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.

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.

  • 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.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
72749 November 18, 2026
to December 4, 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
42308 March 24, 2027
to April 9, 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.