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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2004 Archives |
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I-CAR INTRODUCES WEBEX INTERNET TRAINING
Rick Tuuri, I-CAR’s Director of Business Development, stated that, "I-CAR is pleased to provide this additional support for our existing instructors across North America. Currently, it’s not uncommon for an instructor to have to travel to teach I-CAR programs, sometimes at no small expense of personal time, money, or both. With this technology, we will be able to deliver some programs with an instructor in a convenient location and leverage the capabilities of the Internet rather than placing additional demands on our instructors while also increasing the availability of I-CAR training." I-CAR Manager of Tech Centre Operations Lori Barrington said, "The main delivery of training for I-CAR is, and will continue to be traditional live classroom delivery. However, using WebEx as an additional delivery option vastly increases our ability to provide training to areas throughout North America. I-CAR "live" training delivered via WebEx will offer the same technical content and information as found in the traditional class setting. The only difference is that the instructor is not in the same location as the student, but instead is in a "virtual" classroom environment, communicating in "real-time" via the internet and telephone." Currently, the following I-CAR training programs are available in the WebEx delivery format:
Visit the I-CAR WebEx Internet Training section online and utilize a search function to find a WebEx training program near you. Additional information about WebEx training and how to become a host are available online or through contacting your I-CAR regional manager at 800.422.7456.
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I-CAR ENHANCED DELIVERY TRAINING CURRICULUM LAUNCH COMPLETEI-CAR has completed the development of the initial launch of the Enhanced Delivery training curriculum. Over sixty individual modularized training programs, including three hands-on prep and qualification tests, are now available to the collision industry.
I-CAR Technical Development Manager Jason Bartanen said, "This is an important milestone in the evolution of I-CAR training. The Enhanced Delivery curriculum has had a significant impact on the collision industry due the support of our dedicated instructors, volunteers, and industry partners that participated in the research, development, and delivery of the most instructional collision repair training available today. While the initial development is completed, the curriculum will be continuously updated and expanded to include new technologies and repair procedures that will be required to keep pace with new vehicle technology and other changes in the collision industry." Enhanced Delivery programs offer in-depth coverage of both conventional and innovative collision repair technologies and processes. These programs feature knowledge-based training as well as performance-based testing, with an increased emphasis of hands-on exercises. To successfully complete an Enhanced Delivery program, students are required to attend class and pass the post-test administered at the completion of the program. As collision repair and classroom delivery technology advances, I-CAR is committed to meeting the industry’s changing needs. A complete listing of the available I-CAR Enhanced Delivery curriculum is available in a downloadable PDF below.
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INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS INVITED TO I-CAR CANADA EVENT THIS WEEK
Schedule of EventsWednesday, September 15
Thursday, September 16
Program Previews Discover how I-CAR training can keep you up-to-date on the advancing technology by attending these sessions. Three of I-CAR's newest training programs will be highlighted in brief presentations. The highlighted programs include Structural Aluminum Repair Processes (SPA02), Electric And Electric Hybrid Vehicles (ATL01), and Electronically Controlled Steering And Suspension Systems (STE05). Forum Discussion Find out more about key business issues in our industry, how they may affect you, and what the future looks like at this interesting and interactive session. We invite you to learn from six of the industry's top professionals as they discuss the business issues of today and the vision of tomorrow in 10 -15 minute presentations. At the conclusion of the presentations, you will get your questions answered in an open panel discussion with the presenters. The panel includes:
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EMERGENCY EXTRICATION SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAMS TO BE HELD AT COLLISION INDUSTRY TRADESHOW IN NORTHLAKE, ILLINOISEmergency and Extrication Safety Training programs will be provided at no charge to emergency personnel and first responders during the 3rd Annual Collision Industry Tradeshow on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at the Midwest Conference Center in Northlake, Illinois. The tradeshow will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the emergency personnel and first responder training programs scheduled for 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., 12:30 – 4:30 p.m., and 5 – 9 p.m.; all three sessions cover the same material.
Main topics of the Emergency and Extrication Safety Training program will include: emergency services and first responder safety; restraint system overview, operation, and safety handling procedures; and hybrid and alternative fuel safety and handling procedures. After presenting the information, I-CAR Instructor Todd Hoffman will conduct a question and answer session. Although the sessions are provided at no charge to emergency personnel, pre-registration is required; a registration form is available at www.goldclass.com. Details on the training program are also on the web site, or may be obtained by contacting Hoffman at 713.553.6279. All three training programs are sponsored by the CARSTAR Quality Collision Services, Chicago West I-CAR Committee, collision repair career and technical schools and colleges, Gold Class Professionals collision repair facilities, LKQ Corporation, and State Farm Insurance Company.
For directions to the Midwest Conference Center in Northlake, Illinois, please visit their web site.
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VENDORS SHOWING STRONG SUPPORT FOR UPCOMING COLLISION INDUSTRY TRADESHOW IN NORTHLAKE, ILLINOISBooth vendors are showing strong support for the upcoming 3rd Annual Collision Industry Tradeshow on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at the Midwest Conference Center in Northlake, Illinois. Are you planning on attending this informative collision industry event? The booth vendors that are currently listed as presenting include:
There is still booth space available and those interested in reserving booth space should contact I-CAR Committee Chair Keith Eichensehr at 630.541.4116. Technical Clinics
The tradeshow will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and will offer a multitude of industry-related information. Highlights of this tradeshow meeting include vendors representing all segments of the industry, updates on I-CAR programs and initiatives, and informative presentations from industry leaders. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to attend the I-CAR Structural Aluminum Design And Repair Processes (SPA01) training program at the discounted rate of $60. The tradeshow meeting, hosted by the Naperville, Illinois I-CAR District Committee, is open to the entire collision industry. All of the proceeds from this event will benefit the I-CAR Education Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that attracts entry-level candidates and assists in preparing them for careers in the collision industry. For additional information regarding the tradeshow, please contact I-CAR South Central Regional Manager Mike Miller at 800.422.7456 or Committee Chair Keith Eichensehr at 630.541.4116. To learn more about the efforts of the I-CAR Education Foundation, please contact the Education Foundation Products and Services Administrator Michelle Shotkoski at 888.722.3787, Ext. 283. |
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I-CAR INDUCTS DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS INTO I-CAR HALL OF FAMEAt the 2004 I-CAR International Annual Meeting – 25th Anniversary Celebration, held August 4 – 8, in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated volunteers were inducted into the I-CAR Hall of Fame. The following individuals were recognized for 25 years of dedication and service to I-CAR and the collision industry:
The following individuals were recognized for 20 years of dedication and service to I-CAR and the collision industry:
Congratulations and thank you for your continued support of I-CAR! |
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STRUCTURAL STRAIGHTENING ALUMINUM (SSA01) - ONE OF SIX I-CAR TRAINING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE DURING NACE
One of the available I-CAR training programs is Structural Straightening Aluminum (SSA01) on Wednesday, November 3rd from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Topics that will be covered during this program include:
A full schedule of available I-CAR training programs and registration information available during NACE are available through the NACE web site. Register today and enhance your professional skills through I-CAR training! |
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COLLISION TV INTERACTIVE DISTANCE COLLISION REPAIR TRAINING AVAILABLE TO ENTIRE CANADIAN COLLISION INDUSTRY
Satellite training locations for these programs and an extended Collision TV training schedule are available online. For additional information and registration, please call 800.422.7456. |
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LOOKING TO ENHANCE YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - COMPLETE AN I-CAR QUALIFICATION TESTHave you advanced your professional skills by successfully completing one of the three I-CAR qualification tests (QTs)? Recognized by vehicle manufacturers, I-CAR QTs allow professionals the opportunity to prove that they have the skills to perform the tasks required for proper, efficient, and safe collision repairs. Advance your professional skills by successfully completing an I-CAR QT today! I-CAR is proud to announce the following news about the QT program for the collision industry:
As of January 1, 2004 I-CAR has restructured the fee for all I-CAR QTs. The fee structuring benefits the entire collision industry by making these ‘hands-on’ skills based QTs more affordable. The new price structure for all I-CAR QTs is as follows:
I-CAR Introduces New QT – Structural Parts Steel Qualification Test (SPS05) The first I-CAR Structural Parts Steel (SPS) Qualification Test site opened in early 2004. The hand-on skills based QT allows technicians to demonstrate their skills in the GMA (MIG) Welding when sectioning structural steel parts. New QT Features Available Online Recent additions to the I-CAR web site have made QT information more readily available to potential test takers. Visit I-CAR online toady to find the following user friendly options:
For additional information about the I-CAR Qualification Tests and how to register for one today visit the I-CAR online or contact I-CAR Qualification Test Manger Audie Swedeen at 877.422.7644.
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ARE YOU REGISTERED FOR THE FALL ASE CERTIFICATION TEST DATES? DEADLINE APPROACHING FAST!
To become ASE-certified, students register for and take one or more of ASE’s 40-plus exams. After passing at least one exam and providing proof of two years of relevant work experience, the automotive professional becomes ASE-certified. However, re-certification must take place every five years. I-CAR and Industry Training Alliance training programs prepare collision repair professionals for ASE certification tests. To help participants better prepare for the ASE-certification tests, I-CAR has identified programs for each of the collision tests. A properly-trained automotive professional that has also completed the appropriate ASE certification(s) provides the credentials that give the vehicle owner confidence that their vehicle can be properly repaired. B2 Painting And Refinishing
B3 Non-Structural Analysis And Damage Repair
B4 Structural Analysis And Repair
B5 Electrical And Mechanical Components
B6 Damage Analysis And Estimating
Registration information can be obtained by visiting the ASE web site, by calling the ASE toll-free information line at 877.ASE.TECH or ASE customer service at 703.669.6600, or by writing to: ASE For more information on I-CAR training programs, visit the online class schedules section, or call I-CAR customer care at 800.422.7872. |
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I-CAR E-NEWSLETTER REACHES 10,000 INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS AND COUNTINGEarlier this summer Donald Van Cleve, mechanical designer for GEM (Global Electric Motorcars), became the 10,000th subscriber to the free, bi-weekly I-CAR e-newsletter. Van Cleve is involved with computer design for automotive body components for GEM and noted that he "uses information from the e-newsletter to improve his designs." "I became aware of the (I-CAR) e-newsletter through an auto body instructor friend of mine," Van Cleve added. Congrats again Mr. Van Cleve! Do you know someone who might enjoy receiving the free, bi-weekly I-CAR e-newsletter? Encourage them to subscribe today to e-newsletter which contains the latest information on available I-CAR collision repair training programs, the I-CAR Education Foundation, the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individuals training designations, upcoming local events, and a wealth of other I-CAR and collision industry news. In addition, every e-newsletter includes an Advantage Online article providing the latest in collision repair technical information. Subscribing to the free I-CAR e-newsletter is quick and easy. Direct others to simply go to the I-CAR home page, enter in their e-mail address, and start receiving the latest collision industry news and information from I-CAR today! |
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Industry professionals are invited to the I-CAR Canada informational session entitled "A View of the Road Ahead" on September 15-16, 2004 at the Mississauga Convention Centre in Mississauga, Ontario! This two day event will take a look at some of today's concerns within the collision industry such as: importance of training, advancing technologies, industry responsibilities, and the change in marketing dynamics. The event will include a tradeshow, an Industry Leader forum, and a closer look at three of the newest I-CAR training programs. Mark your calendars now to attend what will prove to be an incredible educational and worthwhile experience!
