2015-2016 Catalog

AUTT 1520 Brake Repair II

2.0 - 3.0 - 3.0

Prerequisite

(3) AUTT 1510 and AUTT 1220 with a grade of C or better in both, or program director approval; and current acceptable completion score on the S/P2 Mechanical Safety and Pollution Prevention course - must be completed prior to taking this course.

Course Description

Students spend classroom and lab hours on the proper repair and diagnosis of modern brake systems, studying components such as power boosters and master cylinders. The course covers the design, operation, and testing of anti-lock brake and traction control systems using a variety of testing equipment. The course includes individualized hands-on laboratory training utilizing live work. NOTE: In order to assist in progression through the automotive program, it is advised that students enroll in the following AUTT courses during the same quarter: AUTT 1510, 1520, 1320, and 1330. These classes run consecutively in the same quarter.