Course Syllabus
Auto-153 Syllabus
Course Syllabus: Syllabus-AUTO153-Fall2018-Roper_David.pdf
Meet Your Instructor: David Roper
Automotive Technology
M.A. Arizona State University
B.A California State University, Los Angeles
A.A. Cerritos College
Cert. Universal Technical Institute
ASE Master Technician
ASE Maintenance and Repair Technician
ASE Alternative Fuels Technician
Course Description: Theory of operation, diagnosis, and service of drum, disc, and anti-lock brake systems used on modern vehicles. Safe and correct hands-on practice is emphasized. Students must furnish approved safety glasses. This course assists the student in preparation for the A5 (Brakes) ASE certification exam. 4.5 units, 144 hours lecture, transferable to CSU.
Textbook Information: Halderman, James. Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service. 5th Ed. Prentice Hall, 2016. ISBN: 9780133994612.
Course Learning Objectives:
- Discuss safety issues specific to brake service procedures.
- Identify drum, disc, and ABS brake system components.
- Describe the operation of modern vehicle drum and disc brake systems.
- Demonstrate proper teardown and assembly procedures for drum and disc brakes.
- Measure drum and disc brake components to determine condition.
- Analyze results of a brake system inspection to formulate a service plan.
- Demonstrate the ability to correctly and safely complete brake service tasks as specified ASE (NATEF).
- Demonstrate the ability to correctly locate diagnostic and service information required for brake service tasks.
Course Summary:
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