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A FALL FROM PACE Train now—the world won’t wait for you to catch up By Darryl Simmons

hen was the last time you learned something at work? If your answer isn’t today, something is wrong. Ask anyone that’s spent a day working in the automotive aftermarket and they’ll tell you that this industry holds a pace akin to the speed of light. Whether you’re a collision repair manager, refinisher, technician, apprentice, aspects of the job are changing everyday. To succeed, you must be on board. When we published our first Training Directory in 2018, the skills shortage was already a persistent problem. Toss in

and the events of the last two years are ample proof of that. Between the pages of this magazine lay 700+ courses in the areas of apprenticeship, aluminum repair, ADAS calibration, paint and refinish technique, measurement, alignment, welding— and so much more. In other words: no matter your role in the industry, you will learn something if you take the advice between these pages. Even better, with our new Collision Community website, you can use your newfound skills to secure a top-notch job in your area of expertise. Simply visit collisioncommunity.com

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a never-ending stream of new OEM-specific knowledge, the trials and tribulations of working with new technology-enabled systems or a near-two-year pandemic, and we’re in an even more dire situation. I could sit here and paste statistics about the average age of collision repair technicians, the lack of ADAS awareness, the longevity of the OEM certification equation and the lot—but you’ll find those in the following pages. What I will say here is that the time to learn is now. Now, all this tough talk is not to say that our industry is lacking by any means. In fact, it’s just the opposite. The fastpaced nature of this industry also translates to our innovation—

and view dozens of job postings across Canada in the realms of management, body and paint, parts coordination, jobber opportunities and more. New jobs are posted every day. Despite the slow start, this decade will be roaring. The market is bursting with opportunity—go out and grab it. TD

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Fix Network stays on course Post-COVID-19, virtual learning has taken centerstage as the aftermarket industry redefines operations to keep technicians on top of industry trends. Despite the challenges, Sophie Pepin of Fix Network believes learning should never stop. For quite some time now, the phrase ‘new normal’ has become commonplace. It’s a new term which perfectly encapsulates how our lives were changed since the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Operations have become increasingly remote, social interactions have reduced and many businesses have taken a cautious approach towards in-person trainings. Rapidly identifying which shifts in activities, behaviour and skills were needed to drive the greatest value – not only for employees but in meeting customer expectations was a challenge for most organizations. And the aftermarket industry was no exception.

the potential risk of becoming stuck in the traditional methods of operation and maintaining pre-pandemic momentum. To meet this challenge, Fix Network had to develop a strategy that maximized on employees’ digital and cognitive capabilities along with their ability to adapt and be resilient. Using the skills of our National Trainers and Experience Designers and capitalizing on our Learning Management System (LMS), we were able to accelerate the adoption of digitized approaches to re-create the best of our in-person learning. As we re-imagined and ramped up our

Although developing capabilities and upskilling workers has always been a need, this unexpected change was the catalyst needed to rethink how we can develop and train our people while strengthening organizational capabilities and culture when we simply cannot get together in person. It meant adopting and implementing digital technologies and scaling approaches quicker than originally anticipated. It also meant getting more creative and flexible in order to mitigate

cross-training in specific functions and roles to avoid service disruption. The LMS made it possible to scale learning efforts in a more cost-effective way and permit greater personalization for learners – enabling staff to carry on their professional development without disruption. The challenge remains on getting learning to the employee in a ‘just in time’ manner and this is where technology has assisted in scaling learning opportunities while keeping costs down through virtual online sessions and selfpaced programs.

learning model, we dug deeper into understanding the workforce and the core activities and skills they needed to meet ongoing changes.

As we began to normalize virtual and online training, we continue to train our workers with practical techniques and new repair methods in- person. Using Fix Network’s three training centres in Canada-– Milton (Ontario), Blainville (Quebec) and Calgary (Alberta) – featuring dedicated spaces for collision, glass and mechanical training, we have been able to host high-demand I-CAR classes and develop internally much needed courses on estimation and aluminum dent repair that are often difficult to source in the industry. This was done keeping social-distancing and safety protocols in place.

We developed learning journeys that deepened the skills of critical roles while improving virtual sessions. We established social-sharing tools and a video library to ensure training continued and that skill building was a key strategic lever for adapting to the new normal and surviving a fiercely competitive climate.

With the priority being clear: maintain employee engagement, ensure all workers continue to build their skill and keep up with market changes, the need to shift the workplace training has not been simply a way to get through the pandemic, but a way in how we will train into the future.

Creating an ecosystem within our LMS of learning partners including vendors, suppliers and industry experts, allowed us to produce and deliver content rapidly to the entire network. Curating content online allowed for

Sophie Pepin is Strategic Learning Manager at Fix Network

Students at one of Fix Network’s three training centres learn about the latest automotive technologies through a mix of virtual and in-person sessions

Even before the pandemic, advancing technologies, automation, artificial intelligence and new ways of working were disrupting jobs and the skills employees needed to do them.

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The 411 on 410N SATA Canada’s new apprenticeship course offering

o you have a trusted, skilled painter on your staff roster? If not, you better get to brushing up. It’s a secret to none that Canada’s automotive aftermarket is in the drawls of a skills shortage—and painters are no exception. In a July survey issued by Collision Repair magazine, more than 65 percent of Canadian collision owners found themselves lacking a qualified workforce in 2020. In other words, only 35 percent felt they had the help required to persist through the pandemic.

The top priority for these collision centre owners? Hiring. And now. The pandemic forced owners to make difficult cuts in countless departments, but with repair volumes creeping back to normal, Canada’s collision shops need help. “We need certified refinishers, yesterday,” said one anonymous respondent. Thankfully, SATA Canada is here to help. The paint equipment giant now offers an eight-week course in Automotive Refinishing (Trade Code 410N) from its Vaughan, Ontario training centre.

The course, designed for anyone and everyone interested in a future in automotive painting, is delivered over eight weeks of five days a week of in-class learning at SATA Canada’s training centre in Vaughan, Ontario. Following completion of the course, graduates will receive their Ontario 410N certification— which is the equivalent of the Automotive Refinishing Technician Red Seal certs. Students must end the course with a grade of 70 percent or higher in both the practical and theory segments.

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For registered Ontario apprentices, the government will cover the cost required for that apprentice to enroll in SATA Canada’s 410N course. Over eight weeks, SATA’s students will learn all the comprehensive automotive painting knowledge required to work in a collision centre setting. From safety, respirator and compressor awareness, detailing, prep work, paint repair and finally, refinishing, John Turner, general manager of SATA Canada, says completion of 410N will equip graduates with all the skills necessary to succeed in automotive painting, and more. “It’s going to deliver the same skillset and the knowledge that an automotive painter would

receive in the 310B course,” said John Turner, “It’s geared toward women who want to enter the general manager of SATA Canada, in reference automotive painting industry. It’s geared towards to Trade Code 310B, a three-year program that the high school student that has no idea what they teaches a spectrum of autobody and collision want to do. It’s for the person sweeping the floor damage repair skills and includes the training for in the bodyshop, yearning to get their hands on 410N. a spray gun.” SATA Canada’s program came to life after the If interested, SATA suggests you better get Ontario government approached SATA Canada in going—the company’s next course will run from search of a partner in comprehensive automotive October 25th to December 17th and space is painting training. With a state-of-the-art training limited. You must be booked into this class no centre at its disposal SATA Canada happily obliged, later than September 30th, 2021 to participate. gaining official status as a training delivery agent To start an Ontario apprenticeship program, apply at: from the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and https://www.ontario.ca/page/startSkills Development in January 2020. “Our 410N course is for everyone,” said Turner. apprenticeship#section-9

For more information on SATA’S 410N offering, please contact SATA Canada directly at: contact@sata.ca / 905-660-1101

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The Keys to Successful Staffing Seven tips to secure top talent

By Maddy Kylie

elcome to the Canadian aftermarket, where the average age of the collision repair technician is 49, and the average age of the apprentice is 29. In other words, the nation’s skills shortage has situated the industry in desperate times. Pile on a pandemic and the conundrum only worsens. Fear not, though—Collision Repair magazine has inquired with some of the top-rated collision repair workplaces in Canada to learn how they attract hardworking, passionate techs and, most importantly, how they keep them on board! Check out their compiled tips below!

1 . A D V E R T I S E O U T T H E Y I N G - YA N G The number one reason your shop may not be attracting top talent is simply because the talent doesn’t know about you. Whether you put a jobposting on Indeed, or on social media, just get the word out and you’ll be twice as likely to find a good candidate.

2 . D O N ’ T TA K E Y O U R T E A M F O R G R A N T E D If you’re looking to attract skilled technicians, the first step is to look inwards and train your current team. Having an already well-trained and developed workforce is not only good for business, but also draws in skilled workers eager to learn.

3 . F O C U S O N Y O U R S TA F F Offering a place of work that works in favour of your employees is a sure-fire way to grab the attention of highly skilled techs. Especially with older candidates or people with young children, allowing them to keep flexible hours may be the reason they choose your shop over another.

4. CHECK THEIR REFS Asking your current employees for referrals is one of the best ways to find skilled workers—after all who would want to be responsible for referring a bad candidate? If you are looking to hire someone new, ask your employees if they have any recommendations, and who knows you may find yourself some great applicants. 12

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5 . O P T I M I S M , A LW AY S Work environment is huge, bigger than most people think. A work environment that makes people feel welcome and celebrates inclusivity will not only attract workers but also encourage them to stay.

6. A PERSON IS A PERSON Although it may be tempting to hire someone for their extensive work experience or unmatched skill, sometimes the best of the best just need a bit of direction. It’s just as important to look at a candidate’s personality, work ethic, and potential, compared to anything else. As many shop owners know, some of their best employees started off as high school students with little experience and know-how.

7. KEEP CONNECTED Another way you can find skilled techs is getting in contact with former employees. Reaching out to employees who left on good terms, can help you strike the jackpot in terms of hiring. Ask them why they left and ask what it would take for them to come back. Either way the process will be insightful and may shed some light on ways you can improve your workplace. TD

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MIND THE GAP Canada’s ADAS calibration conundrum

By Bianca Mazziotti and Allison Rogers

he time to tackle advanced-driver assistance system (ADAS) calibration questions is now. Last year, Canadian startup adasThink unveiled a whitepaper wherein the company revealed 88 percent of calibrations were missed by Canadian bodyshops. Out of 100 estimates analyzed, 85 were missing a line item for ADAS calibration. Like many in the Canadian collision repair market, you’re probably at a loss on where to start. “There is certainly a gap in skills and knowledge when it comes to ADAS calibrations,” said Nick Dominato, co-founder of adasThink. “Bodyshops are great at fixing cars: replacing panels, fixing bumpers, painting the car— modifications of the

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physical structure of the vehicle—but they’ve never needed to be experts in electronics.” Today, more than 80 percent of new vehicles feature advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and, by 2025, it’s predicted that every new model will come equipped with advanced driver assistance systems. Further, the feds and new USMCA agreement suggest that every vehicle manufacturer in North America should have automatic emergency braking systems incorporated. “How many vehicles return to the collision repair facility following repair because a feature no longer works, all because the shop didn’t know they needed to initialize it. How many

vehicles have the safety pinch sensor functioning incorrectly, because the shop was unaware they needed to do something to it? “This is all technology that’s been around for decades, and we still miss it.” “Maybe this is harsh, but there are absolutely stakeholders in the automotive space that have been completely reckless when it comes to this stuff—completely reckless,” said Kelly Roberts, AirPro Diagnostics Canada’s shop operations development manager. “I interact with many shopowners, managers and repairers, and the refrain is always the same when we get to the discussion about repair standard. The standard is created by the vehicle manufacturer—nobody

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Kelly Roberts of AirPro Diagnostics Canada suggests some parties play it a little too fast-and-loose with ADAS calibrations.

John Marlowe, co-founder of Level5Drive, finds it baffling that such technologies have been around for years, yet there remains a haze of confusion in the general aftermarket.

else. What the OEM says is what the repairer should be following.” Ultimately, documentation of such procedures and why they were required is your ticket to getting paid and completing a proper repair for your customer. “You need to document these vehicles correctly; measuring, diagnosing and doing all the things that need to be done. Too often I get questions like, ‘who pays me for it?’ or statements like, ‘Oh, we’ve never had a problem before,’or‘no one’s ever been hurt in a car we’ve repaired.”

“Right now, the most comprehensive autopilot systems we have meet the Level 2 criteria,” said Dominato. “Tesla’s autopilot system and GM SuperCruise are the big ones, though Ford has one now as well.”

the documentation stating it is required. I don’t know any insurer in Canada that would refuse to pay for calibration if it were documented as required, though they are insisting on having that proper documentation.” Rumours of self-calibrating systems are also on the horizon, said Dominato—though such sensors would still require hands-on efforts to restore full functionality. “Eventually, some expect these systems will be able to recalibrate themselves. Some Tier One suppliers have already spent money on research.

high-tech features of today’s vehicles, automakers are not required to incorporate any kind of driving monitor system into their vehicles. With mere Level 2 autonomous vehicles being touted as fully self-driving cars, the potential for serious collisions increases by a considerable amount. While the average age of the Canadian vehicle parc is 13 years, features akin to autopilot have been gaining traction for the last 10 years. John Marlowe, co-owner of vehicle calibration company Level5Drive says that, after next year,

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It’s not only repairers, though—insurers are also unclear on when exactly a calibration is required. “Insurers are really just trying to wrap their heads around it, I think,” said Dominato. “What’s the calibration look like? What’s actually required? How much time does it take, on average? Some calibrations take 10 minutes, while others may take three hours, a wheel alignment and a full tank of gas. Insurers are seeking the answers to these questions, and it’s still a little black box for them. “But when it comes to fixing the car, insurers are willing to pay for calibrations, so long as you have 16

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The idea is, while the car drives down the road, sensors will be able to detect misalignment on the fly—and a number of sensors actually have that ability already. They’re generally designed to perform fine-tuning on the go, compensating for mechanical wear and tear. “They don’t work in a collision scenario, or any scenario where the sensor may have been pushed due to damage.” The federal government and Transport Canada should also shoulder the responsibility of autopilot safety on Canadian roads. Despite the

we’ll begin to get a clearer picture of the number of autopilot-enabled systems on the roads. “Right now, the most comprehensive autopilot systems we have meet the Level 2 criteria,” said Dominato. “Tesla’s autopilot system and GM SuperCruise are the big ones, though Ford has one now as well. The bigger Level 2 and 3 technologies are being tested right now,” he said, referring to autonomous taxi company Waymo’s test pilot currently underway in Arizona. “There needs to be some sort of cohesive effort to educate the motoring public,”said Marlowe. TD

ASSURING SUCCESS Supporting industry training and development

Josh Brown, our 2021 Jerome D’Silva Memorial Award Winner

If you are an independent, a multishop owner or a member of a repair network, securing young talent for the future of our industry is of your concern. This is an industry-wide issue. Rather than waiting for some regulatory action or government-based entity to address the issue, Assured is taking a grassroots approach to the issue, creating scholarships to support truly passionate students in their journey to becoming Licensed Body Technicians. Assured Automotive has approached two Ontario colleges that previously approved programs for individuals in the trade to pursue education. Centennial College

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in Scarborough, and Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, have both agreed to partner with Assured Automotive to annual recognize a graduating student with a job offer, a $1,000 bursary and a plaque of recognition to remain on college grounds. The Jerome D’Sliva Memorial Award and the Tony Raposo Award were created to celebrate one graduate from each school annually. Generally, such recognitions are only given to the ‘best’ student; however, the caveat with Assured’s sponsored awards is the element of community and values associated with the recipient. Along with VISIT OUR WEBSITE: ASSUREDAUTO.CA

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meeting minimum academic standings, recipients of the Jerome D’Silva Memorial Award and Tony Raposo award must possess honestly, integrity and respect. Now heading into the fourth year of this program, the response to this initiative has been very positive, particularly after the last year. With many students relying on part-time work to pay for schooling, the pandemic introduced many challenges for students struggling to meet tuition and other life-related costs. Assured is hoping to expand the program in years to come, allowing more students the same opportunities offered through these two existing awards.

SATA CANADA Subsidiary of SATA GmbH & Co. KG. In January 2020 SATA Canada received approval from the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to offer an automotive painter apprenticeship program at our in-house training centre. Beginning in September of this year SATA will offer the Automotive Painter apprenticeship program, Trade Code 41ON, through Block Release and Day Release for Levels 1 and 2. SATA Canada’s, professional training centre is part of its Vaughan, Ontario headquarters. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to be a showcase for the re-finish industry. The centre contains a commercial dual bay spray booth, prep areas and classroom able to accommodate up to thirty people. A full range of industry leading SATA spray guns, filters, paint suits and CSA-NIOSH approved respiration is available to all trainees. In addition to accredited training SATA Canada offers comprehensive product training for industry salespeople and technicians, with a focus on the latest technology and best practices. Training can also be tailored to company demands in both in person and on-line sessions. SATA paint spray equipment has been available in Canada since the 1980s. Whether high-end vehicles, exclusive yachts and boats or designer furniture, when glossy surfaces are of utmost importance, painters swear by SATA. SATA products are designed and manufactured in Germany allowing demanding customers worldwide to obtain the perfect tools, to create perfect finishes. SATA sets the standard for paint spray guns, cup systems, breathing protection, filter technology and accessories. Our close cooperation with painters from various trades and industries as well as our research and development departments with application technicians from the leading paint manufacturers allow us to produce superior products of the highest quality. SATA pioneered a multi-purpose reusable cup system, SATA RPS (Rapid Preparation System) for the efficient mixing, painting, refilling and storing of paint. Participate in the SATA Loyalty Program and collect coins with every cup. Scan the QR code located on every box of SATA RPS cups, collect points and convert them into attractive rewards for your shop.

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The home of the SATA brand is Kornwestheim, a town in the district of Ludwigsburg, BadenWürttemberg, about 10 kilometers north of Stuttgart. SATA is a leading spray gun manufacturer with 276 employees, active in over

100 markets worldwide with 2,436 customers. “SATA Quality” is a firm conviction for any painter: reliability, durability and ergonomics of their SATA products are not something to be questioned. TD

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Whether it be exotic cars, exclusive musical instruments or designer furniture: Whenever high gloss surfaces are desired, SATA is the first choice. SATA spray guns, respirators, air filter regulators and a comprehensive range of accessories are exclusively developed and manufactured in Germany. As a result, demanding users worldwide can be sure to work with perfect equipment, ensuring optimum conditions for excellent finishes. For further information: www.sata.ca SATA Canada Inc. 125 Buttermill Avenue, Vaughan, ON, L4K 3X5 Office: +1-905-660-1101 Toll-free: +1-844-554-SATA (7282) Fax: +1-905-760-1250 E-mail: contact@sata.ca www.sata.ca

The Artist’s Eye How Keegan De France finds zen

“I LOVE WORKING IN THE AUTOBODY TRADE AND I LIKE BEING ARTISTIC. I’M VERY LUCKY TO BE ABLE TO ENJOY B O T H A S P E C T S O F T H AT. ” – KEEGAN DE FRANCE, ARTIST AND AUTOMOTIVE PA I N T E R

Keegan De France paints cars–and almost anything else.

By Max Reid

f you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. An old cliche adage that, for artists, often reads more like a statement on the difficulty of making a living than it does an encouraging line about passion for one’s work—a lack of passion is rarely the problem. The problem really, is being able to combine that passion for art and creativity with a steady income. The collision repair industry, however, occupies a unique position where creativity and ingenuity have always been at the forefront. Soldiers in the second World War didn’t need to paint flames and tigers on their vehicles after they repaired them—but they definitely did. Quality refinish work and an attention to aesthetics go hand-in-hand in this industry; that is why Collision Repair jumped at the opportunity to speak with automotive painter Keegan De France, as he continues to carry the torch with

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his urban-inspired paint work that is both flashy and functional. Like so many of the pioneers of custom car painting that came before him, Keegan was steeped in the world autobody from a very young age and took to this exposure to the collision repair industry like any artist first discovering their instrument. “I knew from a young age that the autobody shop was the place for me,”said Keegan, in a Zoom call with Bodyworx Professional. “I have been in an autobody atmosphere since I was 12 years old; I’m 35 now. My father actually used to be a part owner of Don Valley Volkswagen, so in the summers when I was younger, and in pretty much any spare time I had, he’d bring me down there and I’d get to hang around the shop, pushing the broom around, sweeping the floors— making myself useful.” Keegan spent so much time immersed in the collision industry throughout his teens, when

the time came to start looking for a career, there wasn’t much doubt in his mind about the path he planned on taking. “When I was 18 I decided I didn’t want to go to school and went toward the automotive industry instead. I’ve been full-time for almost 17 years now.” To be clear, however; Keegan didn’t make this decision out of a lack of interest in other fields by any means. In fact, the work he does today is directly inspired by the passions he developed in other media, throughout his teenage years. “In high school I transitioned into doing graffiti and got lost in hip hop culture. I started airbrushing t-shirts and custom painting clothing and I was actually convinced that I was going to be an urban fashion designer when I was in Grade 11. Then I got involved in the automotive industry, and it just so happened that I could take my artistic abilities with drawing and graffiti and use it through an airbrush—the crossover was almost seamless. Graffiti and airbrushing and art

in general just go kind of hand-in-hand, it’s just learning how to apply it properly.” Seventeen years later and Keegan has made a name for himself as a custom painter, not only in his home base of Toronto, but across the country as his work becomes more and more sought after. “I teamed up with Justin Jimmo, who runs a YouTube channel called RefinishNetwork and I painted a Nissan Altima in a Dragon Ball Z theme with a silver leaf going down the car, Goku and Vegeta on the hood and a silver leaf on the hood with pinstripes and stuff. I did an in-process video that he put up on YouTube and I think it’s now at just under four million views,” said Keegan. “Another cool one for me too was being able to paint stuff for the Canadian Olympic snowboard team. I got approached by one of the organizers of the fundraising committee for the Canadian Olympic snowboard team. They wanted me to paint auction prizes to help raise money for [the team]. So, not only did I get to paint a few snowboards, a couple helmets and two suitcases, but I was actually able to paint two snowboards that got put on display at all the snowboard events across Canada.” But like any true artist, Keegan is just as happy with a high-profile art piece as he is with a personal project, as long he gets to continue honing both his art and his trade. “I love working in the autobody trade and at the same time I like being artistic. I’m very lucky to be able to enjoy both aspects of that,” said Keegan “When it’s busy and you’re cranking out a bunch of work—putting in big hours. It’s a very stressful situation to be in and it’s important to have a way to be able to expel that stress. To be able to do my artwork—my pinstriping and airbrushing, that kind of stuff—that relaxes me. That’s where I find my zen.” And lucky for Keegan, he can find that zen just about anywhere.

“I have a saying…‘I can paint anything if it sits still long enough.’ I’ll paint whatever I can get my hands on,” said Keegan. A mark of someone with a genuine passion for creativity, and of someone to make you nervous if you fall asleep after Thanksgiving dinner. Your uncle looks pretty cool with flames though. In all seriousness, Keegan takes what he does to heart and is always trying to elevate the trade he does for his living into artwork that defines his character. “I think it’s important in life to not be stuck on one thing. It’s important to always want to grow and rise to new levels of yourself and try to improve yourself. So, there have been times in my life where I have gone, ‘Wow it’s really awesome that I could do that or that happened to me,’ and then I’ll think, ‘Okay, what’s the next thing that I can do that would be more awesome,’” said Keegan. Despite all his successes and his pursuit of the next awesome project, Keegan knows that there is no room in the spray booth for a big ego. “Cockiness kills it for me, because once you start getting cocky you start shutting yourself off from opportunities that may have been presented to you when you were still approachable. Cockiness, to me, means that the people might not want to approach you because you have that aura around you. So, it’s important to me to be constantly approachable because even, for example, people that have motorcycles want to get pinstripes; I gladly accept that, because it’s still an expression of myself, art-wise. And it still gets my work out there and people can still appreciate it,” he said. This desire to elevate himself has even led him to his current role as a painter in a high-volume Toronto shop where he has access to the latest paint technology and processes. “There are new paint lines; there’s new training all the time; there’s new ways to cut down production

time. There’s faster clears, faster primers, faster application processes. It’s a constantly growing industry, constantly evolving...and if you want to keep up with the industry, you have to keep evolving,” said Keegan. “That’s one of the things that I like about working at a place like this, is that they’re constantly focused on bettering the process of getting the car in, getting the car done right. Using the right processes to get it done in a fast, timely, but still quality fix and getting the car back to a happy customer in a timely manner. Places like this focus on constantly improving and constantly learning and constantly training techs to improve their knowledge of the most up-to-date processes.” There’s no question that Keegan has put in the hours either; “I’ve done multiple paint training programs. I went to Dupont, when they were still Dupont; I’ve done the BASF training; I’ve done the AkzoNobel training. I’m a licensed technician and I have a Red Seal trade certification. I went to Centennial College for their automotive painter course. In the thinking of the future of the trade for potential painters and technicians, Keegan only hopes that they are students will be afforded the same opportunity to fall in love with the trade that he had. “I think it’s important to push our kids and say, if you’re uncomfortable in school—if you don’t get school and aren’t good at math and all that stuff— the things that other kids are getting into; try the trades. You never know. You might go to a shop class and try sanding and painting a panel and you might fall in love with it,” said Keegan. “I go home whistling happy at night, thinking about the ten cars I painted that day because I pushed myself and got the work done. I couldn’t see myself being that happy, sitting at a desk in a tower, typing keys.” TD

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IAA’s Training and Learning Development launched training program LEAD

IAA, Inc. is a global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. Headquartered near Chicago in Westchester, Illinois, IAA has nearly 4,000 employees and more than 200 facilities throughout the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. IAA serves a global buyer base – located throughout over 170 countries – and a full spectrum of sellers, including insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies, and charitable organizations. As a global organization, a scalable training framework is critical to the company’s success. IAA’s Training and Learning Development (TLD) department launched in spring 2015 with a vision for LEAD – a learning ecosystem that connects teams across locations and countries, provides training, career pathways, policies, and standards. Meeting each staff as they onboard with IAA, LEAD offers new hire orientation and essentials training, content retention and resources through certification and development of career paths and adds competitive edge through gamification, leaderboards, and certification.

LEAD consists of four core pillars – Learn, Execute, Access, and Develop – that guide training opportunities. Learn are course modules that build foundational knowledge of IAA, understanding and skills in the operational standards, practices, and key processes that guide day-to-day business at Insurance Auto Auctions. Examples of Learn level training include: • On-boarding • HR requirements and key documents • Compliance / policy review and acknowledgment • Safety / security • Customer care video / podcast • Organizational / operational knowledge Execute courses take a deep dive in to the processes, practices, and requisite skills for specific job roles in IAA. Modules include components from the 5E’s — Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, Evaluate. It’s what is needed to ensure the job is done and done well. Examples of Execute level training / resources include: • Virtual blended learning • Onsite demonstration • Video based demonstration • Skill accreditation / certification LEAD encourages staff to connect -Access- with colleagues in similar roles or with roles that support the work they do, building networks of knowledge, resources, and practice, developing knowledge in real-time. Examples include: • Real-time sharing of information • Intranet resources • Social Learning Develop is a multi-faceted feature within the Center — a lens for career planning and mapping, certification, training badges, and advanced skills training for staff growth. Examples of Develop level training include: • Job specific accreditation • Career planning • Skills transcript • Performance matrix • Advanced Skills — Using Competencies Successfully

IAA’s employees are its greatest resource. Skilling and upskilling staff to successfully complete the role responsibilities within their respective job position or set a path for growth in a new role is critical to IAA success and organizational goals. Within that vision, Training and Learning Development launched the LEAD Center, creating a learning portal where staff learn, plan, communicate, and develop valuable skills. The IAA learning continuum begins with the basic standards and skills staff need, and builds upon that foundation, providing a path for knowledge acquisition, experience, tools, connections, and wisdom needed to meet success in serving our clients. 22

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Training in the LEAD Center is both pushed, assigned, and pulled or employee-selected. Key words aligned with training content provide opportunity to search and enroll in content by topic and area of interest. The learning portal encourages employees to follow colleagues with similar skills and roles of interest, suggesting training titles for personal growth and supporting career development. Opportunities for career consideration at IAA are many. Visit Careers at IAA | IAA-Insurance Auto Auctions (iaai.com) to learn more and apply.

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Find Your Missing Piece How do you hire the perfect fit?

WE WILL CONTINUE LEARNING ABOUT ADDING THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO T H E B U S, B U T M O R E I M P O R TA N T LY, M A K I N G S U R E T H AT W E ’ R E H I R I N G THE RIGHT PEOPLE INTO THE RIGHT POSITIONS ON T H AT B U S S O T H AT W E CAN GLEAN THEIR SKILLS TO BEST SERVE OUR TEAM A N D O U R B U S I N E S S.

By Chelsea Stebner

ight People. Right Bus. Right seat? We hear so much about making sure we’re all hiring the right people to join our teams. When it comes right down to it, how do we really know? I bet that none of us are HR experts or have specialized training in that area and can read body language and eyes so well that we’ve got it cased! Most of us are busy wearing lots of hats; owner, manager, customer service rep, delivery driver, detailer, etc. That HR person is another line on the usual job description. Many times, hiring happens under fire. “Shoot— we need someone and someone fast”, and what ends up occurring is the hiring of the first warm body that walks in the door. That’s happened, more than once and it hurts. Hiring takes time and patience, which many of us are famous for not having! Ideally though, we all have a dream to have a perfect team who knows what they need to do and have the skills and ability to make it happen in each of their areas. In the years to come, we will continue learning about adding the right people to the bus, but more importantly, making sure that we’re hiring

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the right people into the right positions on that bus so that we can glean their skills to best serve our team and our business. Small businesses often hire people and add tasks to job descriptions that might not actually match a role, but because there are few people, it gets lopped on! That creates strange holes to fill if that person moves onto another role or another job. When looking for the right spot for the right person, I’ve been blinded by the fact that what I think I want and need from them is simply something out of their wheelhouse. I’ve spent countless hours trying to figure out why someone has not responded or engaged the way I expect them to, when in all reality it’s because they simply don’t get my expectations. As I grow, I realize this is sometimes more about me than about them. What am I doing to help my team learn and grow? Am I the one causing the problem? Have I communicated clearly? This is often where personality assessments come in handy. If you can learn and understand some of that stuff, it can give you such insight into how to have clear communication with others. Sometimes people are content in their role. Often, they simply haven’t had the opportunity to learn

and engage and understand how they can affect change within their own organization. This is quite often the case, and an opportunity for you as a leader to share knowledge and engage a teammate. Another challenge is that maybe the level of emotional intelligence simply isn’t there. They don’t recognize how they can bring value to the team and ego gets in the way. I am learning—always more slowly than I wish—to really understand and figure out the talents and abilities of teammates and how they can best serve our business. It’s certainly not only fixing cars, it’s learning and growing people along the way. TD

Chelsea Stebner is the CEO and managing partner of Parr Auto Body in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and a member of the CCIF Steering Committee. She can be reached at chelsea@parrautobody.com.

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the vehicle manufacturer’s allowed tolerances. Ensuring a vehicle is correctly aligned is essential to ensuring a correct ADAS component calibration. If within OE-specified tolerances, the technician can proceed to optical positioning of the frame to the vehicle. A 4-wheel alignment should be performed if the vehicle is out of the OE’s tolerance range. The IA800 system is incredibly user-friendly, with the tablet displaying vehicle-specific, step-by-step instructions for the technician.

the current values match the required values. Checkmarks display for each parameter once the required position values are met, and that’s it, the vehicle is ready for calibration. Compare that setup with one using mechanical tools such as plumb bobs and measuring tape that takes 40 minutes on average.

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Held to Account Looking to improve? Take responsibility

THE END GAME OF A C C O U N TA B I L I T Y I S TO ASSIST OUR TEAM MEMBERS TO BECOMING SELF-RELIANT IN PROVIDING CORRECTIVE M E A S U R E T H AT TA K E U S TOWARD CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT IN THE AREA OF EVERYTHING WE D O A S A C O R P O R AT I O N .

By Jay Perry

ne of the most challenging parts of leadership is the issue of accountability. We all know and want the benefits that can come from holding ourselves and our team to account for quality of services or products, our policies, actions and decisions but the balance required to do it properly can be elusive. Those benefits are worth the time and effort it takes to develop the skills necessary. The reduction in frustration can make life easier for everyone. The advancement our team members can make in confidence and their skillsets is enormous. It builds into our ‘business DNA’ sustainability. Further, I believe it is truly the way to work smarter, not harder. It’s a common old adage, but few tell us how to do so. Accountability is the key to that door of working smarter. What leaders often get wrong about accountability is the mindset. They think it is punitive in nature; mean-spirited. They can believe it leads to micro-managing. They often resist executing it properly because they feel it’s like throwing someone under the bus—trying to catch someone doing something wrong. These thoughts and sentiments couldn’t

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be further from the truth. The end game of accountability is to assist our team members to becoming self-reliant in providing corrective measure that take us toward continuous improvement in the area of everything we do as a corporation. I’m talking about doing it correctly because, when it is done incorrectly, those actions can tear teams apart, demoralize staff and lead us to on a backwards path rather than advancing. There is a lot to this subject, but the premier thing to keep in mind is mindset. We have to look at accountability as information sharing. That requires us to be willing to share - so openmindedness is imperative. It takes an objective position and focuses on facts, so we have to have an evaluative approach. Think of it as an audit. An audit doesn’t change facts; it just looks at true outcomes. When we develop that kind of approach everything else becomes so much easier—we work smarter, not harder. When done correctly it actually moves from being a retroactive look into an opportunity to one that is proactive in its practice. It may sound odd, but it can help refocus the team onto putting

efforts into the right things in the right way, hence becoming proactive in its results. Would you like to stop the blame game? Would you like to reduce ‘friction-points’ in your operation and improve cooperation? How about cutting waste from your procedures? What of optimizing trust and teamwork? Would you like to have highlighted the fairness you believe in as the leader of your organization? This is what can result from an appropriate use and proper execution of accountability. It is another way that we can stay the one who’s driving. TD

Jay Perry is the founder of Ally Business Coaching, a process improvement and leadership development firm, and coauthor of the book Success Manifesto with Brian Tracy. Jay is also an education partner with California Coast University in Santa Ana, California. He can be reached at jayperryally@gmail.com.

When it Comes to Training, the Time is Now ‘Later’ is a Synonym for ‘Never’

T H E A U T O M O B I L E H A S A D V A N C E D AT A N I N C R E D I B L E R AT E O F S P E E D , W I T H C O N S TA N T LY C H A N G I N G F E AT U R E S , S T R U C T U R A L C O M P O S I T I O N, F I N I S H E S, A N D D R I V E A B I L I T Y. T H E Y S U R E D O N O T B U I L D T H E M L I K E T H E Y U S E D T O O. T H E Y B U I L D T H E M I N A M U C H H I G H E R L E V E L O F A D VA N C E M E N T THAN WE EVER THOUGHT POSSIBLE.

By Stefano Liessi

oes anyone remember the year 2000, and all the speculative horrors associated with the roll over from 1999? All the computers were predicted to crash, stock markets would shut down, electrical grids would perish, and we would be left in the dark ages. When New Years Day arrived, nothing happened. The odd old antiquated device packed it in, but for the most part we survived unscathed. Here we are at the end of 2020—not soon enough for many I am sure—and we are in the middle of a tsunami of technological advancements in the automotive industry. Twenty years ago, heated seats ABS and traction control were still optional; today they are standard on base models. We’ve been hit with a plethora of technological features designed to make our driving experience second to none! 28

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I have more than 38 years in this industry and have seen a lot of change in that time—not just in the manufacturing of the automobile, but also in the application of repair techniques and management processes. You may be asking yourself how we can keep up with all this advancing technology. The answer? Training, upgrading and educating yourself to be on par with the world around you. The first step in your training initiatives is to be honest with yourself—how well have you kept up in this technological landslide? It’s not easy to take in all the information available out there nowadays, process it, and then apply it. It is much easier to say, “I’ll get to that later.” However, later is always just that—later. Let’s take a different approach—in the coming years, you will need the most training in the realms

of vehicle technology. Right from the front end our industry is permeated with technology, from the phone, internet, e-mail, all the way to software for management systems and estimating. For a CSR, training may be a course on customer service; for estimators, it may require some guidance on the art of blueprinting, sourcing OE data, and ADAS requirements. The list goes on. The importance of this training is something that I cannot begin to emphasise enough. The advancements we see are of leviathan proportions, but we are not keeping up. I had this article drafted and ready for the press—then I read a study compiled by Canadian company adasThink, one that triggers the need for training. The study stated that Canadian bodyshops and related appraisal folk had missed 88 percent of the

related calibration line items on 100 randomly selected estimates, compiled on various degrees of severity, on vehicles spanning 2014-2020. This is incredibly detrimental to the industry and dealing with the speed at which it is advancing. As we read more and more, these ADAS features and autonomous features are not going away, eventually our trades people will be so far behind that it will resemble teaching your great grandmother how to use Adobe Illustrator. The advancements do not care if we know how to fix them; we need to care about how to fix them. Learning where and how to find the information is a start, small steps, then how to deal with them correctly is key. This is something that really should not be left to later. As these systems advance so should

our attitudes and ideologies regarding the comprehension of what is needed to stay on top. Try to begin with using technology to train—yes, the online world of webinars and various training platforms. I currently have been conducting a multitude of webinars for I-CAR, I have seen many different facilities signing up, but I’m seeing a lot of the same people. This is good, as they are truly taking an interest in the topics. However, I know this is a minute segment of the industry populous. Educational facilities also offer opportunities, though you should be selective as these sessions can also be tailored to broad audiences. Vendors or suppliers tend to be able to focus more to your facility’s requirements, but they also may only be able to assist with select areas. Coaching and consulting are great if you

need specific focus, unbiased applications over a diverse culture. This can be short-term or longer involvement tailored specifically right to each staff member. Is there a cost to training? Absolutely—and with that cost comes a return on investment. The return is in your revenue and security as a credible company, knowledge is paramount in our industry, application of that knowledge is equally as paramount. In many cases we do not know what we do not know, and in this case, ignorance is not bliss, its inexcusable to be honest. There are a multitude of available opportunities regarding training, and in my opinion, the short-term gains from putting off training to “later”will be far outweighed by the long-term gains of knowledge and commitment to bettering yourself and your business. TD

A Red Seal technician and founder of Canadian Collision Specialist, Stefano enhances his experience with 12 years of I-CAR instructing, coupled with high school teaching to bring training that encompasses all learning types. With experience on the corporate side of the industry, as well as in management and ownership, Stefano’s focus is proper repairs and equitably for all people involved in the collision industry.

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Recognizing the Master Artists Certification is a step in the right direction for the automotive industry

By Steve Leal

he automotive industry is not for everyone. Day in and day out, auto technicians go the extra mile in restoring vehicles to their original glory, making sure that form, build, and performance are in perfect sync. They are the “master artists” for whom each vehicle is an exquisite work of art that needs a skilled technician’s special touch to recreate its beauty. This dedication requires a certain degree of passion for cars and for some, it’s a personal calling. After spending over 20 years in the industry and leading one of the largest automotive aftermarket franchise networks in the world, I am still in awe of these master craftspeople. They are the lifeline of this industry, each day they find an opportunity to do something different than their peers. And, as the franchise leader, we constantly look for opportunities where we can support them. I am a lifelong advocate of training and certification for our industry and have spoken about these two topics at many prestigious forums around the world. Different countries have

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different requirements for certification of shops, which I keep underlining to our global network of franchises the importance of certification. Over the past few decades, the automotive industry has been evolving rapidly, in terms of technology, build, safety and performance. From gas-powered engines to electric cars to selfdriving vehicles, the industry is witnessing a huge quantum leap forward. While these new features are aimed at enhancing a vehicle’s safety and performance, it becomes imperative for technicians and auto body shop owners to keep up with new technology at all times. With rapid advancements in vehicle technology, such as driving assistance options and new lightweight materials, having the right equipment and knowledgeable technicians is no longer an option. If you look up the repair procedures of most makes and models, the processes and requirements change from one year to the next due to new equipment complexities or raw materials used in the construction of different components of the vehicle structure.

The successful shops are those that have decided to stay ahead in the game by making sure that their technicians are well-trained in the latest auto technologies and that their shops have the right tools and equipment to meet the demands of modern vehicles. Shop certification demonstrates to customers and insurance partners that the team has been trained to manage the most complex mechanical and collision repair requirements, and that the shop has the latest equipment to ensure all repairs and services completed on vehicles are to manufacturer specifications. For shops to be certified, they need to undergo a test of their repair processes and equipment and an audit of their facilities to meet the industry’s stringent standards. Many shops around the world have started to invest in quality equipment that improves turnaround time and assures quality control in all processes. And these are shops with an eye on the future. For technicians, continuous learning should be an important prerequisite.

WITH RAPID A D VA N C E M E N T S I N V E H I C L E T E C H N O L O G Y, SUCH AS DRIVING A S S I S TA N C E O P T I O N S AND NEW LIGHTWEIGHT M AT E R I A L S , H A V I N G T H E RIGHT EQUIPMENT AND KNOWLEDGEABLE TECHNICIANS IS NO L O N G E R A N O P T I O N.

We need people with an open mind to agree that the repair process will evolve from year to year. Regular training and refresher courses for skilled technicians in the most advanced collision repair technologies prepare them to be better prepared for the future. As technology evolves, electronic components become more sophisticated while alloys used in the construction of cars become more comple, technicians can no longer rely on past experiences only. They need to read every OEM technical data sheet prior to any structural repair to ensure they meet OEM recommendations and standards for a particular vehicle. In the next few years, I anticipate that there will be a huge demand not only for certified shops but also for talented technicians who can repair vehicles safely to top quality standards. Here’s to welcoming the next generation of master artists! TD

Steve Leal is the president and CEO of Fix Network World. Under his leadership, the company continuously aims to transform the global collision franchise business by aligning global operations around lean, customer-driven processes.

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Tomorrow’s Techs The state of the modern autoshop class

By David DiCenzo

“TRADES WERE SEEN AS D I RT Y J O B S A N D PA R E N T S DIDN’T WANT TO GET T H E I R K I D S I N V O LV E D . BUT NOW THERE’S A R E A L I Z AT I O N T H I S I S H I G H - T E C H S T U F F, T H AT I T ’ S N O T J U S T T U R N I N G W R E N C H E S.” – M AT T H E W LY L E , HEAD OF TECHNICAL E D U C AT I O N , G C V I

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atthew Lyle clearly remembers helping lead the inaugural Electric Car Team at Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute as somewhat of a“catastrophe.” In 2016, Lyle, the Head of Technical Education at the Guelph-based high school, partnered with his Transportation Technology teacher colleague Dennis Ashley to form a team tasked with building vehicles. The ultimate goal was entering an endurance competition against other schools at the University of Waterloo’s annual Electric Car Challenge. There was a learning curve in year one but, as the club grew in numbers and popularity, so did momentum. At the 2019 U of W event GCVI swept both the Dennis Weishar Engineering Design Award—named after the challenge’s late founder, a teacher from Orangeville—and the Toyota Fabrication & Manufacturing Award. The hardware is exciting–but the rewarding part for Lyle and Ashley is the students’ experiences. “They get to see an entire project through from

the initial concept drawing to the manufacturing and prototyping to a completed car,” says Lyle, noting many students have tech industry and engineering ambitions. “Trades were seen as dirty jobs and parents didn’t want to get their kids involved. But now there’s a realization this is high-tech stuff, that it’s not just turning wrenches. “We work on computer-driven design and programming, high-level manufacturing, and automotive skills. The kids have really bought into that.” Ashley arrived at GCVI five years ago and introduced a lunchtime club, as well as the Electric Car Club. He agrees with Lyle that young people at the school are embracing tech. Though Ashley has been on sick leave and in-person work at the fully equipped GCVI garage was limited through the pandemic, anticipation to get back at it is building. He has seen numbers grow in both his grade 11 transportation technology class and the grade 12 version, which is college-level content for students aspiring to a career in auto repair. There

are no textbooks. Ashley utilizes computer based collision industry consultant in St. Albert, Alberta, Electude education modules and the modern has fond memories of a class he once taught at an GCVI shop, with two tire changers, a giant ramp Edmonton school. hoist, and new tools every year, services cars for Before it became a victim of what Liessi calls teachers and the Guelph community. “bureaucracy and budget cuts”back in 2019, he ran “Our live shop is equipped exactly like any a successful collision class for six years, teaching kids in grades 10 through 12 how to restore and professional garage,” he says, adding students can do engine or transmission replacements, and paint damaged vehicles and parts. His students, full brake jobs. “They get a lot of opportunity and who ranged from marginalized to academically gifted, won multiple awards at the annual Skills hands-on experience.” According to the Ontario Ministry of Education, Canada National Competition over his tenure. approximately 67 percent of secondary schools in “The classroom was set up in a way to offer the province have a Transportation Technology real-life experience,” says Liessi, who loved being class, with a total of 37,263 students enrolled alongside his students daily. “My goal was to have them understand that when they’re done school, in them during the 2018/19 school year. The GCVI classes and clubs receive support from the this is what you would face in the real world. province’s Specialist High Skills Major program. They had to solve problems if something didn’t The Guelph school, which also has a thriving all- go right, and if you made a mistake, how do you girls class promoting women in tech, has actually account for it? brought in part-time teachers to help meet “There was an opportunity for them to express demand. That’s not the case across the whole themselves and develop self-esteem.” country, however. Stefano Liessi, an independent Liessi recalls one young student being terrified

to enter a competition after he encouraged her to join but she beamed after winning a bronze medal. He is critical of the decisions to cut important programs that benefit young people, suggesting they are a disservice. “It’s taken a toll,” Liessi says. “They’ve lost classes, apprentice programs, and great teachers. “I always say that if you invest in education and health care, everything will take care of itself. If you don’t, you’re going uphill.” Lyle and Ashley are fortunate they can witness their students make the most of their opportunities. “These are great programs if you have a curious mind,” says Ashley. “Knowing how vehicles are made and how they work will benefit you. You can’t purchase those hands-on skills anywhere.” “You watch these students come in, sometimes with little knowledge and they build over the year, with struggles,” adds Lyle. “Then the moment that they sit in the car and turn it on, the look on their faces is incredible.” TD

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Electric Evaluations Andrew Shepherd gives insight on I-CAR’s new courses

While current national EV sales figures are low, the bevy of recent automaker statements to convert all drivetrains to battery-electric or hybrid models suggests a clear path to EV growth.

By Max Reid

ith automakers the world over announcing wide-scale conversions of their fleets to battery-electric vehicles (EVs) and telematics systems becoming nearly commonplace, the collision repair industry is no longer simply on the verge of a technological revolution—we’re in the midst of it. That is why Collision Repair took the time to conduct a phone interview with Andrew Shepherd, executive director of I-CAR Canada, to discuss this fundamental shift in automotive technology and how Canada’s educators are responding to meet these new demands. I-CAR has begun offering a new series of courses focused on emerging technologies, like ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) and EVs, in the effort to better prepare Canada’s techsin-training for what is shaping up to be a new form of automobile altogether. “These are a new couple of courses in a long series of new courses focused on new technology, in particular on ADAS and EVs, offered as a group. They are not required as any foundation, but they are produced as quickly as I-CAR can get the information from the OEs,” said Shepherd. 34

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“They’re 30 minutes long; very focused. They have a quiz at the end, and they deal with how to treat an electric vehicle as soon as it comes into the shop. Before even touching it, assessing it for external damage, dripping fluids, things like that, because the voltage of the battery is so high that there has to be an understanding of how to deal with this right from the start.” Educators across the collision industry are aware of the shifting tides showing a new customer tendency towards battery-electric options, and I-CAR is hoping to meet students right on the frontline of this developing technology, as it is made available, to help propel Canada’s auto industry forward onto the world stage. “We’ve seen a fair number of the OEs announce a total conversion to electric vehicles over the next ten years, and as always in the collision sector, even the first instance of a new technology can be on a collision shop’s doorstep the day after it’s released,” said Shepherd. “Either shops have to give up that business and pass on it and say we can’t do it, or they have to get the learning in place to do it.” According to Shepherd, among the many

unknowns surrounding EVs and their developing repair processes, establishing adequate safety protocols across the board should be the top priority for educators bringing new techs into the industry. “There are a lot of things about damage analysis and repair that have to be learned, but the first thing is safety. Because of the high-voltages of the batteries, these shops absolutely need to know how to even approach the vehicle, before they decide to take the job on,” said Shepherd. He recognizes the apprehension among shop owners to adjust to this shift, but stresses that the choice may soon be made for them, should shops not take the steps to prepare themselves for this new automotive landscape. “Any shop owner who is interested in staying in business doesn’t like to reject any job for whatever reason. They might reject, for example, a Mercedes where they don’t have the equipment required to fix it because there isn’t a Mercedes in everyone’s driveway. But there is an increasing number of EVs, so a shop might reject the first one or two, but they’re going to get on board very quickly to serve [the demand],” said Shepherd.

Luckily, as a leader for apprentices in the industry, Shepherd has taken note of an increasing enthusiasm for these emerging technologies among students entering the field and is hoping that this will be the beginning of a new public perception of the autobody industry. “I would say that most of the people who go

The results speak for themselves, as technicians with skills geared toward ADAS and EVs are quickly becoming sought-after specialists in the industry. “You’re seeing the more progressive shops right now hiring people specifically for calibration, or fault analysis, or computer scanning, for example,” said Shepherd.

The numbers are one, two, three percent at this point. But the clear signal of the future is the OE’s statement that they are going to convert all of their drivetrains to battery-electric or a hybrid. So, the path is very clear; how soon they are going to get here is another question. And unlike a lot of the ADAS

“THESE ARE A NEW COUPLE OF COURSES IN A LONG SERIES OF NEW COURSES FOCUSED ON N E W T E C H N O L O G Y, I N P A R T I C U L A R O N A D A S A N D E V S , O F F E R E D A S A G R O U P. T H E Y A R E N O T R E Q U I R E D A S A N Y F O U N D AT I O N , B U T T H E Y A R E P R O D U C E D A S Q U I C K LY A S I - C A R C A N G E T T H E I N F O R M AT I O N F R O M T H E O E S , ” A N D R E W S H E P H E R D , D I R E C T O R , I - C A R C A N A D A into, for example, an apprenticeship in collision repair or paint, are car enthusiasts and certainly those people are more digitally familiar, digitally competent than the people training them. I do think that there is a natural bent of new students toward [new technologies].” Shepherd continued, “I think we have yet to start targeting people in other pursuits to join the collision industry because of the digital revolution. I think apprentices are a bit surprised how up-to-date the collision industry is—clean and digital. But they’re not selling automotive apprenticeships as a computer business yet.”

“All of these trends are pushing shops towards being learning organizations...shops will thrive when they are able to train every day for new technologies.” On the consumer end of things, the path has yet to be paved, however, as apart from in provinces like Quebec and British Columbia where the incentives for driving an EV are more abundant, the electric option has yet to take hold a mainstream vehicle for drivers in much of the country. Regarding current national EV sales figures, Shepherd said, “The numbers are low.

technologies, the EV doesn’t require massive changes in space or in equipment. All it requires is training, so it’s a fairly easy process for shops to get ready for those EVs that are going to start to come in.” The question for Shepherd and I-CAR now is no longer if the industry can get ahead of this technology, but how quickly can it catch up. “It’s not even an impending shift; it’s the shift we’re in the middle of, towards data-driven vehicles, telemetry, ADAS, battery powered, et cetera. This is a fairly long-term and fundamental shift.” TD

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Reflect, React and Repeat OARA representatives talk informed, ‘disciplined’ buying decisions

By Allison Rogers

ith salvage in such short supply and buyers vying for any vehicle they can get their hands on; the role of the educated and disciplined buyer has never been more important. During a May 2021 Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) virtual training session, led by Rob Rainwater of Profit Team Consulting, Marty Hollingshead, Shan McMillon, Dalbert Livingstone and Stuart Ady discussed the current state of the Canadian and U.S. salvage

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markets, sharing the skills they’ve found helpful in navigating the so-called new normal. Like many other Canadian recyclers, Dalbert Livingstone, owner of Charlottetown, P.E.I.’s Island Auto Supply says he’s been forced to expand his horizons in the face of supply concerns. “We’re looking at a broader range now. I’m buying cars in Ontario and Quebec as opposed to just the Maritime provinces now. You have to bid on more cars to win—it’s bidding to the masses,” he told the panel. “And, with the price of

“ I F W E D O N ’ T P AY M O R E , WE DON’T GET THE S A LV A G E . ” – S T U A R T A D Y, OWNER OF ERNIE’S U S E D AU T O PA RT S

Rob Rainwater, Shan McMillon, Marty Hollingshead, Dalbert Livingstone and Stuart Ady discussed the current state of the Canadian and U.S. salvage markets during OARA’s spring webinar sessions, sharing the skills they’ve found helpful in navigating the so-called new normal.

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salvage, you really only get a few pieces of value you’re getting out of the part, turning a profit and a by-product of what we do. If you factor all of that moving on to the next piece.” in there, you’re almost definitely going to pay too in every auction.” While the panel agreed it is in the buyer’s best much for the vehicle.” “If we don’t pay more, we don’t get the salvage,” “I’m in the same boat,” agreed Livingstone. Ady, owner of Ernie’s Used Auto Parts in Castlegar, interest to make educated, reasonable bids, there is a way of taking such a concept too far. “Though factoring those prices in did help me buy B.C., concurred. For Hollingshead, owner of Indiana, U.S.-based “How important are the commodities now?” more end-of-life off the street because I knew that Northlake Auto Recyclers, the key to navigating asked Rainwater. “If you’re going to bid on a late- cat’ was bringing in $250 to $300. A lot of these the market and securing the right write-offs lays in model Ford pickup, are you understanding what vehicles wouldn’t pass their inspection, so I was ensuring you understand the value of what you’re picking up a lot more of those with higher bids.” you have in core commodities and factoring the looking to buy and sticking to your guns. “I always consider scrap metal, catalytic value into the bid?” “You have to be an educated and disciplined All panellists came to an agreement on the converters and all that as a sort of bonus—we buyer,” cautioned Hollingshead. “There’s no point Rainwater’s question. didn’t include it in the bid. Though, catalytic in buying if, three or six months later you find you “You shouldn’t factor that in,” said Hollingshead. converters are kind of slipping into that number,” didn’t make any money on the buy. You need to be “For a full-service, late model recycler, core scrap is laughed Ady. TD knowledgeable and informed about what you’re buying—just because you win the car doesn’t mean you’ll make money on it.” “The keyword there is discipline,” said Rainwater. “Don’t panic, don’t overbid—be disciplined in your thoughts and believe in your data, your metrics and what you’ve looked for in your numbers.” Ady his team has taken note of such strategies. “When it comes to salvage, we have to pay more, but we need to stay dialled in and know exactly what part is going to turn over faster. Sometimes you just have to concentrate on what

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An Uncertain Path, an Uncertain Future The question of OEM Certifications

By Maddy Kylie

he automotive industry is an industry like no other. Ripe with innovation and backed by some of the world’s greatest minds, it is a landscape that is constantly evolving. Over the past few years, the industry has made some of the biggest changes yet—cue electric and autonomous vehicles. This boom in technologically advanced vehicles has made following OEM Repair Procedures more important than ever and, along with it, OEM Certification programs have taken off. In the eyes of Leanne Jefferies from Certified Collision Care, which manages and administers OEM Certifications for 11 vehicle brands in Canada, there are many benefits to achieving OEM certifications. “Shops can qualify for multiple OEM certifications with the same tools, equipment and training, eliminating redundancy and making the process affordable and efficient. The certification requirements reflect what is needed to properly and safely repair vehicles.” William Monteith, general manager of Barrie, Ontario’s CSN Zenetec Collision, which touts 15 OEM certifications says the main benefits of getting OEM certified is the first-hand knowledge and training “that you just can’t get anywhere else.”

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Adding that OEM certifications, gives the repairers peace of mind knowing that each vehicle is being fixed properly. “It’s great support for the technicians to see exactly where you’re supposed to join panels, where to weld, how many welds, and the materials to use when welding and what equipment to use. So, it’s very specific and it’s very well put together and the overall quality of repair at the end of it, is the best.” Similarly, Lorenzo D’Alessandro, owner of four shops in the GTA, CSN 427 Auto, Avenue, CSN Heartland and Mercedes-Benz 427 Auto, says it’s very important that the vehicles coming into their shops “are being fixed the way they were designed to be fixed.” Obtaining OEM certifications is also a great way to gain exposure. “OEM Certified shops gain access to valuable marketing tools. This includes signage for their office, and OEM certified logos that can be displayed on their websites, business cards, marketing materials, social media and advertisements. Shops can promote their credentials in their community, with fleet accounts, insurance brokers, insurance partners and their customer base,” says Jefferies

Andrew Shepherd says, contrary to popular belief, obtaining OEM certifications doesn’t necessarily mean an increase in customers.

Leanne Jeffries, vice president for Assured Performance Network’s Certified Collision Care sees many benefits to OEM certifications.

Despite the cost of obtaining OEM certs, CSN Zenetec—which touts 15 approvals—feels its necessary to stay ahead of the curve.

Adding that OEMs refer consumers to certified shops through their online shop locators, roadside assistance services, and through dealer referrals. Some insurers also take OEM certifications into consideration when referring customers to a shop. As with any endeavour, it’s not all sunshine and roses. While OEM Certifications boast a host of benefits, Andrew Shepard, senior director, Industry Programs; Executive Director, I-CAR Canada says contrary to popular belief, obtaining OEM certifications doesn’t necessarily mean an increase in customers. “I haven’t seen any evidence yet that [OEM certifications] lead to an increase in volume for the shop participating in said programs.” He says while there are a lot of benefits to becoming an OEM certified shop, the equipment requirements can be a bit tricky to navigate. “It’s relatively easy for shops to participate, except where the OEs require substantially different equipment,” he said. “Certain OEMs, such as Volkswagen, require one of two brands of welders and then a shop that already has half a dozen welders would have to go out and add two more.” Having to purchase OE-specialized equipment for certain brands, on top of training and annual renewal fees, can add up quickly. D’Alessandro says OEM certified shops will spend up to 30 to 40 thousand a year on training for each OEM certification they obtain and about 250 thousand on equipment.

Lorenzo D’Alessandro, owner of several GTA-based CSN collision centres, says shops will soon have “no choice” but to be OEM certified.

Similarly, Monteith says OEM certifications are a massive investment. “It’s hard to put out the money that the OEs require— for as many brands as we have— for it to make sense. We do lots of volume, so we can but it’s still a huge investment. I’ve got a line on my P&L for certification training and equipment and it’s become a cost centre in itself,” said Monteith. But with more and more electric and autonomous vehicles on the way, getting OEM certified might be the new norm—like it or not. Certification continues to gain momentum in Canada. Most OEMs now have a certification program with over 20 percent of shops participating in one or more programs, says Jefferies. “This movement towards certification has increased the technical capability of the industry, providing benefits to all stakeholders, and ensuring consumer safety is protected.” D’Alessandro says soon vehicles will become so technologically advanced that shops will have “no choice” but to become OEM certified. CSN Zenetec also continues to obtain OEM certifications, despite the cost because they want to stay ahead of the curve and prepare for the future. Sheppard urges shops to do what’s best for them, if that means getting OEM certified then they should do it, if not, they should look at other options. “If there is an ROI pursue it.” TD

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OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

HONDA/ ACURA

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 year

through ProFirst

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

5 years *or posses verifiable credit rating and service history

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • Facility must employ provincially registered (licensed) collision repair technicians at all times, meeting all provincial requirements • Facility must subscribe to current OEM repair procedures and have the ability to provide documented proof of compliance Must utilize a fram rack or dedicated/ universal fixture bench, with appropriate vehicle anchoring and pulling capabilities • Utilize an electronic three dimensional measuring system and maintain a current data subscription for measuring system and provide proof of technical training to operate system • Completed I-CAR WCS03 • Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Certification • Proof of training in Silicon Bronze MIG brazing or completed I- CAR BRZ02 • MIG brazing course

AUTOMAKER

FORD

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 year

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WEBSITE

Yes *or Assured Performance Training & Skills Matrix

• Plaque verifying status as a Certified ProFirst Collision Repair Facility • Access to the ProFirst Certified logo for advertising purposes

getprofirstcertified.ca

• Utilize a frame rack or dedicated/universal fixture bench with hydraulic equipment capable of making simultaneous, multiple body and/ or structural pulls as necessary. A floor rail or rack mounted four (4) point anchoring system capable of holding a vehicle stationary is acceptable, however anchoring with floor pots is not acceptable • Universal fixture/jig holding system required. (System must be capable of building fixtures or jigs to secure replacement structural components, welding and proper fitment of body panels during the repair process) • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Squeeze-type resistance spot welder (STRSW) with shunt clamp, and an assortment of spot welder attachment arms including: wheel arch, long reach arms. STRSW with >10,500 amp >400 kgf (882 lbf) clamp force • Parts carts must be utilized for all repairs. No storage of parts are permitting inside customer vehicles • Must utilize an electronic three-dimensional vehicle measuring system, and maintain a current data subscription for measuring system • Have a spray booth with forced drying capabilities • Utilize an OEM approved refinishing system and provide proof of product training for the refinishing system being utilized

5 years *or possess verifiable credit rating and service history

• Facility must employ provincially registered (licensed) collision repair technicians at all times, meeting all provincial requirements • Facility must subscribe to current OEM repair procedures and have the ability to provide documented proof of compliance • Must utilize a frame rack or dedicated/ universal fixture bench, with appropriate vehicle anchoring and pulling capabilities • Utilize an electronic three-dimensional measuring system; maintain a current data subscription for measuring system and provide proof of technical training to operate system • Have completed I-CAR WCS03 • Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Certification • Have proof of training in Silicon Bronze MIG brazing or completed I-CAR BRZ02 • MIG brazing course

MARKETING BENEFITS

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes *or Assured Performance Training & Skills Matrix

MARKETING BENEFITS • Official signage/ plaque verifying status as a Ford Certified Bodyshop • Listing on Ford’s online shop locator, with personalized micro-site and link to your website • Access to brochures and marketing collateral Ford says will help draw more customers to your door

WEBSITE

certifiedcollisioncare. ca/canada

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Have a 220 Volt, 3-Phase Inverter-Type (or functionally equivalent Hybrid) • Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (STRSW) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force and 10,000 amps of current at the electrodes • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Have a work separation system that isolates aluminum vehicles from vehicles undergoing steel repairs • 220v Pulse MIG welder specifically for aluminum vehicles •U tilize a SPR (Self Piercing Rivet) gun approved by or meeting manufacturer equivalent specifications (only the Chief, Henrob and Pro Spot are approved for Ford)

OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

NISSAN

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

CERTIFICATION TERM

13 months

5 years *or possess verifiable credit rating or service history

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

LEXUS

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 year

getnissancertified.ca

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Apply for more information

AUTOMAKER

WEBSITE

• Official Nissan Certified sign for you to display in your customer reception area • Official Nissan Certified logo for you to display on your website and marketing materials • Special press release issued to your local media outlets announcing your new official Nissan Certification Listing on the online shop locator, directing consumers and insurers to your collision repair facility

Yes

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

MARKETING BENEFITS

Apply for more information YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

5 years *or possess verifiable credit rating and service history *Independent repair facilities must be sponsored by their local Lexus dealer. Click here to view the Lexus Certified Collision Centre Program Sponsorship and Participation Agreement

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • Facility must employ provincially registered (licensed) collision repair technicians at all times, meeting all provincial requirements • Facility must subscribe to current OEM repair procedures and have the ability to provide documented proof of compliance • Must utilize a frame rack or dedicated/ universal fixture bench, with appropriate vehicle anchoring and pulling capabilities • Utilize an electronic three-dimensional measuring system; maintain a current data subscription for measuring system and provide proof of technical training to operate system • Completed I-CAR WCS03 • Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Certification • Have proof of training in Silicon Bronze MIG brazing or completed I-CAR BRZ02 • MIG brazing course

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

MARKETING BENEFITS

WEBSITE

Yes *or Assured Performance Training & Skills Matrix, or ASE Blue Seal

• Official Lexus Certified sign for you to display in your guest reception area and at sponsoring dealership. • Official Lexus Certified logo for you to display on your website and marketing materials. • Special press release issued to your local media outlets announcing your new official Lexus Certification. Listing on the online shop locator, directing consumers and insurers to your collision repair facility.

getlexuscertified.ca/ getCertifiedProgram/Get_ canada_lexus_certified/en

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Have a 220 Volt, 3-Phase Inverter-Type (or functionally equivalent Hybrid) • Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (STRSW) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force and 10,000 amps of current at the electrodes • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Have a pulse MIG welder with silicon-bronze MIG brazing capabilities • Have a Toyota Factory Scan Tool (Toyota Tech System) • Must have one computer per four (4) techs located in shop, with access to internet and printing capabilities • Must have parts carts and not store any parts inside customer vehices

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OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

AUDI

CERTIFICATION TERM

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

2 years

5 years

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • Must be certified in Audi all model program before enrollment in the aluminum program • Minimum 90 percent OEM parts commitment

AUTOMAKER

TOYOTA

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 year

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• Certification plaque and banners

Yes

WEBSITE

tesla.com/en_CA/support/ body-shop-support

• Audi Aluminum approved welders (Fornius, Migatronic)

5 years *or possess verifiable credit rating and service history *Independent repair facilities must be sponsored by their local Toyota dealer

• Facility must employ provincially registered (licensed) collision repair technicians at all times, meeting all provincial requirements • Facility must subscribe to current OEM repair procedures and have the ability to provide documented proof of compliance • Must utilize a fram rack or dedicated/ universal fixture bench, with appropriate vehicle anchoring and pulling capabilities • Utilize an electronic three-dimensional measuring system; maintain a current data subscription for measuring system and provide proof of technical training to operate system • Have completed I-CAR WCS03 • Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Certification • Have proof of training in Silicon Bronze MIG brazing or completed I-CAR BRZ02 • MIG brazing course • Have a spray booth with forced drying • Utilize an OEM approved refinishing system • Have proof of training in Silicon Bronze

MARKETING BENEFITS

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

MARKETING BENEFITS

Yes *or Assured Performance Training & Skills Matrix, or ASE Blue Seal

• Official Toyota Certified sign for you to display in your customer reception area and at sponsoring dealership. • Official Toyota Certified logo for you to display on your website and marketing materials. • Special press release issued to your local media outlets announcing your new official Toyota Certification. Listing on the online shop locator, directing consumers and insurers to your collision repair facility

WEBSITE

gettoyotacertified.ca

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Have a 220 Volt, 3-Phase Inverter-Type (or functionaly equipvalent Gybrid) • Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (STRSW) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force and 10,000 amps of current at the electrodes • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion •H ave a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire and pulling attachments • Have a pulse MIG welder with silicon-bronze MIG brazing capabiltiies • Must have a Toyota Factory Scan Tool (Toyota Tech Stream) • Must have part carts and not store any parts inside customer vehicles

OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

CHRYSLER

CERTIFICATION TERM

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

1 year

5 years

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes *or equivalent with proof of ongoing technical training (assessment required)

MARKETING BENEFITS • Official signage and branding • Listing on multiple online OEM shop locators, linked directly from the OEM’s websites • Access to program designed to assist bodyshops in earning “5 Star Status”

WEBSITE

certifiedcollisioncare. ca/canada/affiliates

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must subscribe to current OEM repair procedures • Utilize a frame rack or dedicated/ universal fixture bench, with appropriate vehicle anchoring and pulling capabilities • Utilize an electronic three-dimensional vehicle measuring system and a current data subscription for system • Have the ability to remove, replace and reinstall steering and suspension components, as well asengine and drivetrain units • Have the ability to perform pre and post repair vehicle diagnostic scans and proof of calibrations • Have a spray booth with forced drying capabilties and an OEM-approved refinishing system • Provide proof of product training for the refinishing system being utilized • Have an above-ground lift capability of 7,000 lbs • Utilize a pressure-feed, anti-corrosion compound and application equipment

• Have a 220 Volt, 3-phase inverter-type (or functionally equivalent Hybrid)•Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (STRSW) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force and 10,000 amps of current at the electrodes • Have a 220-volt MIG/MAG welder for steel fusion • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contain a stud welder, stud pins and washes, wiggle wire and pulling attachments • Have completed I-CAR WCS03 • Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Certification • Have a MIG welder with silicon-bronze MIG brazing capabilities • Utilize a 220v Pulse MIG welder specifically for aluminum vehicles • Utilize a dent extraction system specifically designed for aluminum that contains an aluminum stud welder, heat gun, pyrometer, aluminum hammers, and dent extraction system • A specialized aluminum SPR (Self Piercing Rivet) gun approved by the Ford Paint and Body Technical Center – currently only the Chief, Henrob and Pro Spot SPR riveters are approved • An Immersion-Type, Wet Mix dust extraction system or pneumatic (air operated) vacuum system dedicated to aluminum dust • The system can be portable or centrally installed system

AUTOMAKER

TESLA

CERTIFICATION TERM

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

2 years

N/A

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • Have all required licenses and permits, and operate in accordance with all local and federal regulations • Have current subscriptions to, and be proficient in the use of, computer based P • Page estimating systems with digital imaging and electronic estimate transfer capability • Demonstrate ongoing industry relevant training (certificates) for management, administration and production personnel • Have the ability to hoist a vehicle for inspection • Have the ability to complete and verify four-wheel alignment through computer printout • Offer a written limited lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship • Have the ability to remove and replace suspension components, wire harnesses, cooling system components, and supplemental restraint system (SRS) components in-house • Have the ability to remove and install High Voltage batteries and drive motors in-house • Have the ability to evacuate, reclaim, and recharge vehicle air conditioning systems using EPA compliant in-house equipment and certified technicians.• Utilize Tesla “Toolbox” software as necessary to complete required Toolbox diagnostic work in-house • Have a documented on-going system for measuring, tracking, and reporting customer satisfaction.

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

N/A

MARKETING BENEFITS • Official OEM certified signage, logos, website • OEM referrals and shop placement on online shop locator

WEBSITE

service.teslamotors.com

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Tesla-approved frame bench, EVO anchoring system, electronic measuring system, MIG/MAG welders, Squeeze • Type resistance spot welder (STRS), blind rivet gun • Aluminum dent repair station for repairing (versus replacing) external body panels • Must have at least one downdraft paint booth capable of bake operations

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OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

PORSCHE

CERTIFICATION TERM

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

1 Year

5 Years

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

INFINITI

CERTIFICATION TERM

WEBSITE

porschecollisioncentre.ca

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Approved Benches: Celette & Car-O-Liner. Only VAS factory approved RSW Spot welder •R esistance Spot Welder: Elmatech MIDIspot QSVM 9000, Elmatech MIDIspot QSVM 12000, Elektron MULTISPOT MI-100control or VAS 6545, Tecna Spot 3664 SMART, Tecna Spot 3664 SMART PLUS or VAS 6530, Wielander & Schill InvertaSpot GT or VAS 6545

• Minimum 90% OEM parts

AUTOMAKER

• OEM certified signage, logos, website

Yes

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

MARKETING BENEFITS

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

1 Year

5 Years

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • The shop must be sponsored by their local INFINITI retailer • ICAR Training Course NI003E01 – INFINITI Repair Considerations • Sponsored INFINITI Certified Collision Repair Centres must to agree to provide reporting in order to become INFINITI Certified

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes

MARKETING BENEFITS

WEBSITE

• Official INFINITI Certified sign for you to display in your customer reception area • Official INFINITI Certified logo for you to display on your website and marketing materials • Special press release issued to your local media outlets announcing your new official INFINITI Certification • Listing on the online shop locator, directing consumers and insurers to your collision repair facility • Ongoing business development process and feedback to ensure your shop achieves certification, and continues to have what it takes to properly repair the new generation of INFINITI vehicles

getinfiniticertified.ca/ getCertifiedProgram/Get_ canada_infiniti_certified/en

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Apply for more information

NOTE: The information provided in this list comes from information released from various official sources. Where contradictory information exists, Media Matters has made a good faith effort to provide the most up-to-date information, but cannot guarantee accuracy. Information on certifications may change at the discretion of the certifying OEM. Collision Repair magazine strongly suggests contacting the OEM or the OEM rep to determine the most accurate and updated information. 44

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OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

VOLKSWAGEN

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 Year

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

5 Years

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes

MARKETING BENEFITS

WEBSITE

• Distinction as an OEM affiliated facility • Eligible customers receive complimentary towing to your Volkswagen Certified Collision Repair Facility through Volkswagen Roadside Assistance • Use of Volkswagen and Volkswagen CCRF marketing materials • Marketing to customers as a Volkswagen Certified Collision Repair Facility • Repairs are completed in accordance with Volkswagen standards and specifications • Easy access to Volkswagen OEM standards and recommended repair procedures • Access to OEMauthorized, and I-CAR® accepted, technical training at the Volkswagen Collision Training at the Volkswagen Academy in Ashburn, VA • Dedicated customer-facing website explaining the Volkswagen Certified Collision Repair Facility program features and benefits

vwserviceandparts.com/ vw-collision-repair/

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Facility must utilize a VWoA approved paint supplier • Facility must have a trained estimator employed and on-site during all business hours. • Facility must have a receptionist onsite during all business hours. • Facility must appoint someone who is responsible for resolving all customer complaints within 48 hours of receipt • The facilities premises must be kept reasonably clean and be well maintained. • The facility must have an on-site working media player and monitor for DVDs, CDs etc. in order to access and use training materials and other repair systems. • The facility must agree to use the Volkswagen logo in accordance with strict Volkswagen marketing guidelines. • The facility must have a clean, well-lit vehicle customer delivery area (or delivered at dealer). • The facility must have at least one work stall with a working hoist • The facility must have a dedicated paint mixing room with extraction available (air sinking speed should be 0.2 m/s (air change)). • The facility must have a fully enclosed downdraft paint spray booth dedicated for painting. • The facility must have a well-maintained service write-up desk and/or estimator workstation. • The facility must have a vehicle wash area • Vehicles awaiting repair must be assigned to secure area away from customer facing or parking facilities • The facility must be well lit

Downdraft Paint Spray Booth Facility must have a Downdraft Paint Spray booth that meets a minimum specification of: • Equipment to be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the BOCA Building and Materials Codes, NFPA 33 and 70, OSHA and all applicable local, state, and federal codes • Lighting to be an adequate minimum foot candles at center of booth and have upper and corner color-corrected fluorescent lamps (DPC discretion and approval) • Air handling and heating requirements – Exhaust system to be capable of 125 ft/min measured at the face of the vehicle shell, and up to a minimum of 19,000 CFM. Heat supply system with direct-fired burners with a minimum 1.5 MTBU capacity Inverter Welder The facility must have at least one of the five approved Inverter Welders, meeting Volkswagen AG hardware and software specifications/programs and purchased through an approved VWoA supplier: • VAS 6535 – Elektron Resistance Inverter Spot Welder • VAS 6545A • Wielander & Schill Resistance Inverter Spot Welder • VAS 6530A • Techna Resistance Inverter Welder • VAS 6530 • Techna Resistance Inverter Welder • VAS 6755 • Car-O-liner Inverter Welder, either 208 and 460 Volt • VAS 821101 – GYS Resistance Spot Welder All welder orders must be placed through Snap-On Equipment Solutions. Frame Rack and Alignment System. The Facility must have one of the three approved Bench Alignment Systems: • SVN.05.3112 Sevenne Composition (includes Griffon or Griffon XL) • VAS 6527 Car-O-Liner—Professional Measuring and Alignment System • VAS 6528 Car-O-Liner—Professional Plus Measuring and Alignment System The facility must have a current year certification (within 12 months), and upon annual recertification, a compliance certificate from the Bench manufacturer. A copy of the certificate must be given to the auditor. If the shop has a Car-O-Liner System, the items below do not apply: • MZ+ Set (2500.000) - Straightening Bracket Set (2550.510) • Supplement for Portal Gauge System (2550.810) • Set of 6 Crossmembers (955.9602) • Set of 22 MZ Towers and 4 Plates (MZ450.905) • MZ Towers Storage Trolley (MZ450.905) • Universal Side Body Base (9113.063) • Multi-Functional Support (9121.523) • 4-Ton Super Hydraulic Kit (SC40014) • Pulling Flange (ATD.149) • Kit for Flange ATD.149 (ATD.01.149) • 2 Pulling Straps (SN99.00) • Pulling Accessory, Automatic 50mm (ATD.165) • Pulley Block (ATD.01.801) • Double Holding Device (VAG 1438) • Kit for Multiple Pulling (CSK15.111) • Pulling Set (CAT.500) • Trolley for Damaged Vehicles (ROLL.100) T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

BMW

CERTIFICATION TERM

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

1 Year

N/A

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N No

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

KIA

CERTIFICATION TERM

5 Years

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • In business for a minimum of (5) years or verifiable credit rating and service history • Have current Garage Keepers liability insurance with a minimum of $1 Million policy limit • No felony convictions by ownership or management • A preferred rental car provider or complimentary customer transportation • Customer Satisfaction Rating (CSI) service that is measured by a third-party service provider • A Limited Lifetime Warranty on completed repairs • A current subscription or use-access to OEM repair procedures for all applicable year, make, model vehicles to be repaired • The capability to provide complete repair documentation with corresponding proof of compliance to OEM repair procedures where applicable and all historical information is safeguarded electronically • A data-driven estimating system with Assured Performance dataMANAGER connected for reporting • A predelivery cleaning process for all vehicle interiors and exteriors • An adequately maintained customer parking area that is well-lit • A clean & well-maintained customer reception, waiting and estimating area with convenient customer restrooms • Adequately illuminated work areas for repairing, refinishing and detailing vehicles including inside of spraybooth • A data privacy policy, available to your customers, that outlines the protections provided for their personally identifiable information (PII) • Proof of on-going technical training, specific to new automobile years, makes, and models, for all technical staff • Proof of training or certification in silicon-bronze MIG brazing • Certificate of EPA Section 609 compliance for refrigerant recovery • Proof of training to operate the threedimensional measuring equipment being utilized • Proof of product training from the OEM approved paint manufacturer being utilized 46

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bmw.ca/bmw/repair

Info will be released to shops with a LOI

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

1 Year

N/A

WEBSITE

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Info will be released to shops with a LOI Minimum 95% OEM Parts

AUTOMAKER

MARKETING BENEFITS

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes

MARKETING BENEFITS • Official Signage • RepairDOC Procedure Usage & Compliance Limit liability exposure and assist your shop’s technicians in properly documenting OEM Repair Procedures, ensuring compliancy for each repair • Multiple OEM Recognition Multiline collision repair centers may also be eligible for official Recognition by other OEMs that leverage the same requirements & Recognition process, saving you thousands.

WEBSITE

certifymyshop.com/ kia/dealership

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • An electronic 3D measuring system for structural diagnostics,correction, and documentation • Current data subscription for three-dimensional measuring system • A frame rack or bench system capable of producing body and structural pulls • Celette fixture bench (GT-R only) • 4 Point vehicle anchoring or fixturing capability for cars and light trucks • 220v 3-Phase, Inverter-Type Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (or equivalent) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force and 10,000 amps of current at the electrodes • 220v (208-240) GMAW MAG Welder for Steel with 140 Amp or greater output (180 Amp preferred) • 220v (208-240) Silicon Bronze GMAW for MIG Brazing Pulse capable MIG w/Synergic Adjustment & non-pulse setting with 200 Amp output capability • R134a and R1234yf refrigerant recovery/recycling system or proof of qualified sublet A/C service provider • Above ground lift with a lift capability of at least 7000 lbs. • Capability to perform and verify four-wheel alignment either in-house or through a sublet provider • The capability to remove, replace, and reinstall steering and suspension components, as well as engine and drive train units (inhouse or through a qualified sublet) • Perform pre and post repair diagnostic vehicle scans on all vehicles as required by the vehicle manufacturer and retain proof of ALL post repair diagnostic scan results and calibrations performed as required by vehicle manufacturer (in-house or through a qualified sublet) • OEM approved refinishing system (paint mix room) • A spray enclosure (paint booth) with forced drying capabilities • Pressure-feed corrosion protection material application equipment with wand attachments for applying anti-corrosion materials inside body cavities with a 360-degree spray pattern

OEM CERTIFICATIONS AUTOMAKER

GENERAL MOTORS

CERTIFICATION TERM

1 year

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

5 years *or possess a verifiable credit rating and service history

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes

NEW

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS • Dedicated aluminum work area • Subscribe to Mitchell Cloud Estimating (which includes GM Service information) and provide documented proof of compliance • Utilize a GM approved reinishing system and provide proof of training • Compliance with local regulations for storage, mixing and application of approved GM refinishing system • Utilize an Mil thickness gauge for plasticsubstrates

AUTOMAKER

CERTIFICATION TERM

HYUNDAI NEW

1 year

• Recognition as a facility that meets or exceeds GM’s collision repair requirements • Access to an engaged network of collision facilities focused on proper and safe repair • Access to integrated estimating and repair solutions • Cloud-based documentation available to all stakeholders

mitchell.com/ products-services/

• Frame Aligning Equipment / Fixture Bench / Frame Rack capable of supporting 7,000 lbs (four holding points minimum for frame rack) • 3D electronic measuring system with current software subscription • Porta Power Set, 4 ton • Pulling Equipment, minimum two towers with 10-ton capability each • Tram Tracking Gauge (Metric scale required) • Aluminum MIG Welder (208V-240V Pulse Synergic MIG Welder, 200 Amp output capability) • Shielding gases (Steel Welding • AR/CO2 80/20% mix, MIG Braze - Ar 100%, Aluminum MIG - Ar 100%) • Designated equipment to perform test welds/destructive tests • MIG Brazing Welder • MIG/MAG weld equipment • Shunting Clamp • Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) Equipment • Rivet gun for setting structural blind rivets

5 years *or possess a verifiable credit rating and service history

• Proof of Steel GMA (MIG/MAG) Welding Certification from recognized industry source, current certificate • Must employ Provincially registered (licensed) collision repair technicians at all times, meeting all provincial requirements

WEBSITE

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

YEARS IN OPERATION REQUIRED

BODY REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

MARKETING BENEFITS

I-CAR GOLD REQUIRED? Y/N

Yes *or Assured Performance Training & Skills Matrix

MARKETING BENEFITS

WEBSITE

• Official signage designating status as a Hyundai certified collision repair centre

certifiedcollisioncare.ca/ canada/affiliatess

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS • Utilize a frame rack or dedicated/universal fixture bench with hydraulic equipment capable of making simultaneous, multiple body and/ or structural pulls as necessary. A floor rail or rack mounted four (4) point anchoring system capable of holding a vehicle stationary is acceptable, however anchoring with floor pots is not acceptable • Have a dent removal/pulling system for steel panels that contains a stud welder, stud pins and washers, wiggle wire, and pulling attachments • Have a 220 Volt, 3-phase Inverter Type (or functionally equivalent Hybrid) - Squeeze-type Resistance Spot Welder (STRSW) capable of producing a minimum of 600 lbf (270 daN) of clamping force of 10,000 amps of current at electrodes • Must utilize an electronic three-dimensional vehicle measuring system, and maintain a current data subscription for measuring system • Have an OEM approved refinishing system and provide proof for system being used T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Open for Business In some parts of Canada, hiring is no longer easy as 1-2-3 By Bianca Mazziotti

ith the seemingly ever-present skills shortage looming over the industry, Canadian collision centres have been getting creative in attracting new staff to their businesses post-pandemic.

1 . A L B E R TA Although Canada’s automotive industry has been having difficulty hiring people, not all hope is lost. With provinces opening more, Fadi Smaidi, the CEO of SkillsTrader, a skilled trade hiring company, says that Ontario and Alberta are better off than the rest of the country when it comes to new talent. “There’s some markets that are more active than others, economies that have reopened earlier have obviously seen a big jump in rehiring, like Ontario for example, who’s just recently opened,” said Smaidi. “The body shops are not as full as they want to be, but the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) has the highest number of enrollments ever. There is clearly more interest in automotive in Alberta.” SkillsTrader has more technicians looking than there are jobs available, which means that a large part of the reason some shops are struggling to get more talent is because they aren’t advertising enough and letting people know that they are wanting to take apprentices on. “Not only do they have to let the Universities and the trade schools in their area know that they are open to taking apprentices, but they also have to be better at marketing themselves,” said Smaidi. “So, using social media to promote who they are and what kind of shop that they have will go a long way when it comes to getting apprentices and new hires.” Carlaw says that for apprentices looking to get into the trade, it is worth going to a place that may pay less in the beginning, if it means they will be trained and develop a higher skillset to make more money later. “I would say that you should just try to get experience first. If a kid is trying to get into the trade, just get your foot in the door and start in the detail department and show them that you want to be in the trade in the first place,” said Carlaw. “Then pick a shop that you feel is progressive, that can teach you things and is willing to invest time to train you.”

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2. BRITISH COLUMBIA The skills shortage situation is just as dire on Canada’s Pacific coast, according to British Columbian statistics. “I can say that in the last 10-or-so years I’ve been recruiting, I’ve never seen it to be this competitive,” said Wong, a B.C. businessowner. “When we post the job, we’re getting very low response rates,” Wong said. “You know, where pre-COVID, we might see 50 to 60 applicants for one job, (now) we’ll be lucky to see 10.” Of note, however, is the Pacific coast is the revival of B.C.’s compulsory trades program earlier this year. Cancelled in 2003, the provincial government has re-launched the mandatory skilled trades certification system, which will allow the province to offer more stable and high-paying jobs to skilled trades workers, according to the government. The certification system will be in phases, and the first phase will start with the 10 jobs that are the most in need of workers, this includes autobody and collision technician, automatic technician, heavy-duty equipment technician, gas-fitter, steamfitter and pipefitter, sheet metal worker, electrician, powerline electrician, industrial electrician, and refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic.

3 . O N TA R I O Corey Carlaw, the owner of CSN Carlaw Collision in Peterborough, Ontario, knows all too well that it’s important to help apprentices as much as possible and give them something to reach for. “We want to put someone on an apprenticeship basically immediately when they get here,” said Carlaw. “There’s a few reasons for that, number one, we’re trying to get people interested in the trade and stay into it in the long run. Then, offering them the opportunity of the apprenticeship gives them a goal to work towards.” Not only did COVID-19 slow down hiring opportunities, but Carlaw believes that students are now leaning more towards jobs that allow them to work from home, which means the automotive industry is looking less appealing to the newer generations. To top it all off, Carlaw says that the long, and arduous process to get into the trade is turning potential automotive workers away. “It’s difficult to get into the automotive industry because people have to really want it to go through the long process to get a job. It’s not easy, and it’s not accessible for people,” said Carlaw.

4 . P R I N C E E D W A R D I S L A N D At CSN Koughan Auto Body on Prince Edward Island, Sam Koughan says they’ve gotten quite creative to reach the youth to inspire a career path in the rewarding collision repair trade. “On Prince Edward Island it’s awful trying to get apprentices. We’re taking kids from high school through a work program, and then we try if we can invest in them through training and try to get them into the trade that way,” he said. Koughan said one of the reasons there are less and less people getting into the trade simply comes down to people not being educated and informed about the automotive industry and all the opportunities it can bring. “It comes down to just the lack of awareness. A lot of high school kids don’t even realize that this can be an option as a career,” said Koughan.

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VACANT

“ T H E R E I S C L E A R LY MORE INTEREST IN A U T O M O T I V E I N A L B E R TA . ” – FA D I S M A I D I , C E O O F SKILLSTRADER

WE ARE

HIRING T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Shaken and Stirred The scoop on Ontario’s new towing regulations

By Max Reid

his past year has shaken the Ontario towing industry to its very foundations, and we aren’t even talking about COVID. Widespread corruption, on the part of Ontario police departments at both the municipal and provincial level, as well as within the towing

industry in the Greater Toronto Area, by assigning tow operators to geographically appropriate zones. The “Restricted Tow Zone Pilot”, as it would come to be called, saw the division of GTA highways into four separate zones splitting into

shoulder when it comes to reconciling this issue that is widely regarded as unfair in the Ontario towing community. “The PTAO has made numerous requests to meet with the Premier of Ontario to discuss solutions to an industry fraught with corruption

“ T H E P TA O H A S M A D E N U M E R O U S R E Q U E S T S T O M E E T W I T H T H E P R E M I E R O F O N TA R I O T O D I S C U S S S O L U T I O N S T O A N I N D U S T RY F R AU G H T W I T H C O R R U P T I O N A N D S A F E T Y I S S U E S. “ T H E P R O V I N C I A L G O V E R N M E N T C O N T I N U E S T O I G N O R E T H E R E Q U E S T S O F T H E P TA O T O M E E T, R E S U LT I N G I N T H E N E E D T O E S C A L AT E O U R C O N C E R N S T H R O U G H L E G A L C O U N S E L . ” – O P E N L E T T E R F R O M P TA O , M AY 2 0 2 1

community itself, has been brought to light on a major scale. Project Platinum from the York Regional Police, and a number other similar police investigations have been launched in response to a growing concern around crime in the industry: from coercion and heavy-handed business practices, to guns, theft and high-level police corruption. The Ontario government thought that they had come to a compromise in March when they laid out their plans for re-zoning the towing

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different directions away from the city. This was the government’s compromise in addressing incidents of corruption and violence occurring between tow operators. However, a compromise functions best when all parties in question are actually present at the negotiating table. The Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) asserts they were never consulted about these changes to the regulations, and that the government continues to give them the cold

and safety issues,” wrote the organization in an open letter from May 14. “The Provincial Government continues to ignore the requests of the PTAO to meet, resulting in the need to escalate our concerns through legal counsel. “The lack of consultation and appropriate stakeholder research is necessary to determine the required Government Regulations and policies that will provide safe towing on our highways.”TD

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TINBASHER INC. 2810 Purvis St. ON tinbasher.ca/ 705-715-7628 Tinbasher@rogers.com

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

ADA Course (Aluminum Damage Analysis and Repair Technology)

CHIEF UNIVERSITY/ CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES 996 Industrial Dr, Madison, IN, 47250 chiefautomotive.com/ Training and Support/ 800-445-9262

Yes

Part Replacement at Factory Seams provides considerations for a complete part replacement on a unitized structure as well as the common parts that are replaced. The planning for part replacement is presented as well as preparing the area for part installation. In Full-Frame replacement, the student will learn the parts that can be replaced at the factory seams and the considerations for welding parts of the replacement frame. Aluminum Sectioning Hands-on Skills Development is intended to build on skills an aluminum welder already has. This course is not a certification course. Students will be coached on their mistakes and will be informed when completed if they would likely have passed a certification. A course certificate of completion will be received if the student completes the activities. Students will be required to answer questions and participate in general discussion reviewing materials learned in prerequisite courses and will then use a body repair manual and student textbook to perform hands-on sectioning requirements on an aluminum rail prop.

Part Replacement at Factory Seams (ST070E01)

Aluminum Sectioning Hands-On Skills Development (ST100L01)

Aluminum MIG Welding and Repair Program of Non-Structural panels

N/A

Yes

Aluminum Vehicle Overview provides an understanding of the manufacturing methods used in aluminum body construction as well as the heating, anchoring, straightening, part removal and part replacement methods used during the repair process.

This a Hands on Program to learn the techniques to Weld and Repair Today’s Aluminums. This is a In-Shop, two-day repair program including four Hours of repair and aluminum theory and 12 hours of hands on repair. Presented by John Poole, Former Instructor at Centennial College, in Toronto. General Motors Cadillac Alante’ Aluminum Program, Acura NSX Aluminum Repair Program. Etc.

Yes

Training and Certification: Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding covers GMA (MIG) aluminum welding processes, techniques, and best practices through hands-on performance and certification testing. Students will be responsible for machine maintenance and set up, and making welds with coupons based on the instructor’s criteria.

Training and Certification: Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding (ST045L01)

Aluminum Vehicle Overview (ST065E01)

Yes

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Aluminum GMA Welding Theory is designed to provide an understanding ofthe terminology, equipment and consumables associated with aluminum GMA welding theory and identify welding preparation, tuning, and techniques for aluminum GMA welding.

Aluminum Panel Repair describes the characteristics of aluminum panels as well as the repair considerations for these panels. Students will learn the techniques used for panel straightening, making a hem flange and surface preparation.

This one-day interactive class is designed for entry-level or experienced appraisers and structural repair technicians. Students will learn the principles of aluminum forming methods, alloys, temper designations, damage analysis, repair processes, welding basics and OEM recommendations. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00013.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Aluminum GMA Welding Theory (ST040E01)

Aluminum Panel Repair (NS125E01)

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$60.00

$70.00

$950

$50.00

$95.00

Yes

COST

2 Days

N/A

1 hour

8 hours

1.25 hours

N/A

8 hours

LENGTH

www.tinbasher.ca

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

university.chieftechnology.com/#/public-dashboard

LINK TO REGISTER

ALUMINUM TRAINING

Training Centre

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

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I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION After completing this course, you will be able to: know how to identify if a vehicle is equipped with a front facing camera or front millimeter wave radar unit, identify what special tools are required for calibration, explain what is involved in the calibration procedures for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda/Acura, Toyota/Lexus, Hyundai, Kia, Volvo, and others. Introduction to Diagnostics and Scan Tools provides the student with an introduction to the various safety system technologies found on today’s cars and the importance of performing pre- and post-scans based on the required trouble codes and calibration requirements of each system. The course discusses how Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for diagnostics and scans can be beneficial to a repair facility followed by an introduction of the various scan tools available and what their capabilities are. Camera Calibration, Inspection, and Initialization Requirements will cover post-repair requirements for rearview cameras, 360-degree view camera systems, and night vision cameras. It will explain what events, either during the actual collision or during the collision repair, will require the system to be inspected, calibrated, or initialized. After completing this course, you will be able to: identify if a vehicle is equipped with a rearview camera, surround view camera system, and/or night view camera system, identify what special tools are required for calibration or initialization of these systems, explain the procedures for calibrating, inspecting, or initializing these camera systems on vehicles made by Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda/Acura, Subaru, Kia, and others. Calibration Requirements for Blind Spot and Parking Assist Systems will cover several manufacturers’ systems and help technicians identify if a vehicle has either system and what needs to be done after the repair to ensure the system is working properly. After completing this course, you will be able to: identify if a vehicle is equipped with a blind spot system, front or rear park assist system, or active park assist system, identify what special tools are required for calibration of these systems and explain the procedures for calibrating these millimeter wave radar and ultrasonic sensor systems. Steering Angle Sensor Overview and Diagnostics course begins with an explanation of what steering angle and steering angle sensors are and how they affect the drivability of the vehicle. Next the course will cover the related parts and systems related to steering angle. Common problems that can face steering angle sensors will also be discussed along with proper damage analysis. The course wraps up with requirements for steering angle sensor reset and calibration. After completing this course, you will be able to: explain steering angle, describe the function of the steering angle sensor, list the parts and systems related to the steering angle sensor, describe the problems that can affect the steering angle sensor, explain how to diagnose a steering angle sensor and how to reset and calibrate a steering angle sensor.

COURSE NAME

Calibration of Front Facing Cameras and Front Radars (VT200E01)

Introduction to Diagnostics and Scan Tools (VT210E01)

Camera Calibration, Inspection, and Initialization Requirements (VT215E01)

Calibration Requirements for Blind Spot and Parking Assist Systems (VT220E01)

Steering Angle Sensor Overview and Diagnostics (VT235E01)

$65.00

$75.00

$80.00

$65.00

COST

N/A

1 hour

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

ADAS TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This course will discuss how to perform post repair inspection for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) before returning the vehicle to the customer. Topics discussed will include the purpose of ADAS post repair inspections and why they are becoming increasingly important for the collision repair industry, an introduction to various systems, best practices for documentation and testing of these systems, and several demonstrations performing system specific post repair ADAS tests. The Bosch Scan Tool and ADAS Calibration Kit course introduces Bosch calibration equipment and tools used to perform static and dynamic calibrations for forward-facing cameras. The course will consist of an overview of the Bosch kit and scan tool, functionality of these items, and demonstrations of static and dynamic calibrations for several vehicles. AUTEL® MaxiSys® Diagnostic Scan Tool and Calibration Kit introduces AUTEL’s® calibration equipment and tools used to perform static and dynamic calibrations for forward-facing cameras, front radars, rear radars, and infrared or IR advanced driver assistance systems or ADAS sensors. The course will consist of an overview of the diagnostic/calibration tablet and calibration kit, functionality of these items, and demonstrations of static and dynamic calibrations for front-facing cameras, front radar, and rear radar on multiple makes of vehicles. This course is specific to using the AUTEL® calibration kit procedures. AUTEL Diagnostic Tablet and Calibration Kit introduces AUTEL’s calibration equipment and tools used to perform static and dynamic calibrations for forward-facing cameras, front radars, rear radars, and infrared or IR advanced driver assistance systems or ADAS sensors. The course will consist of an overview of the diagnostic/calibration tablet and calibration kit, functionality of these items, and demonstrations of static and dynamic calibrations for front-facing cameras, front radar, and rear radar on multiple makes of vehicles. This course is specific to using the AUTEL calibration kit procedures. Incorporating ADAS in Your Business is a half-hour course that examines the importance of preparing the business for ADAS repairs. This course identifies the different options available for ADAS calibrations and what is required to develop an in-shop ADAS calibration facility.

Post Repair Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing (VT265E01)

Bosch Scan Tool and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Calibration Kit (VT270E01)

AUTEL® MaxiSys® Diagnostic Tablet and Calibration Kit (VT290E01)

Requirements and Considerations for Achieving an Accurate Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Calibration (VT295E01)

Incorporating ADAS in Your Business (VT310E01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$62.00

$59.00

$74.00

$60.00

COST

0.5 hours

N/A

LENGTH

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

ADAS TRAINING

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

Apprentice Automotive Service Technician

Apprentice Motor Vehicle Body Repairer

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer (Branch II - Block Release) [Apprenticeship]

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330 - 22nd Ave, Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 cnc.bc.ca 778-349-0650, 800-371-8111 trades@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2131 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2134 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES 2700 College Way, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 5L7 https://cotr.bc.ca 250-489-2751, 1-877-489-2687 roberts@cotr.bc.ca

CONESTOGA COLLEGE 301 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4M4 conestogac.on.ca 519-748-5220, 1-866-463-4486 trades@conestogac.on.ca

CONFEDERATION COLLEGE 1450 Nakina Dr, PO Box 398, Thunder Bay, ON, P7C 4W1 confederationcollege.ca 807-472-6284, 1-800-263-9415 pbailey@confederationcollege.ca

FANSHAWE COLLEGE 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON, N5Y 5R6 fanshawec.ca 519-452-4430, 1-800-717-4412 CMendonca@fanshawec.ca

COURSE NAME

COAST MOUNTAIN COLLEGE 5332 McConnell Ave, Terrace, BC, V8G 4X2 coastmountaincollege.ca 1-877-277-2289 dreinhardt@coastmountaincollege.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

If you’re excited by the opportunity to begin an in-demand and dynamic career, the Auto Body Repairer Apprentice (Branch II – Block Release) [Apprenticeship] program will give you the skills necessary to drive your dreams forward. You’ll learn about the different types of materials used in the construction and repair of automobiles and gain confidence in using the materials and tools available to repair damaged vehicles. You’ll test your skills on everything from large-scale refinishing repairs such as complete paint jobs to detailing finishes and colour matching. You’ll also complete an apprenticeship component of the program, allowing you to earn real cash while testing your skills out in the real world, on real vehicles, with your future colleagues and business partners.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

This apprenticeship program covers work practices, engine systems, electrical, electronic, emissions and fuels, drivetrain systems and suspensions, steering and brake systems, air conditioning systems.

This program, consists of three components and is designed to provide theoretical knowledge of all aspects of automotive repair, as well as practical training.

If you enjoy working on cars and pickups and are not afraid of technology, then a career in the automotive service industry may be for you. Automotive Service Technician students inspect, diagnose, repair, and service systems in cars, buses, motorcycles, and light and commercial transport trucks and keep pace with the fast changing world of automotive technology.

Apprentices must have their employer register them with Industry Training Authority (ITA) and fill out the apprenticeship application online. All apprenticeship training requires in-person shop sessions. All shop sessions will be provided with physical distancing and all necessary safety measures.

The Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship program will train you to become a skilled automotive mechanic, leading towards Red Seal certification (after successful program and work based training hours completion). CNC offers all four levels of technical training.

From fender-benders to major bodywork, you will learn to fix brakes, repair electrical systems, understand steering systems, perform preventative maintenance and fulfil other industry needs.

Automotive Service Technicians repair, adjust and replace mechanical and electrical parts in automobiles and light trucks. They repair damaged components and perform preventative maintenance, inspect completed work and test that the vehicle’s performance meets required standards.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

N/A

$883.391,000.29 per level

$883.39 1,000.29 per level

$710.00 per level

COST

Varies by level

N/A

721 hours

7 weeks

Varies

7 weeks per level

4 levels

7 weeks

LENGTH

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

www.fanshawec.ca/ programs/ abr3-auto-bodyrepairer-apprentice-branch-ii-block -release -apprenticeship/ next#group_more_ info

www.confederationcollege.ca/ program/automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship

conestogac.on.ca/ fulltime/automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship#PO-PF

cotr.bc.ca/programs/automotive-service-technician/

cnc.bc.ca/programs-courses/ programs/ detail/apprentice-motor-vehicle-body-repairer

cnc.bc.ca/programs-courses/ programs/detail/ apprentice-automotive-service-technician

catalogue.coastmountaincollege. ca/programs/ auto-service-technician-apprenticeship/#overview

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

Automotive Service Technician

LAKELAND COLLEGE 5708 College Dr, Vermilion, AB, T9X 1K5 lakelandcollege.ca 780-853-8500, 1-800-661-6491 dana.gard@lakelandcollege.ca

LETHBRIDGE COLLEGE 3001 College Dr, S Lethbridge, AB, T1K 1L6 lethbridgecollege.ca 403-320-3411, 403-394-7348, 1-800-572-0104 tradeslc@lethbridgecollege.ca

Automotive Service Technician

GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL COLLEGE 10726 106 Ave, Grande Prairie,AB, T8V 4C4 gprc.ab.ca 780-835-6605, 1-888-539-4772

KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY 12667 72 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 2M8 kpu.ca 604-599-2001 study@kpu.ca

Automotive Service Technician (Day Release) [Apprenticeship]

FANSHAWE COLLEGE 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON, N5Y 5R6 fanshawec.ca 519-452-4430, 1-800-717-4413 CMendonca@fanshawec.ca

Custom Painting (ISP02e)

Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer [Apprenticeship]

FANSHAWE COLLEGE 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON, N5Y 5R6 fanshawec.ca 519-452-4430, 1-800-717-4412 CMendonca@fanshawec.ca

KEYANO COLLEGE 8115 Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray, AB, T9H 2H7 keyano.ca 780-791-4800, 1-800-251-1408 registrar@keyano.ca

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

The courses in this program include emission control systems; fuel systems; hybrid electrical vehicles; vehicle system management, integration and vehicle networks; manual transmissions, transaxles and clutches; and suspension and steering. You’ll spend 80 percent of your time with a qualified service technician in the shop.

You will do preventative maintenance, diagnose faults and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. Learn on the job, as well as during the required training periods.

This apprenticeship program is designed to provide students the full scope of knowledge and applied skills necessary to perform the occupation. Apprentices have an employer to sponsor them and are registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA). KPU delivers in-school technical training for Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship levels 1, 2, 3 and 4. The in-school technical training varies for each level and is 6 to 7 weeks in duration.

Graduates from the program will be skilled in the fusing of metals using prescribed welding applications; have a working knowledge of welding equipment; comprehend drawings and develop layout patterns for projects and calculate quantities of materials; have a thorough knowledge of metals, arc electrodes, welding gases and gas welding filler roads; and recognize defective welds, know the cause and proper procedure for the repair of the defective area.

Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. The term of apprenticeship is four years; including a minimum of 1,560 hours of on-the-job training, and eight weeks of technical training each year.

N/A

In this program you will restore, repair and replace auto body parts and interior finishing. You’ll also assess damage and estimate the cost of repairs. Plus, you’ll operate welding equipment, while learning the skills necessary to prepare and refinish today’s high-end top coats.Vehicle technology is constantly changing so top-notch skills and a commitment to continued learning are required for career success. If you’re willing to evolve alongside new vehicle repair technology, then the opportunities for a rewarding and satisfying career are endless.The program also requires an apprenticeship component where you’ll solve real vehicle problems in a real working garage, auto body shop or dealership. Students will learn how to diagnose, repair and maintain engines and many electrical and electronic systems in cars, trucks and buses. Students will also have the opportunity to specialize in engine and fuel systems, electrical and electronic systems, suspension or brakes.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

4 Years

8 weeks per level (4 levels)

6-7 weeks per level

8 weeks per level

Varies by level

LENGTH

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

https://lethbridgecollege.ca/ programs/automotive-service-technician

lakelandcollege. ca/academics/ trades-technology-apprenticeship/ programs/automotive-service-technician/overview/ default.aspx

https://calendar. kpu.ca/apprenticeships/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship/

keyano.ca/en/programs-and-courses/welding.aspx

gprc.ab.ca/programs/apprenticeship.html

fanshawec. ca/programs/ ast4-automotive-service-technician-day-release-apprenticeship/ current#group_ overview

fanshawec.ca/programs/abc6-auto-body-and-collision-damage-repairer-apprenticeship/ next#group_overview

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

$784.00 tuition per year

N/A

COST

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Welder Apprenticeship

Auto Body Technician

Automotive Service Technican

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship Program

NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA 100 Niagara College Bvld, Welland, ON, L3C 7L3 niagaracollege.ca 905-735-2215 myfuturenc@niagaracollege.ca

NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 11762 - 106 St, Edmonton, AB, T5G 2R1 nait.ca 780-378-7271, 780-378-7205, 1-877-333-6248 brycen@nait.ca

NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 11762 - 106 St, Edmonton, AB, T5G 2R1 nait.ca 780-378-7271, 780-378-7205, 1-877-333-6249 brycen@nait.ca

NORTHERN COLLEGE 140 Government Rd, E Kirkland Lake, ON, P2N 3L8 northernc.on.ca 705-567-9291, 705-568-8186 fullerj@northern.on.ca

Training is delivered in day release format, one day per week for 40 weeks. Three levels of theoretical in-school training includes instruction in work practices, engine systems, electrical/electronic and emission systems, drivetrain systems, suspension/steering and brake systems, and air conditioning systems.

Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. The term of apprenticeship is four years including, a minimum of 1,560 hours of on-the-job training, and eight weeks of technical training each year.

Repair and replace damaged motor vehicle structures and body components, prepare for refinishing, and apply interior and exterior finishes. Specialize in prepping, refinishing, sheet metal and plastics repair, or frame straightening.

As a Welder you will have the skill set required to fabricate, join, and sculpt metal components using various methods and techniques. Welders create the framework for structures used in the construction industry. Complete 720 hours of college instruction and approximately four years of on-the-job training as a paid trainee.

N/A

Co-op Diploma Apprenticeship Program As an automotive service technician, you are trained in mechanical diagnostics, cost estimations and customer relations related to a wide range of vehicles and have the skill set required to navigate computerized diagnostic equipment.

N/A

Individuals can pursue college courses and begin training as an apprentice in a skilled trade through this program. Depending on the trade, the program can be completed in two yearshave both a college diploma and completed apprenticeship requirements toward your apprenticeship certification in a skilled trade.

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

N/A

Grade 11 and 12 students in Ontario can earn co-op education credits through work placements in a skilled trade, such as Automotive Service Technician. Co-op education credits are equivalent to secondary school credits, but earned through work placement.

Automotive Service Technician

NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA 100 Niagara College Bvld, Welland, ON, L3C 7L3 niagaracollege.ca 905-735-2211 myfuturenc@niagaracollege.ca

MINISTRY OF TRAINING, COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES www.ontario.ca/page/ministry-colleges-universities 416-325-2929, 1-800-387-5516

N/A

If you love working on vehicles, the Automotive Service Technician program could be the route for you. Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. The term of apprenticeship is four years, including a minimum of 1500 hours of on-the-job training, and eight weeks of technical training each year.

MEDICINE HAT COLLEGE 299 College Dr, Medicine Hat,AB, T1A 3Y6 mhc.ab.ca 403-529-3845, 1-866-282-8394

I-CAR ALLIANCE

N/A

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

LOYALIST COLLEGE 376 Wallbridge-Loyalist, Belleville, ON, K8N 5B9 loyalistcollege.com 613-969-1913 mpfp@loyalistc.on.ca

COURSE DESCRIPTION In this program, you can attend three full-time blocks of training, each eight weeks long, or study at Loyalist one day per week to complete your three levels. Learning combines classroom instruction and practical theory labs. Put your knowledge to the test in state-of-the-art service bays.

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$840.00 tuition per period

$630.00$735.00 tuition per period

N/A

COST

40 weeks

4 periods of 8 weeks

4 periods of 6-7 weeks

3 terms

3 Years

N/A

Any

4 Years

8 weeks per level (3 levels)

LENGTH

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

northernc.on.ca/ trainingdivision/ automotive-service-technician/

nait.ca/programs/ automotive-service-technician

nait.ca/programs/ auto-body-technician?tiletabs=program-periods

https://www. niagaracollege.ca/ trades/program/ welder-apprenticeship/#courses

niagaracollege.ca/ trades/program/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship/#overview

ontario.ca/page/ prepare-apprenticeship

https://mhc.ab.ca/ ProgramsandCourses/Academic-Programs/Programs-of-Study/ Automotive-Service-Technician

loyalistcollege. com/programs-and-courses/full-timeprograms/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship/

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Automotive Glass Technician Apprentice

Automotive Service Technician

OKANAGAN COLLEGE, KELOWNA CAMPUS T115 - 1000 KLO Rd. Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 okanagan.bc.ca trades@okanagan.bc.ca

RED DEER COLLEGE 100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB, T4N 5H5 rdc.ab.ca 403-342-3100, 1-888-475-1101 apprenticeship.registration@ rdc.ab.ca

SAULT COLLEGE 443 Northern Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6B 4J3 saultcollege.ca 705-759-2554, 1-800-461-2260 studentrecruitment@saultcollege.ca

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

Auto Body Technician Apprentice

Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprenticeship

OKANAGAN COLLEGE, KELOWNA CAMPUS T115 - 1000 KLO Rd. Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 okanagan.bc.ca trades@okanagan.bc.ca

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprenticeship

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

COURSE NAME

OKANAGAN COLLEGE, KELOWNA CAMPUS T115 - 1000 KLO Rd. Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 okanagan.bc.ca trades@okanagan.bc.ca

NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE 10808 15 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3Z3 nlc.bc.ca 250-782-5585 trades@nlc.bc.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

Students will learn how to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair cars and light trucks.

This program teaches you how to repair and replace damaged motor vehicle structures, body parts, interior and exterior finishes. You may specialize in prepping, refinishing, sheet metal and plastics repair, or frame straightening.

This course teaches fundamental and specific skills of the trade through the training of practical applications. Strengthening the apprentices‚ high standards of craftsmanship, problem-solving skills and personal pride in their respective trades.

Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. The term of apprenticeship is four years, including a minimum of 1,560 hours of on-the-job training, and eight weeks of technical training each year.

An automotive glass technician removes, installs, repairs and generally services all types of stationary and moveable glass in motor vehicles. Apprentices are required to attend a total of two weeks of technical training courses over this two year apprenticeship.

After completing all five levels of this apprenticeship, technicians will be able to repair and restore damaged motor vehicles, assess body damage and develop repair estimates and repair plans.

N/A

This program consists of Automotive Service Technician Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 Technical training as per the ITA prescribed curriculum. Automotive Service Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Interprovincial Red Seal program. Individuals who complete the Automotive Service Technician Foundation Program will receive a credit contribution for the Level 1 technical training and 450 work-based hours toward completion of the Automotive Service Technician Level 1 apprenticeship program. In level one of this apprenticeship, students will learn how to safely and properly use equiptment, solvents, they will be able to prepare surfaces for painting, identify different chemical additives and paint problems. In level two, they will use trade equiptment, organize and use proper workplacec documentation, repair equiptment and perform post refinishing functions.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

4 Years

Varies by level

8 weeks per level

4 Years

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ apprenticeships/ automotive-service-technician

sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ apprenticeships/ auto-body-technician

saultcollege.ca

https://rdc.ab.ca/ programs/trades/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship

okanagan. bc.ca/automotive-glass-technician-apprenticeship

okanagan. bc.ca/motor-vehicle-body-repairer-apprenticeship

okanagan.bc.ca/ automotive-painter-apprenticeship

nlc.bc.caa/ Programs/ All-Programs-Alphabetical/ Automotive-Service-Technician-Foundation-Trades-DC

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

$972.92, per level

$758.94$865.93, per level

N/A

3 Weeks

6 Months

Tuition and fees are dependent on the apprenticeship level you are entering. $268.36

10 Weeks

28 weeks

LENGTH

~$402 $937

~$1,800$1,200

COST

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Automotive Service Technician

Auto Body Technician Apprentice

SAULT COLLEGE 443 Northern Ave, Sault Ste. Marie,bON, P6B 4J3 saultcollege.ca 705-759-2554, 1-800-461-2260 studentrecruitment@saultcollege.ca

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 www.sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

Automotive Glass Technician Apprentice

N/A

Auto Body and Collision Technician Apprenticeship

Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair automotive vehicles and light trucks. The term of apprenticeship is four years, including a minimum of 1,560 hours of on-the-job training, and eight weeks of technical training each year.

N/A

After completing all five levels of this apprenticeship, technicians will be able to repair and restore damaged motor vehicles, assess body damage and develop repair estimates and repair plans.

Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprenticeship

Automotive Service Technician

N/A

In level one of this apprenticeship, students will learn how to safely and properly use equiptment, solvents, they will be able to prepare surfaces for painting, identify different chemical additives and paint problems. In level two, they will use trade equiptment, organize and use proper workplacec documentation, repair equiptment and perform post refinishing functions.

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

RED DEER COLLEGE 100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB, T4N 5H5 rdc.ab.ca 403-342-3100, 1-888-475-1101 apprenticeship.registration@ rdc.ab.ca

OKANAGAN COLLEGE, KELOWNA CAMPUS T115 - 1000 KLO Rd. Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 okanagan.bc.ca trades@okanagan.bc.ca

N/A

NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE 10808 15 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3Z3 nlc.bc.ca 250-782-5585 trades@nlc.bc.ca

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

N/A

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 http://tru.ca 250-828-5001 admissions_trades@tru.ca

This is the in-school study portion of the apprenticeship of the apprenticeship program for students already registered and working in the trade. Areas of study include engines, fuel and electrical systems, powertrains, steering, suspension and brakes, and applied shop practice, including safety, welding, air conditioning and more.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students will learn how to use a range of skills and knowledge needed to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose problems and repair vehicle systems on cars and light trucks.

Automotive Service Technician

COURSE NAME

ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE 2 St. Lawrence Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 4Z1 stlawrencecollege.ca 613-933-6080, 1-800-463-0753 dreamit@sl.on.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

$758.94$865.93, per level

N/A

$268.36

Tuition and fees are dependent on the apprenticeship level you are entering.

~$402 $937

~$1,800$1,200

$853.90

N/A

COST

Varies by level

8 weeks per level

4 Years

3 Weeks

6 Months

10 Weeks

28 weeks

7 Weeks

8 weeks per level

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ apprenticeships/auto-body-technician

saultcollege.ca

rdc.ab.ca/programs/trades/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship

okanagan.bc.ca/automotive-glass-technician-apprenticeship

okanagan. bc.ca/motor-vehicle-body-repairer-apprenticeship

okanagan.bc.ca/ automotive-painter-apprenticeship

nlc.bc.caa/ Programs/ All-Programs-Alphabetical/ Automotive-Service-Technician-Foundation-Trades-DC

tru.ca/trades/ trades-programs/ automotive-service-technician. html#tabs-2

stlawrencecollege. ca/programs/ automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship/ apprenticeship/ cornwall

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

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Students can earn an income while learning the latest in surface repair, structural repair and wheel alignments. There are three different levels to this certificate. Level 1 covers shop safety and students get to learn auto body construction and repair fundamentals. Level 2 students get to use what they’ve learned to repair a wide variety of autobody surfaces, and level 3 teaches students structural repairs and wheel alignment. This trade certificate allows for students to earn an income while learning how to remove, install and repair auto glass. Students will learn the skills needed in auto paint and refinishing like spray gun technology and protective and restorative treatments. This technical training program is designed for the apprentice currently working in the automotive collision and repair and automotive refinishing industry. This course helps students learn the skills needed in auto refinishing prep like chemical treatments, masking, sanding, and spray gun operation. Students train in classrooms and autobody labs in Vancouver Community College facility at the college’s Broadway campus. This program allows for students to get a B.C. trade certificate and earn an income while learning how to repair engines, fuel systems, tires, breaks, electronics and transmissions, while also learning the latest in autmotive diagnostics.

Auto body & Collision damage Repairer Branch 1, Trade Code 310B Pre-apprenticeship (Level 1)

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

Automotive Collision Repair Technician Apprentice

Automotive Glass Technician Apprentice

Automotive Paint and Refinishing Technician Apprentice

Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician Apprentice

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

TROPICANA EMPLOYMENT CENTRE 505 Consumers Rd, North York, ON M2J 4A2 tropicanaemployment.ca 416-491-7000 # 209 sdualeh@tropicanaemployment.ca

UNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 7M8 http://ufv.ca 604-847-5448, 604-504-7443 apprenticeship@ufv.ca

VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 4V5 http://vcc.ca 604-871-7000, 1-866-565-7827 apprentice@vcc.ca

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Graduates of the program will leave with their Automotive Technician Red Seal accreditation, which means they will be able to work anywhere in Canada. There are four levels of training within the program preparing students to be successful in the automotive technician field.

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

This program prepares youth for a career in auto body collision and damage repair. This program is a tuition-free program funded by the Government of Ontario designed as a stepping stone to finding an apprenticeship, with sessions running September through April each year. Students also receive 6 weeks of academic upgrading and a life skills training session.

Students will learn how to use a range of skills and knowledge needed to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose problems and repair vehicle systems on cars and light trucks.

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THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 http://tru.ca 250-828-5001 admissions_trades@tru.ca

Automotive Service Technician

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE 2 St. Lawrence Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 4Z1 stlawrencecollege.ca 613-933-6080, 1-800-463-0753 dreamit@sl.on.ca

Students will learn how to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations and repair cars and light trucks.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

COURSE NAME

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 www.sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

7 weeks per level

4 Weeks

4 Months

5 weeks per level

7 Weeks

30 weeks

7 Weeks

8 weeks per level

4 Years

LENGTH

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/ automotive-service/ automotive-service-technician-apprentice/

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/ collision-and-refinishing/ automotive-refinishing-prep-technician-apprentice/

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/ collision-and-refinishing/ automotive-paint-and-refinishing-technician-apprentice/

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/ collision-and-refinishing/ automotive-glass-technician-e-pprentice/

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/ collision-and-refinishing/ automotive-collision-repair-technician-apprentice/

ufv.ca/apprenticeship-training/programs/ automotive-service/

tropicanaemployment.ca/employers/ find-an-employee/ pre-apprenticeship

tru.ca/trades/trades-programs/automotive-service-technician. html#tabs-2

stlawrencecollege. ca/programs/automotive-service-technician-apprenticeship/ apprenticeship/cornwall

sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ apprenticeships/automotive-service-technician

LINK TO REGISTER

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

$940 per level

$531.00

$524.00

$442.00

$670-$816 per level

$1,323.96

Gov’t funding available

$853.90

N/A

$972.92, per level

COST

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1 N/A

ALLDATA offers free webinars led by experts on new technologies, current industry trends and top practices for repair and collision professionals. ALLDATA also offers training videos, product experts available by phone and instructor-led webinars that allow participants to learn the basics and ask questions. Plus, support. alldata. com is a self-help resource for how-to info, troubleshooting tips, training options and FAQs.

AUTOMOTIVE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER 24 Wells Street Worcester, MA 01604 fixhybrid.com/recorded-webinars/ 512-826-4546 Craig@fixhybrid.com

AUTOMOTIVE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER 24 Wells Street Worcester, MA 01604 fixhybrid.com/online-training 511-826-4546 Craig@fixhybrid.com

ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1036 1st St, N Brandon, MB, R7A 2Y1 assiniboine.net/programs/automotive-technician 204-725-8716 trades@assiniboine.net

ALLDATA alldata.com

Recorded Webinars

Live Webinars

Automotive Technician

Alldata Training

A wide variety of online classes are available on a range of topics. Discounts are available when registering for multiple webinars.

The Automotive Career Development Center webinars are held twice a day at 8:00am and 2:00pm EST. The webinars cover a wide range of topics and applications. Discounts are available for multiple bookings—reach out to ACDC for more information.

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The two-year Motive Power Technician Ontario College Diploma program, delivered in a compressed format over 42 weeks, provides you with the skill-set to find an entry-level position in the transportation service industry. Algonquin College delivers this program in its state-of-the-art Transportation Technology Centre that is outfitted with modern equipment, allowing you to learn using the full range of advanced technology used in today`s motive industry.

Do you have a passion for vehicles and troubleshooting? Increase your skillset and keep things running smoothly in the automotive service industry with this nine-month Automotive Technician certificate program is one of the best programs available for engine-lovers. Learn to thrive in a shop environment with your commitment to vehicle and customer service.

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Via the Access Career Centre’s Automobile Mechanics course, students will learn to perform preventive and corrective mechanic work; inspect vehicles with the goal of finding the cause of operating problems; perform repairs, replace parts and make adjustments in a number of different vehicle systems; procedure for installing accessories and optional equipment; adhere to health, safety and environmental laws and regulations.

Automotive Service Technician (Pre-Employment)

Motive Power Technician

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The 9-month Automotive Service Technician (Pre-Employment) Diploma is a provincially-accredited apprenticeship program, offered at both the St. John’s and Corner Brook campuses, developed by government and approved by the Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board. The program provides students with a range of skills needed as a first-year apprentice, including: safety, engine systems, electrical, steering, braking systems, suspension, body components, trim, restraint systems, hybrid/ alternative fuel systems and others, with learning divided equally between the classroom and bodyshop.

Auto Body and Collision Technician (Pre-Employment)

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE 1388 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, ON, K2G 1V8 algonquincollege.com 613-727-4726 askus@algonquincollege.com

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The Auto Body and Collision Technician (Pre-Employment) program, offered at both the St. John’s and Corner Brook campuses, was developed by government and approved by the Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board. Auto Body and Collision Technicians repair and restore damaged motor vehicle body parts and interior finishing; repaint body surfaces; and repair and/or replace automotive glass. This group also includes metal repairers who repair defective automobile body parts and damage to the bodies of newly assembled cars.

Automobile Mechanics

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

ACCESS CAREER CENTRE 638 boul. Guimond, Longueuil, Qc J4G 1P8 access.rsb.qc.ca/form_professionnelle/mecanique-automobile-2/ 450-672-9011

ACADEMY CANADA 167-169 Kenmount Rd. St. John’s NL A1B 3P9 academycanada.com/ faculty-of-construction-trades-and-mining/auto-body-and-collision-technician/ 709-739-6767 info@academycanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

$55/ webinar

$100/ webinar

N/A

~$2,500 per semester

N/A

COST

N/A

9 months

N/A

42 Weeks

10 Weeks

36 Weeks

32 Weeks

LENGTH

Online

Classroom

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

www.fixhybrid.com/ recorded-webinars/

www.fixhybrid.com/ online-training/

https://assiniboine. net/admissions/applying-assiniboine/ apply-program/campus-and-distance-education-programs

www.alldata.com/webinars

www.ontariocolleges. ca/en/cba?collegeCode=ALGO&programCode=0557A04F

admissionfp.com /cfpOffres.aspx?c ode=884904 &langue=en

academycanada.com/ admissions/ apply-online/

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE 12162 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 3J2 autotrainingcentre.com 888-546-2888

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING CENTRE 24 Wells Street Worcester, MA 01604 fixhybrid.com 508-852-5857, 1-800-939-7909

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This program covers how to inspect vehicles to determine the amount of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage is needed by using mechanical testing devices, questioning customers and by visual inspection.Students will learn how to calculate cost of labour and parts to fix or replace each affected item and estimate the salvage value of the total vehicle loss; analyzes repair cost estimates; consults with the collision repair manager or foreman; determine fees associated with repainting; fill out insurance claim forms to indicate repair or replacement cost estimates and recommendations; and prepares work orders. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. This course covers the essentials of preparing a car for the showroom floor and offers hands-on skills in exterior and interior maintenance for used automobiles. Students will receive instruction on a wide variety of surfaces and materials. This course may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. The Automotive Service Advisor program combines the Automotive Service Consultant, Auto Body Collision Estimator and Parts & Warehousing programs to provide a complete automotive service education. It provides a wide-angle view of dealer/store operations and management procedures within a dealership, a repair facility, a bodyshop or a retail parts store. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. A combination of both classroom theory (40 percent) and handson training (60 percent), this program offers the auto mechanic student the experiences required for entry-level auto mechanic jobs. This auto mechanic pre-apprenticeship program prepares students to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types and makes of cars. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. In the Automotive Training Centre’s (ATC) Automotive Technology Training program (approved as a vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005), instructors provide students with the classroom and hands-on shop training needed to acquire an entry-level position and perform diagnose and repair of many different makes of automobiles. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. This program provides students with hands-on training and up-todate information for the occupations of an Auto Body Technician and Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician. The focus is on a strong foundation of the skills required to ensure the student’s successful entry into the auto industry. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. The Automotive Service Advisor program combines the Automotive Service Consultant, Auto Body Collision Estimator and Parts & Warehousing programs to provide a complete automotive service education. It provides a wide-angle view of dealer/store operations and management procedures within a dealership, a repair facility, a bodyshop or a retail parts store. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que. A combination of both classroom theory (40 percent) and handson training (60 percent), this program offers the auto mechanic student the experiences required for entry-level auto mechanic jobs. This auto mechanic pre-apprenticeship program prepares students to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types and makes of cars. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que.

Automotive Collision Estimator

Automotive Detailing

Automotive Service Advisor

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Technology

Refinishing Prep and Auto Body Technician

Automotive Service Advisor

Automotive Service Technician

I-CAR ALLIANCE No

OEM Information Access

AUTOMOTIVE RETAILERS ASSOCIATION (ARA) 8980 Fraserwood Ct #1, Burnaby, BC V5H 5H7 training.ara.bc.ca/ 604-432-7987

COURSE DESCRIPTION A free webinar on the history of the CASIS agreement and demonstration of vehicle programming and devices.

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

COST

43 weeks

26 weeks

43 weeks

26 weeks

43 weeks

26 weeks

2 Weeks

13 weeks

0.5 hours

LENGTH

www.autotrainingcentre.com/ automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/ auto-mechanic-training-vancouver/

www.autotrainingcentre.com/ automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/ automotive-service-advisor/

www.fixhybrid.com/ qualified-shop-program/

www.fixhybrid.com/ recorded-webinars/

www.fixhybrid.com/ online-training/

www.fixhybrid.com/ up-your-voltage/

www.fixhybrid.com/ electric-drive/

www.fixhybrid.com/ amped-up/

https://training.ara. bc.ca/webinars/

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Motive Power Technician

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship

CANADORE COLLEGE 100 College Dr, PO Box 5001, North Bay, ON, P1B 8K9 canadorecollege.ca 705-474-7600, 855-495-7917 admissions@canadorecollege.ca

CANADORE COLLEGE 100 College Dr, PO Box 5001, North Bay, ON, P1B 8K9 canadorecollege.ca 705-474-7600, 855-495-7918 admissions@canadorecollege.ca

Automotive Collision Estimator

BRITISH COLUMBIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 3701 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5G 3H2 bcit.ca 604-456-1044 Randy_Sandhu@bcit.ca

Automotive Service Technician Foundation, Certificate

BRITISH COLUMBIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 3701 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5G 3H2 bcit.ca 604-456-1045 Randy_Sandhu@bcit.ca

CAMOSUN COLLEGE 4461 Interurban Rd, Victoria, BC, V9E 2C1 camosun.ca 250-370-8322, 1-877-554-7555 tradesinfo@camosun.ca

Automotive Service Technicians and Operations Diploma

BRITISH COLUMBIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5G 3H2 bcit.ca 604-456-1044 Randy_Sandhu@bcit.ca

Motive Power Technician – Service and Management – Automotive

Refinishing Prep and Auto Body Technician

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE 12165 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 3J2 autotrainingcentre.com 888-546-2891

CAMBRIAN COLLEGE 1400 Barrydowne Road Sudbury, Ontario, Canada P3A 3V8 cambriancollege.ca/programs/ motive-power-technician-service-and-management/ 705-566-8101 info@cambriancollege.ca

Automotive Technology

COURSE NAME

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE 12164 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 3J2 autotrainingcentre.com 888-546-2890

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

This program provides students with hands-on training and up-todate information for the occupations of an Auto Body Technician and Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician. The focus is on a strong foundation of the skills required to ensure the student’s successful entry into the auto industry. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que.

Gain the skills and training needed to challenge the Certification of Qualification exam. Earn while you learn. This program is run in a day release format to allow the apprentice to continue to work in the trade while learning one day per week. This training is a stepping stone to several other trades.

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Become skilled in motive power by training with industry-standard tools, diagnostic equipment, and lifts. You will learn to operate, diagnose and service all types of vehicles, from standard automobiles to industrial heavy-duty equipment, and have the opportunity to work on the latest technology by way of vehicle donations. You will perform actual service procedures on a wide variety of components found in the power train of heavy vehicles, install and set up clutches, and tear down and assess the condition of manual transmissions. Includes a two-week work placement.

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Get hands-on training servicing gas-powered and hybrid vehicles and learn the ropes of shop management in Cambrian’s state-ofthe-art shop. Our courses provide you with pre-apprentice training that can be combined with an optional, paid co-op and will prepare your for career and automotive service technician apprenticeship opportunities. After an introduction to basic work safety and fasteners and hand/pneumatic tools, your courses will be split between hands-on and classroom training in steering suspension and brakes, drivetrains, and engines.

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This course will prepare you to enter the field of collision estimation, focusing on customer service and communication skills. Autobody methodology, insurance regulations and estimation techniques will be covered, as well as an introduction to Mitchell and Audatex collision estimation software. This is the first of a two-part program leading to a BCIT Statement of Completion in Automotive Collision Estimation.

The Automotive Service Technician program prepares you for entry into the automotive mechanical repair trade and provides possible accreditation towards Year 1 Apprenticeship training.

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This program offers maximum career flexibility, enabling graduates to pursue their Automotive Service Technician Red Seal certification with the option for post-diploma baccalaureate pathways in business administration and technology management.

N/A

In the ATC’s Automotive Technology Training program—approved as a vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005—instructors provide students with the classroom and hands-on shop training needed to acquire an entry-level position and perform diagnose and repair of many different makes of automobiles. This program may also be offered in Toronto, Cambridge, Ont., and Montreal, Que.

The Automotive Service Technician and Operations (ASTO) program has been designed to meet the need for skilled technicians who can diagnose and repair the sophisticated systems in today’s motor vehicles. It is also for those with an interest in automotive, but who aspire to run their own business or assume customer service and management positions in the industry.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

N/A

~$6348

~$3,144

N/A

COST

240 Hours

40 Weeks

30 Weeks

2 Years

N/A

750 hours

44 weeks

43 weeks

26 weeks

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

www.ontariocolleges. ca/en/cba?collegeCode=cana

https://apply.educationplannerbc.ca/apply/ complete-application/ camosun/587482D5F5F5-418A-947631C24C864958

https://ontariocolleges. ca/en/cba?collegeCode=CAMB&programCode=VMTN

www.bcit.ca/study/ courses/abod0101

https://secure.bcit.ca/ sis/apply/

autotrainingcentre. com/automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/ auto-body-repair-technician/

autotrainingcentre. com/automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/ wheel-alignment-training-vancouver/

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Earn level 1 automotive service technician training, receive assistance in finding a short work placement and get on-the-job experience.

The highest level of apprenticeship technical training Centennial College offers, with the added value of a college diploma. The Fiat Chrysler Automotive Service Technician Co-Op program also balances theoretical and practical elements. You spend eight months in class, eight months as a registered apprentice in a paid work placement in a FCA dealership and a final eight months back at school.

Automotive Parts and Service Operations

Automotive Service Technician Canadian Tire (MAP 32)

Automotive Service Technician Pre-Apprenticeship

Automotive Service Technician Co-Op partnered with TADA (Trillium Automobile Dealers Association) and FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles)

(Automotive) Motive Power Technician

Auto Body Repair Technician 8046

Automotive Motive Power Technician (Optional Co-op)

Automotive Service Technician Foundation

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 psantos@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 stzakas@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 cwhite-garcia@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 gnalepka@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 dweatherhead@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 76 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 droberts@centennialcollege.ca

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 86 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5011 DRoberts@centennialcollege.ca

COAST MOUNTAIN COLLEGE 5331 McConnell Ave, Terrace, BC, V8G 4X2 coastmountaincollege.ca 1-877-277-2288 dreinhardt@coastmountaincollege.ca

This training gives students the technical skills and knowledge to repair, adjust and replace mechanical parts in automobiles and light trucks. Program covers all the theory and practical components necessary for the first-year Automotive Service Technician Certificate, and provides a complement of valuable industry skills.

With an emphasis on motor vehicle technology, this program prepares you for work within the transportation industry. Through various theoretical and practical courses, you acquire trade-relevant skills and knowledge that help you undertake positions in a variety of employment opportunities.

This offering is based on the level 1 and 2 apprenticeship curriculum, with some valuable additions. In the autobody repair techniques courses, you acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to ensure you have a competitive edge in the autobody repair field.

Facilitated by the School of Transportation, the Canadian Tire Automotive Service Technician program combines in-depth classroom and hands-on lab training with a four-week, on-the-job work placement experience.

The automotive service technician program offers you excellent working knowledge of all a vehicle’s systems.

This offering is based on the level one apprenticeship curriculum, with some valuable additions. In the autobody repair techniques courses, you acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to ensure you have a competitive edge in the autobody repair field.

Auto Body Repair Techniques 8405

CENTENNIAL COLLEGE 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L 4C9 centennialcollege.ca 416-289-5000 droberts@centennialcollege.ca

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

$2,227

3889

$3879 per yer

$3,889

$4,789

Gov’t Funded = $0

$1850 for 8 levels

Please inquire

$3,879

COST

30 weeks

2 Years

2 years

36 weeks

32 weeks

2 years

1 year

LENGTH

Hybrid

Online

Hybrid

https://catalogue. coastmountaincollege. ca/programs/auto-service-technician-foundation/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/fulltime/automotive-motive-power-technician-technical/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/fulltime/automotive-service-technician-toyota-map-32/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/fulltime/auto-service-technician-honda-map-32/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/ full-time/automotive-service-technician-co-op-tada-fca/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/fulltime/automotive-service-technician-pre-apprenticeship/

centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/fulltime/automotive-service-technician-canadian-tire/

.centennialcollege.ca/ programs-courses/ full-time/auto-body-repair-techniques/

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Automotive Mechanics

Autobody (Motor Vehicle Body Repair)

Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician

Automotive Service Technician Foundation

Automotive Service Technician Diploma

Motor Vehicle Body Repairer

Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician

COLLEGE COMMUNAUTAIRE DU NB - CAMPUS DE BATHURST 726 College St, Bathurst, NB E2A 3Z2 ccnb.ca/le-ccnb/nos-campus/ campus-de-bathurst.aspx 506-547-2145, 1-800-552-5484 bathurst@ccnb.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330 - 22nd Ave, Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 cnc.bc.ca 778-349-0650, 800-371-8112 trades@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330 - 22nd Ave, Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 cnc.bc.ca 778-349-0650, 800-371-8113 trades@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2132 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2133 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2135 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca 250-562-2136 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

Auto Body and Collision Technician

Motive Power Technician - Truck & Coach

COLLEGE BOREAL 395, boulevard Thériault Timmins ON P4N 0A7 collegeboreal.ca/en/ 705-267-5850 infotimmins@collegeboreal.ca

COLLEGE OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC 432 Massachusetts Dr, Stephenville, NL A2N 3C1 cna.nl.ca 709-283-2105 marty.madore@cna.nl.ca or roger.hulan@cna.nl.ca

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This Red Seal program is designed to assist students in developing the basic skills to enter the labor force as an apprentice mechanic in auto body and collision. Some of the duties include, repair and replace vehicle structures and body parts; remove and install interior and exterior finishes; hammer out dents, buckles and other defects; operate soldering equipment and plastic filler; remove damaged fenders, panels and grills; weld replacement parts; straighten frames and underbodies; file, grind, mask and tape body surfaces in preparation for painting.

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This foundation program will provide entry level practical skills and academic knowledge to prepare you to begin your apprenticeship pathway as a Motor Vehicle Body Repairer. If you are mechanically inclined, a critical thinker, good at task planning and organization, you may want to consider a career in motor vehicle body repair.

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Automotive service technicians perform preventative maintenance, diagnose problems and repair vehicle systems including engines, vehicle management, hybrids, steering, braking, tires, wheels, drivetrains, suspensions, electrical, electronics, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, restrains, trim, and accessories for automotive vehicles and light trucks with a gross vehicle weight less than 5,500 KG.

You will have practical, hands-on learning on real vehicles using traditional and state-of-the-art technology. You will also spend time in the classroom learning the theories and details that will set you apart from others and give you a strong foundation in the field.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Automotive Service Technicians are essential to maintaining the health of your vehicle. They investigate, diagnose, and repair issues related to the mechanical systems in vehicles, often undertaking complex computer diagnostics to resolve issues.

Learn the latest painting techniques and technology that will take your skills to a higher level. You will learn how to repair basic sheet metal damage and use the latest tools, plastics, and composites in a safe and efficient way.

Vehicle repair technicians review damage reports and hammer out dents, buckles and defects; remove damaged fenders, panels and grilles; straighten bent frames; and repair and replace exterior and interior components.

This program prepares the student for employment in the field of maintenance and repair of automobiles and vans. There, the student will be able to diagnose problems, check the equipment, understand the cause of a failure, carry out repairs to components, fit new parts and make the necessary adjustments.

Gain the necessary skills based on industry practices to perform truck and coach repair work for various companies while respecting Ontario codes and regulations. The program integrates repair techniques and skills based on concepts learned in the classroom.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Please inquire

N/A

$3,875

$37,500

$3,872

N/A

$3,875

N/A

$3,824

COST

34 weeks

24 weeks

1 Year

2 Years

1 Year

24 weeks

1 Year

40 weeks

2 Years

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

www.cna. nl.ca/program/ auto-body-and-collision-technician

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/ programs/detail/ automotive-refinishing-prep-technician

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/programs/detail/motor-vehicle-body-repairer

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/ programs/detail/automotive-service-technician-diploma

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/programs/detail/automotive-service-technician

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/ programs/detail/ automotive-refinishing-prep-technician

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/programs/detail/motor-vehicle-body-repairer

https://ccnb.ca/programme-detudes/ nos-programmes. aspx?SectorId=&ObjectType=1&Id=125e4d 24-1268-4970-9437-d6 8e4c13fdfa

collegeboreal.ca/en/ programs/trades/caaumotive-power-technician-truck-and-coach

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

COURSE NAME

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Service Technician - Foundation

Motive Power Fundamentals Automotive Repair

Motive Power Technician Automotive Service

Mechanical Techniques

Motive Power Techniques Automotive

Welding Techniques

Automotive Technician – Service and Management (Motive Power Technician)

TRAINING PROVIDER

COLLEGE OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC 432 Massachusetts Dr, Stephenville, NL A2N 3C1 cna.nl.ca 709-758-7284, 1-888-982-2269

COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES 2701 College Way, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 5L7 cotr.bc.ca 250-489-2751, 1-877-489-2688 roberts@cotr.bc.ca

CONESTOGA COLLEGE 299 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4M4 conestogac.on.ca 519-748-5220, 1-866-463-4484 trades@conestogac.on.ca

CONESTOGA COLLEGE 300 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4M4 conestogac.on.ca 519-748-5220, 1-866-463-4485 trades@conestogac.on.ca

CONFEDERATION COLLEGE 1450 Nakina Dr, PO Box 398, Thunder Bay, ON, P7C 4W1 confederationcollege.ca 807-472-6284, 1-800-263-9416 pbailey@confederationcollege.ca

CONFEDERATION COLLEGE 1450 Nakina Dr, PO Box 398, Thunder Bay, ON, P7C 4W1 confederationcollege.ca 807-472-6284, 1-800-263-9417 pbailey@confederationcollege.ca

DURHAM COLLEGE, WHITBY CAMPUS 1611 Champlain Ave, Whitby, ON L1N 6A7 durhamcollege.ca 905-721-2001 dccares@durhamcollege.ca

N/A

Confederation College’s Welding Techniques certificate program gives you the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to get a start in this exciting and in-demand field. Using our conventional and state-of-the-art welding power sources, you’ll get practical experience in various welding techniques. You’ll also get the shop instruction required to work towards your four position Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certification – flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead – that most employers use as the standard for employment. Courses include basic arc welding, blueprint reading, pipe to plate, T-joints, basic metallurgy, pressure plate, and advanced welding. This training program teaches students how to create work orders; diagnose engines, electrical/fuel systems, motive power driveline, directional control systems (steering, suspension and brakes) and air conditioning; understand management principles, such as business structure, accounting, human resources management and parts/supply management.

N/A

This program combines in-class learning with practical demonstrations and hands-on instruction. You start building in the first semester, taking your new skills and using them to design and create assigned projects. Topics include mechanical practices, machine shop, welding practices, engineering graphics and industrial design. Not only will you start developing skills in all areas of trades, you’ll quickly learn what area of skilled trades appeals to you most. This program covers all the basics of maintaining and repairing vehicle systems, such as electrical/electronics, fuels, brakes, gear trains, steering and suspension on motor vehicles and light trucks.

N/A

Through a combination of hands-on activities and theory-based classes, graduates from the Motive Power Fundamentals – Automotive Repair certificate program are well-positioned to enter and be successful working in this trade area. Throughout the duration of your program, you will develop a strong foundation of technical skills needed for the automotive field. You will develop safe working practices in the use of tools, machinery, and equipment and will apply fundamental communication, documentation, information technology, and computer skills to support a motive power-related work environment. To round out your training, you will be introduced to the basics of running a motive power business and relevant legal issues. This training provides a strong technical base and also focuses on motive power business, shop management and parts management. The program is structured to provide the theoretical and work-related experience that registered apprentices normally acquire in the first two years in the workplace.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

This training core offered by College of the Rockies teaches Automotive Service Technicians inspect, diagnose, repair, and service systems in cars, buses, motorcycles, and light and commercial transport trucks.

In this Automotive Service Technician program, students will get training in adjusting, testing and repairing engines, steering systems, braking systems, drive trains, vehicle suspensions, electrical systems and air conditioning systems, and how to perform wheel alignments.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

$2,722

$2,780

$2,688

$4055 - Year 1

$3,812

N/A

COST

Four semesters

32 weeks

34 weeks

2 Years

1 Year

30 weeks

35 weeks

LENGTH

https://durhamcollege.ca/programs/ automotive-technician-service-and-management-motive-power-technician

www.confederationcollege.ca/program/welding-techniques

www.confederationcollege.ca/program/ motive-power-techniques-automotive

www.confederationcollege.ca/program/mechanical-techniques

www.conestogac.on. ca/fulltime/motive-power-technician-automotive-service#PO-ATP

www.conestogac.on. ca/fulltime/motive-power-fundamentals-automotive-repair#PO-ATP

https://cotr.bc.ca/programs/automotive-service-technician/

https://cna.nl.ca/program/automotive-service-technician

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

HOLLAND COLLEGE 98 Water St, Summerside, PE, C1N 4N6 hollandcollege.com 902-888-6448, 902-629-4217 info@hollandcollege.com

N/A

Yes

The Automotive Technology program provides a comprehensive introduction to the mechanical and technological skills you’ll need to work as an automotive service technician. The program gives you a solid grounding in mechanical systems, computers, networks, electronics, and non-mechanical systems you’ll encounter on the job. You will take what you learn in the classroom and apply it in Holland College’s Automotive Technology shop. Performing Initial Vehicle Inspection is designed to provide an understanding of the preparation requirements for the initial customer consultation and vehicle inspection, as well as the steps to perform during an initial vehicle inspection. Auto Physical Damage Appraiser (APDA) Administration is designed to provide an understanding of APDA administrative duties, such as downloading assignments and planning routes, creating and maintaining estimating profiles, addressing customer concerns, and maintaining equipment. Writing a Repair Supplement provides an understanding of supplements, including defining supplements, identifying what to look for during supplement inspections, and understanding the steps to follow when processing and completing a supplement. Determining Overall Vehicle Repairability is designed to provide an understanding of the process for determining overall vehicle repairability, including determining the condition of the vehicle and actual cash value. Quality Control for the APDA is designed to provide an understanding of the relationship between the repair shop and insurer and how that relationship ties to customer satisfaction. Topics covered include when to perform quality inspections, the importance of performing quality inspections, and the items to check when inspecting structural repairs, exterior panels, and the refinish. Completing the Total Loss Process provides an understanding of how to determine Actual Cash Value (ACV) and the steps to finalize a total loss statement. The Student will learn what information is needed on a condition report, how to communicate the vehicle valuation process to the customer, how to review the ACV report for accuracy, and the steps required to finalize the total loss settlement.

Automotive Technology

Performing Initial Vehicle Inspection (AP001E01)

Auto Physical Damage Appraiser (APDA) Administration (AP015E0)

Writing a Repair Supplement (AP025V01)

Determining Overall Vehicle Repairability (AP035E01)

Quality Control for the APDA (AP040V01)

Completing the Total Loss Process (AP045V01)

Fix Network Training Centres

Fix Network operates three training centres in Canada – Milton (Ontario), Blainville (Quebec) and Calgary (Alberta). Each centre provides dedicated educational and development spaces for each of Fix Network’s lines of business: collision repair, automotive glass repair and replacement, and automotive mechanical services. The purpose of the training centres is to give new as well as seasoned technicians the opportunity to update their skills and knowledge. All training facilities are outfitted with the latest tools and technology to repair and service any vehicle that rolls through the shop door. As vehicles continue to advance and the workforce changes, the training centres help technicians keep pace with the complexity of aftermarket services. Depending on their experience and skill level, technicians could spend anywhere from a few weeks to a year at the training centre.

FIX NETWORK 8400 Lawson Rd, Unit 1 Milton, Ontario L9T 0J8 and 99 Émilien-Marcoux, Suite 101 Blainville, Quebec J7C 0B4 and 340 Midpark Way SE, Unit 106 Calgary, Alberta T2X 1P1 fixnetwork.com 416-617-8044 communications@fixnetwork.com

Get high-impact operations and management training with tools and support for real world application. OML includes: a 1-hr LIVE monthly training, a library to organize all past and future training, downloadable tools and support documents for application, an exclusive online community of members to learn with and from, and access to Dave Luehr and the Elite mentors to get questions answered. Past topics have included blueprinting, theory of constraints, quality control, SOP’s and much more. N/A

Auto Body Repair Techniques

FANSHAWE COLLEGE 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd, London, ON, N5Y 5R6 fanshawec.ca 519-452-4430, 1-800-717-4415 CMendonca@fanshawec.ca

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this program students will develop a strong understanding of the technologies and techniques used, perfect craftsmanship through actual repairs in our state-of-the-art repair shop.

Operations Monthly LIVE

COURSE NAME

ELITE BODYSHOP SOLUTIONS PO Box 246 elitebodyshopsolutions.com/ academy 615-802-3283 info@elitebodyshopsolutions.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

$225.00

$240.00

$80.00

$225.00

$95.00

$100.00

N/A

Inquire for details

$1,360

$79 a month

COST

1 Hour

2 Hours

30 minutes

1 Hour

30 minutes

2 Years

N/A

30 weeks

1 Hour

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

Training Centre

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

https://hollandcollege. com/programs/automotive-technology.html

https://fixauto.com/caon/en/contact-us/

www.fanshawec.ca/ programs/abt1-auto-body-repair-techniques/domestic/fees/ next

https://potrl6gs.pages. infusionsoft.net/

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This course is designed to help partcipants identify characteristics of carbon fiber and different composite types, understand the carbon fiber manufacturing process, identify current vehicles with carbon fiber parts, explain the visual inspection process and how to use different inspection equipment and understand the vacuum bagging repair process, including tools and materials required Vehicle Construction Material Types introduces how vehicle makers use a variety of materials to transfer collision energy around the passenger compartment and how to identify the different material types Vehicle Protection During the Repair Process will help identify steps to promote vehicle safety during the initial inspection. Learn to identify steps for safe vehicle check-in, towing, and moving. Steps to promote production shop safety are provided. Learn to identify production shop safety steps related to teardown, alternate fuel vehicles, parts storage, frame rack, major mechanical, body repairs, welding and heating, and refinishing. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: steel, aluminum, magnesium, plastics, carbon fibe, and collision energy management. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: steering, wheels and tires, brakes and stability control.

Introduction to Carbon Fiber (CFR01e)

Vehicle Construction Material Types (GE010E01)

Vehicle Protection During the Repair Process (GE025E01)

Intro to Vehicle Construction Materials (ICM00e)

Intro to Mechanical Systems Terminology Part 1 (IMT01e)

Yes

This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: general protection, structural repairs, non-structural repairs and hybrids This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: vehicle maker processes, refinishing terms, refinish materials and personal safety. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: refinishing tools, refinishing preparation, refinishing defects and corrosion protection.

Intro to Personal Safety (IPS00e)

Intro to Refinishing and Corrosion Protection - Part 1 (IRC01e)

Intro to Refinishing and Corrosion Protection - Part 2 (IRC02e)

Yes

This online self-study course contains five modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: electrical, mechanical, steering and suspension systems, protecting electronic systems and preventing vehicle damage during repair.

Intro to Mechanical Repair Terms and Vehicle Protection (IMV00e)

This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: suspension, drivetrain, air conditioning, heating and cooling.

Yes

Understanding Cycle Time as an Appraiser presents a basic definition of cycle time, how cycle time is measured and benefits of reducing cycle time. It will present APDAs with a basic understanding of blueprinting, and 100% teardown, both of which can be beneficial for improving cycle time. The course concludes with information about supplements and their effect on cycle time.

Understanding Cycle Time as an Appraiser (AP055E01)

Intro to Mechanical Systems Terminology Part 2 (IMT02e)

Yes

Processing Vehicle Salvage is designed to provide an understanding of how to determine the value of a salvage vehicle, how to complete the salvage process, and the options for disposing of a salvage vehicle.

Processing Vehicle Salvage (AP050E01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$25.00

$38.00

N/A

$75.00

$105.00

$75.00

COST

1 Hour

N/A

0.5 hours

N/A

2 Hours

1 Hour

15 minutes

LENGTH

Online

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This online self-study course contains five modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: Non-Structural Structural Structural Part Replacement Glass Damage Report Writing Introduction to Custom Painting is a one-hour course providing an overview of custom painting; various custom finishes and considerations like flash, dry, and cure time; and types of application tools, including masking equipment, air brushes, stencils, and templates. Students will gain a deeper understanding of refinish materials, the application environment and the importance of personal safety. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the airbags, seat belts, child safety seats occupant classification and additional systems of today’s vehicles. This online self-study course contains five modules designed to better understand basic tools parts 1 and 2, mechanical fastening, glass and trim, as well as estimating tools and processes. This online self-study course contains five modules designed to better understand measuring and straigtening, welding, welding methods, panel bonding and capital equipment. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: Bumpers, Front Body, Roof Panels, Doors Rear Closure Panels, Box Assemblies, and Exterior Trim Lighting. This online self-study course contains four modules designed to better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: Front Unibody Structures and Full Frames, Side and Rear Unibody Structures, Interior, Glass Trim Removal and Installation provides tips and suggestions for hardware organization that will ensure efficient removal and installation of interior trim pieces and safety precautions that should be taken before vehicle trim. Removing Panels and Assemblies for Mechanical Access covers how the collision repair process often requires removal of undamaged panels or assemblies to gain access to a damaged component in need of repair. This course will review how mechanical repairs may require vehicle disassembly in order to access other mechanical assemblies and will review common parts that are removed to access the parts behind them. Planning Mechanical Repairs will provide steps for performing a vehicle inspection and vehicle health scan and what to look for when identifying areas of concern.

Intro to Industry Repair Terms (IRT00e)

Introduction to Custom Painting (IRT00e)

Intro to Safety Systems (ISS00e)

Intro to Tools, Equipment, and Attachment Methods - Part 1 (ITM01e)

Intro to Tools, Equipment, and Attachment Methods - Part 2

Intro to Vehicle Parts Terminology - Part 1 (ITM01e)

Intro to Vehicle Parts Terminology - Part 2 (IVT02e)

Trim Removal and Installation (MK001E01)

Removing Panels and Assemblies for Mechanical Access (MK005E01)

Planning Mechanical Repairs (MK010V01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

This online self-study is designed to help better understand the following collision repair-related concepts: Damage Analysis and Vehicle Repair Preparation Structural Repair Non-Structural Repair Refinishing and Corrosion Protection Post-repair Inspection and Delivery.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Intro to Collision Repair Process Overview (IRP00e)

COURSE NAME

$220.00

$50.00

$55.00

$25.00

$35.00

$25.00

COST

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Understanding Vehicle Communications Networks introduces the student to the beginning of vehicle networks and how they have improved today’s vehicle communications. The course continues to examine the main parts that make up a communication network. Finally, the types of scan codes are identified and how these code relationships are used for evaluating faults. After completing this course, you will be able to: Characteristics of basic vehicle communications networks The characteristics of electronic control modules The characteristics of controller area networks The characteristics of multiple data bus systems Types of scan codes Code relationships for evaluating faults Introduction to Diagnostics and Tools. Electronic System Diagnostics and Repair is designed to help identify strategy-based diagnostics, ways to troubleshoot a problem with a DTC and without a DTC. Different ECU troubleshooting tips will be examined.

Understanding Vehicle Communication Networks (MK015E01)

Electronic System Diagnostics and Repair (MK020V01)

Yes

Electrical Theory provides instruction on identifying basic electrical theory concepts, including electricity, electrical current flow, resistance, and Ohm’s Law. The course also discusses the different elements of an electrical circuit, the types of circuits and electrical circuit theory. Circuit Measurements with a Digital Volt Ohm Meter (DVOM) is designed to help identify the characteristics of the Digital Volt Ohm Meter (DVOM); how to measure voltage, resistance, and current with a DVOM. Air Conditioning System Operation and Damage Analysis is designed to provide an understanding of basic A/C system parts and operation, accumulator and receiver/drier A/C system operation and damage analysis, and the types of refrigerant and oils that are used in A/C systems. Heating and Cooling System Operation and Damage Analysis is designed to provide an understanding of how a cooling system operates, the parts that make up a cooling system, and how the parts should be inspected for damage. Students will cover the purpose of, and inspection items for the oil coolers, thermostats and electrical sensors, heater core and hoses, and engine coolant. Climate Control Overview, Troubleshooting, and Service is designed to provide an understanding of how a climate control system operates, the parts that make up the system, and system damage analysis, troubleshooting, and service procedures.

Electrical Theory (MK030E01)

Circuit Measurements with a Digital Volt Ohm Meter (DVOM) (MK035E01)

Air Conditoning Systems Operation and Damage Analysis (MK055E01)

Heating and Cooling System Operation and Damage Analysis (MK065E01)

Climate Control Overview, Troubleshooting and Service (MK070E 01)

Yes

ADAS and Convenience Systems Overview and Serviceteaches students about the many comfort and convenience systems including their purpose, operations, considerations and parts. The systems explained in this course are related to: locks and entry, power sliding doors, glass and mirrors, wipers, navigation/infotainment, lighting, safety detection and the warning system. Troubleshooting Basic Electrical Circuits will help to identify the fundamentals of electrical troubleshooting. The course examines the different types of troubleshooting repair documents available, the I-CAR 5-step troubleshooting process, and the most common types of faults.

ADAS and Convenience Systems Overview and Service (MK175E01)

Troubleshooting Basic Electrical Circuits (MK180E01)

Yes

Electrical Damage Inspection will explain ways to identify electrical damage analysis considerations and common areas of inspection and provide information on how to identify types of hidden electrical damage.

Electrical Damage Inspection (MK025E01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$60.00

$55.00

$65.00

$60.00

$205.00

$75.00

COST

N/A

LENGTH

Online

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Control Programming Overview examines module programming. The course continues to introduce the society of automotive engineers (SAE) J2534-1 and J2534-2 communication. The student examines the difference between programming and coding. Finally the course provides tips for successful programming. Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Service teaches students the safety precautions when working with compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquid propane gas (LPG) vehicles. This course presents safety parameters including personnel safety, vehicle system and part safety and finally, shop safety. Several procedural examples are given for alternative fuel vehicles including inspection and part replacement. Full-Frame Replacement outlines the important preparation, planning, and organization necessary for the repair. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to properly sequence the process steps in full-frame replacement. After completing this course, you will be able to: Understand the elements that make up Safety Shield Technologies Understand the unique characteristics of the different collision prevention systems Develop a familiarity with the supplemental restraint systems including inspection and part replacement and additional restraint systems. After completing this course, you will be able to: Understand the Nissan brand vehicles line-up Explain unique considerations for repair of Titan®, GT-R®, and LEAF Understand unique repair characteristics/ consideration to prevent consumer comeback and improve satisfaction Understand Nissan vehicle structures and materials, and the repair considerations Appreciate the Certified Network Program and its importance. After completing this course, you will be able to: Understand the INFINITI brand vehicles line-up Understand unique repair characteristics/ consideration to prevent consumer comeback and improve satisfaction Understand INFINITI vehicle structures and materials, and the repair considerations Appreciate the Certified Network Program and its importance. Nissan GT-R® is a 1/2 hour online course that serves as an introduction to the Nissan GT-R. The course explains the GT-R heritage, vehicle construction, special materials, and the importance of the GT-R Certified Collision Repair Network. After completing this course, you will be able to: Explain the history of the Nissan GT-R. Identify GT-R models and features. Explain the mixed material construction of the GT-R. Explain the importance of material identification. Identify body construction considerations. List the requirements for the Nissan GT-R Certified Collision Repair Network. Explain the importance of using vehicle maker service information. Nissan GT-R Repair Considerations identifies the various repair procedures identified by Nissan for the GT-R. There are instructions on damage analysis, structural repair procedures, aluminum and carbon fiber-specific considerations, Celette bench requirements, and painting considerations.

Control Module Programming Overview (MK195V01)

Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Service (MK210E01)

Full-Frame Replacement (MK215E01)

Safety Shield Technologies (NI001E01)

Nissan Repair Considerations (NI002E01)

INFINITI Repair Considerations (NI003E01)

Nissan GT-R (NI004E01)

Nissan GT-R Repair Considerations (NI005E01)

Yes

Initialization and Calibration of Electrical Systems is intended to identify the type of information that scans and initializations provide, when initializations and calibrations are needed.

Initialization and Calibration of Electronic Systems (MK190V01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Wiring and Connector Service Repairs provides information to identify how to make wiring and connector repairs. This course examines the criteria to determine if a wire can or can not be repaired.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Wiring and Connector Service and Repairs (MK185E01)

COURSE NAME

$60.00

$65.00

$75.00

$60.00

$70.00

$205.00

$60.00

COST

N/A

0.5 Hours

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Nissan GT-R® - Diagnostics is a 1/2 hour online course that shows the driver-assistance and safety features offered on the GT-R and what must be done during repairs. After completing this course, you will be able to: Identify driver assistance systems. Explain diagnostic scan considerations. Identify other safety systems. Explain rearview camera operation and adjustments. Explain park assist system considerations. Explain steering angle sensor reset and yaw rate sensor calibration requirements. Explain SRS wiring harness considerations. Nissan LEAF® Technologies and Repair Considerations is a one-hour course focusing on the new 2018 Nissan LEAF’s features and technologies such as ProPilot Assist, e-Pedal, and other intelligent driving features. Calibration procedures for ADAS systems and repair considerations for the body structure, high voltage systems, heating and A/C, electronic cooling systems, and steering and suspension will also be discussed. Understanding the Estimate and Identifying Additional Damage provides information for improving technician understanding of the estimating process and how an estimate is written. Blueprinting for the Non-Structural Technician will identify the major components of a blueprinting process. The student is introduced to what hidden damage is and the locations damage can be found. The basic steps to find hidden damage including the use of tools, mapping, and parts organization are covered. This course additionally models how the estimator and technician work together to identify and mark damage. Planning the Repair is designed to provide an understanding of what to look for beyond the body damage when planning the repair. The student will learn what needs to be included when identifying the vehicle and when performing the vehicle inspection. Parts and Hardware Storage and Organization is designed to provide an understanding of the best practices used to store and organize parts and hardware through the use of parts carts and storage bins. Bolt-On Panels/Assemblies Removal and Installation is designed to provide an understanding of repair considerations for bolt-on body panels, the lighting assembly, and headlamp alignment. Movable Glass Removal and Installation is designed to provide an understanding of the types of movable glass and considerations for removal and replacement. Steering System Overview is designed to provide an understanding of the operation of the steering systems including rack and pinion, parallelogram, and power steering systems and the parts that make up these systems. Suspension System Overview is designed to provide an understanding of front and rear suspension system parts and operation and ride height and ride damper control parts and operation.

Nissan GT-R Diagnostics (NI006E01)

Nissan LEAF Technologies and Repair Considerations (NI007E01)

Understanding the Estimate and Identifying Additional Damage (NS001E01)

Blueprinting for the Non-Structural Technician NS005E01)

Planning the Repair (NS010V01)

Parts and Hardware Storage and Organization (NS015E01)

Bolt-On Panels/ Assemblies Removal and Installation (NS025E01)

Movable Glass Removal and Installation (NS030E01)

Steering System Overview (NS035E01)

Suspension System Overview (NS040E01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$60.00

$70.00

$60.00

$220.00

$75.00

$60.00

COST

N/A

0.5 Hours

LENGTH

Online

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Introduction to Plastics and Single-Sided Repairs (NS095E01)

Introduction to Plastics and Single-Sided Repairs is a one-hour course that provides an overview of the different types of plastics used for vehicle construction and their physically identifiable characteristics. This course examines the different types of repair methods and materials used for plastic and identify the required steps to prepare a part for application of filler and adhesive.

Yes

Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Materials is designed to provide an understanding of: the types, characteristics, locations, preparation, and application of anti-flutter foam, as well as the the types, characteristics, and uses of rigid foam and sound dampening material.

Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Materials (NS085E01)

I-CAR’s Adhesive Bonding course is designed to provide an understanding of the types and characteristics of adhesive bonding compounds. The course will address typical locations where compounds are used, preparation and application procedures, twopart adhesive removal techniques, and part attachment methods.

Yes

I-CAR’s Seam Sealer course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the purpose and types of seam sealers and seam sealer and undercoating application.

Seam Sealer (NS080E01)

Adhesive Bonding (NS090E01)

Yes

In-Process Quality Control Checks is designed to provide an understanding of quality control and the inspection items for structural areas, seam sealers, welds and fasteners, exterior panels, body filler and adhesive bonding, sublet and mechanical work, and finish and corrosion protection.

In-Process Quality Control Checks (NS065E01)

Corrosion Protection is designed to provide students with an understanding of the causes of corrosion, OEM corrosion protection methods, restoring corrosion protection during repairs, part preparation, joining surfaces, primers, chip-resistant coatings, and anti-corrosion compound.

Yes

Electronic Braking and Stability Control Systems Overview is designed to provide an understanding of anti-lock braking system (ABS) operation and damage analysis, as well as the function and operation of the traction control system (TCS) and stability control system (SCS).

Electronic Braking and Stability Control Systems Overview (NS060E01)

Corrosion Protection (NS075E01)

Yes

Brake System Overview provides information on the basic types of brake systems and their associated parts. Students will identify the operation of the brake system. Finally, students will identify key areas of inspection for the brake system including master cylinders, disk brakes, and drum brakes.

Brakes System Overview (NS055E01)

Yes

Engine Cooling and A/C Systems Overview explains basic operation and part identification of both the engine cooling system and the A/C system. Students will be able to identify parts and to which system they belong. Students will also understand basic system inspection and part damage analysis for both systems.

Engine Cooling and A/C Systems Overview (NS050E01)

Panel Removal and Preparation for Installation is designed to provide an understanding of general panel removal procedures, weld and weld-bonded removal, rivet and clinch removal, general panel preparation methods, and general panel attachment methods. The student will also learn about planning a roof panel repair, removing and installing weld-bonded roof panels, and removing and installing bonded-on roof panels.

Yes

Restraint System Overview covers seat belt operation, airbag operation and restraint system replacement. Seatbelt operation covers the function of retractors and restraints. Airbag operation covers various airbags that a vehicle can be equipped with such as dual stage airbags as well as the direction of impact. Students will also learn damage analysis and the considerations for a restraint system replacement.

Restraint System Overview (NS045E01)

Panel Removal and Preparation for Installation (NS070E01)

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$85.00

$60.00

$48.00

$60.00

$85.00

$60.00

COST

1 hour

N/A

1 hour

N/A

LENGTH

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Introduction to Two-Sided Plastic Repair helps students identify a two-sided repair and lists the steps required to prepare a damaged area for the repair process. How to repair a damage by creating a repair taper and applying adhesive and reinforcement material is also covered. Additionally, steps for repairing damaged tabs to bumper covers is explained in addition to how to work with plastic welding equipment, such as hot air welders and airless welders. After completing this course, you will be able to: explain the spot welding process, explain the power requirements for spot welding, identify the parts of a spot welder, prepare the work piece for spot welding, perform tests to determine weld quality and list the steps required for weld bonding. The hands-on course, Plastic Repair Hands-On Skills Development builds on prior online learning about repairing plastic. The instructor will monitor key performance indicators so the non-structural technician can properly identify and repair damaged plastic automotive parts. The students will perform four activities on plastic bumper cover pieces: two-sided adhesive repair, adhesive tab repair with pinning, airless welding repair and nitrogen/hot air welding repair. Students will demonstrate their proficiency at important stages of the repair that instructors will verify with their signature. At the end of the course, students will leave with enhanced real-world experience as well as useful handouts that include standard operating procedures for each plastic repair activity they performed. Composite Repair Overview examines the different types of composite material used in vehicle construction. The course explains recommended safety precautions for working with composites and shows how to perform both single- and two-sided repair on fiber-reinforced plastic. The different types of carbon fiber used in vehicle construction are discussed and repair considerations are listed for each. Composite Repair Hands-On Skills Development allows students hands-on practice in completing repairs to a composite panel using hand tools, reinforcing material, and two-part adhesives. Students will prepare the SMC props, inflict the damage to the panel, and then create three different reinforcement backings. Students will do cosmetic repair to the front side of the panel and will receive support and feedback from the instructor in every step of the process as they obtain quality control checks before they move to the next stage of the repair. Each student will receive a Sample SOP Sheet as a takeaway. Steel Panel Repair 1 is designed to provide an understanding of steel panel characteristics and repair options, basic metal working and damage repair procedures, and weld-on dent removal tools and procedures. Steel Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development is a hands-on course with exercises that will allow the students to perform and practice removing dents using a hammer and dolly, pick, and weld-on studs. Students will also use a file or sanding block to identify high and low spots and perform filler work. A steel panel representative of a vehicle panel with a body line will be used for the exercises. Steel Panel Repair 2 is designed to provide an understanding of how to use spoons to remove a dent, how to heat shrink a stretched panel, and how to use other least-invasive repair methods. Steel Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development 2 will allow students to use various repair techniques to further develop their skills in panel repair. Students will remove a series of dents using various techniques and tools such as: glue-on tabs, hammer-on and hammer-off dolly, picks, spoon, slapping files and heat shrinking tools. The complexity of the dents will gradually progress through each activity

COURSE NAME

Introduction to Two-Sided Plastic Repair (NS100E01)

Plastic Repair Hands-On Skills Development (NS105L01)

Composite Repair Overview (NS110E01)

Composite Repair Hands-On Skills Development (NS115E01)

Steel Panel Repair 1 {NS120E01}

Steel Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development 1 (NS130L01)

Steel Panel Repair 2 (NS135E01)

Steel Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development 2 (NS140L01)

$1,495

$70.00

$1,495

$85.00

N/A

$85.00

$1,395

$70.00

COST

4 hours

0.5 hours

3 hours

N/A

4 hours

N/A

LENGTH

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

Classroom

Online

Classroom

Online

Classroom

Online

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

The Torque Wrench training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of torque wrenches used with collision repairs including an overview of the various types of torque wrenches that may be used. Operation and maintenance considerations for torque wrenches are also included. Body Hammers, Dollies, Spoons, Picks, and Body Files is a tool course designed to provide the learner with a tool overview, tool operation and tool maintenance on body hammers, dollies, spoons, picks, and body files. The Drills and Drill Bits course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the various types of drills and drill bits that are commonly used in a collision repair facility including drill selection for the appropriate task, operation, safety and maintenance.

Torque Wrenches (TL006E01)

Body Hammers, Dollies, Spoons, Picks, and Files (TL007E01)

Drills and Drill Bits (TL008E01)

Yes

Thread Repair and Extraction presents an overview of thread repair and extraction tools used with collision repairs including safety considerations, operation and maintenance.

Sectioning Scenarios is designed to provide an understanding of sectioning, how to prepare a part for sectioning, how to determine sectioning locations, cutting and welding techniques, full-frame sectioning considerations, and completing the repair.

Thread Repair and Extraction Tools (TL005E01)

Sectioning Scenarios (ST095V01)

Yes

Body Filler (NS160E01)

Sectioning Overview is designed to provide an understanding of the benefits of sectioning, sectioning guidelines and preparation, how to make cuts for sectioning joints, how to weld sectioning joints, the types of GMA welded sectioning joints, and making sectioning joints. Sectioning considerations are also provided.

Yes

I-CAR’s body filler course is designed to provide an understanding of how to use and apply body filler and the methods used for straightening repair damage.

Panel Installation Using Hem Flange Hands-On Skills Development (NS155L01)

Sectioning Overview (ST090E01)

Yes

Panel Installation Using a Hem Flange Hands-on Skills Development is a hands-on skills development course that allows the students to practice on props. Students will be required to answer questions and participate in general discussions reviewing materials learned in prerequisite courses. The students will then take turns removing the door skin from an actual vehicle door while continuing with discussions of the various tools available and techniques for removing the skin. Students will install a door skin on a prop, hem a quarter panel prop, apply foam, practice applying seam sealer and apply corrosion protection materials.

Hem Flange Panel Replacement (NS150E01)

Yes

Hem Flange Panel Replacement teaches students the locations of where a hem flange can be used in a repair. Students will learn about repair planning, panel removal and panel installation considerations. Methods and tools of the removal and installation are presented. Students will also gain insight into panels that may not work for the repair. Finally, different seam sealers and the need to initialize or calibrate disassembled systems are observed.

This course will cover detail planning, sanding, buffing, polishing, and quality control. This is a hands-on course, giving you the opportunity to perform various repair procedures. Perform and practice defect removal such as dirt nibs, sand scratches, scratches, runs or sags, and buffing and polishing on a steel painted panel. Each student will receive one painted panel and will have the opportunity to use their own tools.

Yes

Aluminum Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development will allow students to use various repair techniques to further develop their skills in aluminum panel repair. Students will remove a series of dents using various techniques and tools such as: glue-on tabs, hammer-on and hammer-off dolly, picks, use of heat, weld-on studs to include tuning the welder. A hem flange without the use of adhesive will also be performed to complete the course. The complexity of the dents will gradually progress through each activity.

Aluminum Panel Dent Removal Hands-On Skills Development (NS145L01)

Sanding, Buffing, Polishing HandsOn Skills Development (RF030L01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$165.00

$65.00

$1,495

$75.00

$1,495

$75.00

$1,495

COST

0.5 hours

3 hours

1 hour

3 hours

0.75 hours

3 hours

0.25 hours

4 hours

LENGTH

Online

Classroom

Online

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2018 will cover features and collision repair procedures for several 2018 models, including North American, Asian, and European. Manufacturing trends are increasing, with more vehicle makers turning to electric propulsion and thinking about autonomy. Safety features are also trending in a big way. After completing this course, you will be able to; explain the role of new steels in new vehicle construction; describe Evasive Steering Assist technology; discuss the trend among OEMs to make advanced driver-assist systems standard; understand how OEMs are introducing autonomous vehicles before their time; summarize the latest headlamp innovations; explain Ford’s continuing surge towards the use of aluminum; recognize GM’s new approach at body repair information; identify the 2018 family of Honda Clarity models and describe the mixed material Audi A8.

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2018 (VT018E01)

Yes

Air Hammers and Attachments (TL019E01)

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2017 (VT017E01)

Yes

Air Hammers and Attachments is designed to provide a basic understanding of air hammers and attachments. The course begins by explaining the purpose of air hammers. Then, the different features of an air hammer and the variety of bit attachments are identified. Next, safety considerations are discussed when using an air hammer. Then, air hammer setup and operation is described. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for air hammers and bit attachments.

Plastic Repair Tools and Equipment (TL015E01)

After completing this course, you will be able to: List OEMs that require scans and calibrations; describe the various safety systems on modern vehicles; understand how using standard operating procedures can benefit the entire shop; use the collision advantage to help identify hidden electrical damage; determine the basic differences between OBD II and OEM codes; determine when OEM scan tools are required; recognize that they can perform diagnostics in-house, have a technician that travels between facilities (MSO), use remote diagnostics with OEM software, or sublet to an independent diagnostics-specialists; describe why maintaining good vehicle voltage for scans and troubleshooting is important; understand the limitations of electrical system self-diagnostics; explain the importance of scan tools for collision repair; discuss the growing use of composite reinforcements; understand the unique collision repair considerations for many of the new 2017 vehicle platforms; discuss the near-future trends facing the automotive industry and how they affect collision repair and understand the operation of the new battery-powered GMA (MIG) pulse welder from AMI.

Yes

The Plastic Repair Tools and Equipment course is designed to provide a basic understanding of how these tools are used to repair damaged plastic parts. The course begins with an overview of airless plastic welding tools and hot air nitrogen plastic welding equipment. Other plastic repair tools are also covered. This course continues with information about proper setup and operation of plastic repair tools and equipment, and it concludes with maintenance considerations.

Grinders and Cutoff Wheels (TL011E01)

Yes

The Grinders and Cutoff Wheels training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of grinders and cutoff wheel tools used with collision repair. The course begins by presenting an overview of angle grinders, straight die grinders, and cutoff wheel tools. Next, safety considerations for these tools are presented. The course continues with information about angle grinder, straight die grinder, and cutoff wheel tool set-up and operation. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for these tools.

Buffers (TL020E01)

Yes

The One- and Two-Part Applicators training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of one and two part applicators. The course begins by presenting an overview of one and two part applicators used with collision repairs. Next, an overview of static mixing tips is presented. The course continues with steps for cartridge preparation and concludes with information about applicator operation.

One and Two Part Applicators (TL010E01)

Buffers is designed to provide a basic understanding of buffers used with collision repairs. The course begins by presenting information about buffers used with collision repairs. Next, safety considerations for buffers are presented. The course continues with information about buffer set-up and operation. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for buffers.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$65.00

COST

1 hour

0.5 hours

LENGTH

Online

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Auto Mechanics

Pre-Apprenticeship Training

Auto Body & Collision Damage Repairer

MANITOBA INSTITUTE OF TRADES & TECHNOLOGY 130 Henlow Bay, Winnipeg, MB, R3Y 1G4 mitt.ca 204-989-6500 info@mitt.ca

MINISTRY OF TRAINING, COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES ontario.ca/page/ministry-colleges-universities 416-325-2929, 1-800-387-5516

MOHAWK COLLEGE 483 Barton St, Stoney Creek, ON, L8E 2L7 mohawkcollege.ca 905-575-2460

Automotive Systems

N/A

In this program students will learn theory and its practical application while working on automobiles in a shop setting, by performing repairs and by applying basic diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques. If you are an individual interested in working in a trade but aren’t sure where to begin without skills or experience to get a job as an apprentice, apply for this training from the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. This training is available throughout different organizations across Ontario, such as colleges or community agencies. Mohawk College’s Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer program is designed to equip students with skills required to repair today’s complex vehicles. Students will acquire job-specific skills and learn to repair dents in body panels, fenders and skirting, file, sand, grind and spray paint. They will also explore shrinking or stretching metal panels with heat treatment and welding breaks in body panels or structures; develop craftsmanship, problem-solving skills, personal pride, desirable work attitudes and a keen sense of responsibility in public and personal safety. Plus, there is the option for students to “earn while you learn” training model, combining on-the-job and in-school training.

N/A

Not sure what to do with your passion for vehicles? Look no further than the Automotive Systems program. The one-year certificate program will prepare you for work in automotive service shops and mechanic garages.Working in small labs with lots of hands-on practice, students will develop their understanding of automotive technology. From simple components to advanced computerized vehicle systems, students gain practical insight into cars and trucks and what makes them tick.

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2021 (VTO21E01)

LETHBRIDGE COLLEGE 3000 College Dr, S Lethbridge, AB, T1K 1L6 lethbridgecollege.ca 403-320-3411, 403-394-7348, 1-800-572-0103 tradeslc@lethbridgecollege.ca

Yes

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2021 is a 1-hour course that provides an overview of new and trending automotive technologies for 2021. The course provides a summary of where the automotive industry is heading, including the advancement in electric vehicle technology and vehicle maker plans specifically. Next, the course previews the 2021 new vehicle models for domestic, Asian imports, and European imports. The course concludes with a brief overview of future electronic and construction technologies that the industry will see in the coming years.

N/A

Yes

Vehicle Technology and Trends is a 1-hour course that covers trending topics in the automotive and collision industry for 2020. This is broken down by regions which are domestics, Asian imports, and European imports. This course will also touch on some of the new vehicles either being offered as a new model, or ones that have had a complete redesign for 2020. The course concludes with a discussion of future vehicles and technologies.

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2020 (VT020E01)

In this 30-week program, students will learn how to repair a customer’s vehicle in a fully operational auto repair shop. They will also learn about shop safety, inspection, diagnostics, repair and servicing of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems for automobiles and light trucks.

Yes

Vehicle Technology and Trends is a 1-hour course that covers trending topics in the automotive and collision industry for 2019. This is broken down by regions which are domestics, Asian imports, and European imports. This course will also touch on some of the new vehicles either being offered as a new model, or ones that have had a complete redesign for 2019. The course concludes with a discussion of future vehicles and technologies.

Vehicle Technology and Trends 2019 (VT019E01)

Automotive Service Technician Certificate (Foundation)

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY 12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 2M8 kpu.ca 604-599-2000 study@kpu.ca

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$74.00

$59.00

$80.00

COST

3 semesters

Up to 52 weeks

9 Months

1 Year

30 weeks

1 hour

LENGTH

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

www.mohawkcollege. ca/programs/skilledtrades/auto-body-collision-damage-repairer-310b

www.ontario.ca/page/ prepare-apprenticeship

https://mitt.ca/programs/post-secondary-programs/34/ auto-mechanics

https://lethbridgecollege.ca/programs/automotive-systems

https://calendar.kpu. ca/programs-az/ trades-technology/ automotive-service-technician/automotive-service-technician-certificate/

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Technology

Auto Body and Collision Technician

Automotive Service Technician Pre-Apprenticeship for Women

Motive Power Technician Automotive (Co-op)

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized Certificate

NEW BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1234 Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB, E1C 8H9 nbcc.ca 888-796-6222 collegeworks@nbcc.ca

NEW BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1234 Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB, E1C 8H9 nbcc.ca 888-796-6223 collegeworks@nbcc.ca

NEW BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGESAINT JOHN CAMPUS 950 Grandview Ave, Saint John, NB, E2J 4C5 nbcc.ca 506-658-6600 collegeworks@nbcc.ca

NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA 100 Niagara College Bvld, Welland, ON, L3C 7L3 niagaracollege.ca 905-735-2212 myfuturenc@niagaracollege.ca

NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA 100 Niagara College Bvld, Welland, ON, L3C 7L3 niagaracollege.ca 905-735-2213 myfuturenc@niagaracollege.ca

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE 1685 South Dogwood St, Campbell River, BC, V9W 8C1 nic.bc.ca 1-800-715-0914 questions@nic.bc.ca

N/A

Automotive Service Technician

MOHAWK COLLEGE 483 Barton St, Stoney Creek, ON, L8E 2L7 mohawkcollege.ca 905-575-2460

NAPA napacanada.com

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

NAPA Autotech offers a wide variety of convenient, cost-effective ways to train automotive professionals. In addition to self-paced and eLearning, NAPA Autotech offers classes in: diagnostics, hybrid electric vehicles, heating and cooling, steering, suspension and driveline, brake systems, drivability (ignition and fuel systems), electrical/electronics, emissions, light truck diesel, and service sales. Each class provides technicians with hands-on learning activities and each participant receives a course manual to bring back to the shop. All classes are 100% technical and are delivered by experienced ASE certified training specialists. NAPA is in partnership with RLO Training. Lincoln Tech and NAPA have developed a strategic relationship to ensure that LTI’s automotive training programs remain up-to-date and of high quality.

You will train in a shop similar to that found in a normal work environment. Special emphasis is placed on brake system servicing; steering, suspension service and wheel alignment; scheduled vehicle service; vehicle electrical and electronic systems; safety; and troubleshooting techniques. Also offered at the Port Alberni campus.

You will be analyzing and solving complex motive system problems and diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electronic and electrical motive power components and systems. Gain practical experience using troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to support automotive transportation in a co-op work term.

This Pre-Apprenticeship program is designed for the student to obtain career experience through theoretical and practical lab experiences at the college, learn about maintenance and repair services for motive power vehicles, diagnosing problems, followed by an eight week work placement with an employer.

Repair and restore damaged motor vehicle body parts and interior finishing components, repaint body surfaces, and repair and replace automotive glass. Learn how to prime, paint, weld, apply body filler, conduct fibreglass repair, as well as how to operate manual, electric and pneumatic tools.

Through a blend of classroom and practical work, students will learn how to diagnose, service and repair complex components using mechanical skills and electronic diagnostic equipment. This apprenticeable trade will prepare students well for contemporary computerized shops.

N/A

Acquire sound theoretical knowledge and practical applications to meet the challenges of increasingly complex vehicles and testing techniques. Develop diagnostic capabilities, skills to perform maintenance and mechanical repairs, and learn about major automotive assemblies, engines, running gear, chassis, electrical, and fuel systems.

Automotive service technicians diagnose, service and repair a wide range of vehicle issues, including: steering, electrical, suspension, brakes, engines, fuel, exhaust, electronics and accessories for these systems. Students will learn techniques such as brazing, cutting, and welding. This course is also offered at the Saint John campus.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

$2,399

N/A

$3,380

N/A

COST

30 weeks

2 Years

24 weeks

1 Year

2 Years

1 Year

N/A

4 semesters

LENGTH

Hybrid

nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/ trades-technical/ transportation-programs/automotive-service-technician-harmonized-certificate/

niagaracollege.ca/ trades/program/motive-power-automotive/#overview

niagaracollege.ca/ trades/program/automotive-preapprenticeship-women/

nbcc.ca/programs-courses/ program-details?baseCurriculumId=562 2c0b9-23bb-4bbd-b eb3-670909357063

nbcc.ca/programs-courses/program-details?baseCurriculumId=da0e2a90-8 c32-45d7-bcf5-9c76e5 af9c95

nbcc.ca/ programs -courses/ program-details? base CurriculumId =69df2589 -32ef-4654-afca -7a4e166caab9

https://help.napaautotech.com/_layouts/15/ PublicScheduleAT/ ClassSchedule.aspx

www.mohawkcollege. ca/programs/skilledtrades/automotive-service-technician-310s

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Pre-Employment Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Training

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Service and Repair

Auto Body and Collision Repair

Collision Repair/ Refinishing Prep Technician

NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 11762 - 106 St, Edmonton, AB, T5G 2R1 nait.ca 780-378-7271, 780-378-7205, 1-877-333-6251 brycen@nait.ca

NORTHERN LIGHTS COLLEGE 10808 15 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3Z3 nlc.bc.ca 250-782-5585 trades@nlc.bc.ca

NORTHLANDS COLLEGE Parcel M - Hwy 2 N Box 1000, Air Ronge, SK, S0J 3G0 trainnorth.ca 306-425-4483 applications@northlandscollege.sk.ca

NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 21 Woodlawn Road Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2W 2R7 nscc.ca 902-491-4900 akerley.info@nscc.ca

NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 21 Woodlawn Road Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2W 2R7 nscc.ca 902-491-4911 akerley.info@nscc.ca

OKANAGAN COLLEGE, KELOWNA CAMPUS T115 - 1000 KLO Rd. Kelowna BC V1Y 4X8 Canada okanagan.bc.ca/ trades@okanagan.bc.ca

Progi Training

Pre-Employment Auto Body Repair

NORTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 11762 - 106 St, Edmonton, AB, T5G 2R1 nait.ca 780-378-7271, 780-378-7205, 1-877-333-6250 brycen@nait.ca

PROGI 500 Rue St Georges bureau 200, Trois-Rivières, QC G9A 2K8 progi.com/en 819-370-3198 info@progi.com

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

In Okanagan College’s Collision Repair/Refinishing Prep Technician course students with little or no previous experience in the automotive collision trade will learn the necessary skills to seek employment in this industry. Students will learn subject matter including Automotive Collision Repair and Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician, allowing students the opportunity to enter one of three different apprenticeships. The program includes a two-week industry work placement where students gain practical skills. Progi offers various types of training, according to material complexity and users needs. The company can accommodate both individual sessions and small groups for training at its Trois-Rivières, Que., headquarters. Remote training is available for individuals or groups connected by phone to the instructor. He/she is also connected to the client’s computer and can demonstrate the techniques explained directly on-screen. If needed, Progi will offer on-site training.

N/A

In this program, you learn procedures for welding, repairing and aligning body panels. You also learn how to prepare and paint surfaces, and how to use electronic databases to estimate costs related to vehicle damage. Students learn skills required to meet I-CAR Canada standards.

Gain knowledge and skills related to the service and repair of the mechanical and electrical systems of automobiles and light trucks, then apply those skills during a work term.

N/A

Northern Lights College’s Automotive Service Technician Foundation Training program consists of Foundation and Level 1 Automotive Service Technician Technical training as per the ITA prescribed curriculum. This program meets the ITA prerequisite for Level 2 technical training. Automotive Service Technician is a nationally designated trade under the Interprovincial Red Seal program, according to Northern Lights College. Successful completion of the Automotive Service Technician Foundation Program results in the student acquiring credit for Level 1 AST technical training and 450 work-based hours, and eligibility to move into Level 2 Apprenticeship training once they have a sponsor. In this program students will learn to diagnose, repair, service and maintain advanced mechanical and electrical systems in vehicles, and get plenty of practical, hands-on training.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

The Pre-employment Automotive Service Technician program is a short-term program that combines applied academic skills, employability skills and introductory trade/occupation competencies, preparing grads for entry-level positions in the automotive industry.

Industry regulations, component removal and installation, substrate preparation, welding, and basic sheet metal repair. Graduates of the program can challenge the first-period apprenticeship-related theory examination for the autobody technician program.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

N/A

$5,722

$3,620 $11,690

N/A

$4,581

N/A

$193 per credit

COST

N/A

10 Months

1 Year

36 weeks

33 weeks

16 weeks

15 weeks

LENGTH

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

https://progi.com/en/ services/training/

www.okanagan. bc.ca/collision-repairrefinishing-prep-technician#program_details

www.nscc.ca/learning_ programs/programs/ plandescr.aspx?prg=ABCR&pln=AUTOBODRP

www.nscc.ca/learning_ programs/programs/ plandescr.aspx?prg=ASRP&pln=AUTOSERVRE

https://trainnorth.ca/automotive-service-technician/

www.nlc.bc.ca/ Programs/All-Programs-Alphabetical/ Automotive-Service-Technician-Foundation-Trades-DC

www.nait.ca/programs/ automotive-service-technician-pre-employment?term=2020-fall&tiletabs=program-tuition

www.nait.ca/programs/ auto-body-pre-employment?term=2020-fall

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

N/A

This applied certificate provides a solid foundation in the knowledge and skills needed to work in automotive painting. Students will dismantle and assemble vehicles, hammer out small dings, prepare, prime and refinish vehicle panels, and repair paint defects. They will also spend a week in an autobody shop. The Automotive Service Technician course is a one-year certificate program offered in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon. You’ll learn how to diagnose, repair, service and maintain advanced mechanical and electrical systems in today’s vehicles.

Auto Body Repair

Automotive Service Technician Preparation

Auto Body Technician

Automotive Painter

Automotive Service Technician

SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGIES Ste. 118 - 335 Packham Ave, Asimakaniseekan Askiy Reserve, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 4S1 siit.ca 306-244-4444, 1-877-282-5622 info@siit.ca

SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGIES Ste. 118 - 335 Packham Ave, Asimakaniseekan Askiy Reserve, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 4S1 siit.ca 306-244-4444, 1-877-282-5623 info@siit.ca

SAULT COLLEGE 443 Northern Ave, Sault Ste. Marie,ON, P6B 4J3 saultcollege.ca 705-759-2554, 1-800-461-2261 studentrecruitment@saultcollege.ca

Motive Power Fundamentals Automotive Repair

N/A

Through this course, students will receive practical training in: basic and advanced metal work; basic and advanced painting; benchwork and safe working procedures; door servicing, glass installation and electrical systems; front sheet metal and plastic material repair; industry communications and math; and welding.

Collision Repair and Refinishing

RED RIVER COLLEGE 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0J9 rrc.mb.ca 204-632-2327, 1-800-903-7709 register@rrc.ca

SASKATCHEWAN POLYTECHNIC 1130 Idylwyld Dr, N Saskatoon, SK, S7K 3R5 saskpolytech.ca 306-659-4067, 1-866-467-4278 reginbox.saskatoon@saskpolytech.ca

N/A

This program includes classroom and hands on training, life skills training, career planning, and safety tickets. Students can also complete a work practicum and can earn 360 hours of trade time credit toward apprenticeship.

Automotive Technician - Diploma

Learn how to identify basic automotive system problems. Also learn how to identify, inspect and test automotive engine components and systems. You will learn how to disassemble and assemble components to the required specifications.

In this course you will gain experience and knowledge about how to repair and replace front-end components, body components, doors and frames, and underbody components.

This program develops the skills for working with minor sheet metal damage, including aluminum substrates. It also covers minor panel replacement; interior and exterior trim; moulding removal and installation; proper methods of substrate preparation and refinishing; and repair estimating.

Training alternates between three sessions of classroom instruction and three sessions of four-week work experience placements. Classroom instruction will broaden your knowledge in the automotive electronics area and will also cover engine management, fuel injection and ABS brakes.

N/A

RED RIVER COLLEGE 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0J9 rrc.mb.ca 204-632-2327, 1-800-903-7708 register@rrc.ca

Students will develop the knowledge and skills required to disassemble, inspect, machine, calibrate and reassemble motor vehicle units and components. They will study internal combustion engines, automatic and standard transmissions, brakes, steering, electrical circuits, wiring and fuel systems.

Automotive Technician Certificate

RS Finishing Systems provides quality on-site custom training by experienced field technicians on all of their products and installations. This includes spraybooths, Uno-Liner frame machines, Reglo man lifts and Air Pipe Canada air piping equipment. The training is important to ensure that proper quality and efficiency is maximized and to all safety standards when working with the purchased equipment.

RED RIVER COLLEGE 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0J9 rrc.mb.ca 204-632-2327, 1-800-903-7707 register@rrc.ca

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Custom Equipment Training

COURSE NAME

R. S. FINISHING 145 Industrial Pkwy. Unit #2 Aurora, ON L4G 3V5 rsfinishing.com 1-905-881-9768 info@RSFinishing.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

$2,716

$8,500

$11,680

$7,200

N/A

$5,442

$4,955

$5,009

N/A

COST

2 semesters

36 weeks

16 weeks

30 weeks

12 weeks

10 weeks

1 Year

Varies

LENGTH

Hybrid

.saultcollege.ca /programs/skilledtrades-and-t ransportation/ motive-powerfundamentals -automotive-repair

https://saskpolytech.ca/ programs-and-courses/ programs/Automotive-Service-Technician.aspx

https://saskpolytech.ca/ programs-and-courses/ programs/Automotive-Painter.aspx

https://saskpolytech.ca/ programs-and-courses/programs/Auto-Body-Technician. aspx

https://siit.ca/programs/ auto-service-preparation/

https://siit.ca/programs/ auto-body-repair/

https://catalogue.rrc. ca/Programs/WPG/ Fulltime/COLFF-CT/ Overview

https://catalogue.rrc. ca/Programs/WPG/ Fulltime/AUTDF-DP/ Overview

https://catalogue.rrc. ca/Programs/WPG/ Fulltime/AUTTF-CT/ Overview

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

Training Centre

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Throughput Production Management

Skills Canada Collision Repair Program

SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES 180 Brunel Road, Mississauga, ON, L4Z1T5 sherwin-automotive.com 905-890-4226 james.b.owens@sherwin.com

SKILLS CANADA 294 Albert St, Ottawa skillscompetencescanada.com/en/ 1(877)754-5226

Automotive Service Technology

Pre-Employment Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Service Technician Foundation

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 http://tru.ca 250-828-5001 admissions_trades@tru.ca

Pre-employment Auto Body

Motive Power Technician Advanced Repair

SAULT COLLEGE 443 Northern Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6B 4J3 saultcollege.ca 705-759-2554, 1-800-461-2262 studentrecruitment@saultcollege.ca

SOUTHERN ALBERTA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1301 - 16 Ave, NW Calgary, AB, T2M 0L4 sait.ca 403-284-8471, 1-877-284-7248 transportation.info@sait.ca

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

Students will learn general shop practice, automotive fundamentals and how to operate basic test equipment. They will also be able to learn from instructors with over 40 years of experience in the trade. Students can also bring in their own vehicles to work on if it is relevant to the class material. Graduates receive first-year credit for apprenticeship technical training after completing the program.

N/A

Students will develop hands-on skills in preventative maintenance, basic diagnosis and repairs on cars and light-duty trucks.

This program prepares students on how to work as an apprentice for an automotive service technician. It combines modern equipment in a shop environment, as well as automotive theory and business courses. Automotive courses are provided in a combination of classroom, lab and shop environments.

N/A

This program promotes careers in the collision repair industry. It also allows for students to compete in competitions across Canada. The Skills Canada Collision Repair Program has a lot of hands-on training opportunities and gain knowledge during their experience as a competitor. This 12-week program provides an alternative entry into the auto body industry. Students will acquire the skills to prepare a vehicle for auto body repair by removing paint finish, taping, sanding and masking. You will learn safe auto body prep and detail practices and procedures. Hands-on practice includes substrate preparation, application of fillers and undercoats, sanding, taping and masking, installation and detail, component removal, safety and tools.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

The production management workshop methods learned will identify and define all related procedures to process a repair in the most cost-effective manner for the collision facility, vehicle owner and insurance provider.

Designed to prepare students to repair a wide variety of cars, trucks and heavy equipment, as well as work with parts and service, this program will teach you how to analyze, diagnose and solve various motive power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

$4,665

$5,460

$6,248

$6,121

N/A

$2,716

COST

29 weeks

12 Weeks

2 Years

12 weeks

N/A

4 hours

4 semesters

LENGTH

Hybrid

Classroom

Other

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

www.tru.ca/trades/ trades-programs/automotive-service-technician.html

www.sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ pre-employment-certificates/pre-employment-automotive-service-technician

www.sait.ca/programs-and-courses/ diplomas/automotive-service-technology

www.sait.ca/apprenticeships-and-trades/ apprenticeship-and-pre-employment-programs/ pre-employment-certificates/pre-employment-auto-body

www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/crp/

sherwin-automotive.com

https://saultcollege.ca/ Programs/Programs. asp?progcode=4044&cat=overview&groupcode=SKI

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

Automotive Technician

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinish

Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation

Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Foundation Certificate

Automotive Service Technician

UNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 7M8 http://ufv.ca 604-847-5448, 604-504-7443 apprenticeship@ufv.ca

VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1155 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 4V5 http://vcc.ca 604-871-7000, 1-866-565-7827 apprentice@vcc.ca

VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY 900 Fifth St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5S5 http://programs.viu.ca 250-740-6400, 1-888-920-2221 info@viu.ca

COURSE NAME

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF THE NORTH, THE PAS CAMPUS Box 3000, 436 - 7th St, E The Pas, MB, R9A 1M7 http://ucn.ca 204-627-8500, 1-866-627-8500 admissions@ucn.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

Students will acquire the knowledge needed to work as an automotive service technician. From safe working practices, to diagnosing service steering systems, to how to conduct yourself on the shop floor students will walk away with everything they need to know to be a successful automotive service technician. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Foundation Certificate and 450 hours toward the first level of apprenticeship training. This entry-level program gives students the knowledge and skills to work as an auto mechanic. The Automotive Service Technician course offers daily lectures, seminars and demonstrations of current servicing techniques, as well as extensive practical training in a functioning automotive bodyshop setting.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Students will learn how the ins and outs on how to finish damaged vehicles in VCC’s state-of-the-art auto body shop, as well as learning prime and repair. Training within the program is done with modern equipment and the latest techniques and the program is accredited for apprenticeship.

This program allows for students to work in a modernized automotive repair and paint shop that is equipped with leading-edge technology and equipment. Acquire the technical skills necessary to perform in any shop while also developing design flair for working on custom vehicles, hot rods and race cars.

Graduates of the Automotive Service Technician program will be ready to enter into the autmotive industry with the skills needed to succeed. Students will learn how to use specialized equipment, service break, steering and suspension systems, perform engine service and repair, service engine support systems and service electrical systems.

The Automotive Technician program teaches students the basic purpose, construction, operation, service of component parts and how to assemby an automobile. They will also learn how to disassemble, inspect, machine callibrate and reassemble motor vehicle units and components.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

$4,612

$3,719

$3,983

$5,898

$6,398

$4,017

COST

10 Months

8 Months

35 weeks

34 weeks

1 year

LENGTH

Hybrid

www.viu.ca/programs/ trades-applied-technology/automotive-service-technician

https://vcc.ca/ programscourses/ transportation-trades/ automotive-service/ automotive-service-technician-harmonized-foundation/

vcc.ca/programscourses/transportation-trades/collision-and-refinishing/ automotive-collision-and-refinishing-foundation-certificate/?utm_ source=website&utm_ medium=online&utm_ campaign=VCCCMSRedirect

https://ufv.ca/automotive_collision_repair/

ufv.ca/automotive/

www.ucn.ca/sites/ academics/tradetech/ programofferings/automotive/Pages/Automotive.aspx

LINK TO REGISTER

CORE TRAINING

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Fixed Glass Removal and Installation is designed to provide an understanding of the characteristics of fixed glass. Instruction will be provided on fixed glass removal procedures, glass and vehicle preparation for fixed glass installation, fixed glass adhesive characteristics, and windshield installation procedures. Bonded Glass Tools implements a variety of multimedia, providing instruction on the various types of tools used in the removal of bonded glass. Each tool module includes an overview, safety, operation, and maintenance procedures. Glass and Advanced Driver Assist Systems will teach technicians about systems that are related to and impacted by windshield repair, replacement, and R&I procedures. Further instruction will be provided on what technicians need to look for when determining if the system has been damaged and needs to be replaced. After completing this course, you will be able to: Identify various types of windshield damage, identify various types of driver assist systems. Understand and describe how the various types of ADAS work, be able to identify some of the issues regarding removing or replacing windshields connected to ADAS, identify ADAS parts located near or attached to the windshield, remove ADAS parts and store properly, install ADAS parts and identify the two primary types of calibration.

COURSE NAME

Fixed Glass Removal and Installation (ST050E01)

Bonded Glass Tools (TL038E01)

Windshields and Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) (VT250E01)

$80.00

N/A

$70.00

COST

1 hour

0.5 hours

1 hour

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

GLASS TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

VALE TRAINING SOLUTIONS 2424 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX 76011 valetrainingsolutions.com 817-633-4800

AUTOMOTIVE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER 24 Wells Street Worcester, MA 01604 fixhybrid.com/hands-ontraining/ 508 826 4546 Craig@fixhybrid.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

This is a seven-day class held in Worcester, Massachusetts designed to answer repairer questions about EMV; any vehicle with an orange cable. After receiving requests for hands-on courses, the Automotive Career Development Center introduced its Up Your Voltage! class.

This course is designed for shop owners and technicians to learn training techniques specific to electric and hybrid vehicles, get access to the right equipment, service information, and tools, as well as marketing and management advice.

Electric Drive Class

Up Your Voltage Class

Qualified Shop Program

N/A

This is a five-day class held in Worcester, Massachusetts. All of the Automotive Career Development Center (ACDC) fleet of cars (14+ vehicles) will be on-site. Most popular HEVs are Gen I, II, III Prius, Toyota Highlander, Camry HEV, Honda Civic I and II, Insight I, Accord HEV I, Ford Escape, Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt and Kia Niro EV. ACDC has lots of parts to work with, scan tools, and scopes. The class is based on today’s technology and teaching methods. What you are missing in your training will be answered.

Amped Up Class

Electric & Hybrid Vehicles Estimatics

N/A

This course is designed to equip repairers with EMV repair knowledge. An EMV is any car with an orange cable, says the Automotive Career Development Center. This is a three-day class held in Worcester, Massachusetts, is limited to four people. The class is based on today’s technology and teaching methods. Whatever elements you are missing in your EMV repair training, this course will fill the gaps.

Learn how to generate damage estimates on hybrid and electric vehicles. Students will also learn the safety and knowledge needed to repair hybrid and EVs. The course is designed for the student that is well-versed in writing estimates and wants an edge and insight into the quickly emerging Hybrid and Electric vehicle market that is approaching worldwide

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$795.00

$730 /2 years

$5,800

$4,500

$3,400

COST

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

valetrainingsolutions. com/our-courses/ electric -hybrid-vehicles/

fixhybrid.com/ qualified-shop-program/

fixhybrid.com/handson-training/

fixhybrid.com/ hands-on-training/

LINK TO REGISTER

HYBRID / EV TRAINING

2 Days

N/A

1 Week

5 Days

3 Days

LENGTH

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE 12160 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 3J2 British Columbia autotrainingcentre.com 888-546-2886

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

Yes

Working Safely Around Hazardous Materials discusses the ways workers may be exposed to hazardous materials and their effects on the body. You will learn to identify hazardous material exposure situations and hazardous material categories. Learners will receive instruction on how to identify protective clothing, eye protection, hearing protection, and respiratory protection recommended for use around hazardous materials. Workplace Safety will help you identify safety protocols when working at a repair facility. You will learn work and tool safety, storage regulations, repair facility maintenance and emergency handling protocols, and workplace education requirements. Safety Data Sheets and Labels explains why hazardous materials regulations were developed and covers the information found in a safety data sheet (SDS). Students will learn how to interpret SDS information and how to apply it. Students will also learn to identify and explain the different types of labels, recognize the specified elements of supplier labels, and know the difference between supplier, workplace, and “other means of identification” labels. Hazardous Waste Disposal examines the appropriate training and identification regarding hazardous waste. This course explains how the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determines when a substance becomes a waste and the different EPA guidelines that quantify the classes of generated waste. Instruction is provided on the proper clean-up and disposal of leaks and spills of potentially hazardous materials including recycling and emergency spill kits. Hazardous Airborne Pollutants will identify environmental compliance requirements for hazardous airborne pollutants. You will learn to identify hazardous airborne pollutants, regulations for hazardous airborne pollutants, how to develop an in-house program to manage compliance, and how to reduce hazardous airborne pollutants in your facility. Refinishing techniques related to hazardous airborne pollutant reduction will also be discussed. Floor Jacks, Stands, and Lifts is designed to provide a basic understanding of floor jacks, jack stands, and lifts used with collision repairs including operation and safety considerations. Impact Tools provides an overview of impact tools used with collision repairs including safety considerations, operation and maintenance considerations.

Working Safely Around Hazardous Materials

Workplace Safety (GE020E01)

Safety Data Sheets and Labels (GE030E01)

Hazardous Waste Disposal (GE035E01)

Hazardous Airborne Pollutants (GE040E01)

Floor Jacks / Stands / Lifts (TL002E01)

Impact Tools (TL003E01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Auto Repair Master Class for Shop Success

COURSE DESCRIPTION This class includes a live three-hour instruction, one-on-one consultation before and after the event, and supporting documents. This virtual event is jam-packed with actionable tips on how to thrive during this COVID outbreak, maintaining car count and cash flow, marketing in the digital age and more.

COURSE NAME

Free

N/A

$50.00

$38.00

$247.00

COST

0.5 hours

N/A

1 hour

3 Hours

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

autotrainingcentre.com/ automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/collision-estimating/

LINK TO REGISTER

HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Random Orbital (RO) Sander is designed to provide a basic understanding of RO sanders that will allow the user to safely and properly operate this tool. The course begins by presenting an overview of RO sanders used with collision repairs. Next, information about RO sander safety, set-up, and operation is presented. The course concludes with maintenance considerations for RO sanders. Dust Extraction is designed to provide a basic understanding of dust extraction. The course begins by explaining the purpose of dust extraction. The different types of dust extraction equipment are then described. Next, safety considerations are discussed when using dust extraction equipment. Then, dust extraction equipment setup and operation is described. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for dust extraction equipment. Temperature Monitoring Tools is designed to provide a basic understanding of temperature indicators and noncontact infrared thermometers. The course begins by presenting information about heat indicators such as heat detection crayons, heat detection paint, and heat monitoring strips used with collision repairs. Next, heat indicators operation is presented. The course continues with information about noncontact thermometers. Then, safety considerations and tool operation for noncontact thermometers is discussed. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for noncontact thermometers. Air Movement Equipment is designed to provide a basic understanding of air movement equipment used with refinishing. The course begins by presenting information about the types of air movement associated with drying a waterborne finish. This is followed by an overview of air movement equipment used with refinishing. Next, safety considerations for air movement equipment are presented. The course continues with information about air movement equipment set-up and operation. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for air movement equipment. Eraser Wheels is designed to provide a basic understanding of eraser wheels. The course begins by explaining the purpose of an eraser wheel. Next, eraser wheel safety and personal protection is discussed. Then, eraser wheel operation is described. The course concludes by explaining maintenance considerations for eraser wheels. Solvent Recyclers is designed to provide a basic understanding of solvent recyclers used in refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of a solvent recycler. Then, the common types of solvents used in a solvent recycler are identified. Next, personal and equipment safety requirements are discussed when using a solvent recycler. Then, solvent recycler setup and operation is described. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for solvent recyclers.

COURSE NAME

Random Orbital Sanders (TL021E01)

Dust Extraction (TL022E01)

Temperature Monitoring Tools (TL027E01)

Air Movement Equipment (TL028E01)

Eraser Wheels (TL029E01)

Solvent Recyclers (TL032E01)

Free

COST

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING

0.5 hours

LENGTH

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Estimating Best Practices

Job Costing for Collision Repair

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0715

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0716

N/A

This training gives you the basics to understand job costing. This course covers in job costing overview and provides insights on what impacts body, paint and related materials, parts and sublet profitability. Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit.

Heavy Duty Truck Collision Repair

N/A

In this course, you will learn: how to perform a thorough visual inspection of structural damage; where and how damages exist based on collision dynamics and structural design; the measuring principles and techniques used with self-centering and electronic measuring systems; how to perform a complete damage analysis using Chief’s Damage Simulator; the repair principles and techniques required to effectively remove damages and wheel alignment basics with Wheel Alignment by RAV America.

AFA Course (Advanced Frame Analysis) Focused on Pickup and Sport Utility

This training gives a systematic approach to discovering and ensuring that all the “Not Included” items required to restore a vehicle to its pre-accident condition are inlcuded in the repair plan.

Yes

This advanced course covers collision theory of body-on-frame vehicles, with a specific emphasis on pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles; visual inspection of the vehicle‚ lower and upper structures to determine types of misalignment; hands-on measuring and analyzing collision damage; computerized measuring and structural damage reports; plan and set up a structural repair and analyzing damaged and misaligned steering and suspension components. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00002.

N/A

CHIEF UNIVERSITY/ CHIEFAUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES 996 Industrial Dr, Madison, IN, 47250 chiefautomotive.com/Training and Support/ 800-445-9262

N/A

I-CAR Approved MVP Business Development Series courses are grouped into the five functional areas of collision center business operations: Administration Courses, production courses, leadership courses, sales & marketing, and financial management. Courses are scheduled throughout the year at the Toronto PPG Business Development Centre at 2301 Royal Windsor Dr, UNIT 6, Mississauga, Ont.

N/A

Offering training and other support through the CARSTAR U learning institute, CARSTAR has many systems in place to help get your location open and turning a profit. With teams to support marketing, operations, insurance and fleet, CARSTAR provides a community of support for independent shop owners.

CHC PAINT AND BODY SUPPLIES chcpaint.com/trainingservices.php

N/A

This class includes a live three-hour instruction, one-on-one consultation before and after the event, and supporting documents. This virtual event is jam-packed with actionable tips on how to thrive during this COVID outbreak, negotiate with insurance companies, master estimatics for profit, market in the digital age and more.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

N/A

Collision Repair Master Class for Shop Success

AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING INSTITUTE 12161 88 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 3J2 autotrainingcentre.com 888-546-2887

The Ally leadership development course is a personalized, six-month program designed to unlock the full potential of both current and future leaders. Candidates work weekly, one-on-one and live online with their coach. The course offers: customized individual sessions, strengths and motivations assessment and flexible, bite-sized learning modules.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

CARSTAR CARSTARFranchise.ca

Leadership Development Course

COURSE NAME

ALLY BUSINESS SOLUTIONS PH404- 88 Palace Pier Court Toronto,M8V4C2 allybusinesscoaching.com/ 416-587-1748 jayperryally@gmail.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$247.00

$3,900

COST

30 minutes

2 days

1 day

2 days

N/A

3 Hours

6 Months

LENGTH

Online

Classroom

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

collisionadvice.com/ mikes-online-amicourses/

collisionadvice.com/ mike-anderson-seminar-programs/

http://chcpaint.com/ trainingservices.php

autotrainingcentre.com/ automechanic-auto-body-school-surrey/auto-detailing-vancouver/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

COURSE NAME

Management’s Guide to Scanning and New Technology

Parts Management for Collision Repair

Scheduling Best Practices

You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

Profitability for Collision Repair

KPI Basics

Color Compass University

Automotive Training

Automotive Webinars

TRAINING PROVIDER

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0717

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0718

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0719

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0720

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0721

COLLISION ADVICE 6715 Oak Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22306 collisionadvice.com 703-898-0722

COLOR COMPASS UNIVERSITY #101-1368 United Blvd. Coquitlam, BC Canada V3K 6Y2 colorcompass.com/university 604.526.4641

EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS INSTITUTE 4615 E. Industrial Suite 1E Simi Valley, CA, 93063 esiseminars.com/ (866)526-3039

EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS INSTITUTE 4616 E. Industrial Suite 1E Simi Valley, CA, 93063 esiseminars.com/ (866)526-3040

When you are ready to gain control of your business, ESi, Educational Seminars Institute, is your premier source for service advisor training, automotive coaching, and auto repair management consulting.

The Educational Seminars Institute, is your premier source for automotive training through auto repair management consulting, service advisor training, and automotive coaching. Through our custom-tailored automotive training for your business, we can guide you to increased profits.

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Free

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COST

Varies

N/A

30 minutes

45 minutes

108 minutes

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

esiseminars.com/ webinars

esiseminars.com/ automotive-training

colorcompass.com/ university

collisionadvice.com/ mikes-online-amicourses/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

Color Compass University offers both scheduled and on-demand technical training and business-management workshops, from comprehensive welding training utilizing the latest in equipment to industry-leading production, business management and financial performance courses.

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This training focuses on the essentials of collision repair profitability. This includes topics such as calculating gross and net profit, calculating break-even, ways to increase revenue, optimizing your sales mix, and improving labor, parts, painting materials, and sublet versus profit. Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit. This training outlines the basics of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The course covers the five categories of collision repair center KPI’s, which include; financial, estimating, cycle time, parts and CSI. Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit.

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I-CAR ALLIANCE

This training outlines why it is important to research OEM repair procedures and why we need to scan vehicles before and after repairs.Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit.

This training discusses benefits gained through proper scheduling, such as even flow, balance, best use of resources, pay consistency, reduced cycle time, improved touch time and, most important, improved profitability. Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit.

This training focuses on the methods needed to improve the parts-management process, including a parts-management overview, parts manager responsibilities and best practices for each step in the parts-management process. Those who complete the course also get a one-hour AMi Credit.

This AMi online training give you the essential information you need to know in one easy to navigate place to help you make decisions about scanning and other new technologies. Includes interviews from shop managers and industry experts. Those who complete the course also get a two-hour AMi Credit.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

Analyzing Theft Damage (EA020E01)

Analyzing Vandalism Damage (EA015E01)

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures Rear (EA010E01)

Analyzing Theft Damage is designed to provide an understanding of items commonly stolen during a theft, methods used to steal OEM and aftermarket parts, practices for inspecting a recovered stolen vehicle, how to recognize types of damage related to theft, and how to recognize possible indicators of fraud.

Analyzing Vandalism Damage is designed to provide an understanding of the types of damage that can occur to the finish, interior, and mechanical components, as well as the processes for initial inspection after theft recovery and fluid contamination determination.

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures - Rear is designed to provide an understanding of repair and replace considerations for rear exterior items, and the rear of the unitized structure.

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures - Center is designed to provide an understanding of the structural damage analysis methods and repair and replace considerations for the center section of a unitized structure.

Yes

In this program, students are prepared for professional and essential support positions in the automotive industry by providing general business and specialized automotive education. Through eight months of co-op work experience and opportunities to network with industry professionals, students explore the automotive industry and learn from industry experts. Upon completion of the program students have the skills, knowledge, and experience to build a career across a broad range of sectors in the automotive industry.

Yes

This program provides students with a degree-level education in business management with an applied focus for the automotive industry. Students learn current issues, trends and technologies that prepare them in adopting proactive approaches in identifying and responding to changes in the automotive industry. Instruction, lecture and discussion delivery promotes critical thinking and problem solving skills and classes will often include a guest speaker series with industry representatives in attendance. Labs are a substantial part of the program and the student run Auto Show is the largest lab of its kind in Canada. A strategically sequential co-op structure serves to maximize the link between theory and practice.

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures Center (EA005E01)

Automotive Business

GEORGIAN COLLEGE One Georgian Drive, Barrie, ON, L4M 3X10 georgiancollege.ca 705-728-1969 inquire@georgiancollege.ca

N/A

Every month, participants can join Dave’s one-hour webinar to improve your skills, get your questions answered directly by Dave and interact with other successful body shop operators. These livecasts blend world-class operational techniques and strategies with much-needed leadership and influence training so that participants can successfully implement and sustain the operational techniques learned.

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures – Front is designed to provide an understanding of the inspection items for the front exterior body panels and repair and replacement considerations for the parts of the front unitized structure.

Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management)

GEORGIAN COLLEGE One Georgian Drive, Barrie, ON, L4M 3X9 georgiancollege.ca 705-728-1968 inquire@georgiancollege.ca

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Damage Analysis of Unitized Structures Front (EA001E01)

N/A

COURSE NAME

Elite Bodyshop Solutions daveluehr.mykajabi.com/

TRAINING PROVIDER

$55.00

N/A

$60.00

N/A

COST

N/A

2 Years

4 Years

N/A

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

georgiancollege. ca/academics/ full-time-programs/ automotive-business-co-op-aubu/

georgiancollege. ca/academics/ full-time-programs/ honours-bachelor-of-business-administration-automotive-management-co-op-bbaa/

potrl6gs.pages. infusionsoft.net/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Capturing Quality Photos will help improve the students’ photography techniques. Students will photograph images on actual vehicles in a shop environment. They will participate in seven activities to provide hands-on practice using their own equipment including a camera, tablet, or smartphone. Students will develop techniques to maximize lighting, angles, and distance in their collision repair photography. Structural Damage Analysis – Structures is designed to provide an understanding of how vehicle structures absorb collision forces, how to identify the measuring techniques used during the damage analysis process, and how to identify key issues of part repairability. Damage Analysis of Full-Frame Vehicles is designed to provide an understanding of how full-frame vehicles are constructed and how they manage collision energy. The course discusses how to identify full-frame vehicle damage and the considerations for partial replacement. Interior Trim and Convertible Top Damage Analysis is designed to provide an understanding of the types of interior trim and convertible tops. Interior trim and convertible top damage analysis and repair options will be addressed. Damage Analysis of Drivetrains is designed to provide an understanding of the drivetrain, items to inspect during damage analysis, and repair and replace considerations for each of these items. Damage Analysis of Brake Systems is designed to provide an understanding of basic brake system parts, operation, and areas of inspection for damage analysis. Damage Analysis of Electronic Brake Systems will provide an understanding of anti-lock brake system (ABS) operation. Parts that make up an ABS and methods for inspecting an ABS braking system are identified. Damage Analysis of Driving Assist Systems is designed to provide an understanding of how driver assist systems operate, items to inspect during damage analysis, and part replacement considerations. Damage Analysis of Lighting and Vision Assist is designed to provide an understanding of the operation of and damage analysis considerations for the adaptive front lighting system, high beam assist system, and the night view assist system. Damage Analysis of Convenience Systems is designed to provide an understanding of the parts, operation, and damage analysis inspection items of the various driver and passenger convenience systems.

Capturing Quality Photos (EA030L01)

Structural Damage Analysis - Structures (EA035E01)

Damage Analysis of Full-Frame Vehicles (EA040E01)

Interior Trim and Convertible Top Damage Analysis (EA045E01)

Damage Analysis of Drivetrains (EA055E01)

Damage Analysis of Brake Systems (EA060E01)

Damaage Analysis of Electronic Brake Systems (EA065E01)

Damage Analysis of Driving Assist Systems (EA070E01)

Damage Analysis of Lighting and Vision Assist (EA075E01)

Damage Analysis of Convenience Systems (EA080E01)

$75.00

$70.00

$75.00

$65.00

N/A

$50.00

$55.00

N/A

$55.00

COST

N/A

1 Hour

N/A

1 Hour

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Analyzing Damage from Natural Causes is designed to provide an understanding of damage and repair options for hail, wind, lightning, and infestation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Analyzing Damage from Natural Causes (EA025E01)

COURSE NAME

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Yes Yes

Yes

Damage Analysis of Steering and Suspension Systems is designed to provide an understanding of damage analysis and inspection of suspension systems and steering systems. Damage Analysis of Stationary Glass is designed to provide an understanding of the role of stationary glass and stationary glass repair vs. replace considerations. Analyzing Flood Damage is designed to provide an understanding of flood damage indicators. Key inspection areas are also outlined in the course. Analyzing Fire Damage is designed to provide an understanding of how to determine the cause, starting location, and temperature of a fire. The course will provide an understanding of the repair considerations for various types of fire damage and the effects of heat on vehicle parts. Restraint Systems Operation is designed to provide an understanding of how the various types of restraint systems work together to protect the vehicle occupants, and how the airbag system control modules and sensors work together to properly deploy the airbags. After completing this course, you will be able to: • Recall how the various types of restraint systems work together to protect the vehicle occupants. • Identify the different types of restraint systems used to protect vehicle occupants. • Identify the characteristics of the seat belt system. • Identify seat belt pre-tensioner operation. • Identify the functionality and operation of the roll bars. • Recall how the airbag system control modules and sensors work together to properly deploy the airbags. • Identify the operation of the airbag system. • Identify the operation of the impact and safing sensors, restraint control module, driver SRS, and passenger SRS. Damage Analysis of Restraint Systems is designed to provide an understanding of the inspection considerations for restraint systems including: Seat belt systems and pre-tensioners; Roll bars; Front driver, passenger, and side airbags; Impact and safing sensors and wiring; And the restraints control module. Basic Electronics for Estimators is designed to provide an understanding of electrical systems and, damage identification, and repair considerations. Basic Estimate Writing is designed to provide an understanding of the function of a damage report, types of damage reports, customer and vehicle information, items on an estimate, subtotals, and other charges.

Damage Analysis of Steering and Suspension Systems (EA090E01)

Damage Analysis of Stationary Glass (EA095E01)

Analyzing Flood Damage (EA100E01)

Analyzing Fire Damage (EA105E01)

Restraint Systems Operation (EA110E01)

Damage Analysis of Restraint Systems (EA115E01)

Basic Electronics for Estimators (EA125E01)

Basic Estimate Writing (EA135E01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Steering and Suspension Operation is designed to provide an understanding of common steering system parts and operation, suspension system parts and operation, and ride control parts and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Steering and Suspension Operation (EA085E01)

COURSE NAME

$65.00

$60.00

$65.00

$60.00

$65.00

COST

N/A

1 Hour

N/A

1 Hour

N/A

1 Hour

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER Yes Yes

Yes

Estimating Guide Fundamentals – is designed to provide an understanding of how to use P-pages to write an estimate and how to use P-pages to include refinishing in the estimate. Writing the Estimate is designed to provide an understanding of the items included on an estimate and the steps required to write an estimate. Presentation Skills Series: Reflect the first course in a three-part series designed for the Career and Technical College instructor. The instructors will participate in self-reflection to answer the question, “Who am I as an instructor?” They will determine their mindset through a series of survey questions. The course presents a strategy to calm the nervous system for a more mindful approach to instruction. Instructors will explore the nonverbal messages of body language which will offer insight into effective course presentation. Presentation Skills Series: Connect is the second in the threepart series designed for Career and Technical College instructors. In this online course, instructors will connect with I-CAR’s Mission and Vision statements, as well as I-CAR’s Core Beliefs and Values. They will be able to download a printable version for their own use. In addition, instructors will view I-CAR’s Elisabeth Sobczak sharing presentation best practices in engaging video clips. True connection with a student involves tapping into student motivation. Instructors will explore the five influences to help spark student motivation. Presentation Skills Series: Engage is the third in the three-part series designed for Career and Technical college instructors. In this online course, instructors will answer the question, “How will I instruct?” They will view I-CAR’s Elisabeth Sobczak instructional videos on how to prepare for class, use effective communication, and manage the classroom. The course highlights various classroom layouts for optimal learning. Instructors will identify the components of emotional intelligence and how to address challenging behavior. In addition, they will be able to download a Sample Classroom Agreement pdf for use in classroom management. Vehicle Check-In Process is designed to provide an understanding of how a vehicle arrives at a repair shop, what is documented during a vehicle walk around and inspection, and the importance of communication with the customer throughout this entire process. Blueprinting for the Estimator is designed to provide an understanding of the differences between traditional estimating and blueprinting, the blueprinting process, the benefits of blueprinting, and the efficiencies gained by using a blueprinting process. Schedule the Repair is designed to provide an understanding of how to schedule a repair considering current work in process and load leveling and the importance of the initial parts order, staging, and communication. Coordinate the Repair Process will help estimators and managers explore and then improve the steps in managing vehicle repair within the facility. Each step in the repair process will be explored through a problem-solving perspective. In each module, groups will work to view a scenario and offer possible problems and potential solutions to those problems.

Estimating Guide Fundamentals (EA140E01)

Writing the Estimate (EA200E01)

Presentation Skills Series: Reflect (ED003E01)

Presentation Skills Series: Connect (ED004E01)

Presentation Skills Series: Engage (ED005E01)

Vehicle Check-In Process (ES001E01)

Blueprinting for the Estimator (ES015E01)

Schedule the Repair (ES020E01)

Coordinate the Repair Process (ES030L01)

N/A

$55.00

$60.00

N/A

$75.00

$70.00

COST

N/A

1 hour

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

https://www.i-car.ca/ training/Catalog

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE Yes

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Post Repair Process is a course where students will learn about the overall items and completed tasks needed for a vehicle delivery including the paperwork, inspection, a customer walk-around, payments and the CSI survey. The Art and Science of Estimator Interactions is an exploration of the estimator role. Participants will discuss the practical applications of the estimator’s workflow as well the soft skills required for effective communication with co-workers, customers and the insurance company representatives. Managing Quality Control is designed to provide an understanding of the inspection process, including the initial pre-repair inspections, in-process quality controls, and post-repair inspections. Understanding Cycle Time explains what cycle time is and how reducing it can benefit the collision repair facility. This course discusses the basics of measuring cycle time, identifies the waste that hurts cycle time, and lists lean processes and SOPs that can be used to reduce cycle time. The importance of proper upfront damage analysis (i.e. blueprinting) can be used to reduce problems that commonly occur toward the back end of the repair process. Finally, cycle time issues that commonly occur in different departments of the repair facility are examined. Communication in Today’s Collision Repair Industry is designed to provide an understanding of the communication cycle, including verbal, nonverbal, listening, and written communication skills. Workflow communication is also addressed including the need to start the day off right with the customer and co-workers using positive, appropriate communication. Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis explains the different types and parts of hybrid vehicles, hybrid vehicle identification and safety procedures when working with hybrid vehicles. Learning Culture Overview will show how repair facilities that embrace a learning culture improve on key performance indicators (KPIs). The course will define what a learning culture is and address its key principles. Students will see how a learning culture can maximize everything a repair facility does while helping to minimize liability issues and customer complaints. After completing this course, you will be able: understand the importance of the I-CAR study observations, describe an industrial age mind-set and how to identify it, apply the principles of knowledge management, understand the definition of a learning culture, discuss the key principles of a learning culture, discuss the benefits of a learning culture Before the Repair Starts features a demonstration of a job file review process in accordance with industry practices and shop standard operating procedures (SOPs). Students will learn to identify the documentation that makes up a typical job file and examine how the staff of a collision repair facility uses these documents. After completing this course, you will be able to: demonstrate job file review processes, explain insurance needs (including DRP and non-DRP), identify express jobs using a checklist of express-related items, demonstrate mapping a customer vehicle.

COURSE NAME

Post Repair Process (ES035E01)

The Art and Science of Estimator Interactions (ES045L01)

Managing Quality Control (ES050V01)

Understanding Cycle Time (GE001L01)

Communication in Today’s Collision Repair Industry (GE045V01)

Hybrid Vehicle Identification and Damage Analysis (GE050E01)

Learning Culture Overview (PM101E01)

Before the Repair Starts (PM105E01)

$55.00

$60.00

$41.00

$140.00

$135.00

$195.00

N/A

$60.00

COST

1 hour

2 hours

N/A

2.5 Hours

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Workflow Essentials provides an understanding of supplements and how they affect costs and key performance indicators (KPIs). Students learn how to evaluate the work in process with an introduction to the tools used by a production manager. The course introduces students to the concept of determining what the capacity of their shop is by looking at the big picture first. After completing this course, you will be able to: understand how supplements affect production, costs, and staff by identifying missing items, time involved, and repair or replace decisions for each job, survey the shop floor using the quality control, roadblock, and parts status techniques taught in this course, determine the facility capacity by using the big picture approach, identify the right technicians for the jobs to increase efficienc, understand how to analyze paint shop and estimating capacity for the facility, match the equipment needs to the jobs in process and apply the proper staff at the right times while encouraging a learning-centric culture Synchronizing Workflow through Team Communication is designed to show the importance of communication with all customers and departments using a computerized management system. The instructor will demonstrate the tools a production manager will use, as well as how to conduct review and release meetings with the technicians. After completing this course, you will be able to: recognize the tools needed to conduct review and release meetings with the technicians, understand the value of using and updating a computer management system, identify the communication methods needed to properly share information with the team, know the principles of conducting cycle time, quality, and work-in-process reviews and implement awareness skills and identify roadblocks in production. Problem Solving for Workflow Changes introduces students to common types of workflow disruptions. The instructor will present how to manage a proper workflow when problems arise and how to evaluate the need for workflow changes. Next, the instructor will discuss making workflow changes according to staffing availability. Students will learn how to adjust for sublet work and supplements, as well as what to do regarding waiting for parts and working through equipment maintenance.After completing this course, you will be able to: assess workflow problems and evaluate work-in-process for potential solutions, determine technician workload through work-in-process analysis for developing staffing solutions, determine staffing needs based on workflow problems and how to reassign technician work based on skill, OEM training, and/or availability, manage workflow adjustments with outside vendors to ensure a smooth repair process, demonstrate how to adjust delivery dates and adjust technician workload based on supplement changes to the repair and demonstrate how to revise a repair schedule based on a parts order delay.

Matching the Repair to the Team (PM110V01)

Workflow Essentials (PM115E01)

Synchronizing Workflow through Team Communication (PM120L01)

$175.00

$185.00

$55.00

$175.00

COST

2 hours

1 hour

2 hours

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

Yes

Matching the Repair to the Team begins with a look at the industry standard capabilities each technician or team in a repair facility has. The instructor will explore the importance of using a computer management system to determine current workload and doing spot checks to keep track of a technician’s skill set. Students will learn how to assign a job and keep the job updated using a tracking system. After completing this course, you will be able to: identify staff capabilities and workload using a computer management system, explain how to assign a job to an available technician or team using a computer management system, perform estimate and vehicle review with assigned technician using shop SOPs, communicate current job status using a computer management system and identify available workflow availability by the technician/team using a computer management system

Problem Solving for Workflow Changes (PM125V01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Quality is Your Business presents the importance of the Production Manager role in verifying that technicians complete quality control checklists using SOPs, and that key procedures are followed.After completing this course, you will be able to: verify technicians complete quality control checklists using shop SOPs, match parts invoices to the repair order invoice, verify customer requests are completed, compare all repair orders, sublet work, and supplements, discuss the importance of quality checks after the repair and examine overall repair quality using shop SOPs. Optimizing Process, Equipment, and Compliance introduces the learner to what is required to ensure that a collision repair shop is efficient, properly maintained, and how to follow good inventory practices.After completing this course, you will be able to: explain the 5S Lean Process and how it relates to optimized workflow, inspect the building to determine maintenance issues, understand parking lot, building, and vehicle security measures, know the importance of equipment maintenance and maintenance schedules, understand regulatory compliance issues and listing steps required to ensure the shop stays in compliance and know the importance of determining proper inventory levels and storage areas” Developing the Team and Business explains the value of employee mentoring and quality employee reviews for both the employee and the business. Next the course focuses on common workflow interruption costs, shop KPIs, and communication of metrics. After completing this course, you will be able to: perform employee mentoring/coaching using various leadership models, perform team member reviews using a management system, coordinate team member training and safety-related needs, communicate shop metrics to leadership team using a management system and monitor shop KPIs using a management system. In Refining the Team and the Business, students will learn how to develop staffing levels to determine the right number of personnel to efficiently run the business and the importance of PTO standard operating procedures (SOPs) for holidays, vacation, and sick time. The course reviews many of the training programs that are available to the collision repair industry. The learning objectives of this I-CAR course are: how to perform human capital functions using human resource guidelines and business rules, identify production staffing needs using a staffing model, schedule team member vacations using a management system and calendar; how to verify team member training is current per shop needs using a training schedule, and properly monitor worker safety using safety guidelines. Implementing a Learning Culture introduces students to how business performance can improve by implementing a learning culture. There is discussion on the value of knowledge as a sustainable competitive advantage for the business. The course provides a deep look at each of the roadblocks to implementing a learning culture and how to remove them. After completing this course, you will be able to: improve your business performance by implementing a learning culture, discuss the value of knowledge as a sustainable competitive advantage for a business, identify the main roadblocks a shop will need to address when implementing a learning culture, implement learning expectations in the repair facility, commit to being an expert and how to implement that in a repair facility, share knowledge and how to implement sharing in the repair facility, discuss the concept of systems thinking and create/implement a shared vision in the repair facility.

COURSE NAME

Quality Is Your Business (PM130E01)

Optimizing Processes, Equipment, and Compliance (PM135E01)

Developing the Team and the Business (PM140V01)

Refining the Team and the Business (PM145L01)

Implementing a Learning Culture (PM201E01)

$55.00

$205.00

$175.00

$60.00

$55.00

COST

1 hour

2 hours

1 hour

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Developing New Talent will provide instruction on forming partnerships in the community to recruit talent. The course emphasizes the importance of relationships with local schools, career fairs and career day events. Students then discuss job shadowing and the facility’s internal structure. After completing this course, you will be able to: recruit new talent from the community using industry best practices, conduct career day and career fair events, implement a job shadow program, create career paths to support the development of new talent within the collision repair facility and implement an apprenticeship program. Improve Your Shop’s Cycle Time Process begins with a brief review of what cycle time is and how it can be broken down into shorter sub-cycle times. An assessment is made of the shop’s current cycle time and where there may be time bandits lurking that are making the repair process inefficient. The course will offer strategies for eliminating various time bandits and improvement suggestions.After completing this course, you will be able to: assess the shop’s current cycle time, identify opportunities to improve cycle time in the areas of customer contact, scheduling, parts handling, organization, and eliminating waste, observe and assess the shop’s repair process through process walkthroughs and identify specific cycle time improvement solutions and how to implement them. In Gaining Efficiencies Through Blueprinting, students will learn about the blueprinting process and the efficiencies gained through its implementation. The course emphasizes that blueprinting can be done in any size facility and for any type of repair. Industry experts share their process of blueprinting and the benefits associated with its implementation. After completing this course, you will be able to: define blueprinting, explainefficiencies gained by implementing a blueprinting process, implement blueprinting in any size facility, implement blueprinting in any type of repair and describe staffing needs for blueprinting, describe responses to negative reactions about the blueprinting process, compare and contrast initial estimate with blueprint and identify instances where initial estimate is still useful. Strengthening Your In-Process Quality Controls identifies some very common concerns and quality issues that are experienced throughout the industry. It will help those in production management to identify what the current state of their facility is and if any of these common problems are occurring. It will also emphasize the importance of having quality checks and standards documented and in place how they can really benefit the facility. After completing this course, you will be able to: identify the importance of quality checks and standard operating procedures, learn how to identify current state, identify quality checks and processes to write a better estimate, discuss how quality checks and processes reduce or eliminate rework or quality defect during structural and non-structural repairs, identify quality checks and processes to reduce or eliminate rework or quality defects during the refinishing process.

Hiring to Support Your Shop’s Learning Culture (PM205E01)

Developing New Talent (PM210V01)

Improving Your Shop’s Cycle Time (PM215E01)

Gaining Efficiencies Through Blueprinting (PM220E01)

$60.00

$55.00

$175.00

$55.00

COST

1 hour

3 hours

1 hour

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

Yes

Hiring to Support Your Shop’s Learning Culture is designed to help those who manage production in shops to hire the candidates who will most likely possess the traits and behaviors needed to thrive in a learning culture environment. This course focuses on the importance in hiring the right people for developing and maintaining a successful learning culture. The learning objectives of the course are designed to arm learners to: identify desirable behaviors that contribute to a learning culture, examine the traits of Millennials, examine advertisement terms for job postings that support a learning culture and identify the types of interview questions that uncover desirable behaviors of a learning culture.

Strengthening Your In-Process Quality Controls (PM225E01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1 Yes

Yes

In this class you will learn and practice the basic and intermediate levels of electronic measuring unibody and full frame; EVO anchoring and fixture system to make the most of your Car-OLiner investment; take back valuable tips and tricks not covered in basic training; gain confidence in using the system for quick frame/structural diagnosis up to complete repairs and post repair measuring; use printouts to completely document frame alignment, suspension part diagnosis and completed repairs; and learn how Car-O-Tronic can be used to diagnose upper body and used as a quick diagnostic tool for pre-measuring during blueprinting or triage workflow.

Building Effective Vendor and Insurer Relationships (PM240E01)

The ultimate goal of the course will be to maximize your profitability by writing a more complete estimate and effectively negotiating an agreed price for the repair.

Yes

Building Effective Vendor and Insurer Relationships begins by identifying open communication as the key to avoiding conflicts with insurance companies, supply vendors, and sublet shops. Possible reasons for conflicts with the various outside sources are identified, how to avoid these conflicts in the first place and also how to resolve the conflicts that do arise.After completing this course, you will be able to: describe how open communication is key to avoiding conflicts with outside sources, explain that relationships must be established with outside sources, identify communication tools used to work with outside sources, how to avoid and resolve conflicts that arise with insurance companies, parts or supply vendors, and sublet vendors”

Understanding Your Part in Profit and Loss (PM235E01)

Estimating Solutions for Profit

Yes

Understanding Your Part in Profit and Loss examines the main sections of a profit and loss statement. The importance of dividing each of the main sections into accounts and sub-accounts to detail your business will be provided. Sales and income, cost of goods sold (COGS), and overhead expenses will be discussed in detail to understand the relationships between them. Learn how to perform gross profits and net profits calculations. After completing this course, you will be able to: learn how to perform gross profits and net profits calculations, determine how to use a P&L statement to monitor labor gross profits, understand how to monitor parts gross profits and discuss ways of positively impacting sublet gross profits.

Speaking the KPI Language (PM230E01)

SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES 180 Brunel Road, Mississauga, ON, L4Z1T5 sherwin-automotive.com 905-890-4226 james.b.owens@sherwin.com

Yes

Speaking the KPI Language breaks down the KPIs that one managing production needs to continuously monitor. It provides some beneficial tips and thought process tools useful during production management to help manage the things that can affect their own KPIs. It provides instructions so that when completed, the person responsible for managing production can calculate various elements of the KPIs, which can provide areas for improvement. Learning objectives for this course include: discussion of some alternative methods that can help try to reduce supplements, calculating touch time, key-to-key days, severity average, and loyal customer percentage scores, recognizing different network programs or relationships a facility may participate in, describe the four key elements to be concerned with during every repair, describe procedures to help manage and balance different repairs, describe how severity can be managed.

Computerized Measuring CLEM-00002

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

METROPOLITAN CAR-O-LINER, IN. 300 Route 17 South Suite F Mahwah metrocol.com/training/ 800-526-0318 info@metrocol.com

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$55.00

COST

1 day

2 Days

1 hour

LENGTH

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

https://industrial. sherwin-williams. com/na/us/en/automotive/training.html

metrocol.com

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES 180 Brunel Road, Mississauga, ON, L4Z1T5 sherwin-automotive.com 905-890-4226 james.b.owens@sherwin.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

This course guides attendees through compensation planning strategies. This course helps collision repair shops discover ways to measure their performance with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and use those measurements to focus their efforts to improve their business. This program will include specific steps for participants to better manage employee performance on the production floor. This course will cover the importance of eliminating clutter inside a collision facility. This course connects the dots between high-minded lean concepts and real-world results. This workshop will delve deeply into a comprehensive cycle time reduction strategy, with specific steps outlined to ensure that participants learn how to reduce repair cycle times by implementing 10 absolutes in their business. Take a deep dive into the mechanics of a comprehensive damage analysis, with specific steps outlined to ensure that participants learn how to conduct a thorough analysis of vehicles and transfer that data into a Blueprint/RO - prior to launching them into production.

Compensation Solutions for Profit

Improving Performance with KPIs

Leading for Results

5S Method to Lean

Tactically Lean

Cycle Time Reduction

Damage Analysis and Blueprinting

In-Process Quality Assurance

Improving Workshop Efficiency

Are you achieving consistent and predictable repair results every day? There is a way. Find out how in this course.

Yes

N/A

COST

4 hours

1 day

4 hours

2 hours

1 day

LENGTH

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

https://industrial. sherwin-williams. com/na/us/en/automotive/training.html

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

This course focuses on the theory and mechanics of lean production, helping participants to understand and implement process improvement.

Yes

This course provides participants with the skills, information and tools necessary to provide a memorable customer interaction process.

Achieving Service ExcEllence

Participants in the workshop will take a hard look into express repair strategy, and learn how to reduce repair cycle times by implementing a specific express repair process in their business.

This course can improve the effectiveness of your sales technique during the estimate process. It utilizes proven sales techniques especially tailored to the collision repair industry.

The Road to Sales Success

Express Repair

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

SOLERA CANADA (AUDATEX ONLINE TRAINING CENTRE) 1210 Sheppard Ave, E Toronto, ON, M2K 1E3 mysupportgarage.com/ 866-420-2048

SHERWIN-WILLIAMS AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES 180 Brunel Road, Mississauga, ON, L4Z1T5 sherwin-automotive.com 905-890-4226 james.b.owens@sherwin.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A N/A

N/A

Learn how to write an estimate using Audatex Estimating Software. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. When you have completed this curriculum, you will be able to write an estimate using Audatex Estimating software. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to create estimates using Audatex Estimating Software. This is offered for free to Audatex customers. Learn how to use Audatex Estimating Optional Features. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Audatex Estimating QUICK START Training with Learning Checkpoint. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. This is a short webinar for students to learn how to read and understand the estimate report produced by Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary for Audatex customers.

Audatex Estimating eLearning Series for Insurance Users

Audatex Estimating eLearning Series for Shop Users

Audatex Estimating Essentials Creating Estimates

Audatex Estimating Optional Features

Audatex Estimating QUICK START Training with Learning Checkpoint

Audatex Estimating Reading the Estimate Report

Damage Remarks Video

Basic Damage Entries Video

Autosource Settlement Entry Video

Autosource Reinspection Video

N/A N/A N/A

Learn how to enter a basic damage entry in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to set up and save damage remarks. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

This video is a quick introduction to the Auto Source Settlement Entry feature. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

This video is a quick introduction to Auto Source Reinspection in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Audatex Estimating Tips for Flawless Operation. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Learn how to search for alternative parts in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

APU Parts Search Video

Audatex Estimating Tips for Flawless Operation

N/A

Using Audatex Estimating, students can learn how to make advanced damage entries. The video is offered for free to Audatex customers.

Advanced Data Entries Video

N/A

This course will cover the importance of a full and accurate repair plan and its role in a lean collision facility.

Repair Planning for Rapid Throughput

I-CAR ALLIANCE

This workshop will delve deeply into the specific steps of a parts correctness strategy.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Parts Correctness

COURSE NAME

N/A

COST

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

Less than 1 week

4 hours

LENGTH

http://mysupportgarage.com/

https://industrial. sherwin-williams. com/na/us/en/automotive/training.html

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

SOLERA CANADA (AUDATEX ONLINE TRAINING CENTRE) 1210 Sheppard Ave, E Toronto, ON, M2K 1E3 mysupportgarage.com/ 866-420-2048

TRAINING PROVIDER

Learn how to print reports in this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to re-assign a claim in this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Watch this video to learn how to refresh all profiles using Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Watch this video to learn how to search for estimates using Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

How to Print Reports Video

How to Re-Assign a Claim Video

How to Refresh All Profiles Video

How to Search for Estimates Video

Quick Damage Page Overview Video

Password Reset Training

Paintless Dent Repair Video

How to Use Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) in an Estimate

How to Use 3D Graphics Video

N/A

Learn how to merge an assignment with an existing claim with this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

How to Merge an Assignment with an Existing Claim Video

N/A

Watch this video to see a quick overview of the Damage page. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

COST

Online

Less than 1 week

Online Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week Online

Online

Less than 1 week

DELIVERY METHOD

LENGTH

http://mysupportgarage.com/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

N/A

Watch this video to see how to reset your Audatex Estimating password. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Learn how to use paintless dent repair in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Watch the paintless dent repair video and learn how to use PDR in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Learn how to use 3D graphics in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Learn how to import and export claim data in this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

How to Export and Import Claim Data Video

N/A

Learn how to create a new estimate in this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Learn how to close a claim in this Audatex Estimating video. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

This video teaches students how to back up and restore profile settings in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

How to Create a New Estimate Video

How to Close the Claim Video

How to Back Up and Restore Profile Settings Video

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

A quick video to introduce you to Frame Dimensions. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Learn how to complete a prior damage estimate in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Enhanced Prior Damage Workflow Video

Frame Dimensions Video

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

100

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

SOLERA CANADA (AUDATEX ONLINE TRAINING CENTRE) 1210 Sheppard Ave, E Toronto, ON, M2K 1E3 mysupportgarage.com 866-420-2048

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

N/A N/A

Take this course to learn how to use the tire database with Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to use the Tire Database in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to understand labor operations and the labor database. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Watch this if you are receiving a prompt that a new version of Audatex Estimating has been downloaded and is ready to install. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to use the claims search viewer in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Tire Database Video

Top Troubleshooting Tips for your Work List

Understanding Labor Operations and the Labor Database

Upgrade Through AudaUpdate Standalone and Multi-Users

Using Claims Search Viewer

N/A N/A

Learn how to Merge Assignments in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to use the Paintless Dent Repair feature in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

How to Merge Assignments in Qapter Estimating

Paintless Dent Repair

N/A

Learn how to Hide and Find Work Items in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Watch this video to learn how to estimate check in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Watch this video to learn how to create a supplement on a completed estimate in Qapter Estimating.Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Learn how to Autosource Updates in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Hide and Find Work Items in Qapter Estimating

Estimate Check in Qapter Estimating Video

Create a Supplement in Qapter Estimating Video

Autosource Updates Video

Take this course to learn how to add tires to an estimate. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

N/A

Learn how to create data rich reports and present results graphically using the powerful Insight Analytics tool. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Audatex Insight Analytics

Add Tires in Qapter Estimating Video

N/A

Take this course to learn how to use the comments feature in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Working with Comments Video

N/A

Watch a quick video for an overview of the Audatex Estimating Work List. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Work List Overview Video

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Take this course to learn how to use Audatex Estimating to a tax and threshold setup. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Learn how to repair facility rates in Audatex Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Tax and Threshold Setup Video

Repair Facility Rates Video

COURSE NAME

N/A

COST

Online Online Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

DELIVERY METHOD

LENGTH

http://mysupportgarage.com/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

101

VALE TRAINING SOLUTIONS 2424 E Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX 76011 valetrainingsolutions.com 817-633-4800

SYMACH ITALY Via Bazzane, 69 Calderara di Reno (BO) – Italy symach.com 647-469-1245 info@symach.com

SYMACH CANADA Toronto, ON symach.com 647-469-1245 info@symach.com

SOLERA CANADA (AUDATEX ONLINE TRAINING CENTRE) 1210 Sheppard Ave, E Toronto, ON, M2K 1E3 mysupportgarage.com 866-420-2048

TRAINING PROVIDER

Print and Email in Qapter Estimating

N/A

N/A N/A

With this course, you will learn how to setup rates and taxes and update records within the Qapter Estimating software. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to setup and use APU solutions in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Learn how to work with comments in the Qapter Estimating software. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. This series of training videos are recommended for Audatex Estimating users migrating to Qapter Estimating, who would like to learn how to write a basic estimate. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers. Proper planning can save tens of thousands in material and labor costs. Learn how to analyse your current business to better plan for new shop construction, renovation of existing shop or brownfield facility. This course provides the analytics to consider for modern shop design/layout, how/what to plan, space requirements and all considerations involved. Online modules are interactive and allow for follow up questions and consultation. Available on request. Hands-on training using Symach equipment and repair techniques to optimize workflow and maximize productivity. Training includes use of equipment, SPAP process and production planning. Learn to achieve high quality repairs in less time to meet daily production goals. Course duration; 5 to 10 business days on-site; considering number of technicians, size of shop and equipment available. REMO is Symach’s cloud-based maintenance and wideo tutorial training software. REMO provides push notification reminders when certain maintenance tasks should be performed on each piece of equipment at required intervals for each shop; along with step-by-step instruction and tutorials to perform each task. REMO also contains equipment and process training videos, as well as secure acess to REMO Shop Online for spare parts ordering.

Rates and Taxes in Qapter Estimating Video

Setup and Use APU Solutions in Qapter Estimating

Working with Comments in Qapter Estimating

Write a Basic Estimate in Qapter Estimating

New Shop Design or Renovation Planning

SPAP In-Shop Training and Production Planning

REMO Maintenance and Equipment Training Software

N/A

This course allows for students to learn how to generate damage estimates. Attain the skills and knowledge to prepare a complete and accurate electronic estimate using automated system data as well as practical repair formulas and structural analysis methods.

Auto Examiner

Auto Estimatics®

Online

Less than 1 week

$2,695

$1,695

Free of charge to existing customers

Determined at time of purchase

2 Weeks

1 Week

N/A

4 x 1.5 modules

$500 (fully refunded if purchasing Symach equipment)

Online

Classroom

Online

Less than 1 week Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

Less than 1 week

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

Less than 1 week

LENGTH

N/A

COST

www.valetrainingsolutions.com/ our-courses/estimatics/

www.valetrainingsolutions.com/ our-courses/auto-examiner/

symach.com/ symach-e-learning/

http://mysupportgarage.com/

LINK TO REGISTER

MANAGEMENT & ESTIMATING TRAINING

N/A

This program teaches students how to perform damage estimates on outer panels of cars, light trucks, vans, SUVs and recognize signs of structural misalignment and damage to the most commonly damaged mechanical systems. Students in this program perform practice estimates on each section of the vehicle (front, side, and rear impacts on outer body components).

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Learn how to write an estimate in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Qapter Estimating eLearning Series

Learn how to print and email in Qapter Estimating. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

Preferences Setup in Qapter Estimating

COURSE DESCRIPTION Learn how to setup Estimating and Autosource settings, estimator, repairer or appraiser settings, setup prestored report and damage remarks, manual entries , paintless dent repair, thresholds, alternate parts, disclaimers, customer database, mandatory fields and RO Assignment setup. Offered complimentary to Audatex customers.

COURSE NAME

102

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

CHIEF UNIVERSITY/ CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES 996 Industrial Dr, Madison, IN, 47250 chiefautomotive.com/Training and Support/ 800-445-9262

ALTRA PRODUCTS 4799 Division Wayland www.altraproducts.com 6168770099 richard.post@altraproducts.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

yes

Yes

This advanced course features 16 hours of instruction on the analysis of vehicles with steering and suspension problems. The course covers: steering geometry angles and their relationship to vehicle handling; front suspension designs and checking for misalignment; reading and understanding both electronic measuring and wheel alignment reports to identify unrepaired collision damage. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00007. This comprehensive course features instruction on collision theory, structural damage analysis skills and correction procedures. It is designed for the body shop estimator or insurance appraiser. This interactive course covers: collision theory of unitized and body-on-frame vehicles; hands-on gauging, measuring, and analyzing collision damage; hands-on structural repair of a damaged unitized body vehicle and writing detailed structural damage reports. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00003. Introduction to Three-Dimensional Measuring is designed to provide an understanding of how three-dimensional measurements provide a more accurate assessment of vehicle damage, how to identify damage conditions, and how to measure a vehicle. Advanced High-Strength Steel will provide an understanding of the types of steel and reinforcements used on a vehicle, steel strengths, and repair considerations for steel. Full-Frame Unitized Structure Pulling Overview teaches students about the equipment, set-up and process for structural pulling. Reading measurements and making pull adjustments are explained. Some unique differences among straightening both the unitized and full-frame vehicles are discussed. Full-Frame/Unitized Structure Pulling Strategy and Planning examines how to review and analyze vehicle damage and measurements to formulate a proper plan for restoring vehicle dimensions. This course looks at how to evaluate the vehicle structure, material strengths, and panel attachment methods to determine how to anchor, select the proper clamping equipment, and make pulls that realign the vehicle structure. Measuring, Anchoring, and Pulling Strategies will allow technicians to measure a vehicle with collision damage and focus on the anchoring and pulling strategies. By securing the vehicle and placing it onto a frame machine, students will measure, anchor and attach the pulling attachments needed to simulate a pull. There will be no actual pulling done on the vehicle. If chains can be attached, you will go as far as removing the slack from the chains and stop to discuss the pulling strategies. Students will review and discuss the measurement handouts of various vehicles with collision damage. These are actual measurements of damaged vehicles.

ASA Course Advanced Steering & Suspension Analysis

Structural Damage Analysis

Introduction to Three-Dimensional Measuring (ST055E01)

Advanced HighStrength Steel (ST060E01)

Full-Frame/Unitized Structure Pulling Overview (ST075E01)

Full-Frame/Unitized Structure Pulling Strategy and Planning (ST080V01)

Measuring, Anchoring, and Pulling Strategies Hands-On Skills Development (ST085L01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Learn how to use Car-O-Liner Computer measuring systems through this two-day course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Computer measuring

COURSE NAME

$745.00

$130.00

$45.00

$75.00

$60.00

N/A

500.00

COST

4 hours

3 hours

1 hour

0.75 hours

1.25 hours

3 days

2 days

2 Days

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

chieftechnology. com/

altraproducts.com

LINK TO REGISTER

MEASUREMENT AND ALIGNMENT TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

103

Yes

Electronic Measuring Systems will allow students to identify how to safely use, properly operate and maintain different types of electronic measuring systems. Fixture Systems explains bench, rack, and fixture system types. This is followed by presenting information about loading a vehicle onto a fixture system. Next, information about dedicated fixtures, universal fixtures, and anchoring is presented. The course continues with information about safety considerations. Then, fixture bench setup and operation is presented. This course concludes with maintenance considerations for fixture systems. The Hunter Engineering Inspection equipment course is a 1-hour course that that will encompass Hunter Engineering inspection systems. These systems include the QUICK ID system, Quick Tread system, Code Link, Quick Check system, and the new Quick Check Drive system. The systems provide exposure of their capabilities, functionality, and operations. The videos shown in this course will assist in providing information and understanding for each system.

Electronic Measuring System (TL037E01)

Fixture Systems (TL039E01)

Hunter Engineering Inspection Equipment (VT285E01)

CLEM-00002 Computerized Measuring

Spanesi Touch Training - 2 Day Course September 2021

SPANESI AMERICAS INC. 123 Ambassador Dr. STE 107 spanesi-americas.com 224-SPANESI 224)-772-6374 training@spanesi-americas.com

Yes

$795 (no charge for current customers)

N/A

$250.00

$45.00

Free

COST

2 Days

8 Hours

1 hour

0.5 hours

LENGTH

Training Centre

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

eventbrite.com/e/ spanesi-touchtraining-end-user-2-day-courseseptember-2021tickets110859068458

maggi@pfcequipment.com

crashtools.com/ bookings-checkout/basic-electronic-measuring-9?referral=service_list_ widget

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

MEASUREMENT AND ALIGNMENT TRAINING

Class dates: September 20, 2021 through September 21, 2021

Learn to measure vehicles using the Touch electronic measuring system. This course provides instruction on all of the functions provided by the most flexible 3D vehicle measuring system in the world. This 2-day class provides the opportunity to learn from the best, with the individuals that install Touch Electronic Measuring Systems across North America.

This 2-day, I-CAR recognized course is designed to make the experienced or new technician more efficient in diagnosis, measuring, and repair of collision damaged vehicles using Car-O-Liner computerized measuring systems.

Yes

Frame Equipment Mounting provides an overview of different types of frame equipment, clamps and safety protection. Maintenance of equipment will also be addressed.

Frame Equipment Mounting (TL016E01)

Basic Computerized Measuring system Training. Car-o-liner training. Dates subject to change, see online for details.

Yes

Point-To-Point Measuring Tools is designed to provide a basic understanding of and information on how to operate and maintain point-to-point measuring tools, specifically tram gauges and tape measures.

Point-To-Point Measuring Tools (TL004E01)

CLEM-00007 Basic Electronic Measuring

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

PRECISION FOR COLLISION 8845 Washington Blvd. Suite 170 Roseville PFCequipment.com 916- 677-2885 maggi@pfcequipment.com

PACIFIC COLLISION EQUIPMENT CO. 1416 E. Burnett St. Unit D Signal Hill crashtools.com/ 562-490-2120 angie@crashtools.com

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

104

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

WEDGE CLAMP SYSTEMS INC. 21320 Gordon Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1J8 wedgeclamp.com 604-207-9595 info@wedgeclamp.com

SPANESI AMERICAS INC. 123 Ambassador Dr. STE 107 spanesi-americas.com 224-SPANESI (224) 772-6374 training@spanesi-americas.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Instructional Videos

Spanesi Touch Training - 2 Day Course December 2021

Spanesi Touch Training - 2 Day Course November 2021

Spanesi Touch Training - 2 Day Course October 2021

COURSE NAME

Wedge Clamp wants to ensure there is proper training videos available on their equipment, so they have a full library of instructional videos to teach anyone how to use their equipment properly and safely. Viewers can watch videos on how to use equipment from the chainless anchoring systems to the Eclipse electronic measuring system. The mandate is to make certain that the Wedge Clamp brand has proper support through training, thus ensuring that use of its equipment is done with 100 percent knowledge and application resulting in safe, quality repairs.

Class dates: December 13 through December 14, 2021

Class dates: November 15, 2021 through November 16, 2021

Class dates: October 11, 2021 through October 12, 2021

COURSE DESCRIPTION

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

N/A

$795.00 (no charge for current customers)

COST

N/A

2 Days

LENGTH

Online

Training Centre

DELIVERY METHOD

wedgeclamp. com/about-us/ video-library/

eventbrite.com/ e/156015968963

eventbritecom/ e/110854217950

eventbrite.com/ signin/ ?referrer= %2Fmyevent %3Feid% 3D110798330790

LINK TO REGISTER

MEASUREMENT AND ALIGNMENT TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

105

Small Damage - Level 2

Plastic Repair - Level 1

Panel Repair Steel - Level 1

Panel Repair Aluminum - Level 1

Estimator - Level 1

BETAG 3751 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0078 info@betagnorthamerica.com

BETAG 3752 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0079 info@betagnorthamerica.com

BETAG 3753 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0080 info@betagnorthamerica.com

BETAG 3754 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0081 info@betagnorthamerica.com

BETAG 3755 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0082 info@betagnorthamerica.com

Glass Repair & Replacement

Small Damage - Level 1

BETAG 3750 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0077 info@betagnorthamerica.com

BETAG 3756 University Ave, Ste. 610, Riverside, CA 92501 betagnorthamerica.com 312-881-0083 info@betagnorthamerica.com

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

This estimator training program is relevant for estimators with some work experience. It is a technically focused program centered on four core modules: Customer First; Vehicle Structure; Damage Analysis; and Repair Methods. The knowledge and skills learned in this program can be applied to all estimates regardless of size and complexity and will enhance all customer and insurance company interactions.

N/A

COST

2 days

1 day

2 days

LENGTH

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

betagnorthamerica. com/findaCourse.php

LINK TO REGISTER

NON-STRUCTURAL REPAIR TRAINING

N/A

Relevant to technicians of all experience levels, BETAG’s Aluminum Panel Repair program focuses on the core principles of straightening aluminum auto body panels, to a level of finish that requires minimal filler to complete a high-quality repair. These skills can be applied across a wide range of simple and more complex aluminum panel repairs, including damage through a body line.

This Glass Repair and Replacement course focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to remove and replace glass properly and safely. It also includes modules to develop technicians’ awareness of the various ADAS systems that can be affected and the steps that need to be taken to research and implement associated OEM repair procedures.

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

This medium panel repair program focuses on the core principles of straightening steel auto body panels, to a level of finish that requires minimal filler to complete a high-quality repair. These skills can be applied across a wide range of simple and more complex panel repairs, including damage to the edge of a panel or through a body line.

This plastic repair program focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to repair plastic panels and parts properly and safely. It also includes modules to develop technicians’ awareness of the various ADAS systems that can be affected and steps that need to be taken to research and implement associated OEM repair procedures.

This Small Damage Level 2 course is designed to elevate the skill level of technicians to enable them to successfully complete paintless dent repairs of elastic and plastically deformed small damages. These skills can be applied across a wide range of panel damage, from small parking lot dings and dents to repairing panels damaged by hail.

Relevant to technicians of all experience levels, BETAG’s Small Damage Repair program starts by focusing on the fundamentals of metal repair. These include identifying the complete damage area; understanding the characteristics of plastic and elastic deformations; and using a combination of basic body repair techniques to repair small damage without need for filler.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

106

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Bumper Repair

PR-01, Introduction to Nitrogen Plastic Welding

POLYVANCE 1128 Kirk Rd, Rainsville, AL, 35986 polyvance.com 800-633-3047 info@polyvance.com

Glue Pull Repair (GPR) (VT350E01)

PLIOGRIP Box 964 Norwich, Ontario N0J1P0 motivatedreps.com 519-802-6023 sales@motivatedreps.com

Yes

Glue Pull Repair (GPR) is half-hour course that explains the advantages of using glue pull repair (GPR) for non-structural repairs, describes the difference between paintless dent repair and GPR, discusses the limitations of GPR, lists the tools required to make a GPR, and explains the common process steps required for GPR.

Steel Dent Pulling (TL018E01)

At the end of this course, students will be able to: identify different types of plastic; explain the basic nitrogen welding process; properly operate a plastic welder; weld a tear to the edge of a bumper; repair a torn slot tab, a torn bumper mounting flange or a torn flexible hinge tab; and repair a thermoset polyurethane bumper.

In this course offered by Motivated Reps, students will learn the features and benefits of plastic repair materials, how to identify types of plastics, methods of choosing an appropriate repair material, application areas and process, as well as OEM procedures in plastic repair.

Yes

N/A

Yes

Steel Dent Pulling Tools is designed to provide a basic understanding of steel dent pulling tools used for refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of steel dent pulling tools and identifying the different types of steel dent pulling tools. Next, personal safety and vehicle protection requirements are discussed when using steel dent pulling tools. Then, steel dent pulling tool setup and operation is described. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for steel dent pulling tools.

Aluminum Dent Pulling (TL017E01)

PDR Canada uses industry leading tools and training exclusive to PDR Canada to repair your vehicles. We train PDR Techs how to fix minor dents and door dings, as well as more advanced Paintless Dent Repair methods. This will be offered at PDR Canada located in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Yes

Aluminum Dent Pulling Tools is designed to provide a basic understanding of aluminum dent pulling tools used for refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of aluminum dent pulling tools and identifying the different types of aluminum dent pulling tools. Next, personal safety and vehicle protection requirements are discussed when using aluminum dent pulling tools. Then, aluminum dent pulling tool setup and operation is described. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for aluminum dent pulling tools.

Sherwood Park PDR Training

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Dent Repair and Body Painting

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This program prepares the student for a position in the repair, dent removal and painting of automobile and light truck bodies. There they will use hand and power tools to straighten, sand, polish, remove and replace body panels and frame parts. They will be able to use welding equipment, apply body sealant and repair fiberglass.

COURSE NAME

PDR CANADA 977 Fir St. Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4N5 www.pdrcanada.ca 1-780-953-4739 domenic@pdrcanada.ca

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada. com

COLLEGE COMMUNAUTAIRE DU NB - CAMPUS DE BATHURST 725 College St, Bathurst, NB E2A 3Z2 ccnb.ca/le-ccnb/nos-campus/ campus-de-bathurst.aspx 506-547-2145, 1-800-552-5483 bathurst@ccnb.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

$500 per session

N/A

$59.00

Free

N/A

COST

3 hours

N/A

30 mins.

0.5 hours

40 weeks

LENGTH

Classroom

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

www.polyvance.com/ Training-2/

motivatedrepscom/

Contact PDR Canada at 1-780-953-4739

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

ccnb.ca/programme-detudes/nos-programmes. aspx?SectorId=&ObjectType=1&Id= c863a572-6786-4ef08bb4-0926310a4875

LINK TO REGISTER

NON-STRUCTURAL REPAIR TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

107

RIDER TRAINING INSTITUTE 30 Duncan St #203, Toronto, ON M5V 2C3 ridertraining.ca 416-516-6151, 1-866-876-1551 info@ridertraining.ca

POLYVANCE 1128 Kirk Rd, Rainsville, AL, 35986 polyvance.com 800-633-3047 info@polyvance.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Motorcycle Maintenance

N/A

8 Hours

2 hours

7 hours

$900 per session for up to four technicians, plus travel expenses. Call 800-6333047 to register.

N/A

1 hour

2 days

LENGTH

N/A

COST

Classroom

Online

Classroom

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

ridertraining.ca/user-course-registration

polyvance.com/ Training-2/

LINK TO REGISTER

NON-STRUCTURAL REPAIR TRAINING

N/A

EPR-01 Estimating Plastic Repair

This motorcycle maintenance course is designed to give motorcyclists the simple skills required to keep their motorcycle in a safe operating condition, perform simple preventative maintenance and determine when a professional’s touch is required. Students will gain hands-on experience by performing basic maintenance procedures on an RTI motorcycle and using their own motorcycle for reference and comparison throughout the course.

Yes

Estimating plastic repair is an online, self-paced course designed to educate collision damage estimators and technicians in determining the repairability of damaged plastic parts. The course is designed to educate someone with no prior knowledge of plastics or the repair of plastics to the point at which they can confidently discuss the differences in plastic types and repair methods with technicians, and to be able to quickly determine whether a damaged plastic part is a candidate for repair or if it should be replaced. The course is divided into four modules.

PR-03, Headlight Repair Course

Yes

This one-hour, video-based, e-learning course will demonstrate how to repair broken headlight tabs with the nitrogen plastic welding system.

PR-02, Plastic Repair & Refinishing

PR-04, One Day Plastic Repair & Refinishing

Yes

This course focuses on the hands-on skills needed to repair a bumper from start to finish. This course will cover the following topics: identify different types of plastic; explain the basic nitrogen welding process; properly operate a plastic welder; work dents out of bumpers; weld a tear to the edge of a bumper; repair a torn slot tab, a torn bumper mounting flange or a torn flexible hinge tab; repair a thermoset polyurethane bumper; properly finish the repair with filler and primer; and refinish textured plastic bumpers.

This course is designed to prepare a student with basic body shop knowledge and skills to understand the complete process of repairing and refinishing a plastic bumper cover. The focus will be on PP-blend bumper covers, but the course will also touch on thermoset polyurethane bumpers and other plastic parts, such as headlights and washer bottles.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

108

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION 2018 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Aluminum Body and Structural Repair is a one-hour course created by Ford Motor Company that provides the overview of the auto body repair of the 2018 Ford Expedition/Lincoln Navigator. It will enable a technician to understand the procedures for the repair and/or replacement of body and frame components. After completing this course, you will be able to recognize the advantages of aluminum body panels; recognize the recommended Ford Motor Company aluminum repair procedures; identify the similarities and differences between the Ford F-150 and the Expedition/Navigator; understand the Expedition/Navigator body repair options and understand the Expedition/Navigator frame repair options. The Acura NSX Construction And Considerations is a 1 hour course that is designed to provide a basic understanding of the construction and materials used on the second generation Acura NSX and considerations regarding making repairs. In this course the Acura NSX construction and design are explained. It also includes an explanation of construction material, general vehicle, and measuring considerations. Joining methods used on the Acura NSX are also described. This course is intended for U.S. models only. The Honda and Acura vehicle-specific courses have been designed, developed by, and are maintained by American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (AHM). AHM has partnered with I-CAR to deliver training to the collision repair industry across the United States. Honda-developed training courses delivered by I-CAR do not earn I-CAR credit hours. Acura NSX Aluminum Repair and Refinishing is a 1 hour course designed to provide a basic understanding of the aluminum repairs and refinishing allowed on the second generation Acura NSX by shops in the NSX Non-Structural Repair Network. This course explains repair requirements, panel straightening, galvanic corrosion concerns, surface preparation, as well as specific repair and refinishing considerations. This course is intended for U.S. models only. The Honda and Acura vehicle-specific courses have been designed, developed by, and are maintained by American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (AHM). AHM has partnered with I-CAR to deliver training to the collision repair industry across the United States. Honda-developed training courses delivered by I-CAR do not earn I-CAR credit hours. Acura NSX Plastic Repair and Refinishing is a 1 hour course designed to provide a basic understanding of the various plastic materials, and the refinishing considerations for plastic parts on the second generation Acura NSX. Information about the available Andaro finish technology is also presented. This course explains considerations for Acura NSX plastic repair and finish. It also explains one-sided plastic repairs on the Acura NSX. This course is intended for U.S. models only.The Honda and Acura vehicle-specific courses have been designed, developed by, and are maintained by American Honda Motor Company, Inc. (AHM). AHM has partnered with I-CAR to deliver training to the collision repair industry across the United States. Honda-developed training courses delivered by I-CAR do not earn I-CAR credit hours.

2018 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Aluminum Body and Structural Repair (FO007E01)

Acura NSX Construction and Considerations (HNU01E01)

Acura NSX Aluminum Repair and Refinishing

Acura NSX Plastic Repair and Refinishing

COURSE NAME

$59.00

N/A

COST

1 hour

N/A

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

OEM Procedures

LINK TO REGISTER

OEM SPECIFIC TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

109

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

After completing this course, you will be able to: explain FCA’s position on cold straightening, partial replacements, types of joints for repair and FCA’s recommended corrosion protection, explain the repair procedures for the new 2017 Pacifica platform, grasp an understanding of the history of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and understand FCA’s position on pre- and post-scans, understand FCA’s position on system wiring repairs. General Motors (GM) Company Collision Repair Overview covers the instructions for repairing GM vehicles, including GM’s new approach at body repair information. The course also provides an historical perspective of GM. This course provides the answers to the top questions technicians have about repairing a General Motors vehicle that has been in a collision. After completing this course, you will be able to: describe the new way body repair information is being provided on the GM repair website, understand I-CAR’s history with General Motors Company, list several sources of repair information for GM vehicles, identify GM’s answers to the top questions collision repair shops have told I-CAR they want to know about an OEM and understand GM’s calibration requirements for different advanced driver-assist systems. Understanding Volkswagen Collision Repair explores procedures and requirements for making collision repairs to Volkswagen vehicles. This one-hour course describes how to navigate through the Volkswagen repair information website, erWin. Answers are provided, from a Volkswagen perspective, for the top questions collision repair shops have told us they want to know about an OEM. After completing this course, you will be able to: understand the collision repair procedures and requirements for the Volkswagen model line, describe how to navigate through the Volkswagen repair information website, erWin; explain the mandatory steps for repairing Volkswagen vehicles and dentify VW’s answers to the top questions collision repair shops have told I-CAR they want to know about an OEM. Understanding Volvo Collision Repair provides an overview of a variety of collision repair practices such as spot weld replacement, outer body panel partial replacement, and heated glass repair on Volvo vehicles. The course covers the VIDA website, Volvo’s online resource for repairing their vehicles. The course also discusses Volvo’s hybrid and safety systems. After completing this course, you will be able to: understand the collision repair procedures and requirements for the Volvo model line, describe how to navigate through the Volvo repair information website, VIDA and identify Volvo’s answers to the top questions.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Collision Repair Overview (VT205E01)

General Motors (GM) Company Collision Repair Overview (VT225E01)

Understanding Volkswagen Collision Repair (VT230E01)

Understanding Volvo Collision Repair (VT240E01)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Acura NSX Damage Analysis is a 1 hour course that explains non-structural repair network facility requirements and damage analysis considerations. This course is intended for U.S. models only.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Acura NSX Damage Analysis

COURSE NAME

$65.00

$52.00

$59.00

COST

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

OEM Procedures

LINK TO REGISTER

OEM SPECIFIC TRAINING

N/A

1 hour

LENGTH

110

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION Using Vehicle Maker Repair Procedures provides an overview of the importance of following OEM specific repair requirements and the many resources available to find them. Topics that will be covered are OEM specific websites, I-CAR resources, service bulletins and other resources. After completing this course, you will be able to: explain the need for accessing original equipment manufacturer repair information, explain service information content, identify various service information sources, identify specific OEM repair information and explain how to follow OEM repair procedures. In this 1-hour online course you will learn about the GM full vehicle lineup for 2019. This includes new and existing models. Materials used in the construction will be covered. A discussion of repair procedures is also included on certain models and the course concludes with a discussion of technology that can be standard or optional on GM vehicles. This 1-hour online course will cover the fourth generation Jeep Wrangler identified as the JL including all the major changes. Additional features of this course include comparison page of the 3 generation wrangler JK carried over for 2018 and the JL, the specific types of metals used, the ADAS available for the Wrangler JL, an overview of their new eTorque system and also authorized structural and non-structural repairs. Foams, sealers, sound deadeners, and adhesives used in the construction and repairs of the Wrangler JL as well as special systems and considerations are discussed. Collision Repair of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra is a 1-hour course that covers collision repair of the completely redesigned 2019 Silverado/Sierra trucks. This course includes the identification of the increase of repair procedures along with the great details now in them. Major service parts are identified, and all major repairs are called out and discussed. Lastly the electromechanical systems pertinent to collision repair are covered. Kia Collision Repair Overview is a 30-minute course that consists of three modules. This course will provide an overview of collision repair that includes vehicles, repair info access, repair requirements, and technology on Kia vehicles. Ford Collision Repair Overview is a one-hour course detailing Ford’s Workshop Manual (WSM) access, information, and navigation. This course also focuses on Ford’s collision repair procedures and considerations. The ADAS overview takes a look at system operations and repair procedures. Nissan Collision Repair Overview is a one-hour course detailing Nissan’s Electronic Service Manual (ESM) access, information, and navigation. This course also provides an overview on some of Nissan’s collision repair procedures and ADAS tools, setup, and calibrations. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to identify various features of the new Ford Ranger, identify body construction materials, and general repair information. You will also be able to identify and explain body, frame and electrical/electronic repair considerations of the Ranger.

Using Vehicle Maker Repair Procedures (VT245E01)

General Motors (GM) Company 2019 Model Year (VT255E01)

2018 Jeep Wrangler JL (VT260E01)

Collision Repair of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra (VT275E01)

Kia Collision Repair Overview (VT315E01)

Ford Collision Repair Overview (VT320E01)

Nissan Collision Repair Overview (VT325E01)

Ford Ranger Overview and Repair Considerations (VT340E01)

COURSE NAME

$74.00

$59.00

$60.00

$80.00

COST

1 hour

30 mins

N/A

1 hour

N/A

LENGTH

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

OEM Procedures

LINK TO REGISTER

OEM SPECIFIC TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

111

Yes

This Digital Color Process training will review the equipment, process steps, and underlying digital theory, all of which are necessary components for the successful implementation of digital color into a repair facility environment. Highlights include an overview and operation of the Automatchic Vision spectrophotometer, developing a successful measurement process, and interfacing with other AkzoNobel Color Tools. Process videos and links to other AkzoNobel technical materials are included in the training module. New Lesonal painters may acquire a one-time 6-month certification after successfully completing this course. Within the 6-month certification period, the applicant is required to attend a 3-day Product Training course at the ATC of their choice. Successful completion of this Product Training course provides an initial 5-year certification.Students may take this course for personal development. It is NOT necessary to have an I-CAR number to enroll. Lesonal painters may acquire I-CAR Platinum On-going training credit for taking courses from the library of on-line training modules which are available. Students may also take this course for personal development. It is not necessary to have an I-CAR number to enroll. New Sikkens painters may acquire a one-time 6-month certification after successfully completing this course. Within the 6-month certification period, the applicant is required to attend a 3-day Product Training course at the ATC of their choice. Successful completion of this Product Training course provides an initial 5-year certification. Students may take this course for personal development. It is NOT necessary to have an I-CAR number to enroll. Sikkens painters may acquire I-CAR Platinum On-going training credit for taking courses from the library of on-line training modules which are available. Students may also take this course for personal development. It is not necessary to have an I-CAR number to enroll. CUSTOMER SPECIFIC: The Sikkens Autowave Product Training class helps students to become familiar with the Sikkens Autowave paint line using a balance of classroom theory and hands-on application exercises. Students will leave understanding spot repair and blending techniques, plastic parts preparation/finishing and operation of HVLP spray guns. Class is I-CAR and ASE certified. The Sikkens Autowave Product Training class helps students to become familiar with the Sikkens Autowave paint line using a balance of classroom theory and hands-on application exercises. Students will leave understanding spot repair and blending techniques, plastic parts preparation/finishing and operation of HVLP spray guns. Class is I-CAR and ASE certified.

Professional Car Detail Training

Get The Digital Advantage

Lesonal 5 Month I-Car Paint Maker Certification, One Time

Lesonal I-Car Platinum Ongoing Training

Sikkens 6 Month I-Car Paint Maker Certification

Sikkens I-Car Platinum Ongoing Training

Sikkens Autowave Product Training

Sikkens Autowave Product Training (French)

AKZONOBEL 110 Woodbine Downs Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5S6 akzonobel.com 416-674-6633

N/A

Professional Car Detail Training from 3D Canada provides a solid option for anyone looking to up their game or learn proper techniques from scratch. If you want to start a detailing business, the four-day program can get you on the right path, or if you have the basics down and are on track to become a more advanced polisher, this training can help you achieve the top-notch finish you’re seeking.

Inquire within

N/A

COST

16 hours

Ongoing

4 days

LENGTH

Training Centre

Online

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7725

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7718

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7516

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7514

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7517

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7515

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7513

https://3dproductscanada. com/professional-car-detail-training/

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

I-CAR ALLIANCE

3D CANADA 1070 Heritage Road Burlington, On L7l 4x9 https://3dproductscanada. com/professional-car-detail-training/ 877-335-5922 info@3dproductscanada.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

112

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS CANADA COMPANY 408 Fairall St, Ajax, ON, L1S 1R6 axaltalearningcampus.com 800-668-6945 maxime.favreau@axalta.com

Yes

This Spies Hecker® course is designed to help participants understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color. This Spies Hecker® course is designed to help participants understand the surface preparation process and learn how to identify substrates and apply primers to those substrates. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is designed to help painters understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color. This instructor-led course covers the secrets to productivity and profitability, as it relates to the pre-paint process. This course is intended for anyone who is part of the pre-paint process. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is designed to help painters understand electronic color tools such as the ColorNet® computer software and Acquire Plus EFX™ and Acquire EFX™ Quantum spectrophotometer. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is designed to help painters understand the three-stage process, tinted mid-coats, specialty colors, as well as how to repair them. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is a one-day course designed to develop the knowledge and skills of paint technicians when applying matte clears. This instructor-led hands-on course covers the basic techniques in repairing stone chip damage, very small blends and wheel repair. This non-warranted repair process enables collision repair facilities to offer customer pay options. Skills acquired in this course can be applied to many different situations. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is designed to help the participant understand the three-stage process as well as how to use it to make repairs. This instructor-led Spies Hecker® course is designed to help participants understand how to correctly mix and analyze color. This includes color theory, the correct angles and lighting conditions, and how to correctly shade a color that needs adjustment.

101 – Spies Hecker® Hi-Tec® Field Certification

102 - Spies Hecker® Surface Preparation Certification

201 – Spies Hecker® Hi-Tec® Technician Certification

202 – Spies Hecker® Understanding Pre-Paint Productivity And Profit

211 – Spies Hecker® Coloristic 1—Electronic Color Tools

301 – Spies Hecker® Permahyd® Hi-Tec Advanced 3-Stage & Specialty Colors

302 – Spies Hecker® Advanced Matte Clearcoat

303 – Spies Hecker® Hi-Tec Micro-Repair Course

304 – Spies Hecker® Hi-Tec Advanced 3-Stage Course

311 – Spies Hecker® Color 2—Color Matching Techniques

Yes

N/A

Anest Iwata provides an online resources library for painter that includes troubleshooting tips, technical guides and guided learning for Anest Iwata automotive refinishing products.

ANEST IWATA https://anestiwata.com

N/A

Digital Colour Training (French)

AKZONOBEL 2525 Trans-Canada Highway, Pointe Claire, Quebec, H9R 4V8, CA 514-694-6880

Yes

What are some of the more challenging jobs you have recently handled? How often do you accelerate your systems and what issues do you encounter? How successful are you with more demanding jobs, such as 3-stage systems? This class addresses all of these issues in-depth with hand’s-on learning. Sikkens Product Training is prerequisite. Class is I-CAR and ASE certified. Yes

Sikkens Autowave Advanced Product Training (French)

AKZONOBEL 2525 Trans-Canada Highway, Pointe Claire, Quebec, H9R 4V 8, CA akzonobel.com 416-674-6633

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In the Digital Color Training course, you will learn how to use the AutoMatchic camera to provide quicker color match and more reliability. You will learn about measurement preparation, the measurement process, and selecting and mixing the best color solution.

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

$200/ day

N/A

No Cost

Inquire within

COST

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

N/A

8 hours

16 hours

LENGTH

Classroom

Training Centre or shop

Online

Training Centre

DELIVERY METHOD

axaltalearningcampus.com

https://anestiwata.com/ resources/

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7729

https://akzonobelvrna. gosignmeup.com/public/ Course/browse?courseid=7725

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

113

AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS CANADA COMPANY 408 Fairall St, Ajax, ON, L1S 1R6 axaltalearningcampus.com 800-668-6945 maxime.favreau@axalta.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes Yes

Yes

This Cromax® course is designed to help participants understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color. This Cromax® course is designed to help participants understand the surface preparation process and learn how to identify substrates and apply primers to those substrates. This instructor-led Cromax® course is designed to help painters understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color. Available for all Cromax qualities This instructor-led course covers the secrets to productivity and profitability, as it relates to the pre-paint process. This course is intended for anyone who is part of the pre-paint process. This instructor-led Cromax® course is designed to help painters understand electronic color tools such as the ColorNet® computer software and Acquire Plus EFX™ and Acquire EFX™ Quantum spectrophotometer. This instructor-led Cromax® course is designed to help painters understand the three-stage process, tinted mid-coats, specialty colors, as well as how to repair them. This instructor-led Cromax® course is a one-day course designed to develop the knowledge and skills of paint technicians when applying matte clears. This instructor-led hands-on course covers the basic techniques in repairing stone chip damage, very small blends and wheel repair. This non-warranted repair process enables collision repair facilities to offer customer pay options. Skills acquired in this course can be applied to many different situations. This instructor-led Cromax® course is designed to help the participant understand the three-stage process as well as how to use it to make repairs. This instructor-led Cromax® course is designed to help participants understand how to correctly mix and analyze color. This includes color theory, the correct angles and lighting conditions, and how to correctly shade a color that needs adjustment. This is a performance-based instructor led class to achieve master level certification. It involves a product and technology update as well as a skills evaluation that enables a technician to be Master Certified. This certification is earned with a written assesment and skills evaluation. This Standox® course is designed to help participants understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color. This Standox® course is designed to help participants understand the surface preparation process and learn how to identify substrates and apply primers to those substrates.

101 – Cromaxr® Field Certification

102 - Cromax® Surface Preparation Certification

201 – Cromax® Technician Certification

202 – Cromax® Understanding Pre-Paint Productivity And Profit

211 – Cromax® Coloristic 1— Electronic Color Tools

301 – Cromax® Advanced 3-Stage & Specialty Colors

302 – Cromax® Advanced Matte Clearcoat

303 – Cromaxr® Micro-Repair Course

304 – Cromax® Advanced 3-Stage Course

311 – Cromax® Color 2—Color Matching Techniques

401 - Cromax® Master Certification

101 – Standox® Standoblue® Field Certification

102 - Standox® Surface Preparation Certification

Yes

$200/ day

N/A

$200/ day

N/A

$200/ day

COST

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

LENGTH

Classroom

Training Centre or shop

Classroom

Training Centre or shop

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

axaltalearningcampus.com

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

Yes

This is a performance-based instructor led class to achieve master level certification. It involves a product and technology update as well as a skills evaluation that enables a technician to be Master Certified. This certification is earned with a written assesment and skills evaluation.

401 - Spies Hecker® Master Certification

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

114

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

BASF 10 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1605 support@basfrefinish.com

AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS CANADA COMPANY 408 Fairall St, Ajax, ON, L1S 1R6 axaltalearningcampus.com 800-668-6945 maxime.favreau@axalta.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This instructor-led Standox® course is designed to help painters understand electronic color tools such as the ColorNet® computer software and Acquire Plus EFX™ and Acquire EFX™ Quantum spectrophotometer. This instructor-led Standox® course is designed to help painters understand the three-stage process, tinted mid-coats, specialty colors, as well as how to repair them. This instructor-led Standox® course is a one-day course designed to develop the knowledge and skills of paint technicians when applying matte clears. This instructor-led hands-on course covers the basic techniques in repairing stone chip damage, very small blends and wheel repair. This non-warranted repair process enables collision repair facilities to offer customer pay options. Skills acquired in this course can be applied to many different situations. This instructor-led Standox® course is designed to help the participant understand the three-stage process as well as how to use it to make repairs. This instructor-led Standox® course is designed to help participants understand how to correctly mix and analyze color. This includes color theory, the correct angles and lighting conditions and how to correctly shade a color that needs adjustment. This is a performance-based instructor led class to achieve master level certification. It involves a product and technology update as well as a skills evaluation that enables a technician to be Master Certified. This certification is earned with a written assesment and skills evaluation. The Axalta Transportation Finishes course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to properly prepare substrates and use Axalta’s line of commercial and fleet transportation finishes. This course is a two-day interactive, hands-on course for experienced paint technicians who service truck and fleet accounts. This course focuses on color identification, formula retrieval, and techniques for effective application and blending. Content is delivered in a blended format of classroom instruction and shop work. The goal of this course is to improve paint technician effectiveness and efficiency—getting the job done right and done the first time.

211 – Standox® Coloristic 1— Electronic Color Tools

301 – Standox® Standoblue® Advanced Tri-Coat & Specialty Colors

302 – Standox® Advanced Matte Finishes

303 – Standoblue® Micro-Repair Course

304 – Standox® Standoblue® Advanced 3-Stage Course

311 – Standox® Coloristic 2—Color Matching Techniques

401 - Standox® Master Certification

201 - Commercial Transportation Finishes

311 – Commercial Transportation Color Tools And Blending Techniques

Preparation is the most important part of a quality repair. It provides longevity of the professional look of the vehicle. Learn substrate preparation procedures and the application of the undercoat system. Acquired knowledge will increase your shop production and build the foundation for quality repairs.

Yes

This instructor-led course covers the secrets to productivity and profitability, as it relates to the pre-paint process. This course is intended for anyone who is part of the pre-paint process.

202 – Standox® Understanding Pre-Paint Productivity And Profit

Advanced Preparation Techniques (Narfn501)

Yes

This instructor-led Standox® course is designed to help painters understand the products used in their shop, as well as the processes necessary to successfully and efficiently refinish any color.

201 – Standox® Standoblue® Painter Certification

N/A

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

$100.00

$200/ day

COST

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

2 Days

LENGTH

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

refinish.basf.us/training/

axaltalearningcampus.com

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

115

This training teaches you to understand the relationship between the repair process and structure. Implement changes to improve effectiveness and understand the advantages and disadvantages of each type of organizational structure.

This training teaches you to know how to use product properly and where in the process in order to yield quality work that reduces comebacks and do-overs. Properly mix and apply R-M coatings to achieve durable, warrantable, and undetectable finishes.

Vision+Business Paint & Material Profitability (Nav+B004)

Vision+Business - Paint Department Productivity (Nav+B005)

Vision+Business Organizational Structure (Nav+B007)

R-M Diamont / Onyx / Uno Certification National Rule (Narm101nr) R-M Onyx Certification - Lvoc (Narm101lvoc) R-M Onyx Virtual Certification - National Rule (Narmo101vnrj) R-M Onyx Virtual Certification - Lvoc (Narm101vlvocj)

R-M Color Adjustment Techniques (Narm103) R-M Virtual Color Adjustment Techniques (Narm103vj)

Glasurit Color Adjustment Techniques (Nagl204) Glasurit Virtual Color Adjustment Techniques (Nagl204vj)

BASF 13 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1608 support@basfrefinish.com

BASF 14 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1609 support@basfrefinish.com

BASF 15 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1610 support@basfrefinish.com

BASF 16 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1611 support@basfrefinish.com

BASF 17 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1612 support@basfrefinish.com

BASF 18 Constellation Court T oronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1613 support@basfrefinish.com

A systematic mechanical approach to understand tinting and blending colours to achieve an undetectable repair.

With this training you can Increase collision centre output and capacity. Effectively use people, space, equipment and time. Maximize paint hours and number of vehicles through the paint department. Recognize the need to effectively sell paint labour in order to enhance productivity.

This training teaches you to understand what affects paint and material profitability. How to accurately determine a collision centre’s actual profitability on paint and material and helps you to understand and track the paint department’s key performance indicators.

A one-day overview of all recently released products that meet R-M and OEM warranty specifications. This training is mandatory every two years to renew warranty specifications.

R-M Diamont / Onyx / Uno Recertification Lvoc (Narm102elvoc) R-M Diamont / Onyx / Uno Recertification Nr (Narm102enr)

BASF 12 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1607 support@basfrefinish.com

A one-day overview of all recently released products that meet Glasurit and OEM warranty specifications. This training is mandatory every two years to renew warranty specifications.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Glasurit 90l / 55l Elearning Recertification National Rule & Lvoc (Nagl401enr)

COURSE NAME

BASF 11 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1606 support@basfrefinish.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

$100.00

$200.00

$315.00

$100.00

COST

1 Day

2 Days

1 Day

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

refinish.basf.us/training/

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

I-CAR ALLIANCE

116

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1 N/A

Yes

This training teaches you to understand the concept, importance and benefits of increasing throughput, cycle time. Practise new techniques of production management, including how to manage the repair and to understand the need to write a complete damage report.

To ensure our customers maximize all of the benefits that our products offer, Global Finishing Solutions provides extensive training to improve quality and efficiency. Our revolutionary Center for Excellence training facility provides prospective and current customers the opportunity to experience the latest paint booth technologies firsthand. Painters and shop managers can try out the equipment before making an investment, and will receive complete product training so they are ready to use the equipment once its installed. Refinishing Overview will provide information about one of the final stages of the collision repair process – refinishing. The different types of OEM finishes are examined including blending and plastic refinish. Coatings, such as sealers and protectants are presented. Finally, the characteristics of the different refinish rooms are described in this course. Priming and Blocking Repaired Areas is a 1-hour course that is designed to provide an understanding of the types of primers and their uses, masking for priming and featheredging substrates, how to measure and mix primers, how to set up and use a spray gun for priming, and the process for block sanding.

Vision+Business - Advanced Production Management (Nav+B001) Vision+Business Virtual Advanced Production Management (Nav+B001v) - Part 1 Vision+Business Virtual Advanced Production Management (Nav+B001v2) - Part 2

Center For Excellence Training Programs

Refinishing Overview (Ea130e01)

Priming And Blocking Repaired Areas (Rf001e01)

BASF 24 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1619 support@basfrefinish.com

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

GLOBAL FINISHING SOLUTIONS 12731 Norway Rd, Osseo, WI 54758, United States globalfinishing.com

Yes

This training teaches you to understand the critical importance of the estimator. Learn to sell first, estimate second. Generate a complete damage report. Effectively negotiate with insurers. Understand how to measure selling performance.

Vision+Business Estimating For Profit (Nav+B002)

BASF 23 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1618 support@basfrefinish.com Yes

Yes

This training teaches you to learly identify what differentiates a shop from the competition and how to effectively communicate that to customers to close the sale. Better communicate with prospective and current customers by asking appropriate questions and exhibiting effective listening skills. Revitalize, refresh and revamp individual sales tactics using the tools, tips and techniques learned during the seminar.

Vision+Business - Get The Keys! (Nav+B010)

BASF 22 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1617 support@basfrefinish.com

Yes

This training teaches you to collect accurate and timely financial and non-financial data. Develop a working knowledge of the critical collision centre KPIs and what affects them and understand how to use KPIs to measure and improve collision centre performance.

Vision+Business Measuring & Improving Performance (Nav+B003)

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

BASF 20 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1615 support@basfrefinish.com

This training teaches you to inspect products properly and know where in the process to improve speed, accuracy and quality in shops.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

BASF 19 Constellation Court Toronto, ON, M9W 1K1 refinish.basf.us/training 1-800-201-1614 support@basfrefinish.com

COURSE NAME

Glasurit 90l / 55l / 22l Certification - National Rule (Nagl201nr) Glasurit 55l Virtual Certification - National Rule (Nagl203vnrj) Glasurit 90l Certification - Lvoc (Nagl201lvoc) Glasurit 90l Virtual Certification - Lvoc (Nagl201vlvocj) Glasurit 90l Virtual Certification - National Rule (Nagl201vnrj)

TRAINING PROVIDER

$60.00

N/A

$315.00

$360.00

$315.00

$200.00

COST

1 hour

n/a

N/A

1 Day

2 Days

LENGTH

Online

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

https://globalfinishing.com/ about-us/center-for-excellence-training-facility/

refinish.basf.us/training/

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

117

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Custom Painting is a one-hour course that covers masking techniques, air brushing and final effects. Students will learn about various masking techniques used for custom designs, three basic air brushing techniques, custom effects like woodgrain and granite, and stencils and templates. Lighting perspective is explained to help develop shadowing and highlighting techniques. Preparing a Vehicle for Refinishing is designed to provide an understanding of the techniques used to prepare the affected area of a vehicle for refinishing and the methods used to prepare metal substrates and non-metal substrates for repair. Masking provides information to identify the tools, products, and techniques used when masking a vehicle for refinish. Topics that are discussed include the different types of masking tapes and how to use them. Refinishing Application and Blending provides an understanding for the application and blending of basecoats. The materials for refinishing plastic parts are described. The types and purposes of clearcoats are defined. Introduction to Sanding, Buffing, and Polishing is designed to provide an understanding of the tools and techniques used when dry or wet sanding, the tools and techniques used for dirt nib and overspray removal, and the buffing and polishing process using standard operating procedures. Refinish Planning is designed to provide an understanding of why it is important to create a good plan for efficient repairs and how to avoid common spraybooth bottlenecks. Understanding Refinish Defects – Part 1 will provide instruction on surface cleaning and preparation practices that prevent refinish defects. Student will learn about refinishing equipment and some application guidelines to prevent defects. Understanding Refinish Defects - Part 2 introduces the learner to different refinish defects as well as the causes of these defects. Graphics throughout the course demonstrate the molecules in the drying and hardening processes. The topics of waterborne coatings, flash time, reducers, hardeners and clearcoats are explained. Basic Color Theory is designed to provide an understanding of the characteristics of color, light, metallics, and pearls; how to evaluate color; use color matching tools; and considerations for translucent colors. When and how to tint is also covered. Color Theory Application includes a discussion about the different effects light has on colors. There will be discussions about color matching objectives and the different types of paint applications, to include metallics and pearls. The students will perform a series of hands-on activities that will enable them to evaluate a matte finish, evaluate colors with a value and color movement chart. The students will plot three different colors using a color-plotting chart during the last hands-on activity. Refinish Defect Correction explains how refinishing defects cause rework within the shop and how refinishing defects affect key performance indicators. The course explains defect detection considerations and at what stages of the repair defects should be detected and how to identify defects. Identifies the types of defects their characteristics, possible causes, and corrections.

Custom Painting (Isp02e)

Preparing A Vehicle For Refinishing (Rf010e01)

Masking (Rf015e01)

Refinishing Application And Blending (Rf020e01)

Introduction To Sanding, Buffing, And Polishing (Rf025e01)

Refinish Planning (Rf035v01)

Understanding Refinish Defects Part 1 (Rf040e01)

Understanding Refinish Defects Part 2 (Rf045e01)

Basic Color Theory (Rf047e01)

Color Theory Application (Rf055l01)

Refinish Defect Correction (Rf060v01)

$205.00

$70.00

$85.00

$220.00

$85.00

$75.00

$60.00

$70.00

$35.00

COST

2 hours

1 hours

0.75 hours

1 hour

0.75 hours

1 hour

LENGTH

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

118

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Yes

COURSE DESCRIPTION The Infrared (IR) Heat Lamp training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of infrared (IR) heat lamps used with collision repairs. The course begins by presenting an overview of IR heat lamps used with collision repairs. Next, information about IR heat lamp set-up and operation is presented. This course concludes with IR heat lamp maintenance considerations. The Sanding Blocks for Cosmetic Straightening training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of sanding blocks used with cosmetic straightening repairs. The course begins with an overview of sanding blocks used with cosmetic straightening repairs. The course concludes with information about the operation of sanding blocks and includes maintenance considerations for these tools. Mixing Rooms and Equipment is designed to provide a basic understanding of mixing rooms and equipment used in a mixing room. The course begins by explaining the purpose of a mixing room. Next, safety considerations are discussed when using a mixing room. Then, mixing room setup, operation, and maintenance is explained. Masking Machines is designed to provide a basic understanding of masking machines used for refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of a masking machine and the various masking supplies that can be added to it. Next, safety considerations are discussed when using a masking machine, such as using caution when working with the sharp cutting blades. Then, masking machine setup and organization is described as well as how to apply masking tape to the masking paper and dispense properly from the machine. The course concludes by describing maintenance considerations for masking machines. Pump Sprayers is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of pump sprayers used for refinishing. This course explains the purpose of a pump sprayer, safety considerations when using a pump sprayer, pump sprayer operation, and maintenance considerations for pump sprayers. Spray Guns is designed to provide a basic understanding of spray guns used for refinishing. The course begins by presenting basic information about spray guns. Next, personal protection considerations are discussed when using spray guns. Then, spray gun setup and operation is presented. The course concludes by explaining maintenance considerations for spray guns. Film Thickness Gauges is designed to provide a basic understanding of digital and mechanical film thickness gauges. The course begins by presenting information about film thickness gauges used with collision repairs. Next, film thickness gauge set-up and operation is presented. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for film thickness gauges. Sanding Blocks and Nib Removal Tools is designed to provide a basic understanding of sanding blocks and nib removal tools used with finish sanding repairs. The course begins with an overview of sanding blocks and nib removal tools used with finish sanding repairs. The course concludes with information about the operation of these tools. Spectrophotometers is designed to provide a basic understanding of spectrophotometers used for refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of a spectrophotometer. Next, safety considerations are discussed when using a spectrophotometer. Then, spectrophotometer setup and operation is described. The course concludes by explaining maintenance considerations for spectrophotometers.

COURSE NAME

Infrared (Ir) Heat Lamps (Tl009e01)

Sanding Blocks For Cosmetic Straightening (Tl012e01)

Mixing Rooms And Equipment (Tl023e01)

Masking Machines (Tl024e01)

Pump Sprayers (Tl025e01)

Spray Guns (Tl026e01)

Film Thickness Gauges (Tl030e01)

Sanding Blocks And Nib Removal Tools (Tl031e01)

Spectrophotometers (Tl033e01)

Free

$60.00

Free

$35.00

Free

COST

0.5 hours

1 hour

0.5 hours

LENGTH

Online

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

119

Yes

Controlling Static in the Refinish Process is a half-hour course that will explain static, how it is created, and how it affects refinishing materials. How and when to use Anti-static tools and products during refinishing are also reviewed and explained.

Ultraviolet (Uv) And Infrared (Ir) Curing Technologies (Vt300e01)

Controlling Static In The Refinish Process (Vt305e01)

Automotive Painter (410n)

Introduction To Paint Protection

VPS CANADA Unit 5 - 20 South Landing Drive vehicleprotectivesolutions.com info@vpscanada.com

Ppg Paint Training

Paint Correction Using Dry Sandpaper

N/A

Taught at SATA Canada’s Training Centre in Vaughan, Ontario, this five-days-a-week course endures eight weeks and arms graduates with a Red Seal certification 410N in Automotive Painting. SATA Canada’s course includes a comprehensive guide to proper respirator fitting, health and safety, surface preparation, minor damage repair, masking, colour matching, priming, and mixing paint, top coating and more, while covering 50 percent theory and 50 percent hands-on application. To obtain certification, students must complete the course with a grade of 70% or higher. Topics covered in our 32-hour course range from the fundamentals and theory behind paint protection film to topics such as: vehicle preparation, workspace organization, effective time management, installation basics, proper film handing and tools/chemicals and their proper uses.

PPG has a number of online training options. As the online courses may change, check out our Training overview page for current information/availability: https://us.ppgrefinish.com/ Training/Home Visit the Tech Tips page for application tips, including SOP videos and guides: https://us.ppgrefinish.com/ Training/Tech-Tips

Cutting and polishing technology has improved significantly over the years, decreasing time and mess when it comes to paint correction. Paint Source Automotive Supplies offers free expert training for you and/or your staff on how to properly use paint correction techniques using a dry sanding processes.

$8,995

N/A

Cost varies

N/A

$62.00

Free

COST

1 Week

8 weeks

1 day

N/A

0.5 mins

0.5 hours

LENGTH

Training Centre or shop

Classroom

Training Centre

Classroom

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

https://vpscanada.com/ store/product/ppf-introduction-course-32-hours/

Contact SATA Canada

ppg.com

Call 647-490-6718

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

PAINTING & REFINISHING TRAINING

Yes

Ultraviolet (UV) and Infrared (IR) Curing Technologies is a half-hour course designed to demonstrate the benefits and considerations for shops considering implementing the use of ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) curing technology.

Portable Color-Matching Lights (Tl035e01)

N/A

Yes

The Portable Color-Matching Lights training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of portable color-matching lights. The course begins by presenting information about portable color-matching lights used with collision repairs. Next, safety considerations for portable color-matching lights are presented. The course continues with information about portable color-matching light set-up and operation. This course concludes by presenting maintenance considerations for portable color-matching lights.

Spraybooths (Tl034e01)

Motivated Reps offers in-shop training with Indasa Products. Through this course, you will learn process application guides for vehicle repair, refinish preparation and polishing with Indasa’s abrasive products and refinish solutions.

Yes

Spraybooths is designed to provide a basic understanding of spraybooths used for refinishing. The course begins by explaining the purpose of a spraybooth and describing the different types of spraybooths. Next, spraybooth safety and personal protection is discussed when using spraybooths. Then, spraybooth setup and operation is described. The course concludes by explaining maintenance considerations for spraybooths.

Indasa Training

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

SATA CANADA INC sata.ca

PPG CANADA 2301 Royal Windsor Dr, Unit #6 Mississauga, ON, L5J1K5 us.ppgrefinish.com/Training/ Home 800-647-6050 autorefinish@ppg.com

PAINTSOURCE Unit 14, 550 Coronation Drive Scarborough, ON M1E 4V1 paintsource.ca 647-490-6718 info@paintsource.ca

INDASA Box 964 Norwich, ONN0J1P0 motivatedreps.com 519-802-6023 sales@motivatedreps.com

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

AUTOMOTIVE RECYCLERS ASSOCIATION (ARA) UNIVERSITY 9113 Church St. Manassas, VA 20110 USA arauniversity.org 571-208-0428 staff@a-r-a.org

TRAINING PROVIDER

Thousands of estimates and repair orders are written every day that include recycled parts. This training is intended to help define the expectations and suggest performance standards for estimator expectations, buyer expectations and seller expectations. This course covers key elements like: introduction to inventory specialist and parts grading, understanding parts descriptions, parts coding, ARA part grading for body parts, mechanical parts grading, ending statement and course complete overview. This top-line growth course focuses on methods that will help you get more from your cores and increase their marketability. Key elements include: learning about core suppliers, benefits of selling to core suppliers, implementing a core selling plan and generating revenue through catalytic converter sales. This business course is part of ARA’s expanded Management Training curriculum. It teaches you and your leadership team how to improve company wide decision-making by understanding the power of company core values. Key course elements include: learning how to set core values for your business, knowing how to prioritize those values, learning how to manage people effectively with your core values and teaching your team to utilize your company’s core values. Proper handling sales phone calls is an art, and it can make or break a sale or a sales relationship. Trainer DJ Harrington, CSP, provides expert training on how to handle phone calls that exude professionalism. How to run a family business is a challenge to an owner. Family dynamics are complex, and the family employees and hired staff must work together to achieve the goals of a business. Family business requirements start with a clear values and a known plan of action. An acknowledged expert leads this practical workshop on how to run a family business. It can be tailored to your family business requirements. The Dismantler is a key position within any facility. The ARAU Dismantler Training is designed to provide you with a standardized training option that has your bottom line in mind. Key elements include: Dismantler basics, treating all parts as valuable merchandise, safety procedures and “maximizing the harvest.” Key course elements include: Smart keys, hybrid testing/storage/ shipping, hybrid new technology and hybrid closing. Good leaders must have specific beliefs and core values to which they adhere in order to effectively lead. The ultimate role of a leader is to add value to other people. The true measure of a leader is their influence; thus, a great leader must command a healthy respect and ability to change the attitude or behavior of others.

ARA Recycled Parts Guide

Inventory Specialist and Parts Grading

Core Processing for More Sales

Core Values 2

Dismantler Training

Hybrid New Technology

Improving Your Business With Clear Core Values

Owner, CEO, President Training: Building a Family Business

Phone Skills, Sales Tools and Motivation

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

N/A

COST

N/A

LENGTH

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

https://arauniversity. org/courses/management/

https://arauniversity.org/courses/ plant-production/

https://arauniversity. org/courses/owner-president-training/

https://arauniversity. org/courses/sales/

https://arauniversity. org/courses/inventory-specialist/

LINK TO REGISTER

RECYCLING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

121

This module is required for managers or employees who are involved with inventory management, sales or shipping of parts. This module contains several sections, including: Understanding the 2012 ARA Parts Definition Standards, Understanding the ARA Damage Code, Understanding and identifying A, B & C Parts-Grading, and Understanding the importance of good inventory management. This module is required for anyone who dismantles or pulls parts from a vehicle. This module contains four sections: environmental processing, body parts and interior dismantling, mechanical parts dismantling, work orders, storage and cleaning, sectioning and shipping.

Standards of Performance AR103

Inventory Specialist AR102

Dismantler Orientation AR101

N/A

Recycled Parts Considerations (EA120E01)

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

URG u-r-g.com

ELV Select Training

Yes

N/A

URG is dedicated to helping members keep up with the latest trends, training and tools. URG provides easy access to recyclers through online resources including tutorials, webinars, and videos that will keep you up to date. In addition, URG offers its annual training conference and URG accreditation program

N/A

Recycled Parts Considerations is designed to provide an understanding of the benefits of using recycled parts and making informed business decisions regarding the use of recycled parts. The course will address parts removal and ordering considerations, inspection of received parts, and installing recycled panels and assemblies.

ELV Select offers complete vehicle decommissioning and depollution training to comply with ministry of environment standards and procedures. Additionally, end users will be able to employ best practises to remain as efficient as possible. This training is recommended to be done in person, but is also offered online.

N/A

This module is required for managers and supervisors, and employees involved in parts sales and/or inventory management. The focus of this course is on the current standards and expectations for both the Certified Auto Recycler and the repair facilities with whichthey do business.

General Training

This module is designed to increase partssales by identifying challenges between auto recyclers and collision repair shops by providing best practices for overcoming these challenges and improving customer relations.

Collision Repair Shop Relations

Car-Part.com offers live training via phone and live chat, webinars, and tutorials to auto recyclers, repairers and insurers. Additionally, auto recyclers are offered round tables. In person training may resume as COVID restrictions and comfort levels permit.

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

ELV SELECT 8263 Wellington Road 18 Fergus ON N1M 2W5 elvselect.com/ Office: 1-226-383-7332 Toll Free: 1-866-SEDA-ELV (733-2358) sales@elvselect.com

CAR-PART.COM 1980 Highland Pike, Fort Wright, KY 41017 products.Car-Part.com 859-344-1925 beckys@car-part.com

AUTOMOTIVE RETAILERS ASSOCIATION (ARA) 8980 FRASERWOOD CT #1, Burnaby, BC V5H 5H7 (604) 432-7987 autocareersbc@gmail.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

N/A

$60.00

N/A

$10 per person

$29 per person

COST

Online

Inquire within

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

u-r-g.com

www.i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

www.elvselect.com/ services/

products.Car-Part. com

https://training. ara.bc.ca/courses/ auto-recycler-certification-101-dismantler-orientation/

https://training. ara.bc.ca/courses/ auto-recycler-certification-103-standards-of-performance/

https://training. ara.bc.ca/courses/ level-3-auto-recycler-certification-course/

LINK TO REGISTER

RECYCLING TRAINING

N/A

1 Hour

N/A

Varies

N/A

LENGTH

122

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1 N/A

Skilled welders are highly sought after and well paid. Learn the specialized skills of the trade on industry-standard machines in our 4,700 sq. ft. lab. You will learn multiple welding processes at one of the 33 individual welding stations, including shield metal arc welding (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), gas metal arc (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), FUSION welding, brazing, and cutting techniques. Skills learned are highly transferable and versatile as welding is used in several trades including electrical and automotive. Graduates will have completed all position welding training and possible Canadian Welding Bureau Certification.

Welder Foundation, Certificate

Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship

CAMOSUN COLLEGE 4461 Interurban Rd, Victoria, BC, V9E 2C1 camosun.ca 250-370-8322, 1-877-554-7556 tradesinfo@camosun.ca

Mechanical Technician – Welder-Fitter

N/A

The program focuses primarily on welding, layout and fitting techniques used in the welding and fabrication industry. Earn while you learn. This is a day release program. Student can work and earn income while in class.

Welding and Fabrication echnician

CAMBRIAN COLLEGE 1400 Barrydowne Road Sudbury, Ontario, Canada P3A 3V8 cambriancollege.ca/programs/ welding-and-fabrication-technician/ 705-566-8102 info@cambriancollege.ca

CANADORE COLLEGE 100 College Dr, PO Box 5001, North Bay,ON, P1B 8K9 canadorecollege.ca 705-474-7600, 855-495-7916 admissions@canadorecollege.ca

N/A

Conforming to industry standards, practices and procedures, the competency-based welder foundation program provides you with the skills you’ll need to prosper in today’s job market.

Welding (Apprenticeship)

Working in the College’s welding lab, you will take metal fabrication projects from the engineering drawing stage through cutting and forming processes to the welding and inspection phase. You have the option to start your apprenticeship and will also have unique opportunities to put your welding skills into practice by working on real community and applied research projects.

This course equips students for a career as certified welder. Students will learn the knowledge, ability and skills required to layout, cut, prepare, repair, install and join metals of various compositions using a variety of welding equipment. Apprenticeship training takes place at the Len Evans Centre for Trades and Technology at Assiniboine’s North Hill Campus.

N/A

Yes

ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1037 1st St, N Brandon, MB, R7A 2Y1 assiniboine.net/programs/welding 204-725-8717 trades@assiniboine.net

Learn how to use Car-O-Liner aluminum welding equipment through this two-day course offered by Altra Products.

Aluminum Welding

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

ALTRA PRODUCTS 4799 Division Wayland www.altraproducts.com 616-877-0099 richard.post@altraproducts.com

The one-year Welding and Fabrication Techniques Ontario College Certificate program provides foundation skills to gain entry-level employment in the welding industry. Participate in a combination of theory and shop work, and learn metal fabrication techniques and welding, acquiring a solid foundation of principles for the field.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Welding and Fabrication Techniques (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

COURSE NAME

ALGONQUIN COLLEGE 1389 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, ON, K2G 1V8 algonquincollege.com 613-727-4727 askus@algonquincollege.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

~$6348.5

N/A

~$2,935

N/A

$400.00

$3,000 first semester, $2,000 second and third semester

COST

42 Weeks

300 Hours

28 Weeks

2 Years

Levels 1-3

1 day

42 Weeks

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/ cba?collegeCode=cana

https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/ en/cba?collegeCode=cana

https://apply. educationplannerbc.ca/apply/ complete-application/camosun/587482D5F5F5-418A-947631C24C864958

https://ontariocolleges.ca/en/ cba?collegeCode=CAMB&programCode=VMTN

https://assiniboine. net/admissions/ applying-assiniboine/apply-program/apprenticeship-programs

https://altraproducts.com/

www.ontariocolleges.ca/ en/cba?collegeCode=ALGO&programCode=0557A04F

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

123

N/A

Designed for entry-level to advanced technicians using a CarO-liner resistance spot welder. This course meets the US I-CAR Structural ProLevel 2 course requirement equivalent for Introduction to Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding – ST010E01 or Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding Hands-On Skills Development–ST015L01. Designed for entry-level technicians who recently began working with Car-O-Liner equipment. Typically, this training occurs within 90 days of installation; or for new employees needing training on the Car-O-Liner equipment. This course meets the US I-CAR Structural ProLevel 2 course requirement equivalent for Introduction to Three-Dimensional Measuring–ST055E01. Designed for advanced technicians who have been working with Car-O-Liner equipment. This course meets the US I-CAR Structural ProLevel 2 course requirement equivalent for Introduction to Three-Dimensional Measuring–ST055E01.

CLEM-00008 Basic Frame Bench

CLEM-00012 Basic Resistance Welder Installation

CLEM-00007 Basic Electronic Measuring

CLEM-00002 Bench, Measuring Systems & Pulling System Training

Welding Techniques

N/A

Designed for entry-level technicians who recently began working with Car-O-Liner equipment. Typically, this training occurs within 90 days of installation; or for new employees needing training on the Car-O-Liner equipment. This course qualifies as an Annual Training Alliance Course for I-CAR US.

CLEM-00009 Speed Frame Bench

COLLEGE BOREAL 395, boulevard Thériault Timmins ON P4N 0A7 collegeboreal.ca/en 705-267-5851 infotimmins@collegeboreal.ca

N/A

Designed for entry-level technicians who recenly began working with Car-O-Liner equipment. Typically, this training occurs within 90 days of installation; or for new employees needing training on the Car-O-Liner equipment. This course qualifies as an Annual Training Alliance Course for I-CAR US.

CLEM-00013 CR200 Dent Repair for Aluminum & Steel

Welding Foundation

Yes

Designed for technicians, entry-level to advanced, using the Car-O-liner CR200 Aluminum and Steel Dent Repair Station. This course qualifies as an Annual Training Alliance Course for I-CAR US.

Mig Mag Welding

This program prepares the student to work in the steel manufacturing and welding industry, as well as in construction, mining, forestry, and specialized trades. Upon completion of the program, the student can obtain certificates from the Canadian Welding Bureau.

A welder is a person who has training in and is capable of welding ferrous and non-ferrous metals in all positions, on both plates and/or pipe, using various welding processes. Certified welders qualify for test with CSA, BCSA, and for ASME procedures in British Columbia.

N/A

Designed for technicians, entry -level to advanced, using a Car-O-liner MIG/MAG welder. This class is an introduction to the Car-O-Liner MIG/MAG welder and focuses on how to accurately and safely operate the MIG/MAG welder and its components. The course includes instruction and hands-on exercises using the MIG/MAG welder as it relates to collision repairs. Upon completion of the training, the technician will be able to properly and safely operate the Car-O-Liner MIG/MAG welder and components.

N/A

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

COAST MOUNTAIN COLLEGE 5333 McConnell Ave, Terrace, BC, V8G 4X2 coastmountaincollege.ca 1-877-277-2290 dreinhardt@coastmountaincollege.ca

CAR-O-LINER 29900 Anthony Dr #3609, Wixom, MI 48393, United Stat car-o-liner.com/na/ 248-624-5900 angie@crashtools.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

$3,824

$3,434

N/A

COST

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

Training Centre

DELIVERY METHOD

collegeboreal. ca/en/programs/ trades/psou-welding-techniques

https://catalogue. coastmountaincollege.ca/images/ coast-mountain-college -logo.png

https://car-o-liner. com/courses/ product-coursesthe-us-and-canada-en-gb/

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

1 Year

28 weeks

2 Days

8 Hours

LENGTH

124

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

Welder Metal Fabricator

Intermediate Weld Discontinuities Methods, Aluminum

Welding Engineering Technician

CWB GROUP 8260 Park Hill Drive Milton, ON L9T 5V7 www.cwbgroup.org 1-800-844-6790 info@cwbgroup.org

DURHAM COLLEGE, WHITBY CAMPUS 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, ON L1N 6A7 durhamcollege.ca 905-721-2000 dccares@durhamcollege.ca

This program teaches you how to create and read blueprints; gives them the skills of fitting metals and understanding their characteristics; equips them to work safely in the industry; and gives them practical experience in welding shop and inspection methods.

N/A

This Red Seal program contains components of the Welder, Metal Fabricator and Non-Destructive Testing Technician programs. At the end of the two years you will have two entry level certificates. Some of the duties include: developing patterns or follow directions in given layouts; making and examining blueprints and work orders; cleaning and check for defects and shape component parts; performing welds on various metals using different processes in accordance to codes and standards; layout, cut and fabricate structural steel; studying engineering drawings and blueprints; planning the sequence of tasks required to efficiently cut metal, and much more.

Welder

This intermediate course is intended for managers, engineers, inspectors, welding supervisors, welders and other personnel responsible for the quality of welded aluminum products.

N/A

This program offers training in joining and severing metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components. Some of the duties include, developing patterns in given layouts; blueprints and work orders; cleaning and checking for defects and shape component parts; examining blueprints and work orders and performing welds on various metals.

COLLEGE OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC 432 Massachusetts Dr, Stephenville, NL A2N 3C1 cna.nl.ca 709-758-7284 marty.madore@cna.nl.ca or roger.hulan@cna.nl.ca

N/A

The welding apprenticeship program will train you to become a skilled welder, leading towards Red Seal certification (after successful program and work based training hours completion). CNC offers all three levels of technical training.

Apprentice Welding

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca/ 250-562-2138 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

As a graduate of the College of New Caledonia’s program, you’ll be qualified for a variety of jobs in the construction and metal working industries. You’ll also be prepared to successfully complete employers’ skill assessments.

This program prepares the student for a job in the field of welding. The student will be able to apply the various welding techniques used in industry: to oxy-fuel, to arc with coated electrode and to arc in inert atmosphere with fusible electrode. The student will use the techniques of preparation and finishing of materials.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Welding Foundation Program

Welding

COURSE NAME

COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA 3330-22nd Avenue Prince George, BC, V2N 1P8 https://cnc.bc.ca/ 250-562-2137 askcnc@cnc.bc.ca

COLLEGE COMMUNAUTAIRE DU NB - CAMPUS DE BATHURST 727 College St, Bathurst, NB E2A 3Z2 https://ccnb.ca/le-ccnb/nos-campus/campus-de-bathurst.aspx 506-547-2145, 1-800-552-5485 bathurst@ccnb.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

$2,722

$390.00

Please inquire

$1,057 -$1,084 per level

$4,084

N/A

COST

Four semesters

N/A

2 Years

36 weeks

8-10 weeks per level

1 Year

40 weeks

LENGTH

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

https://durhamcollege.ca/programs/ welding-engineering-technician#tabOverview

cwbgroup.org/ education/ courses/intermediate-weld-discontinuities-methods-aluminum

www.cna.nl.ca/ program/welder-metal-fabricator-fitter

www.cna.nl.ca/ program/welder

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/ programs/detail/ apprentice-welding

https://cnc.bc.ca/ programs-courses/ programs/detail/ welding

ccnb.ca/ programmedetudes/nosprogrammes.aspx ?SectorId=&ObjecType= 1&Id=3f1dffef -5a0c-444591cc-4b7d30b43f40

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

125

Yes

Rivet Bonding Hands-On Skills Development introduces the student to the preparation, installation and removal of solid, blind and SPR rivets. Coupons and props are used as well as different tools and methods. Students learn to inspect rivets for proper installation and adjust techniques if needed. Finally, observing an adhesive work time is also a focus in this course. Introduction to Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding provides an overview of spot welding, where it is used, and how a squeeze-type resistance spot welder makes welds. The power requirements, parts, and settings for a spot welder. The course continues with an explanation of the steps for making a weld. Finally, the weld bonding process is explained. After completing this course, you will be able to: explain the spot welding process, explain the power requirements for spot welding, identify the parts of a spot welder, prepare the work piece for spot welding, perform tests to determine weld quality and list the steps required for weld bonding.

Introduction to Rivet Bonding (ST001E01)

Rivet Bonding Hands-On Skills Development (ST005L01)

Introduction to Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding (ST010E01)

Yes

Introduction to Rivet Bonding offers the foundational knowledge of rivet repair including the types of rivets used in collision repair. This course covers the methods for repair planning, rivet removal, preparation of the flange, adhesive application and rivet installation.

Welding Techniques

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

N/A

In this program, students are provided with the theoretical and practical training to perform most basic welding techniques. At the completion of the program, students are eligible to test for welding tickets based on their level of expertise. Students develop skills and knowledge in Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas metal Arc Welding, Flux Core Arc Welding, Metal Core Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Oxy-fuel fusion & Braze Welding, Oxy-fuel and Plasma Cutting, fabrication and layout techniques, heath and safety, metallurgy, blueprint reading and sketching, applied math, communications and introduction to computers.

N/A

The two-semester Welding Techniques program will provide graduates with entry level employable skills for the welding field. Curriculum in the program has been aligned to the basic requirements for Level One Apprenticeship for Welding Fabrication. Labour market demand for skilled welders is high. The Welding Techniques program will introduce you to numerous welding processes and you will gain extensive hands-on experience on the most common processes used within the industry. These processes include: SMAW (shielded metal arc welding) and GMAW (gas metal arc welding) You will also be exposed to specialized processes, such as FCAW (flux core arc welding) andGTAW (gas tungsten arc welding).

GEORGIAN COLLEGE 649 Prospect Blvd, Midland, ON, L4R 0G3 georgiancollege.ca 705-526-3666 midland@georgiancollege.ca

N/A

Car-O-Liner 3D measuring training covers the many functions and capabilities of the Car-O-Liner Vision measuring system: lower and upper body measurements; point-to-point measurements; and absolute and comparative measuring. We also discuss the use of EVO (our Universal Jig System) which is built in to our Vision 2X3 software, and give the technician step-by-step instructions on how to build the jigs and where to place them on the vehicle. This training can be done on-site in your shop or at our training facility in Richmond Hill, Ont. Car-o-liner welding courses are also offered. Betag training courses are provided by Betag Innovation and hosted on site at the Flatline Richmond Hill Training Center.

Welding Techniques

N/A

FLAT LINE 45 Mural Street, Unit 6 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J4 flatlinessi.com 905-475-5600 info@flatlinessi.com

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

FLEMING COLLEGE 599 Brealey Dr, Peterborough, ON, K9J 7B1 flemingcollege.ca 705-749-5530, 1-866-353-6464 info@flemingcollege.ca

COURSE NAME

TRAINING PROVIDER

$75.00

$745.00

$60.00

N/A

$2,309

N/A

COST

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

Training Centre

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

georgiancollege. ca/academics/fulltime-programs/ welding-techniques-wetc/

https://flemingcollege.ca/programs/ welding-techniques

https://flatlinessi. com/services/#car-o-liner-services

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

1.5 hours

5 hours

1.25 hours

1 Year

2 semesters

N/A

LENGTH

126

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

Steel GMA Welding Theory offers students basic knowledge related to steel GMA welding theory. This course will provide an understanding of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and the proper use of GMA welding equipment. The best techniques for making butt joint with backing, open butt, fillet, and plug welds will be provided. Training and Certification: Steel GMA Welding covers GMA steel welding processes, techniques, and best practices through hands-on performance and certification testing. Students will be responsible for machine maintenance and set up and making welds on coupons. The instructor will visually inspect and destructively test the 10 required welds to determine pass or fail of the certification. Introduction to MIG Brazing introduces students to this repair process. MIG Brazing is a repair specified by many vehicle manufacturers. In this course students will examine the theory, equipment, materials, and techniques involved in MIG brazing. The course then discusses safety considerations for the individual as well as the vehicle. MIG Brazing Hands-On Skills Development allows students actual practice completing MIG brazing. Students will prepare props, as well as set up and tune the welder to braze coupons in the common joint configurations used by vehicle makers. They will complete the class by dressing one of their MIG brazed samples. Training and Certification: Steel Sectioning measures a student’s performance in cutting, spot weld removal, and making offset repair joints using plug, open butt joint, and butt joint with backing welds on steel structural parts. Students will perform common welds and must pass an on-site visual inspection and destructive test on the welds before receiving their rail. The Recertification: Steel Sectioning event is a recertification test that verifies students can still meet the requirements of the standard steel sectioning certification. This test demonstrates a student’s continued ability, knowledge, and skills with cutting, spot weld removal, and making offset repair joints using plug, open butt joint, and butt joint with backing welds on steel structural parts. There will be no instructor guidance for this recertification. The Recertification: Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding event is a recertification test that verifies students can still meet the requirements of the standard aluminum GMA (MIG) welding certification. This test, without instructor guidance, will demonstrate a student’s continued knowledge, ability, and skills in aluminum welding. The students will make four unique welds with coupons based on the certification criteria. The Recertification: Steel GMA Welding event is a recertification test that verifies students can still meet the requirements of the standard steel GMA welding certification. This test, without instructor guidance, will demonstrate a student’s continued knowledge, ability, and skills in steel GMA welding. The students will make ten unique welds with coupons based on the certification criteria.

Steel GMA Welding Theory (ST020E01)

Training and Certification: Steel GMA Welding (ST025L01)

Introduction to MIG Brazing (ST030E01)

MIG Brazing Hands-On Skills Development (ST035L01)

Training and Certification: Steel Sectioning (ST105L01)

Recertification: Steel Sectioning (ST110L01)

Recertification: Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding (ST115L01)

Recertification: Steel GMA Welding (ST120L01)

I-CAR ALLIANCE

Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding Hands-On Skills Development describes the history of collision repair welding processes and defines the squeeze-type resistance spot welding (STRSW) process. The student will learn about the considerations for using STRSW and identify the stages of a resistance spot weld.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding Hands-On Skills Development (ST015L01)

COURSE NAME

$525.00

$700.00

$950.00

$745.00

$75.00

$950.00

$65.00

$745.00

COST

2 hours

4 hours

8 hours

4 hours

0.75 hours

8 hours

1 hour

6 hours

LENGTH

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

T R A I N I N G M AT T E R S . C A

127

Welder A pprenticeship Training

N/A

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE 1685 South Dogwood St, Campbell River,BC, V9W 8C1 nic.bc.ca 1-800-715-0915 questions@nic.bc.ca

OLDS COLLEGE 4500 - 50th St, Olds, AB, T4H 1R6 oldscollege.ca 403-556-8281, 1-800-661-6537 apprentice@oldscollege.ca

NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA 100 Niagara College Bvld, Welland,ON, L3C 7L3 niagaracollege.ca 905-735-2214 myfuturenc@niagaracollege.ca

Join or sever metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components used in construction and manufacturing. Utilize electric arc, MIG, TIG and gas welding (oxy acetylene).

All NIC training programs follow the criteria set by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) to ensure your trade qualifications meet current industry standards. NIC offers the following apprenticeship technical training levels: WLA-100, level 1; WLA-200, level 2; WLA-300, level 3; WSM-400, and specialty metals endorsement.

N/A

Welding And Metal Fabrication

Welding Techniques

N/A

Learn how to read blueprints and plan and implement welding and fabrication processes, including layout through to fitting and fabrication, as well as common welding processes, such as shielded metal arc, flux cored arc, and gas metal arc.

As a welder you will be well equipped to fuse metal together with careful precision using a variety of advanced welding techniques. Gain practical experience taking metal fabrication projects from engineering drawings through cutting and forming stages to welding processes.

N/A

Welders use electric arc and oxy-fuel to heat and meld metal. You will learn a technical understanding of arc welding, welding safety, power sources and electrode classifications and selection.

Welding

NEW BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1234 Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB, E1C 8H9 nbcc.ca 888-796-6224 collegeworks@nbcc.ca

N/A

Acquire thorough knowledge of arc, gas and resistance welding theory, and reading and interpreting blueprints. Carry out plasma cutting and TIG welding. Learn how to fit sub assemblies and assemblies together and to prepare assemblies for welding.

Welder - Apprenticeship

MOHAWK COLLEGE 483 Barton St, Stoney Creek, ON, L8E 2L7 https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/ 905-575-2460

N/A

Welder - Vermilion Campus

Use your hand and eye coordination, creativity and ability to concentrate on detailed work as a welder. About half of your training will be to improve your practical welding skills. The other half is about shop skills.Students will learn to use different processes depending upon the type of metal being fused. Often, they will work from a blueprint or work order to complete a project. Apprenticeship is three years with an eight-week technical training period per year.

LAKELAND COLLEGE 5707 College Dr, Vermilion, AB, T9X 1K5 lakelandcollege.ca 780-853-8500, 1-800-661-6490 dana.gard@lakelandcollege.ca

Yes

I-CAR ALLIANCE

The Plasma Arc Cutter training course is designed to provide a basic understanding of plasma arc cutters. The course begins by presenting an overview of plasma arc cutting and plasma arc cutting equipment used with collision repairs. Next, safety considerations when using a plasma arc cutter are presented. The course continues with information about plasma arc cutter set-up and operation. This course concludes with maintenance considerations for plasma arc cutters.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Plasma Arc Cutters (TL036E01)

COURSE NAME

I-CAR CANADA 1400 -180 Elgin St, Ottawa. ON, K2P 2K3 i-car.ca 800-808-2920 collisiontraining@aiacanada.com

TRAINING PROVIDER

$1,225

$781$976 tuition per level

N/A

$3,380

N/A

Free

COST

Hybrid

Online

DELIVERY METHOD

oldscollege. ca/programs/ trades-apprenticeship/welder-apprenticeship/ index.html

nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/ trades-technical/ construction-programs/welder-apprenticeship-harmonized/

niagaracollege.ca/ trades/program/ welding-techniques/#overview

https://nbcc.ca/ programs-courses/program-details?baseCurriculumId=c3606e1e7cd0-41db-8b52-c 67a8aaebc04

https://nbcc.ca/ programs-courses/program-details?baseCurriculumId=3fe02028-4 8e9-4311-ad4a-1e 11336d8844

mohawkcollege. ca/programs/ skilled-trades/ welder-456a

lakelandcollege. ca/academics/ trades-technology-apprenticeship/ programs/welder/ overview/default. aspx

i-car.ca/training/ Catalog

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

8 Weeks per Level

8-16 weeks

1 Year

3 semesters

3 Years

0.5 hours

LENGTH

128

T R A I N I N G D I R E C T O RY | 2 0 2 1 N/A

N/A

In the first year of your welding diploma, you’ll get hands-on training in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW). In second year, you’ll learn advanced techniques including flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead welding. Students will get in-depth hands-on education in current welding techniques — working with the most current technology — and study the theory at the same time. Learn shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW). Learn how to properly setup and use Spanesi’s MIG/MAG welding machines and Spanesi Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding machines. Get tips, tricks and instruction on the proper joining methods used on multiple substrates. This 2-day class provides the opportunity to learn from the industry leading professionals that train on Spanesi welding machine customers across North America. Class date: September 22, 2021

Welder Apprenticeship

Welding

Welding and Fabrication Technician - Diploma

Welding Techniques

RED DEER COLLEGE 100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB, T4N 5H5 rdc.ab.ca 403-342-3100, 1-888-475-1102 apprenticeship.registration@rdc.ab.ca

RED RIVER COLLEGE 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0J9 rrc.mb.ca 204-632-2327, 1-800-903-7710 register@rrc.ca

Spanesi Welding and Joining Training - 1 Day Course September 2021

Welding Techniques

Welding and Fabrication Technician

SPANESI AMERICAS INC. 123 Ambassador Dr. STE 107 spanesi-americas.com/ 224-SPANESI, 224-772-6374 training@spanesi-americas.com

ST. CLAIR COLLEGE 2000 Talbot Rd, W Windsor, ON, N9A 6S4 stclaircollege.ca 519-966-1656 info@stclaircollege.ca

ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE 2 St. Lawrence Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 4Z1 stlawrencecollege.ca 613-933-6080, 1-800-463-0753 dreamit@sl.on.ca

SHERIDAN COLLEGE DAVIS CAMPUS 7899 McLaughlin Rd, Brampton, ON, L6Y 5H9 sheridancollege.ca 905-459-7533

N/A

This program develops skills and knowledge in oxyacetylene, arc, tungsten inert gas (TIG) and metal inert gas (MIG) welding processes. You will spend the majority of class time on practical shop work, plus mathematics, science, industrial communications and blueprint reading.

I4 Resistance Spot Welding & Mig Steel Welding Course

This program prepares students for the welding industry’s demands by being able to work with welding technology at the technician level. Graduates will be able to receive a college diploma and the equivalent of all the in-school training necessary to meet the requirements of the provincially administered welder apprenticeship program.

Students will become proficient in Arc and MIG welding, so they can become entry-level welders in a variety of industries and trades.

Join or sever metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components used in construction and manufacturing. Utilize electric arc, MIG, TIG and gas welding (oxy acetylene).

As a result of attendance in this 8 hour program the student will be able to explain the difference between the effectiveness and benefits of STRSW and GMAW (MIG) welding, Evaluate cost savings, overall time savings and ease of the STRSW process compared to GMAW (MIG) structural and non-structural welds, perform correct and approved STRSW and GMAW (MIG) structural and non-structural welds, and more.

N/A

Yes

N/A

PRO SPOT INTERNATIONAL INC. TRAINING DIVISION 5932 Sea Otter Place, Carlsbad, CA, 92010 prospot.com 760-407-1414 info@prospot.com

In this course offered by Motivated Reps, students will learn the benefits of adhesive bonding, as well as how to choose the appropriate adhesive, where to use adhesives and following OEM procedures when panel and weld bonding.

Panel Bonding and Weld Bonding

N/A

I-CAR ALLIANCE

PLIOGRIP Box 964 Norwich, Ontario N0J1P0 motivatedreps.com 519-802-6023 sales@motivatedreps.com

Learn on state-of-the-art equipment at the Trades and Technology Centre. You will receive training in multiple welding processes, operating fabrication equipment, using blueprints, general shop practice and shop safety.While aquiring this degree, you will gain 1,200 hours of trade time credit provided that you meet the academic and timeline requirements.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Welding Certificate

COURSE NAME

PARKLAND COLLEGE 273 Dracup Avenue North Yorkton, SK S3N 4H8 parklandcollege.sk.ca 866-783-6766 learn.trades@parklandcollege.sk.ca

TRAINING PROVIDER

1 Year

2 Years

Canadian Students: $3,559 International Students: $16,149

8 Hours

1 Year

2 Years

7 Months

3 Years

8 Hours

N/A

35 Weeks

LENGTH

N/A

$795 (no charge for current customers)

$5,078

$5,220

N/A

$290.00

N/A

$6000 Books & Materials $2,100

COST

Hybrid

Classroom

Training Centre

Hybrid

Classroom

Hybrid

DELIVERY METHOD

stlawrencecollege. ca/programs/ welding-and-fabrication-technician/ full-time/cornwall

stclaircollege.ca/ programs/welding-techniques

eventbrite.com/e/ spanesi-welding-and-joiningtraining-1-daycourse-september-2021-tickets-110860332238

https://academics. sheridancollege. ca/programs/welding-techniques

https://academics. sheridancollege. ca/programs/ welding-fabrication-technician

https://catalogue. rrc.ca/Programs/ WPG/Fulltime/ WELDF-CT/Overview

https://rdc.ab.ca/ programs/trades/ welder-apprenticeship

https://prospot. com/support/training/registration/

www.motivatedrepscom/

https://parklandcollege.sk.ca/ programs/tradesapprenticeship/ welding/appliedcertificate.html

LINK TO REGISTER

WELDING TRAINING

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TITANIUM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 10557 Keele Street - Unit 10 Maple, ON, L6A 0J5 titanium22.ca 647-494-9696 sales@titanium22.ca

SPANESI AMERICAS INC. 123 Ambassador Dr. STE 107 spanesi-americas.com/ 224-SPANESI 224-772-6374 training@spanesi-americas.com

CHIEF UNIVERSITY/ CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES 996 Industrial Dr, Madison, IN, 47250 chiefautomotive.com/ Training and Support/ 800-445-9262

TRAINING PROVIDER

Yes

This interactive class is designed for entry-level and experienced structural repair technicians. Technicians will learn the fundamental principles of collision theory, measuring, analyzing, repair planning and setup for unibody vehicles to maximize both repair quality and profitability. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00008. This course is a prerequisite to Chief’s Advanced Unitized Body Repair class. Learn how to use the most flexible Universal Jig system in the world. This 2-day class provides the opportunity to learn from the best with the individuals that install Spanesi Frame Straightening Benches and Universal Jig Systems across North America. This hands-on course provides students the knowledge to mount, measure and straighten vehicles using Spanesi’s Universal Jig System and Spanesi Frame Straightening Benches. Class dates: October 13, 2021 through October 14, 2021

Full Frame Analysis & Repair Planning

Unitized Body Analysis & Repair Planning

Titanium Tools and Equipment

N/A

$795 (no charge for current customers)

N/A

COST

Other (see description)

2 Days

16 hours

LENGTH

Training Centre

Classroom

DELIVERY METHOD

titanium22.ca

eventbrite.com/e/ 110856673294

chieftechnology. com/training-support/

LINK TO REGISTER

STRUCTURAL REPAIR TRAINING

Yes

This class is designed for entry-level and experienced structural repair technicians. Technicians will learn the fundamental principles of collision theory, measuring, analyzing, repair planning and setup for full-frame vehicles to maximize both repair quality and profitability. Real world case studies of collision-damaged pickups and SUVs are included. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00004. The course is a prerequisite to Chief’s advanced full frame repair technicians class.

Design-Based Repair

This advanced course features instruction on the advanced steels that are being introduced in vehicles by manufacturers. The information in this course includes problems related to proper metal identification and identification of proper repair methods and procedures.

Computerized Measuring Systems Training

Titanium Tools and Equipment provides industry professional virtual and in person product training to distributors and technicians at its warehouse, showroom and training centre located in Maple, Ontario. Training is offered on Celette equipment such as the Naja measuring system and Cameleon Universal jig system and dedicated jig system. Miracle System steel and aluminum dent pulling systems, spot welder and MIG welder training. Titanium Tools and Equipment also provides training on the WIELÄNDER+SCHILL Xpress 800 Rivet gun.

Yes

This class trains technicians in the most efficient use of computerized measuring. Technicians learn to operate Chief’s computerized measuring systems to identify structural misalignment and maximize both repair quality and profitability. Hands-on activities include identify and analyze the internal and external forces that occur during a collision; understanding terminology and theory of computerized measuring systems; troubleshooting, care and maintenance to improve productivity. Course I-CAR number is CHEM-00005.

Spanesi Universal Jig Training - 2 Day Course November 2021

I-CAR ALLIANCE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NAME

LAST WORD

WELCOME TO CANADA’S AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET Why don’t you stay a while? By Allison Rogers

ith the pandemic came a new way of training. Now that we’re 18 months into this new world of learning—much of which is digitally-driven, I might add—the members of Canada’s automotive aftermarket are faced with a whole new way to approach skilled trades education. Whether you’re a budding apprentice or a technician touting 45+ years of experience, you have something to learn in this so-called new normal.

According to Michael Macaluso, executive vice president of paint, collision and glass for Driven Brands, the collision industry has experienced more change in the last five years than it did in the previous 20 years combined. Alongside that information comes the understanding that, as we adapt to 21st century challenges, we require tradespeople with 21st century skills. That’s where this year’s Training Directory comes in; with

WHETHER YOU’RE A BUDDING APPRENTICE OR A TECHNICIAN T O U T I N G 4 5 + Y E A R S O F E X P E R I E N C E , YO U H AV E S O M E T H I N G TO LEARN IN THIS SO-CALLED NEW NORMAL.

Canada’s apprenticeship programs have evidently taken a hit amid the pandemic. Cancelled work placements have led to disruptions to on-the-job learning—in some cases, full stops. Unanticipated shifts toward online learning or mixed methods presented a whole new learning curve. And, for apprentices that were the very last lines of their education, the pandemic presented a whole new hiring landscape. Transformation is not a new concept to the Canadian collision repair sector; even pre-pandemic, rapid change was a constant for businessowners, technicians, painters and jobbers alike. According to Michael Macaluso, executive vice president of paint, collision and glass for Driven Brands, the collision industry has experienced more change in the last five years than it did in the previous 20 years combined. In other words: 21st century challenges require talented tradespeople with 21st century skills. The good news? If you’re in the collision industry, you are in the perfect position. Heck, even if you’re not, collision repair presents an endlessly interesting and The opportunities available to you are endless, should you carry the right credentials.

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more than 700 aftermarket courses between the pages of this magazine, there’s something for every automotive enthusiast, student, apprentice, technician, painter, businessowner—the list goes on. If you desire a career in Canada’s automotive aftermarket, the 2021 Training Directory is your first step to greatness. With course listings in the areas of advanced driver assistance system calibration; electric vehicle repair and dismantling; welding techniques; management lessons and so much more, there is truly a course for everyone listed in this magazine. So what are you waiting for? The time to secure your dream job is now—go out and claim it! TD

Allison Rogers is the editor of the Training Directory. She can be reached at allison@mediamatters.ca.

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