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August 2018
BAR Update Training (Electrical Diagnostics)
Smog Check Repair Technicians must renew their Smog Repair License every 2 years and this course will satisfy the BAR criteria for 12 hours of continuing education credit. Electrical Diagnostics Course Objective Use a OEM diagnostic thought process when diagnosing, repairing system or component problems. Identify the 5 Step Troubleshooting Process. Use Voltage Drop testing to isolate circuit faults Use a DVOM and an Electrical Wiring Diagram to diagnose an Electrical Fault and a Parasitic Current Draw Problem. Correctly use a…
Find out more »Level 1 Part 3 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD II)
This is a 32 hr course and most importantly the 3rd part of Level 1 Engine and Emission Controls Fundamentals Time: Monday – Wednesday (6PM – 10PM) Date: August 6 - August 15th This course will cover the following; The proper testing procedure of an On-Board Inspection System (OIS) Visual and functional testing related to OBDII inspection Description, explanation and State/Federal Regulations of the following Readiness Monitors; Fuel Control Monitor Misfire Monitor Comprehensive Component Monitor Non-Continuous Monitors Monitor Drive Cycles…
Find out more »Level 2 – Smog Check Procedures Training
The Smog Check Procedures Training must be completed by all Inspector candidates. This training provides students the procedural knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections. Students who complete and pass this training will have met the Bureau's training requirements to qualify to take the Smog Check Inspector state licensing examination. This training is 48 hours and must be completed at a BAR-certified school. To pass Level 2 training, a student must successfully complete a series of hands-on…
Find out more »Level 2 – Smog Check Procedures Training
The Smog Check Procedures Training must be completed by all Inspector candidates. This training provides students the procedural knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections. Students who complete and pass this training will have met the Bureau's training requirements to qualify to take the Smog Check Inspector state licensing examination. This training is 48 hours and must be completed at a BAR-certified school. To pass Level 2 training, a student must successfully complete a series of hands-on…
Find out more »Level 2 – Smog Check Procedures Training
The Smog Check Procedures Training must be completed by all Inspector candidates. This training provides students the procedural knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections. Students who complete and pass this training will have met the Bureau's training requirements to qualify to take the Smog Check Inspector state licensing examination. This training is 48 hours and must be completed at a BAR-certified school. To pass Level 2 training, a student must successfully complete a series of hands-on…
Find out more »February 2019
Smog Repair Technician Certification Course
$1200.00
BAR (ASE Alternative) 72-hour Smog Repair Technician Training Courses The Smog Repair Technician License allows an individual to diagnose, adjust and repair the emission control systems on vehicles subject to the Smog Check Program at licensed Repair Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of California. These courses are designed to satisfy the professional certification prerequisites when renewing or obtaining your Smog Check Repair Technician License. Note: ASE certification in the areas of A6, A8,…
Find out more »April 2019
BAR Update (Repair Technicians)
$275.00
Smog Check Inspectors are required to complete 4 hours of BAR license update training every two years for license renewal. This training must be done at the www.californiaarc.gov. Smog Check Repair Technicians are required to complete 16 hours of automotive technology update training every two years for license renewal. Training must be completed at a BAR-Certified School. To register for the Smog Repair Technician License click on the "Registration" tab and complete the registration form.
Find out more »BAR Update Training (Electrical Diagnostics)
$275.00
Smog Check Repair Technicians must renew their Smog Repair License every 2 years and this course will satisfy the BAR criteria for 12 hours of continuing education credit. Electrical Diagnostics Course Objective Use a OEM diagnostic thought process when diagnosing, repairing system or component problems. Identify the 5 Step Troubleshooting Process. Use Voltage Drop testing to isolate circuit faults Use a DVOM and an Electrical Wiring Diagram to diagnose an Electrical Fault and a Parasitic Current Draw Problem. Correctly use a…
Find out more »March 2020
Level 2 – Smog Check Procedures Training
$600.00
The Smog Check Procedures Training must be completed by all Inspector candidates. This training provides students the procedural knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform Smog Check inspections. Students who complete and pass this training will have met the Bureau’s training requirements to qualify to take the Smog Check Inspector state licensing examination. This training is 36 hours and must be completed at a BAR-certified school. To pass Level 2 training, a student must successfully complete a series of hands-on…
Find out more »April 2020
2020 Update Training – Advanced Valve Timing & Engine Mechanical Diagnostics
$300.00
Advanced Valve Timing & Engine Mechanical Diagnostics April 6, 2020, 6:00 pm - April 8, 2020, 10:00 pm To renew your Smog Inspector license you are required to complete the 4-hour on-line Inspector Update Training at https://www.californiaarc.org To renew your Smog Check Repair Technician license you are required to complete a minimum of 12- hours automotive technology update training every two years at a BAR-Certified School.
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