Study Guide

Objective

Upon completion of the course, student will know how to explain:
- heavy-duty automotive technology.
- measurements and the concepts associated with structural engineering.
- distinctive features of heavy-duty automotive technology.
- funcions and systems of brakes and suspension components in heavy-duty vehicles.

Content

- Constructing and servicing heavy-duty automotive bodies
- Measurement regulations
- Calculating weight and dimensions
- Choosing a chassis
- Body structures and components
- Designing and choosing vehicle equipment
- Pneumatic brake systems
- Structures of axles and transmissions
- Polar clearances
- Brake fitting
- Retarders
- Special features of electronics in commercial vehicles

Materials

Lecturer's material

Teaching methods

- Lectures
- Exercises
- Information search
- Group work
- Independent study

Student workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Level 1-2: Student knows the basics of the knowledge objectives of the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Level 3-4: Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Level 5: Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice.

Assessment methods and criteria

Examination and exercises: 70/30

Qualifications

No previous studies are required.