Heavy Mechanical Air Brake Systems

Course code HMTD 2125

Credit 3.0

Length 75.0 hours

Course outline View

This course will also introduce students to air brake systems principles of operation as well as basic service procedures, inspection and repair. Students will progress to basic pneumatic air brake system troubleshooting and pneumatic anti-lock brake and stability systems.

Prerequisites

HMTD 1100.

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What you will learn

  • Air brake systems principles of operation and basic service procedures.
  • Procedures for inspection and repair of air brake systems.
  • Pneumatic Anti-lock Braking and Stability Control 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
61951 July 8, 2026
to July 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

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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.