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AUMT-1310-001 Automotive Brake Systems
<p>Prerequisite: AUMT 1305</p>
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Topics include brake theory, diagnosis and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brake systems and parking brakes. May be taught manufacturer specific.
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(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)
On Campus Course
Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach 6th Edition - Erjavec/Thompson
ISBN: 978-1-133-61231-5
Safety Glasses
Brake Spring Tool Set
Caliper Piston Tool Set
Tools from INMT 1305, ELPT 1311, AUMT 1316, and AUMT 1305 syllabi are required
End-of-Course Outcomes: Student will be able to utilize safety procedures; explain operation of modern brake systems, diagnose and repair hydraulic systems, drum/disc brake systems, parking brakes, and anti-lock brake systems; machine drums and rotors with current industry standard equipment.
A. General
1. Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. P-1
2. Describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation, including an anti-lock brake system (ABS). P-1
3. Install wheel and torque lug nuts. P-1
B. Hydraulic System
1. Measure brake pedal height, travel, and free play (as applicable); determine necessary action. P-1
2. Check master cylinder for external leaks and proper operation. P-1
3. Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, bulging, wear, loose fittings and supports; determine necessary action. P-1
4. Select, handle, store, and fill brake fluids to proper level. P-1
5. Identify components of brake warning light system. P-3
6. Bleed and/or flush brake system. P-1
7. Test brake fluid for contamination. P-1
C. Drum Brakes
1. Remove, clean, inspect, and measure brake drum diameter; determine necessary action. P-1
2. Refinish brake drum and measure final drum diameter; compare with specifications. P-1
3. Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/self-adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble. P-1
4. Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks and proper operation; remove and replace as needed. P-2
5. Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake; install brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings; make final checks and adjustments. P-2
D. Disc Brakes
1. Remove and clean caliper assembly; inspect for leaks and damage/wear to caliper housing; determine necessary action. P-1
2. Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides/pins for proper operation, wear, and damage; determine necessary action. P-1
3. Remove, inspect, and replace pads and retaining hardware; determine necessary action. P-1
4. Lubricate and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads and inspect for leaks. P-1
5. Clean and inspect rotor, measure rotor thickness, thickness variation, and lateral runout; determine necessary action. P-1
6. Remove and reinstall rotor. P-1
7. Refinish rotor on vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with specifications. P-1
8. Refinish rotor off vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with specifications. P-1
9. Retract and re-adjust caliper piston on an integral parking brake system. P-3
10. Check brake pad wear indicator; determine necessary action. P-2
11. Describe importance of operating vehicle to burnish/break-in replacement brake pads according to manufacturer’s recommendations. P-1
E. Power Units
1. Check brake pedal travel with, and without, engine running to verify proper power booster operation. P-2
2. Check vacuum supply (manifold or auxiliary pump) to vacuum-type power booster. P-1
F. Miscellaneous
1. Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings; replace seals; install hub and adjust bearings. P-1
2. Check parking brake cables and components for wear, binding, and corrosion; clean, lubricate, adjust or replace as needed. P-2
3. Check parking brake operation and parking brake indicator light system operation; determine necessary action. P-1
4. Check operation of brake stop light system. P-1
5. Replace wheel bearing and race. P-2
6. Inspect and replace wheel studs. P-1
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Follow Student Code of Conduct
Students MUST wear safety glasses in the shop/lab
No phones/smart devices are to be out during class unless requested by the instructor. Place phones/smart devices on vibrate or on silent. If you must answer a call, leave the classroom to do so.
Students will be respectful of other classes being conducted in the building, respectful of their peers, and of the other instructors.
Students are expected to dress appropriately and clothing must appear and smell to have been laundered regularly. Shirts are to be tucked in and hats are not to be worn in the building or shop. Hoodies are to be down as well.
Students are expected to demonstrate proper hygiene while enrolled.
There are (TBD) days of class in this course. Each class day there will be a sign in sheet. Your final grade will be calculated on an average of your attendance, your participation in lab work, and an average of homework and quiz scores.
Class 25%-homework, quizzes, etc
Attendance 25%- Being late, 10 minutes after class is to begin, will result in a 15 point deduction. Leaving early will result in a 10 point deduction.
Lab 25%- Active participation in lab activities is a major part of your grade, you must be dressed appropriately to work safely on vehicles. Your willingness to work with others and maintaining a positive attitude is part of your Lab grade.
Final 25% Final exam
A = 90 to 100 B = 80 to 89 C = 70 to 79 D = 60 to 69 F = Below 60
Improperly dressed = 15 point deduction from the daily grade.
Daily attendance is reguired to meet minimum Competencies
Chapter 50 - Brake Systems
Chapter 51 - Drum Brakes
Chapter 52 - Disc Brakes
Chapter 53 - ABS, Traction Control, Stability Control
Final Exam
01/08/19 4:00 PM
02/05/19 8:57 PM