductor that represents a motor armature and a magnetic field that represents a motor’s main field. This interaction causes the shaft to turn.

This animated lesson shows the operation of timer-on and timer-off delay relays used in ladder circuit operate.

Learners examine the speed control circuits in a DC variable speed drive that cause the RPM of a motor to vary. This activity has audio content.

Learners study factors that affect the synchronous speed of an AC motor: the applied AC frequency and the number of stator poles.

The learner will understand the operation and configuration of various types of PLC output modules and how they're used.

Learners view an animation showing the operation of a Vortex flowmeter that is used to measure flow in a process control system.

In this animated object, learners examine the causes of air leaks and read how to repair them. The object includes audio.

In this animated object, learners study the operation of a linear voltage differential transformer. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners read about the similarities of electronic and hydraulic components and then match the schematic symbols in a drag-and-drop exercise.

In this screencast, learners follow steps to determine the proper starting belt length for a timing, flat, or v-belt drive.

Learners examine the occurrence of overflow and underflow conditions in a programmable logic controller. It is recommended that users view the learning object “Signed Binary Numbers” in advance of this object.

Learners examine the animated Timer-On Delay instruction and the Timer-Off Delay instruction of a PLC timer. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this animated object, learners examine the parts of a plastics extruder. A quiz completes the activity.

Learners study how a circuit converts the AC output of a linear voltage differential transformer (LVDT) into variable DC voltage. It is recommended that learners view the learning object IAU7807, “The LVDT: A Linear Voltage Differential Transformer in Action” before going through this object.

In this animated object, learners examine the signals produced at the N.O. (normally open) and N.C. (normally closed) outputs of sourcing and sinking four-wire sensors. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this screencast, learners examine why the piston of a hydraulic cylinder extends slower than it retracts. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners examine the operation of an inductive proximity sensor in this animated object. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners study the method of using more than one track and quadrature modes to improve the resolution of an optical encoder. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners view practical examples of how a Hall-effect sensor is used.

In this animated activity, learners examine how cavitation occurs in a hydraulic pump. A video clip is included. Learners then test their knowledge in a brief quiz.

In this interactive object, learners examine how hydraulic oil is contaminated, the types of damage contamination can cause, and the methods used to clean the oil.

In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a pneumatic directional control valve using air pilot lines.

Learners observe how an optical pyrometer is used to take temperature measurements without making physical contact with the object being measured.