This course introduces students to hydraulic brake systems with a focus on the principles of system operation leading into basic system service procedures, diagnostics and repair. Students will work with hydraulic brake system service, antilock braking, stability control systems, and power boosters and move into various styles of power assisted hydraulic brake systems and hydraulic anti-lock/stability control braking systems.
Prerequisites
HMTD 1100.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Principles of hydraulic brake system operation, leading into basic system service procedures
- Hydraulic brake system service, Antilock Braking, Stability Control Systems, and Power Boosters diagnostics and repair.
- Power assisted hydraulic brake systems and hydraulic anti-lock/stability control braking systems.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72746 |
October 28, 2026 to November 13, 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. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42307 |
March 3, 2027 to March 19, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† 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.