DS 154 Heavy Duty Braking Systems

Operation, diagnosis, testing, and repair of heavy-duty braking systems. Technical information and shop projects to apply and understand theories and principles include: fundamentals of braking - trucks/tractors; disk/cam brake systems; anti-lock air brake systems; heavy duty wedge brakes; power assist units; truck/tractor air brake system components; diesel engine brakes retarders; and preventive maintenance schedules and procedures in on and off the highway heavy-duty equipment.

Credits

1-12

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate customer relations skills
2. Explain environmental awareness in the proper handling of petroleum products and related materials used to perform service and repair in the commercial transportation truck and heavy equipment industry
3. Identify and demonstrate the principles and operation of Brake Systems
4. Perform service and repair procedures on vehicles according to industry standards as they are used in the commercial transportation truck and heavy equipment industry
5. Demonstrate basic math skills using formulas to determine the following: Brake torque, system pressures, stopping distance, deceleration rates