AUT 140 — Truck Brakes #
Theory and related hands-on experience with medium/heavy-duty commercial vehicle brake systems found on trucks. Instruction includes pneumatic and hydraulic systems, as well as foundation brake systems (s-cam, wedge, disc, dual servo and leading/trailing), parking brake systems, and introduction to Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) . (formerly CVT Brakes) (c ourse fee required)
Prerequisites: AUT 112
Part of
- Automotive Diesel and Transportation Technology, Associate in Applied Science Pathway: Automotive Diesel and Transportation Technology Degree Type: Associate in Applied Science Curriculum Code: AUT.DSL.AAS
- Truck Brake and Suspension Certificate Pathway: Truck Brake and Suspension Certificate Type: Basic Curriculum Code: AUT.CVT.CERT
- Truck Drive Train Repair Certificate Pathway: Truck Drive Train Repair Certificate Type: Basic Curriculum Code: AUT.TDR.CERT