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STATE SMOG CHECK INSPECTOR LICENSE
The Inspector license allows an individual to inspect and certify the emission control systems on vehicles subject to the Smog Check Program at licensed Test Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of California.
To qualify to take the examination, the applicant must meet
One of the following three requirements:
1. Successfully complete the BAR specified Engine and Emission Control Training (Level1), AND successfully complete the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
2. Certification:
Possess certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in all three of the following areas: A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance, and L-1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
3. Education/Experience:
Possess an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree or higher in Automotive Technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school, AND have one year automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
Possess a certificate in automotive technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school with a minimum of 720 hours of course work that includes at least 280 hours of course work in the engine performance areas, AND have one year of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
Have a minimum of two years of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR specified Diagnostic and Repair Training (alternative training) within the last five years, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years.
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INSPECTOR LICENSE CURRICULUM
Engine and Emission Control Training (Level 1) is only required for Inspector license candidates with minimal or no experience. See the Inspector license flowchart for more information. The training is a minimum of 68 hours in length and covers:
Personal, shop, equipment and vehicle safety practices
Engine theory, design and operation
Identification of engine systems, parts and components
Emission control system theory, design and operation
Identification of emission control systems, parts and components
On Board Diagnostics (OBD II) systems
Ignition timing inspection
Exhaust gas recirculation systems
Smog Check Training (Level 2) is required for all Inspector candidates. See the Inspector license flowchart for more information. The training is a minimum of 28 hours and covers:
Personal, shop, equipment, and vehicles safety practices
Rules associated with customer authorization and the overall administration of the Smog Check Program
Operation and calibration of Smog Check emission inspection systems
Tailpipe emission inspections – loaded mode and two-speed-idle
Emission control system visual inspections
Emission control functional inspections
INSPECTOR LICENSING TUITION AND FEES
COURSE LENGHT OF COURSE TUITION REG FEE STRF FEE TOTAL
LEVEL 1 72 Hours $1600.00 $75.00 $0.00 $1000.00
LEVEL 2 32 Hours $600.00 $00.00 $0.00 $595.00