HMTD 2125: Heavy Mechanical Air Brake Systems
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
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.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe and demonstrate the use of air brake systems, principles of operation as well as basic service procedures.
- Inspect and repair air brake systems.
- Describe and troubleshoot basic pneumatic air brake system troubleshooting and pneumatic anti-lock brake and stability systems.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 7.5
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 70
Total Hours: 77.5
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, on-line self study, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages
Evaluation Plan
Type
|
Percentage
|
Assessment activity
|
Assignments
|
10
|
Assignments and summative evaluation
|
Quizzes/Tests
|
38
|
End of topic quizzes
|
Lab Work
|
52
|
Practical assignments (e.g., preparation, task completion, cleanup, writing service reports, workplace behaviour, teamwork, workplace safety)
|
Course topics
- 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.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.