AMT 275 - Automotive Brake Systems

5 credits

This course, in addition to AMT 110, provides the basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A5: Brakes. Instructional focus includes: principles of hydraulic brake systems, system components, brake system inspection, system hoses and tubing, master cylinder operation, booster systems and operation, brake systems diagnosis, drum brake design, operation and service, disc brake design and operation, front-wheel disc brake components, component inspection and service, all-wheel disc brake components, all-wheel disc brake inspection and service, pulse variation/lateral run-out concerns, antilock brake theory, types of antilock brake systems, antilock components, system electrical/electronics, basic RWAL operation, basic Four-Wheel ABS operation, traction control systems, stability control systems, antilock brake diagnosis and service. Students continue to develop trouble-shooting/ repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems and current industry procedures. Emphasis is placed on proper service procedures and customer safety/satisfaction. Prerequisite: Credit in AMT 101, AMT 110, AMT 130, AMT 141, AMT 143, AMT 145, AMT 250, AMT 260, AMT 270 or instructor approval. Corequisite: Verifiable registration/attempted testing of ASE area A5: Automotive Brakes. [W]