Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement 

Airbrake Repair for Mechanics
Prerequisite: TQ in automotive.
This course prepares mechanics with limited experience to service air brakes. This endorsement is a requirement for Automotive Technician
Commercial Vehicle Inspectors to inspect air brakes. Upon successful completion you will be able to identify the components of an air
brake system and state their function, disassemble and re-assemble air brake valves and foundation brakes, diagnose problems in an
air brake system, perform preventive maintenance on air brake equipped vehicles, and perform a pre-trip inspection on an airbrake
equipped vehicle. Steel-toed footwear required.

CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre, 5579 Tyson Rd
(20336 TRD AIR04 C9A) TBA , 6 sessions, Mon, Thu, 6–10 pm and Sat 8 am–noon, $425. Starts Apr 2

Airbrakes Theory
Prepare for an airbrake endorsement. Classroom training includes a brake component demonstration board, audiovisual aids, and a practical
session on a truck. This course is certified by the Motor Vehicle Branch. Airbrake manuals are included in course fee and available at first class.

CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre, 5579 Tyson Rd
(20211 TRD AIR05 C9A) Deane Harold, 4 sessions, Tue, Thu, 6–10 pm, $125. Starts Feb 26

Airbrakes Pre-Trip
Prerequisite: Air Brake Theory Course within the previous 90 days.
Prepare for an airbrake endorsement. This course emphasizes pre-trip and in-service brake adjustment on highway vehicles. This course is
certified by the Motor Vehicle Branch. Airbrake manuals are included in course fee and available at first class.

CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre, 5579 Tyson Rd
(20210 TRD AIR08 C9A) Deane Harold, 1 session, Sat, 8 am–noon, $125. Mar 9

Commercial Vehicle Inspection
Prerequisite: BC TQ in commercial transport, automotive, heavy duty, commercial trailer, or motorcycle repair.
A course for journey person mechanics wishing to become commercial motor vehicle inspectors. Successful completion of this program provides eligibility to write the inspection exam. Text: Vehicle Inspection Manual 2010 and the Motor Vehicle Act are required for the first session and are available at the UFV bookstore.

CHILLIWACK — Trades & Technology Centre, 5579 Tyson Rd
(20051 TRD VE08 C9A) TBA , 6 sessions, Tue, Thu, 6-9 pm, Sat 8 am–12:30 pm $300. Starts Mar 12

Last updated Feb 2013