Brake Systems and High Performance Brake

Course code HPAS 1240

Credit 6.0

Length 150.0 hours

Course outline View

This course offers a comprehensive study of brake systems, focusing on the hydraulic brake systems. Students will learn to diagnose, service and replace hydraulic, drum, and disc brake systems. Students will also learn about power brake assist systems, understand the operation and components of anti-lock braking systems (ABS), traction control (TC) and dynamic stability control (DSC) systems, as well as the diagnosis and service of hubs and wheel bearings. The selection and use of appropriate tubing and fittings will be covered, as well as high-performance braking system modifications and components.

Prerequisites

HPAS 1000.

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What you will learn

  • Tubing and fitting
  • Drum brake systems
  • Disc brake systems
  • Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)
  • Traction Control (TC) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) systems
  • Hubs and Wheel bearings
  • 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
61306 July 13, 2026
to August 21, 2026
Lecture 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.