Truck Brake and Suspension Certificate
Total Program Credits: 20
(formerly Automotive CVT Brake and Suspension Certificate)
The Truck Brake and Suspension certificate is designed to provide the student with the skills necessary for an entry-level position at a medium/heavy duty truck shop.
Program does not include all of the high-tech courses necessary for today’s master technician.
Instruction includes theory and operation of medium/heavy duty brake, steering, and suspension systems used in industry today. Industry safety standards are discussed and adhered to, including current asbestos safety practices. Use of heavy-duty jacks are employed to insure no excessive heavy lifting.
Stackable Certificate:
Light Vehicle Maintenance Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Truck Brake and Suspension Certificate program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of industry procedures and safety standards while performing repairs.
- Diagnose steering, suspension, and brake failed components using industry procedures and specifications.
- Perform medium/heavy duty steering, suspension, and brake theory operation and service procedures.
(Reviewed Fall 2023)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| AUT 112 ◊ Introduction to Automotive Technology | Core Course | 3 |
| AUT 120 # Diesel Electricity and Electronics I | Core Course | 4 |
| AUT 140 # Truck Brakes | Core Course | 5 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s) |
| AUT 135 # Truck Fuel Management | Core Course | 4 |
| AUT 145 # Truck Steering, Suspension and Alignment | Core Course | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 8 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.) |
See AUT course descriptions.
Chairperson: Ken Davis, Ext. 3454, Email: kennethdavis@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |