Jun 01, 2024  
2024-2025 SCC Catalog 
    
2024-2025 SCC Catalog

DHM 255 - Air Brakes Systems


Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course is a study of air compressors, valves, electrical controls and brake designs.

Prerequisite(s): Take DHM 159  or CWE 113  and DHM 173  
Course Topics:
  • Drum brakes
  • Disc brakes
  • Brakes controls
  • Brake service procedures
  • Brake system diagnosis

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A =  90 - 100
B =   80 - 89
C =   70 - 79
D =   60 - 69
F =     0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Dissect information on brake system problems and repair procedures.
  2. Explain standard air brake system operation and function.
  3. Show the ability to perform basic diagnosis, adjustments, and repair of standard air brake systems.

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies   that include:

  • Identity Verification
  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Orientation and Support
  • Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies   on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Add/Drop period
  • Attendance
  • Classroom Conduct
  • Equal Access
  • IT Access
  • Online Behavior
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Student Concerns
  • Student Help Services
  • Withdrawals


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2024-2025