AUTO 107 - Automotive Brake Systems

4 credit (1 lecture, 5.5 lab) 6.5 contact hours [AUTO 112 ]*

This course prepares students for State of Michigan certification and includes 104 hours of classroom/lab instruction. Students study the types of brake systems used in modern automobiles and light-duty trucks. Diagnosis and testing of various brake systems are integral parts of the course. Brake systems repair and overhaul are accomplished using industry-standard specialized tools and equipment. Precision machining for brake service is used in the process of repairing and rebuilding the brake system. Handheld scan tools are used for general anti-lock braking systems and manufacturer-specific testing.
OFFERED: fall semesters