Course: Heavy Duty Brakes

Course Description
This course provides theory and hands-on experience for students on maintenance and repair of air, ABS, hydraulic brakes and wheel bearing systems. The student will be required to check for leaking air valves on the air brake system and make repair when necessary repairs. Detect codes and what the codes indicate on the ABS brake system and make repair when necessary on the different components. Inspect and repair hydraulic components.

Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient diesel brake diagnostic and repair skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Technical Competency is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

Competencies (skills you will learn)

  • Air brakes diagnosis and repair
  • H ydraulic brakes diagnosis and repair
  • ABS diagnosis and repair
  • W heel bearing diagnosis and repair

Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 90 hours.
Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Specific Course Admission Requirements
There are no specific requirements to take this course. However, courses in the Transportation Technology Programs are to be taken in order. The course list can be found on the information sheet for each program or by contacting Student Services.

Required Texts
Heavy Duty Brakes Manual
Publisher: SLTATC

Check the Bookstore for textbook prices.

Course Location and Schedule
West Valley Training Center: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday,
                                           8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday

Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please see the SLTATC Monthly Tuition and Fee Schedule or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.

This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.