Air Brakes 1 (HMEC 1285)

This course introduces students to the foundations of air brake systems. Topics included are from the Industry Training Authority Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program section B3. 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 1285
Credits: 1.0
Length: 25.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HMEC&number=1285

Schedule †

HMEC 1285 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
40169May 5, 2025
to May 7, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61815July 14, 2025
to July 16, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61113September 22, 2025
to September 24, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
71355December 1, 2025
to December 3, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B

Additional Information

  • Principles of braking
  • Principles of pneumatics
  • Basic air brake system
  • Basics of air brake schedules

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.