Title

DSET2216 - Advanced Air Brake Systems

Description

Description

This course will focus on the pneumatic and electrical air brake systems used on straight truck and tractor-trailer applications. Students enrolled in this course should have a firm understanding of foundation brakes and wheel ends. Areas of emphasis will include theory of operation, pneumatics, valve operation, component identification, schematics and anti-lock systems.
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Credits

2 (1.5/0.5/0)

Competencies

  1. Identify pneumatic components used in brake systems.
  2. Utilize schematics to troubleshoot pneumatic systems.
  3. Analyze various brake valves and explain theory of operation.
  4. Identify anti-lock components used in a pneumatic brake system.
  5. Utilize a digital volt ohm meter to test anti-lock system components.
  6. Utilize OEM software to troubleshoot and diagnose anti-lock system fault codes.