Identify the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment; demonstrate knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.

1.2.1

Depth 2

Identify the location and use of eye wash stations.

1.2.2

Depth 2

Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.

1.2.3

Depth 2

Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.

1.2.4

Depth 2

Identify and wear appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.

1.2.5

Depth 2

Secure hair and jewelry for lab/shop activities.

1.2.6

Depth 2

Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.

1.2.7

Depth 2

Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).

1.2.8

Depth 2

Locate and demonstrate knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

2.1.1

Depth 2

Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.

2.1.2

Depth 2

Identify standard and metric designation.

2.1.3

Depth 2

Demonstrate safe handling and use of appropriate tools.

2.1.4

Depth 2

Demonstrate proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

2.1.5

Depth 2

Demonstrate proper use of precision measuring tools (i.e. micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper).

3.1.1

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Demonstrate a good work ethic (i.e., relations with other, dependability, attitude, and personal hygiene).

3.1.2

Depth 2

Demonstrate teamwork.

3.1.3

Depth 2

Demonstrate job-seeking techniques (i.e., write a resume, search for a job, arrange references, and apply interview techniques)

3.1.4

Depth 2

Describe legal issues of sexual harassment in the workplace.

3.1.5

Depth 2

Identify employment eligibility requirements (e.g. valid driver's license, background check etc.)

3.2.1

Depth 2

Perform basic parliamentary procedures in a group meeting.

3.2.2

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Demonstrate an understanding of one's personal values, interpersonal skills, etiquette, effectiveness in oral and written communication and courtesy. Develop and maintain a code of professional ethics.

3.2.3

Depth 2

Maintain a good professional appearance.

3.2.4

Depth 2

Perform basic tasks related to securing and terminating employees.

4.1.1

Depth 2

Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

4.1.2

Depth 2

Describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation, including an anti-lock brake system (ABS).

4.2.1

Depth 2

Measure brake pedal height, travel, and free play (as applicable); determine necessary action.

4.2.2

Depth 2

Check master cylinder for internal and external leaks and proper operation.

4.2.3

Depth 2

Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, bulging, wear, loose fittings and supports; determine necessary action.

4.2.4

Depth 2

Select, handle, store, and fill brake fluids to proper level.

4.2.5

Depth 2

Identify components of brake warning light system.

4.2.6

Depth 2

Bleed and/or flush brake system.

4.2.7

Depth 2

Test brake fluid for contamination.

5.1.1

Depth 2

Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

5.1.2

Depth 2

Describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation, including an anti-lock brake system (ABS).

5.2.1

Depth 2

Remove, clean, inspect, and measure brake drum diameter; determine necessary action.

5.2.2

Depth 2

Refinish brake drum and measure final drum diameter; compare with specifications.

5.2.3

Depth 2

Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/self-adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble.

5.2.4

Depth 2

Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks and proper operation; remove and replace as needed.

5.2.5

Depth 2

Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake; install brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings; make final checks and adjustments.

5.2.6

Depth 2

Install wheel and torque lug nuts.

6.1.1

Depth 2

Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

6.1.2

Depth 2

Describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation, including an anti-lock brake system (ABS).

6.2.1

Depth 2

Remove and clean caliper assembly; inspect for leaks and damage/wear to caliper housing; determine necessary action.

6.2.2

Depth 2

Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides/pins for proper operation, wear, and damage; determine necessary action.

6.2.3

Depth 2

Remove, inspect, and replace pads and retaining hardware; determine necessary action.

6.2.4

Depth 2

Lubricate and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads and inspect for leaks.

6.2.5

Depth 2

Clean and inspect rotor, measure rotor thickness, thickness variation, and lateral runout; determine necessary action.

6.2.6

Depth 2

Remove and reinstall rotor.

6.2.7

Depth 2

Refinish rotor on vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with specifications.

6.2.8

Depth 2

Refinish rotor off vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with specifications.

6.2.9

Depth 2

Retract and re-adjust caliper piston on an integral parking brake system.

6.2.10

Depth 2

Check brake pad wear indicator; determine necessary action.

6.2.11

Depth 2

Describe importance of operating vehicle to burnish/break-in replacement brake pads according to manufacturer's recommendations.

7.1.1

Depth 2

Check brake pedal travel with, and without, engine running to verify proper power booster operation.

7.1.2

Depth 2

Check vacuum supply (manifold or auxiliary pump) to vacuum-type power booster.

8.1.1

Depth 2

Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings; replace seals; install hub and adjust bearings.

8.1.2

Depth 2

Check parking brake cables and components for wear, binding, and corrosion; clean, lubricate, adjust or replace as needed.

8.1.3

Depth 2

Check parking brake operation and parking brake indicator light system operation; determine necessary action.

8.1.4

Depth 2

Check operation of brake stop light system.

8.1.5

Depth 2

Replace wheel bearing and race.

9.1.1

Depth 2

Identify traction control/vehicle stability control system components.

9.1.2

Depth 2

Describe the operation of a regenerative braking system.

10.1.1

Depth 2

Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

10.1.2

Depth 2

Drain and refill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit.

10.1.3

Depth 2

Check fluid condition; check for leaks.

10.2.1

Depth 2

Check and adjust clutch master cylinder fluid level.

10.2.2

Depth 2

Check for system leaks.

10.3.1

Depth 2

Describe the operational characteristics of an electronically-controlled manual transmission/transaxle.

10.4.1

Depth 2

Inspect, remove, and replace front wheel drive (FWD) bearings, hubs, and seals.

10.4.2

Depth 2

Inspect, service, and replace shafts.

10.5.1

Depth 2

Clean and inspect differential housing; check for leaks; inspect housing vent.

10.5.2

Depth 2

Check and adjust differential housing fluid level.

10.5.3

Depth 2

Drain and refill differential housing.

10.6.1

Depth 2

Inspect and replace drive axle wheel studs.

10.7.1

Depth 2

Inspect front-wheel bearings and locking hubs.

10.7.2

Depth 2

Check for leaks at drive assembly seals; check vents; check lube level.

11.1.1

Depth 2

Identify information needed and the service requested on a repair order.

11.1.2

Depth 2

Identify purpose and demonstrate proper use of fender covers, mats.

11.1.3

Depth 2

Demonstrate use of the three C's (concern, cause, and correction).

11.1.4

Depth 2

Review vehicle service history.

11.1.5

Depth 2

Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concerns, related service history, cause, and correction.

11.2.1

Depth 2

Ensure vehicle is prepared to return to customer per school or company policy (floor mats, steering wheel cover, etc.).

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Source document: Automotive Brakes (2014)
License: CC BY 3.0 US
Normalized subject: Career Education