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Aug 06, 2026
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AUTI 121 - Brake Systems
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: AUTI 100- Basic Automotive Service
PROGRAM: Automotive Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2022
This is the first of two courses that teaches theory, service and repair of automotive braking systems. This course provides an overview of various mechanical brake systems used on today’s automobiles. This course will emphasize professional diagnosis and repair methods for brake systems.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:- Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a, d, h, i)
- Use and identify tools used to repair brake systems. (b, e, f)
- Explain friction principles and Newton’s laws of Motion. (e, f)
- Identify and explain operation of braking system components including hydraulic control devices. (a, b, e, f, i)
- Perform Disc Brake Inspection and recommend necessary repairs. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
- Perform Drum Brake Inspection and recommend necessary repairs. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
- Adjust parking brakes. (a, b, e, f, h)
- Demonstrate resurfacing of drums and rotors including on-car brake lathes. (a, b, c, e, f, i)
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Brake Fluids
- Master Cylinders
- Metering Valves
- Proportioning Valves
- Pressure Differential Valves
- Pads/Shoes
- Brake Lines/Hoses
- Disc Brake Caliper
- Rotors
- Drums
- Brake Lathes
- Wheel Cylinders
- Brake Hardware
- Parking Brakes
- Wheel Bearing Service
GRADING POLICY
| A |
92-100 |
| B |
83-91 |
| C |
74-82 |
| D |
65-73 |
| F |
0-64 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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