I.Physical basics II.Advantages, disadvantages and applications of hydraulics III.Parameters of hydraulics and their significance IV.Calculations of pressures, forces and speed V.Safety instruction in handling hydraulic systems VI.Interpretation of circuit symbols and circuit diagrams VII.Components of the drive unit and their tasks VIII.Function and design of directional valves and cylinders IX.Calculation of the area ratio of a cylinder and its practical effects X.Core information on pressure, flow and shut-off valves XI.Analysis of existing circuit diagrams