Trade & Industry
At a Glance
- Emphasis in field of brake repair service.
- Preparation for a subsection of the National ASE certification test.
- Program length is two quarters if full time.
Automotive Brake Technician
DESCRIPTION:
The Automotive Brake Technician technical Certificate of Credit is to provide students an introduction to the hands-on skills and knowledge that an entry-level position in the brakes repair service area would require. Students will gain knowledge and competencies to meet the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities presented in the current marketplace. Training will also prepare students for a subsection of the National ASE certification test.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Automotive brake technician
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA:
Documentation of high school diploma or satisfaction of High School Equivalency Certificate requirement prior to graduation.
PROGRAM COSTS: (Program costs are estimates and are subject to change)
Application fee: $15; Tuition: $864; Fees: $162; Books & Supplies: $348; Total Program Costs: $1,389
PROGRAM LENGTH:
Two quarters if full time.
Program Requirements
Introduces basic concepts and practices necessary for safe and effective automotive shop operation. Topics include: safety procedures; legal/ethical responsibilities; measurement; machining; hand tools; and shop organization, management, and workflow systems.
Introduces automotive electricity. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis, lighting system diagnosis and repair, gauges, warning devices, and driver information system diagnosis and repair, horn and wiper/washer diagnosis and repair, accessories diagnosis and repair.
Introduces Brake systems theory and its application to automotive systems. Topics include: hydraulic system diagnosis and repair; drum brake diagnosis and repair; disc brake diagnosis and repair; power assist units diagnosis and repair; miscellaneous (wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair.
Introduces anti-lock brake system (ABS) to include ABS components and ABS operation, testing, and diagnosis. Topics include: general brake and anti-lock brake systems diagnosis and testing, light truck rear anti-lock brake system, four-wheel anti-lock brake system locations, components, and operation.
