Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Braking Systems

The Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Brake Systems is designed to prepare students to enter the automotive industry working as a technician in the diagnosis and repair of brake and brake systems. Students in this program are trained to work on drum and disc braking systems, parking brakes and many hydraulic systems.Students learn to inspect, adjust, remove, repair and reinstall brake shoes,disc pads, drums, rotors, wheel and master cylinders, and hydraulic fluid lines. The additional labs and tasks needed to complete the course also allow students to diagnose failing systems and repair them properly using procedures and tools required by employers. Students will be exposed to and able to earn a car brake rotor resurfacing certification through PRO CUT. This is an industry standard on car lathe many dealerships own and operate. The student will also practice the skills and develop the test taking skills to pass the ASE A5 Brake certificate. 

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The Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Brake Systems is a Career and Technical Education program and is designed to prepare students to enter the automotive industry working as a technician in the diagnosis and repair of brake and brake systems.

 Students completing this certificate will acquire skills and knowledge required to perform the service and repair of automotive brake systems. Upon program completion, it is expected the student will develop employment entry level knowledge and skills necessary for the proper maintenance and repair of automotive braking systems. The student will also practice the skills and develop the test taking skills to pass the ASE A5 Brake certificate. Students will be exposed to and able to earn a car brake rotor resurfacing certification through PRO CUT. This is an industry standard on car lathe many dealerships own and operate.

Students in this program are trained to work on drum and disc braking systems, parking brakes and many hydraulic systems. Students learn to inspect,adjust, remove, repair and reinstall brake shoes, disc pads, drums, rotors,wheel and master cylinders, and hydraulic fluid lines. The additional labs and tasks needed to complete the course also allow students to diagnose failing systems and repair them properly using procedures and tools required by employers.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

·        Diagnose and repair or replace brake systems and components.

·        Comply with personal and environmental safety practices in accordance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.

·        Integrate and analyze online service data, written repair material and technical service bulletins to repair and service a vehicle.

·        Demonstrate proficiency in the use of specialized automotive service tools, electronic diagnostic equipment and basic hand tools.

·        Demonstrate the use and care of basic automotive tools and equipment.

This program can be completed in a single semester or stretched over 2-3 semesters. Two of the three courses are offered every fall and spring.