Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Emphasis on safe use of modern equipment. Topics include brake theory, concepts related to design, diagnosis and repair of power assist systems, manual, anti-lock brake systems, scan tool diagnostics, and parking brakes. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. Fee: $16
PREREQUISITES: AUMT 1405 INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY,
AUMT 1407 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES: To Prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE.
TEXTS AND REFERENCES USED:
1. Automotive Brake Systems, 4th Ed,Professional Technician by James D. Halderman, ISBN: # 0136016219
2. Manufacturers' service manuals.
3. Selected films and charts from various sources.
4. Automotive books can be found in the RVS bookstore located downstairs in Bldg. G
5. ONLINE:http://acconline.austincc.edu or http://www.austincc.edu/autotech/

Automotive Brake Systems, 4th Ed, Professiomal Technician, ISBN # 0136016219

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY:
Using a combination of computer based instruction, lecture, and faculty demonstration, students will practice towards mastery of all required NATEF tasks,
COURSE RATIONAL:
Utilizing appropriate safety procedures, Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems; diagnose and repair drum/disc brake systems; diagnose and repair parking brakes; and diagnose and repair anti-lock brake systems.

COURSE OUTLINE:

    1.   ORIENTATION                    

 A.   Introduction to shop safety                   

 B.   Proper use of hand tools and equipment safety                   

 C.   Personal Safety       

2.   BRAKE OPERATION PRINCIPLES                   

 A.   Brake Theory         

B.   Hydraulics principles          

C.   Disc and drum brake operation         

D.   Power brake theory   

3.   BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR         

A.   Brake system problem diagnosis         

B.   Bleeding procedures         

C.   Vacuum boaster testing         

D.   Anti-lock brake service         

E.   Road test procedure