(A5) BRAKES (A7) HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING

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This is a two-part course that covers the ASE Master Automotive Service Technology accredited course requirements for both A5 and A7. Brake systems will be studied in-depth, including hydraulic brake circuits, parking brake systems, anti-lock brakes, service of brake rotors and drums, and traction control system service and repair. Students will participate in labs structured to experience accepted machining practices for brake rotors and drums, how to diagnose and service brake wearing components, how to service brake hydraulic, cable, and electric braking systems. Students will learn approved practices for diagnosing and servicing electronic brake and traction control system faults. The A7 HVAC section of this course covers service and repair of air conditioning and heating systems, including preparation for the Mobile Air Conditioning Service (MACS) examination. Industry and EPA standards for handling and servicing automotive refrigerants, HVAC system components, and basic concepts of computerized HVAC controls will be covered. HVAC lab experience focuses on diagnosis and service of automotive air conditioning systems and practices that are compliant with EPA standards. Students will learn how to diagnose and service heating and ventilation systems and the electronic devices that control automotive HVAC operation. This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE (A5) Brakes and the (A7) Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning certification exam. Students are required to successfully pass the (A5) Brakes and (A7) Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ASE Entry-Level examinations and earn a C or higher to receive credit for program graduation. Pre-requisite: AUTMC-100 and AUTMC-102 with a grade of C or higher.