AMST 1016

Brakes

Credits: 4

Description: This course teaches principles of brakes, hydraulic system fundamentals, disc and drum brakes, parking brakes and power assist units. Emphasis is placed on operation, diagnosis and repair of various types of brake systems. Anti-lock brake systems with electronic control systems are also covered. Prerequisite(s): None

Credit Breakdown: 1/3/0 (Lecture/Lab/On the job training)

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Outline

This course should help you gain the following abilities and competencies.

Core Abilities

1. Demonstrate thinking/active learning skills.
2. Demonstrate technology skills.
3. Demonstrate career/computation skills.

Competencies

1. Demonstrate professionalism
2. Describe Anti-Lock Brake system operation
3. Demonstrate Anti-Lock Brake system service
4. Describe disc brake system operation
5. Describe brake system safety procedures
6. Demonstrate brake system safety procedures
7. Demonstrate disc brake system service
8. Describe drum brake system operation
9. Demonstrate drum brake service
10. Describe brake system hydraulic components
11. Demonstrate brake system hydraulic component service
12. Describe brake system assist operation
13. Demonstrate brake system assist component service

Guidelines for Success

ADA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, learners are encouraged to register with the Learning Services Director in the Learning Enrichment Center for assistance with accommodations. It is the learner's responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially disclose information regarding the nature and extent of a disability. The college cannot assume responsibility for providing accommodations or services to learners who have not identified themselves as having a qualifying disability.