Major Work Activity C - Diagnoses and services brake systems

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Task C-8 Diagnoses brake systems

Task Descriptor

Transport trailer technicians diagnose brake systems as a critical task for the safe operation of the units. Accurate diagnostics are required for correct repair.

C-8.01 Diagnoses disc brake systems

C-8.01 Diagnoses disc brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-8.01.02P remove components to access diagnostic area components are removed to access diagnostic area
C-8.01.03P disassemble brake system brake system is disassembled to access brake components
C-8.01.04P perform sensory inspections on brake components to identify faults sensory inspections on brake components are performed to identify faults
C-8.01.05P inspect brake chamber brake chamber is inspected to ensure that there are no leaks, to identify damage and to locate broken springs
C-8.01.06P perform functional check on disc brake functional check is performed on disc brake
C-8.01.07P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of disc brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of disc brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
identify types of brake shoe materials and linings and describe their functions
describe brake timing
C-8.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose disc brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose disc brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose disc brake systems and their components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices while diagnosing disc brake systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose disc brake systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
C-8.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to disassemble and reassemble disc brake systems describe procedures to disassemble and reassemble disc brake systems

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C-8.02 Diagnoses drum brake systems

C-8.02 Diagnoses drum brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-8.02.02P remove components to access diagnostic area components are removed to access diagnostic area
C-8.02.03P disassemble brake system brake system is disassembled to access brake shoes and brake components
C-8.02.04P perform sensory inspections on components sensory inspections are performed to identify faults
C-8.02.05P inspect brake chamber brake chamber is inspected to ensure that there are no leaks, to identify damage, to verify mounting and to locate broken springs
C-8.02.06P perform applied stroke test applied stroke test is performed to check component performance
C-8.02.07P measure s-cam to bushing gap s-cam is measured to bushing gap to verify that it is according to manufacturers’ and North American standards
C-8.02.08P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps
C-8.02.09P measure stroke of push rod on brake stroke of push rod on brake is measured using brake stroke gauge or tape measure to determine if travel is within North American standards

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of drum brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of drum brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
identify types of brake shoe materials and linings and describe their functions
describe brake timing
C-8.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose drum brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose drum brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose drum brake systems and their components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices while diagnosing drum brake systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose drum brake systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
C-8.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to disassemble and reassemble drum brake systems describe procedures to disassemble and reassemble drum brake systems
C-8.02.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to diagnose drum brake systems and their components identify standards and regulations to diagnose drum brake systems and their components

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C-8.03 Diagnoses air brake systems

C-8.03 Diagnoses air brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-8.03.02P perform sensory inspections on brake components sensory inspections on brake components are performed to identify faults
C-8.03.03P inspect brake chamber brake chamber is inspected to ensure that there are no leaks, to identify damage, and to locate broken springs
C-8.03.04P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of air brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify air brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
identify types of brake shoe materials and linings and describe their functions
describe brake timing
C-8.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose air brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose air brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose air brake systems and their components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices while diagnosing air brake systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose air brake systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
interpret schematics
C-8.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to disassemble and reassemble air brake systems describe procedures to disassemble and reassemble air brake systems

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C-8.04 Diagnoses hydraulic brake systems

C-8.04 Diagnoses hydraulic brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.04.02P remove wheel and/or drum to access diagnostic area wheel and/or drum is removed to access diagnostic area
C-8.04.03P disassemble brake systems brake systems are disassembled to access brake shoes and cylinders or brake pads and calipers
C-8.04.04P perform sensory inspections on brake components sensory inspections on brake components are performed to identify faults
C-8.04.05P check brake fluid levels brake fluid levels are checked
C-8.04.06P check reverse lock-out feature on brake system reverse lock-out feature is checked
C-8.04.07P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of hydraulic brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of hydraulic brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
identify types of brake shoe materials and linings and describe their functions
describe brake timing
C-8.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose hydraulic brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose hydraulic brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose hydraulic brake systems and their components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices while diagnosing hydraulic brake systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose hydraulic brake systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
interpret schematics
C-8.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to disassemble and reassemble hydraulic brake systems describe procedures to disassemble and reassemble hydraulic brake systems

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C-8.05 Diagnoses electric brake systems

C-8.05 Diagnoses electric brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-8.05.02P remove components to access diagnostic area components are removed to access diagnostic area
C-8.05.03P disassemble brake system brake system is disassembled to access brake pads and magnets
C-8.05.04P perform sensory inspections on components sensory inspections on components are performed to identify faults
C-8.05.05P check power source for safety breakaway system and check that switch is functional power source for safety breakaway system is checked and switch is checked for functionality
C-8.05.06P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of electric brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of electric brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
identify types of brake shoe materials and linings and describe their functions
describe brake timing
describe function of brake controller
C-8.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose electric brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose electric brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose electric brake systems and their components
identify hazards and describe safe work practices while diagnosing electric brake systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose electric brake systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
interpret schematics
C-8.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to disassemble and reassemble electric brake systems describe procedures to disassemble and reassemble electric brake systems

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C-8.06 Diagnoses electronic braking control systems

C-8.06 Diagnoses electronic braking control systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-8.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-8.06.02P remove components to access diagnostic area components are removed to access diagnostic area
C-8.06.03P interpret computer diagnostic information after downloading and saving results computer diagnostic information is interpreted after downloading and saving results
C-8.06.04P check wiring and connections wiring and connections are checked for continuity, wear and damage
C-8.06.05P test wheel sensors wheel sensors are tested using multimeter and verified against manufacturers’ specifications
C-8.06.06P inspect wheel sensor and exciter ring wheel sensor and exciter ring are inspected for excessive gap and corrosion
C-8.06.07P verify warning light operation (ABS light) warning light operation (ABS light) is verified
C-8.06.08P interpret diagnostic results diagnostic results are interpreted to determine next steps

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-8.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of electronic braking control systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of electronic braking control systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
describe allowable tolerances
C-8.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components
identify inspections performed to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components
identify possible faults found while performing inspections on components
interpret schematics
C-8.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components identify and interpret standards and regulations to diagnose electronic braking control systems and their components

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Task C-9 Services brake systems

Task Descriptor

Transport trailer technicians service brake systems as a critical task for the safe operation of units. Servicing includes both regular preventative maintenance as well as repairs to braking system faults and failures.

C-9.01 Maintains brake systems

C-9.01 Maintains brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.01.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.01.02P perform preventative maintenance checks preventative maintenance checks are performed according to jurisdictional standards
C-9.01.03P lubricate components components are lubricated according to recommended maintenance schedule
C-9.01.04P adjust brakes brakes are adjusted according to specifications and jurisdictional regulations
C-9.01.05P clean air system air system is cleaned by flushing contaminants from system with air
C-9.01.06P inspect electronic control systems electronic control systems are inspected
C-9.01.07P apply dielectric grease to electronic braking connections dielectric grease is applied to electronic braking connections

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
vC-9.01.01L demonstrate knowledge of brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.01.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to maintain brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to maintain brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to maintain brake systems and their components
describe procedures to remove and install brake system components
identify safe work practices while maintaining brake systems and their components
describe system contamination
C-9.01.03L demonstrate knowledge of training requirements to maintain brake systems identify training requirements to maintain brake systems
C-9.01.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to maintain brake systems identify standards and regulations to maintain brake systems

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C-9.02 Repairs disc brake systems

C-9.02 Repairs disc brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.02.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.02.02P replace worn, damaged and defective mechanical components worn, damaged and defective mechanical components are replaced according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.02.03P replace worn, damaged and defective air system components worn, damaged and defective air system components are replaced according to faults
C-9.02.04P complete repair repair is completed by verifying operation of brakes

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.02.01L demonstrate knowledge of disc brake systems, their mechanical and air system components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.02.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components identify tools and equipment used to repair disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall disc brake system mechanical and air system components
identify hazards and safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components
C-9.02.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components identify standards and regulations to repair disc brake systems and their mechanical and air system components

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C-9.03 Repairs drum brake systems

C-9.03 Repairs drum brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.03.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.03.02P remove wheel end and hub assemblies wheel end and hub assemblies are removed to access brake system
C-9.03.03P replace or reinstall drum brake components drum brake components are replaced or reinstalled according to task
C-9.03.04P shim and adjust components components are shimmed and adjusted according to task
C-9.03.05P complete repair repair is completed by verifying operation of brakes

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.03.01L demonstrate knowledge of drum brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of drum brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.03.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair drum brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to repair drum brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall drum brake system components
identify hazards and safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of drum brake systems and their components
C-9.03.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair drum brake systems and their components identify standards and regulations to repair drum brake systems and their components

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C-9.04 Repairs air brake systems

C-9.04 Repairs air brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.04.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-9.04.02P replace air brake components air brake components are replaced according to faults
C-9.04.03P repair brake chambers brake chambers are repaired by replacing components
C-9.04.04P complete repair repair is completed by verifying operation of air system

Range of variables

Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.04.01L demonstrate knowledge of air brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify air brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.04.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair drum brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to repair drum brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall drum brake system components
identify safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of air brake systems and their components
C-9.04.03L demonstrate knowledge of licensing requirements to repair drum brake systems and their components identify licensing requirements to repair drum brake systems and their components
C-9.04.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair drum brake systems and their components identify standards and regulations to repair drum brake systems and their components

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C-9.05 Repairs hydraulic brake systems

C-9.05 Repairs hydraulic brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.05.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task
C-9.05.02P remove wheel end and hub assemblies wheel end and hub assemblies are removed to access brake system
C-9.05.03P replace or reinstall hydraulic brake components hydraulic brake components are replaced or reinstalled
C-9.05.04P recondition components components are reconditioned
C-9.05.05P bleed system system is bled to remove air from system
C-9.05.06P complete repair repair is completed by verifying operation of brakes and visually inspecting for leaks

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.05.01L demonstrate knowledge of hydraulic brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of hydraulic brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.05.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair hydraulic brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to repair hydraulic brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall hydraulic brake system components
identify hazards and safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of hydraulic brake systems and their components
C-9.05.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair hydraulic brake systems and their components identify standards and regulations to repair hydraulic brake systems and their components

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C-9.06 Repairs electric brake systems

C-9.06 Repairs electric brake systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.06.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.06.02P remove worn and damaged components worn and damaged components are removed
C-9.06.03P replace or reinstall electric brake components electric brake components are replaced or reinstalled
C-9.06.04P repack wheel bearings and adjust bearings wheel bearings are repacked and bearings are adjusted according to manufacturers’ free play specifications
C-9.06.05P repair and replace damaged and corroded wiring damaged and corroded wiring is repaired and replaced
C-9.06.06P charge battery battery is charged
C-9.06.07P complete repair by verifying operation of electric brake system repair is completed by verifying operation of electric brake system

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.06.01L demonstrate knowledge of electric brake systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of electric brake systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.06.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair electric brake systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to repair electric brake systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall electric brake system components
identify hazards and safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of electric brake systems and their components
C-9.06.03L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair electric brake systems and their components identify standards and regulations to repair electric brake systems and their components

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C-9.07 Repairs electronic braking control systems

C-9.07 Repairs electronic braking control systems
NL NS PE NB QC ON MB SK AB BC NT YT NU
NV yes NV NV NV yes yes ND yes yes NV NV ND
Skills
Reference Code Performance Criteria Evidence of Attainment
C-9.07.01P select and use tools and equipment tools and equipment are selected and used according to task and manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.07.02P confirm voltage supplied to system voltage supplied to system is confirmed
C-9.07.03P replace components components are replaced
C-9.07.04P adjust sensor gap sensor gap is adjusted according to manufacturers’ specifications
C-9.07.05P clean tone ring tone ring is cleaned to allow for generation of electrical impulses as required for function of electronic control system
C-9.07.06P clear fault codes in ECU and complete repair fault codes in ECU are cleared and repair is completed by verifying operation of electronic braking control system

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Knowledge
Reference Code Learning Outcomes Learning Objectives
C-9.07.01L demonstrate knowledge of electronic braking control systems, their components, characteristics, applications and operation identify types of electronic braking control systems and their components, and describe their characteristics, applications and operation
C-9.07.02L demonstrate knowledge of procedures to repair electronic braking control systems and their components identify tools and equipment used to repair electronic braking control systems and their components, and describe their applications and procedures for use
describe procedures to remove, repair, replace, adjust, assemble and reinstall electronic braking control system components
identify safe work practices while performing repairs
describe procedures to verify repair of electronic braking control systems and their components
C-9.07.03L demonstrate knowledge of training and certification requirements to repair electronic braking control systems and their components identify training and certification requirements to repair electronic braking control systems and their components
C-9.07.04L demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements to repair electronic braking control systems and their components identify and interpret standards and regulations to repair electronic braking control systems and their components

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