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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

DESL 1240 - Hydraulics & Braking Systems


Principles and application of theory design, construction, and testing of hydraulic systems including pumps, actuators, reservoirs, accumulators, lines, fittings, filters, and fluids. Principles, components, operation, service, repair, adjustment and troubleshooting of the hydraulic brake system used on today’s trucks, including safety, brake balance and anti-lock brakes. Principles, components, operation, service, repair, adjustment and troubleshooting of the air brake systems used on today’s trucks, including safety, brake balance and anti-lock brakes.

Location: M
Credits: 6
Classroom Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 136
Prerequisite(s): DESL 1110  , DESL 1130 , DESL 1150