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Course in Restoring Classic Brake Servos

300-hour online course in restoring classic brake servos. 6 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 13-H (passenger car braking), SAE J1703 (brake fluids) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain how vacuum and hydraulic brake servos of the period work.

02

Diagnose faults in the servo and the vacuum circuit.

03

Dismantle the brake servo, identifying diaphragms, valves and seals.

04

Repair and reassemble the servo using compatible kits and materials.

05

Integrate the servo with the pump, pipework and wheel cylinders of the circuit.

06

Select the brake fluid compatible with the materials of the system.

07

Verify braking efficiency using technical inspection criteria.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Brake technician for classic vehicles who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Brake servo rebuilder who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Restoration mechanic who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Active safety technician who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Vehicle technical inspector who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Technical adviser on brake spare parts who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Brake Servos.
  • Graduates in engineering or science who want to join classic vehicle restoration workshops.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • UNECE Regulation No. 13-H (passenger car braking)
  • SAE J1703 (brake fluids)
  • FMVSS 116 (DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5 brake fluids)
  • ISO 4925 (non-petroleum-based brake fluids)
  • ISO 4038 (hydraulic brake pipe connections)
  • Directive 2014/45/EU (periodic roadworthiness testing of vehicles)
  • Inspection Procedure Manual for ITV Stations
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Function of brake assistance
  2. 1.2Vacuum and depression brake servos
  3. 1.3Remote-line servos
  4. 1.4Hydrovac and older assisted systems
  5. 1.5Identifying the model and manufacturer
  6. 1.6Documentation and exploded diagrams
  7. 1.7Symptoms of a worn-out servo
  8. 1.8Risks of driving without assistance
  9. 1.9Tools required
  10. 1.10Workshop: diagnosing the braking assistance of a vehicle
  1. 2.1Engine vacuum test
  2. 2.2Condition of the hose and non-return valve
  3. 2.3Servo leak-tightness test
  4. 2.4Pedal operation test
  5. 2.5Internal and external leaks
  6. 2.6Brake fluid ingress into the servo
  7. 2.7Auxiliary vacuum pump
  8. 2.8Differential diagnosis versus the pump
  9. 2.9Recording test results
  10. 2.10Practice: guided diagnosis of three cases
  1. 3.1Safe opening of the housing
  2. 3.2Diaphragm and its condition
  3. 3.3Spring and piston
  4. 3.4Internal valves
  5. 3.5Oil seals and gaskets
  6. 3.6Housing and corrosion
  7. 3.7Output linkage
  8. 3.8Cleaning the components
  9. 3.9Marking and ordering the parts
  10. 3.10Practice: complete disassembly of a servo
  1. 4.1Repair kits and how to obtain them
  2. 4.2Replacing the diaphragm
  3. 4.3Seals and correct lubrication
  4. 4.4Repairing housings and threads
  5. 4.5Adjusting the pushrod
  6. 4.6Closing and sealing the housing
  7. 4.7Leak-tightness test after reassembly
  8. 4.8Functional test on the bench
  9. 4.9External finish and labels
  10. 4.10Practice: complete rebuild
  1. 5.1Master cylinder and its compatibility
  2. 5.2Master cylinder bore and pedal effort
  3. 5.3Brake balance and valves
  4. 5.4Pipes and flexible hoses
  5. 5.5Bleeding the circuit
  6. 5.6Choosing the right brake fluid
  7. 5.7Adjusting pedal travel
  8. 5.8Checking braking efficiency
  9. 5.9Alternatives: a hidden modern servo
  10. 5.10Practice: assembly and bleeding of the circuit
  1. 6.1Testing on a closed road
  2. 6.2Measuring braking efficiency
  3. 6.3Technical inspection and requirements
  4. 6.4Periodic maintenance of the system
  5. 6.5Preserving the original part
  6. 6.6Spare parts and reproductions available
  7. 6.7Common workshop errors
  8. 6.8Risks of incomplete work
  9. 6.9Documented real-world cases
  10. 6.10Final project: a documented restoration of a brake servo
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The software used is advanced Excel, Fusion 360, PicoScope 7, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for vacuum leak-tightness testing of the brake servo, roller brake testers, bleeding and circuit verification. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven master's thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with careers in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible study mode(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Testing on a closed road

Explain how vacuum and hydraulic brake servos of the period work.

Measuring braking efficiency

Diagnose faults in the servo and the vacuum circuit.

Technical inspection and requirements

Dismantle the brake servo, identifying diaphragms, valves and seals.

Periodic maintenance of the system

Repair and reassemble the servo using compatible kits and materials.

Preserving the original part

Integrate the servo with the pump, pipework and wheel cylinders of the circuit.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Classic vehicle brake technicianBrake servo rebuilderRestoration mechanicActive safety technicianVehicle technical inspectorTechnical adviser on brake spare parts
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You work with advanced Excel, Fusion 360 and PicoScope 7. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Please check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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