Students repair light duty automotive hydraulic and mechanical braking systems. Topics include, levers and fulcrums, Pascal’s Law, and factors affecting friction. Additional topics include design, function, troubleshooting and overhaul of drum and disc brake systems, anti-skid braking systems, power braking systems, emergency brake systems and high performance systems.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Tubing and fittings
- Hydraulic systems
- Drum brakes
- Disc Brakes
- Power assist systems
- Anti-lock braking systems
- High performance braking systems
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42599 |
March 16, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.