Hydraulic Brakes Systems (HMEC 1275)

This course introduces students to the foundations of hydraulic brake systems. Topics included are from the Industry Training Authority Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program section B1. See: http://www.itabc.ca/sites/default/files/docs/partners/RTO/heavy-mechanical-foundation-march-2014.pdf for more information.

This course is part of the full-time Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation program
Course code: HMEC 1275
Credits: 1.0
Length: 25.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HMEC&number=1275

Schedule †

HMEC 1275 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
40167April 22, 2025
to April 23, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61813June 30, 2025
to July 2, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61111September 8, 2025
to September 10, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
71353November 17, 2025
to November 19, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B

Additional Information

  • Principles of braking
  • The foundation brake
  • Hydraulic principles
  • Hydraulics of a brake system
  • Brake fluids
  • Parking brakes

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.