BHC wins NACTA Judging Conference for 17th time
Congratulations to our East Campus students and coaches for winning the 2026 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference Sweepstakes Award!
College Credit Certificate in Brake Specialist
Why Brake Specialist
The Brake Specialist certificate program provides practical knowledge of the component parts as well as the diagnostic and repair procedure required to become a brake technician. Students completing the certificate may be employed as entry-level technicians in brake specialty shops, automotive repair businesses, or automotive dealerships. This program may be completed in one semester.
Locations
East Campus
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
15
Financial Aid Eligibility
No
Careers in Brake Specialty
Courses in Brake Specialist
| CRN | Course Name | Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| AUTO 107 | Engine Performance I | 4 |
| MECH 102 | Brake and Hydraulic Systems | 4 |
| MECH 103 | Electrical Systems I | 4 |
| MECH 111 | Engine Repair | 3 |
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Agriculture News
Congrats to 2026 high school welding invitational winners
Black Hawk College recently hosted the 8th Annual Welding Invitational at the college’s Welding and Skilled Trades Center in downtown Kewanee.
Women’s History Month – Being a woman in agriculture
Agriculture has always been a huge part of Grace Angotti’s life, so having the opportunity to turn that passion into a career is something she doesn’t take for granted. Now she is a faculty member at the East Campus, where she teaches a variety of ag courses and coaches the Livestock Judging Team.
Contact
Quad-Cities Campus
309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000
East Campus
309-854-1724