Career Details

Fluid Power Support Associate

Description

A Fluid Power Support Associate will demonstrate an understanding of key terminology used within the industry throughout the entire supply chain from sales to purchasing, to shipments, and beyond; show a general knowledge of fluid power principles; understanding of basic fluid power component functions; understand and knowledge of basic properties of fluids; understand the usage and application of seals; and demonstrate a knowledge of safety principles related to work within the fluid power industry.

Certifying Organization

International Fluid Power Society

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Fluid Power Pneumatic Specialist

Certifying Organization

International Fluid Power Society

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

ISA Certified Control Systems Technician - Level I

Certifying Organization

International Society of Automation

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Lubrication Specialist

Certifying Organization

Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers

Type

C - Specialty

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