ATA Equipment Familiarisation for Diagnostic Technician - Glasgow and Edinburgh Course Description

2 Days intensive training of Equipment and Diagnostic Techniques that are required during the ATA Diagnostic Technicians assessment. This will include theuse of: Measuring Equipment, Multimeters and Scope. The areas covered are listed below. This training is only appropriate for technicians who are updating previous training experience.

• Braking Systems
• Engine Electrical Systems
• Engine Mechanical Systems
• Vehicle Electrical Systems
• Transmission Systems
• Steering and Wheel Alignment

Pre-Requisites

Minimum industry experience 3 years

Key Benefits

With the increasing complexity and sophistication of vehicles there has never been a greater need for competent technicians. Properly trained technicians are highly skilled professionals; Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) has been developed to enable identification of them. Automotive Technician Accreditation is based on National Occupational Standardsto ensure that it meets the skills requirement of the retail motor industry. Accreditation is valid for 5 years. Accredited Technicians must have current experience at the level they wish to be assessed

• It will assure you as a garage owner and your customers that your technicians are up to the national occupational standards.
• You will be able to grade your technicians for pay awards
• Consumer confidence in ATA registered technicians and the organisations employing them
• Proof of current technical competence and professional responsibility
• A benchmark for technician recruitment and training
• Recognition of the retail motor industries commitment to the training anddevelopment of individuals