Course details
This course will prepare mechanics, with limited experience, to service air brakes. Course coverage will include fundamentals, function, operation, and repair of air brake components and systems. Automotive Service Technician Authorized Inspectors are required to complete this training to obtain CVSE authorization to perform air brake inspections. In addition, you will have the option to complete a practical pre-trip inspection test valid for 90 days toward the ICBC Air Brake Endorsement examination.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.0
Cost
$499.75
Course offerings
Fall 2022
Below is one offering of CTMX 0105 for the Fall 2022 term.
CRN 39341
Duration
Mon Oct 24 - Fri Oct 28 (5 days)
- 5 days
- CRN 39341
- $499.75
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 - Oct 28 | Mon - Fri | 07:00 - 14:30 | Annacis Island AIC Rm. 1635 |
Instructor
David Murray
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$499.75
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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CSA approved safety glasses, steel-toed footwear and coveralls required. Footwear must be steel-toed, leather, ankle covering boots. Course is held at BCIT Annacis Island Campus. Required textbooks may be purchased at BCIT Burnaby Campus Bookstore.
Status
Winter 2023
Below is one offering of CTMX 0105 for the Winter 2023 term.
CRN 88654
Duration
Mon Jan 23 - Fri Jan 27 (5 days)
- 5 days
- CRN 88654
- $499.75
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23 - Jan 27 | Mon - Fri | 07:00 - 14:30 | Annacis Island AIC Rm. 1635 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$499.75
Important information
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CSA approved safety glasses, steel-toed footwear and coveralls required. Footwear must be steel-toed, leather, ankle covering boots. Prerequisite: Basic mechanical knowledge and ability. Course is held at BCIT Annacis Island Campus. Required textbooks may be purchased at BCIT Burnaby Campus Bookstore.
Status
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed October 26, 2022 at 9:00 am (PDT)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify the components of an air brake system and state their function
- Diagnose problems in an air brake system
- Perform a Commercial Vehicle Air brake Inspection on air brake equipped vehicles
- Perform a pre-trip inspection on an air brake equipped vehicle
Effective as of Fall 2018
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