This course introduces students to servicing, diagnosing, and repairing of brakes and parking brake systems found in heavy mechanical equipment, such as loaders, graders, and trucks and cars. Topics included are from SkilledTradesBC. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program (2025) sections B1, B2 and B3.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Principles of braking
- Foundation brakes
- Hydraulic brakes
- Air brakes
- Anti-lock brakes
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† 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.