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Winter 2020
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| DS 154 - Heavy Duty Braking Systems |
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Associated Term:
Winter 2020
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: 1. Explain basic electrical system troubleshooting. 2. Explain shop safety concerns. 3. Explain basic hydraulic brake system operation. 4. Perform a hydraulic brake system overhaul. 5. Explain system pressures and force. 6. Explain system troubleshooting. 7. Explain vacuum booster operation. 8. Explain hydro-booster operation. 9. Explain power brake operation. 10. Explain boost system pressures. 11. Explain boost system troubleshooting. 12. Perform an air brake overhaul. 13. Perform an S-cam type brake adjustment. 14. Explain disk operation. 15. Explain brake system balance. 16. Perform a wheel bearing adjustment. 17. Explain wedge brake operation. 18. Explain tube-type brake operation. 19. Explain S-cam type brake troubleshooting. 20. Explain air compressor operation and troubleshooting. 21. Explain air brake application valve operation and troubleshooting. 22. Explain air dryer operation and troubleshooting. 23. Explain all “Pre-121” system air valves. 24. Explain all “121” system air valves. 25. Explain all trailer system air valves. 26. Explain anti-lock brake systems. 27. Explain park brake system. 28. Perform air brake system troubleshooting. 29. Explain engine brake operation and troubleshooting. 30. Perform an engine brake overhaul and adjustment. 31. Explain hydraulic retarder system operation and troubleshooting. 32. Perform hydraulic retarder system check. 33. Explain the operation of an exhaust brake. Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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