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This five-day program develops deductive reasoning abilities in Heavy Equipment Technicians that can be applied to complex electrical and mechanical systems. It is guaranteed to significantly reduce equipment downtime and costs.

Over 1,000 lbs of project equipment is trailered to your site. This enables participants tospend 90% of their time troubleshooting realistic faults utilizing both hardwired (including CAN Bus) and software simulators under the guidance of a Master Troubleshooter.

Based on Canada Training Group's proprietary Deductive Reasoning TM methodology, this program is flexible enough to develop strong processes in younger troubleshooters and still challenge experienced troubleshooters to fine-tune their skills.

Another major outcome from this training will be a huge increase in job satisfaction. Your troubleshooters will be keenly aware of their increased competence and feel capable of extraordinary achievement. The natural result is a dramatic increase in productivity; your people will see the impact of a job well done and will want to do more.

Any troubleshooter determined to improve their game will be able to apply our Deductive Reasoning TM methodology to electrical, mechanical and other systems, collectively saving you hundreds of thousands of dollars in downtime during their career with your company.

Our instructors have 30-40 years of electrical troubleshooting experience, including 15-20 years as troubleshooting instructors. Our maximum class size of 8 students allows the instructor to work closely with each student to improve every aspect of their troubleshooting skills and ensure their maximum learning.

Past participants continue to make especial reference to the measurable increase in their safety by following our proprietary Deductive Reasoning TM methodology.

Who should attend: Heavy Equipment Technicians, Millwrights, Mechanics, Technicians, and any other worker who must be relied on to quickly and accurately diagnose and fix electrical and mechanical systems.

You will be able to: Significantly reduce equipment downtime by rigorously applying our proprietary troubleshooting process

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  • Jeff S., Co-Op Refinery Complex
    “This course made me look at the big picture, then find my way to the problem faster by not doing unnecessary testing and checks. Having to write a bubble around the problem area made it easy to reason and test my way through to find the problem quicker and easier.”
  • Zack Berthier, Global Container Terminals
    The course was a good refresher. It had good analysis sharpening skills. Also, the switchboards, laptops, and programs helped break down circuits.
  • Derek Deuling, LP Peace Valley OSB
    “I think that most of the materials presented were a great exercise in practicing trouble shooting skills.”
  • Aaron Staudinger, Syncrude Canada
    "I believe this course will help decrease downtime if we document, analyze and have a plan before we start arc testing."
  • Laurie Tischler, TransGas
    “Was a good course. Enjoyed the challenges of troubleshooting with a different method. Would highly recommend.”

Course topics

1. INTRODUCTION

Objective:

I. EVALUATE AND COMPARE REASONING METHODOLOGIES

Objective: Determine the most efficient and effective reasoning methodology to employ while troubleshooting

II. DEDUCE FAULT TYPE

Objective: Isolate the root cause using deduction.

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1. INTRODUCTION

Objective:

  • Course Introduction
  • Student Introductions

I. EVALUATE AND COMPARE REASONING METHODOLOGIES

Objective: Determine the most efficient and effective reasoning methodology to employ while troubleshooting

  • Review Analytical Thinking
  • Review Divergent Thinking
  • Review Convergent Thinking
  • Review Inductive Reasoning
  • Develop a Troubleshooting Procedure Applying Deductive Reasoning
  • Compare Deductive Reasoning to Analytical Thinking
  • Review Deductive Reasoning
  • Develop an Electrical Troubleshooting Procedure Applying Deductive Reasoning
  • Practical Projects

II. DEDUCE FAULT TYPE

Objective: Isolate the root cause using deduction.

  • Differentiate Between Electrical and Mechanical Faults
  • Differentiate Between Electrical and Fluid Faults
  • Differentiate Between Power and Control Faults
  • Differentiate Between Electrical and Electronic Faults
  • Identify Black Box Faults
  • Practical Projects

III. PLAN YOUR TROUBLESHOOTING APPROACH

Objective: Use empirical evidence to plan your steps.

  • Evaluate Hazards
  • Select Starting Point
  • Plan Minimum Troubleshooting Steps
  • Deduce Test Results
  • Practical Projects

IV. PREPARE TO TROUBLESHOOT

Objective: Develop preparatory skills.

  • Select Troubleshooting Tools
  • Make Factual Observations
  • Plan Your Tests
  • Gather Empirical Evidence
  • Practical Projects

V. TROUBLESHOOT THE SYSTEM

Objective: Apply a non-redundant series of minimum tests supported with documentation of the process.

  • Control Hazards
  • Conduct Tests
  • Record Tests and Results
  • Practical Projects

VI. INTERPRET DATA

Objective: Utilize results of troubleshooting to both fix the current problem but to also deduce root cause.

  • Evaluate Test Results
  • Eliminate Non-Problem Areas
  • Identify True Cause of Failure
  • Practical Projects
  • Isolate Cause of Failure

VII. TROUBLESHOOT 12/24VDC SYSTEM PROBLEMS

Objective: Apply deductive reasoning skills to identify and isolate constant and intermittent DC system problems with the fewest tests

  • Open Circuits
  • Short Circuits
  • Voltage Drops
  • Voltage Loss
  • Grounded Circuits
  • Crossed Circuits
  • Sensor Faults
  • Actuator Faults
  • ECU Faults
  • Practical Projects

VIII. UNDERSTAND HEAVY EQUIPMENT CAN BUS CONTROL SYSTEMS

Objective: Identify and relate the individual components of a CAN Bus system and how they are integrated into a system

  • CAN Protocols
  • CAN Networks
  • Electronic Control Units
  • CAN Bus
  • Nodes
  • CAN Message
  • CAN Logging
  • Diagnostic Trouble Codes
  • Sensors
  • Actuators
  • CAN Customizing
  • Practical Projects

IX. TROUBLESHOOT HEAVY EQUIPMENT CAN BUS CONTROL SYSTEMS

Objective: Apply deductive reasoning skills to identify and isolate constant and intermittent CAN Bus system problems with the fewest tests

  • Test Instruments
  • Electronic Control Unit Problems
  • BUS Problems
  • Sensor Problems
  • Node Problems
  • Actuator Problems
  • Open Circuits
  • Grounded Circuits
  • Hi - Lo Short Circuits
  • Practical Projects

X. TROUBLESHOOT HEAVY EQUIPMENT CAN BUS SENSORS

Objective: Apply deductive reasoning skills when testing sensors

  • Sensor Types
  • Sensor Calibration
  • Liquid Level Sensors
  • Position Sensors
  • Pressure Sensors
  • Speed/Timing Sensors
  • Temperature Sensors
  • Other Sensors
  • Practical Projects

XI. TROUBLESHOOT HEAVY EQUIPMENT CAN BUS ACTUATORS

Objective: Apply deductive reasoning skills when testing actuators

  • Actuator Types
  • Actuator Calibration
  • Engine Actuators
  • Brake Actuators
  • Steering Actuators
  • Transmission Actuators
  • Chassis Actuators
  • Other Actuators
  • Practical Projects

XII. CONCLUSION

Objective: Conclude course and evaluate troubleshooting skill progression in both speed and accuracy.

  • Evaluation of Learned Skills
  • Review of Course Goals
  • Review of Student Goals
  • Evaluation of Course
  • Dave Smith

    Years of Experience
    48

    Dave Smith has been an Industrial Maintenance Electrician since 1975. He has taught maintenance, troubleshooting and safety courses to thousands of electricians in mines, mills, refineries, factories, plants, power stations and offshore platforms throughout North America and the Middle East. Dave is a hands-on guy and teaches from a field perspective with his intended audience being his utmost concern...

    • Jeff Wood, Nabors Drilling Ltd.
      "The instructor, Dave Smith was very informed about the material he was providing. He delivered his instruction with precision and clarity. I'm walking away from the Arc Flash Low Voltage Safety Course with a healthier respect for arc flashing and associated risks."
    • Jeff Simmons, Syncrude Canada
      "Dave did a good job during the presentation, stopping to talk about each area of discussion to make sure we understood everything."
    • Carla Young, Syncrude Canada
      "Very relaxed, informative and funny. Great instructor!!"
    See Dave Smith CV
  • Joe Kiceniuk

    Years of Experience
    55

    Joe Kiceniuk was educated at University of Alberta and University of British Columbia and has technical training in electronics with over 40 years experience in electronic circuit construction, troubleshooting and service. Joe has a working knowledge of multiple programming languages and extensive experience with quality control in analytical systems. He has designed and built equipment and is the...

     
    • Denis St-Onge, Global Container
      Joe knew the material very well and was able to teach and pass the info on very well. He did a great job.
    • Justin Lynch, Syncrude Canada
      "Joe was very helpful and very good at explaining how the system worked."
    • Blaire Burke, Department of National Defense
      “Joe was very knowledgeable in many aspects of troubleshooting, pertaining to the part that his vast experience in the scientific work that requires you to take notes, plan your direction in troubleshooting. The course required you to think of your comfort zone and to plan your way through troubleshooting...
    See Joe Kiceniuk CV
  • Dave Cox

    Years of Experience
    43

    Dave began his career in commercial high rises in Calgary. He then spent time working industrial oilfield maintenance electrical in Alberta followed by General Motors in Oshawa Ontario, Koch fertilizer and Husky Oil in Manitoba, Baffin Island at an iron ore mine and commissioning in the Alberta oildsands sector.Dave is also an avid whitewater rafting professional, and has served as a guide in Ontario...

     
    • Darrin Grone, Global Container Group
      Dave is very knowledgeable in the electrical department. His experience with GM has helped bridge the mechanical side.
    • Amendeep Rana, Global Container Group
      Dave was a great teacher. He had great communication with students and listened very well to what we had to say. He answered any questions we had. Very organized 10 out of 10, I definitely recommend him.
    • Zach Berthier, Global Container Terminals
      Dave was very clear with instructions and helpful with problem-solving and fault finding.
    See Dave Cox CV
  • Wayne Jeffrey

    Years of Experience
    41

    Wayne brings 41 years of experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry. He is a master electrician and a journeyman instrument mechanic. He started in the early 80’s with a petroleum company in the Lloydminster area performing maintenance duties. He then started and ran his own contracting company for 15 yrs. in Lloydminster. After he sold the company, he started working with a local...

     
    • Patrick Kean, Canadian Coast Guard
      Wayne is a very knowledgeable instructor. It is my second time taking a course with him as an instructor, and I found him great both times. I would recommend this course with Wayne as the instructor.
    • Jeffrey Farrell, Canfor Pulp
      Wayne was well educated on the course material. He spoke clearly and responded well to student feedback.
    • Mohit Mander, KLTP
      Wayne is a wonderful and informative instructor. He made the course very enjoyable and easy to follow.
    See Wayne Jeffrey CV
  • Jim Roberts

    Years of Experience
    43

    Jim Roberts brings over 43 years of experience in the electrical field. A graduate from the Georgian College Electrical Engineering program, he started his career at Toronto Hydro Electrical Systems as a High Voltage Underground Cable Fault Technician then proceeded to Toronto Transit Commission where he obtained his red seal 309A electrical license and became a Maintenance/Construction Electrician...

    • Andy Scheibli, Lambton Kent DSB
      Informative, knowledgeable, entertaining.
    • Jason Manning, Enbridge Pipelines Inc.
      Jim was knowledgeable and delivered the content in an easy to follow format.
    • Daniel Martin, Pinnacle Renewable Energy
      Jim was professional, with good knowledge of the course. He was personable and easy to ask questions. He made sure we were clear on the content.
    See Jim Roberts CV
  • "This course will pay for itself the first time a critical motor is down. If it saves one hour of downtime that is $100,000.00"

    Patrick Kachur, Electrician, Syncrude Canada
  • “I would recommend this course to all electrical workers. This course helps you go through the process on what and how to troubleshoot electrical systems. I believe that this would help people troubleshoot electrical problems faster.”

    Ryan Sernecky, TransGas
  • “Great course and instructor was great. Will use to help analyze and troubleshoot issues in antenna systems that I work on.”

    Fred Dollivier, Department of National Defense
  • “ Excellent content with plenty of hands-on troubleshooting and demo-circuits to use/test the techniques.”

    James Froese, Instrumentation Tech, Abitibi Consolidated
  • “This was a great course; I had no experience on troubleshooting prior to the start of this course. Now I feel comfortable. I'm glad it was available for me and it will greatly help me in the future.”

    Alan MacDonald, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable about the course material. The content of the course was very interesting and valuable for my personal benefit as well as the company. I had very little exposure to prints and troubleshooting before the course and I feel now way ahead in this troubleshooting than...

    Bruno Courty, Barrick - Williams Operating Corporation
  • “Course overall is very good. A lot of good, on topic information. Very beneficial to anyone having to troubleshoot systems. The instructor was excellent. Very versed at delivering the information at an in depth but widely understood method. His knowledge with the process of troubleshooting is very...

    Dave McDonald, Canada Training Group
  • “Very knowledgeable instructor with a good attitude explains the hazard material thoroughly. The course teaches you an analytical approach for problem solving that can be applied basically to everything in life, recommended to everyone.”

    Felix Kirsher, City of Ottawa
  • "Excellent course and knowledgeable instructor. Relaxed learning pace with no limits on fault findings. The test equipment and labs were easily understood and were easy to operate. Documentation provided was clear and accurate. It changed my process for fault findings."

    Dave McIntyre, Ontario Power Generation
  • “I really enjoyed my practical class. Thank you for sharing your expertise, I hopefully will be able to implement it further into the field. Thanks.”

    Sergei Martynenko, Winnipeg Airport Authority
  • "Thought the course was very informative. It taught extra ways of thinking to use for problems. The instructor, Ed Rideout was very experienced and showed poise when asked to go over/show different ways of explaining a problem to the class."

    Alex McKee, Suncor Energy
  • "I liked this course as there were good fault/circuit boards to work on. I liked the heater simulator as it related to a lot of what I would do on a regular troubleshooting day. (A lot of propane furnaces, which are similar) Also, the timing circuit was great, a lot of knowledge came out of that one...

    James Churchill, Cameco Corporation
  • “The instructor was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, friendly and understanding of the student’s different levels of experience. The course was probably one of the best I've done to date. I feel more confident when approaching equipment to repair with either experience or little experience working...

    Philip Roberts, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • The props/test equipment makes it easier to understand and learn. Computer apps were an interesting challenge. Even with years of experience, it is helpful to see troubleshooting from another structured perspective.

    Dennis Riesterer, Velco
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable in troubleshooting and course content very interesting and worthwhile course.”

    Mark Johnstone, Syncrude
  • “This course teaches you about mental state and how it affects your attitude when trying to troubleshoot. It plays an important role in analytical thinking that not many people would realize on their own. I would recommend this course/instructor to not only electricians, but millwrights, mechanics...

    Curtis Walch, Graymont
  • “Course was very good, challenging and informative.”

    Wayne Geizer, Department of National Defense
  • “I found the method of troubleshooting presented to be very helpful in solving the problems during the course. After 2 days the time to solve each problem was reduced significantly. I will try to apply this method with similar problems on the job. I found the day 5 troubleshooting board to be most...

    Jeff Shewan, Skookumchuck Pulp Group
  • “The course demonstrated the importance of taking notes, which became apparent to prevent yourself from going in circles and checking equipment previously checked. Splitting the circuits into sections is something I will take away from the course and use extensively in the future. I view this as a...

    Matt Goyer, Skookumchuck Pulp Group
  • "This is the first time I have been trained in a step by step approach to troubleshooting. I feel, this will make future troubleshooting and breakdown issues in the future a lot safer and problem solving a lot easier. Increased production, increased safety means...WIN, WIN!!"

    Eugene Comeau, David Bell Mine
  • "This course gets your mind working so you can look at a problem in a different frame of mind."

    Kirk Barron, Shell Canada
  • "This course was good and definitely changed my thought process. The hands on/practical portion I found to be the most effective. The computer programs were also very effective."

    Jeff Henderson, Pengrowth Energy Corp.
  • "Very good tips on how to break down a problem into manageable steps. And on eliminating problem areas to break down problems. Good teaching."

    Karsten Harms, Agrium
  • “The course was very effectively laid out and the use of the training aids made the course much easier to stay engaged. The instructor was very knowledgeable and was able to steer you in the proper direction without making you feel stupid. Excellent course overall.”

    Stuart Yemen, City of Ottawa
  • Course was beneficial in that it shows if you take a complex problem and break it down, document the information you have and come up with a plan it makes troubleshooting the problem easier. Instructor, Joe Kiceniuk was knowledgeable and conveyed the intent of the course.

    Martin Fleming, Irving Tissue
  • I did enjoy this course and liked reviewing what I already learned back in trade school. The instructors were very knowledgeable and helped me through parts of the course in which I was a little rusty.

    Daryl Beukers, Global Container Terminals
  • “I found this course to be very precise and to the point, teaching an effective and expedient means to troubleshoot a system that is more or less universal. I found the method this course taught to even be effective on systems I was not familiar with; using this method I was able to successfully troubleshoot...

    T.W. Garvey, Department of National Defence
  • “My troubleshooting skills are better after finding a method to break apart electrical problems. This course shows you efficient ways to analyze information and plan tests.”

    Landon Walker, CO-OP Refinery Complex
  • “This course gave me a better understanding of how to analyze problems and minimize time in troubleshooting.”

    P Duncan, City of Ottawa
  • “Course was very good, definitely gave me another way to troubleshoot problems and make sure I document everything. Had very good examples and hands on was awesome, better than looking at a Power Point all day.”

    Scott Purcell, TransGas
  • “This course was a great learning tool and it's hard at times but it was great, good job.”

    Keith Biggin, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • It was a good course for learning how to troubleshoot systems with a process and direction in mind, by using that process, it becomes clearer what the cause of the problematic symptom is, and in turn to know what should be repaired/replaced. Lots of hands-on experience, troubleshooting was a great way...

    Darren Zwack, Global Container Terminals
  • “I thought he did a great job presenting the materials and how to properly and efficiently troubleshoot electrical systems. I think that I can use the information I got to help me diagnose problems I may come across at work. I learnt that a system should be analyzed and a plan made before proceeding...

    Vance Gnyp, CO-OP Refinery Complex
  • "Although I experience many similar troubleshooting scenarios at work, this course helped develop the proper way. Planning, diagrams, a proper course of action that could help me be more effective in the field."

    Dustin Yarosh, Imperial Oil Ltd.
  • "The hands on work was well organized and the computer word was a nice change from the norm, both of which made you think. This is a must have course for technologists."

    Jason Dalton, Substation Electrician, Newfoundland Power
  • “Using logic and better testing (meter) techniques, I am now a much more effective and efficient trouble-shooter.”

    Colin Lynn, Co-Op Refinery Complex
  • “Instructor was very knowledgeable and the course was great. The course was very hands on which made it easier to learn.”

    Blake Martel, City of Ottawa
  • “This course made me look at the big picture, then find my way to the problem faster by not doing unnecessary testing and checks. Having to write a bubble around the problem area made it easy to reason and test my way through to find the problem quicker and easier.”

    Jeff S., Co-Op Refinery Complex
  • The course was a good refresher. It had good analysis sharpening skills. Also, the switchboards, laptops, and programs helped break down circuits.

    Zack Berthier, Global Container Terminals
  • "This course was very informative and interesting. Good information which is reinforced by the hands on practice provided."

    Dean Burant, Ontario Power Generation
  • "Great instruction, I learnt a lot of troubleshooting skills. It was a very informative course!!"

    Brian Weir, Suncor
  • "Terry Yonkheym was very patient with our lack of technical "expertise". This was a good course to show us methods to practice in future activities to analyze and plan a method to put into practice."

    Scott Cooke, Agrium
  • "The course was well presented and the instructor Ed Rideout gave good explanations and answers to the questions asked. He taught us how to look at problems in a different way and showed us other troubleshooting methods."

    Chris Osmond, Suncor
  • “ I enjoyed it. It was very mixed. You were not overdoing just one aspect but always covering something new. I like the troubleshooting tools…thinking, observing, analysis, then test!”

    Wade Harrogate, Maintenance Supervisor, Molson Breweries
  • “I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It had lots of hands on exercises, which is the best way to learn. Ed Rideout was very knowledgeable and obviously had a ton of practical experience. Great instructor!”

    Dan Rogers, Newfoundland Power
  • “Introduction was good, well-paced and concise. This course had the perfect proportion of lecture vs hands on. It had a good variety of troubleshooting diagnostic boards/software, an excellent course for apprentices.”

    Troy Gold, Co-Op Refinery Complex
  • “I found that I should be able to find faults much, much faster now. Thank you tremendously.”

    G. Armstead, Co-Op Refinery Complex
  • "The course was effective at teaching the importance of proper documentation of problems and how to narrow down a problem area."

    Mike Gallant, Irving Tissue
  • "This course was excellent overall. The equipment and tools provided were excellent. The instructor Ed Rideout, was clear and made you feel comfortable with the material."

    Tyler Romanchuk, Suncor Energy
  • “The instructor has lots of experience and demonstrated the information very well. I will make use of the information presented. Great course.”

    Byron Olsen, Olsen Audio
  • “The instructor was knowledgeable about the content of the course, which helps explaining how to dissect and troubleshooting electrical problems and prints. This course is a valuable asset. It's provided knowledge on how to become quicker and more efficient at recognizing the problem in an electrical...

    Jim Ellis, Barrick – Williams Operating Corporation
  • "This is a great course. I learnt lots about how to organize and prepare for troubleshooting. Well worth attending."

    Steven Gordon, Suncor
  • HATCES “I would recommend this course for anyone who was looking to upgrade or start on their troubleshooting knowledge. The structured system taught is a very helpful tool to help pinpoint the problem efficiently. The instructor is very knowledgeable and will help you along without pointing out the...

    Nevin Edmundson, Winnipeg Airport Authority
  • "I gained the ability to take my troubleshooting to the next level by doing it faster and safer. I believe I have the ability to troubleshoot any problem by applying the steps that I learned in this course."

    Dustin Kavanagh, Husky Energy
  • “I personally enjoyed this course. It helps me a lot when troubleshooting any electrical system. How to break down a circuit and where to pinpoint a problem, it was challenging at times, but that's the valuable part of the course. It really makes you think. The instructor was very informative and knowledgeable...

    Alex Hansen, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “This course and the instructor were both exceptional and I highly recommend this course to anyone in the electrical trade.”

    Travis Cluett, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “The course was well thought out, had good equipment, good pace, and relevant training material. The instructor was friendly and relatable, good instruction, good at presenting ideas in different ways to help with understanding.”

    Justin Power, BC Hydro
  • “The instructor and course was very good. The instructor was well-prepared and very knowledgeable. I would tell all my co-workers how excellent this course was taught.”

    Terry Chipp, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “I think that most of the materials presented were a great exercise in practicing trouble shooting skills.”

    Derek Deuling, LP Peace Valley OSB
  • "This course was fun and challenging at the same time. Instruction was clear, done in a comfortable environment."

    Vanessa Baker, Suncor
  • “I thought the course was very well done. I liked the hands-on approach. The instructor was very knowledgeable. I would recommend to coworkers. We work on generator systems, kitchen equipment, industrial, overhead crane VFD’s, HVAC Systems on the base, overhead doors, fire pump diesel and electric.”

    Jeff Bird, Department of National Defense
  • The course was very informative and taught us a good way on how to troubleshoot. The teacher, Terry Yonkheym was good at getting his points across and always had time for each person.

    Dave Smale, Agrium
  • "This course is an excellent tool for anyone who will be doing troubleshooting on equipment or a plant."

    Sean Callahan, Suncor
  • "I believe this course will help decrease downtime if we document, analyze and have a plan before we start arc testing."

    Aaron Staudinger, Syncrude Canada
  • “The instructor is very patient and knowledgeable, offered assistance and gave time to help me understand the task at hand.”

    Bob Young, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable, able to convey the message to the students so they understood. Hands on problem were similar to real-world problems, good layered track approach didn't intimidate students. Gave students confidence to take a good approach to troubleshooting.”

    Marc Bibeau, Winnipeg Airport Authority
  • “ A good variety of content, and a well informed and open instructor. I will be teaching this method amongst my apprentices and co-workers.”

    Ed Wilhelm, Station Electrician, SaskPower
  • “This was a well paired course with plenty of time and exercises to complete, very knowledgeable instruction for planning.”

    Andrew Luxton, LP Peace Valley OSB
  • “This course was very beneficial, learning and brushing up on old skills. The testing boards/equipment is all set up very well. I would certainly suggest this to any and all colleagues. Two thumbs up.”

    Marris Romaniuk, Syncrude Canada
  • I enjoyed this class a lot. I liked the use of the different boards and how hands-on the class was.

    Matt Hawkins, Velco
  • “He was amazing from the beginning till the end for his in-depth knowledge of the course materials. He speaks in a tone that could be understood. If you call his attention on any topic, he spent time with you and made sure you got it. I loved the course.”

    Johnny Quayson, Syncrude
  • “ Good course content and lots of hands on to solidify the theory. This course will pay for itself in two weeks”

    Dion Antle, Electrical Supervisor, Kruger Pulp and Paper
  • “Wish I had been given the opportunity to take this training years back. Learning in the classroom, rather than learning in the field, costs the company less down time. This easily pays for the training. Thanks for letting me attend. I will be promoting this to have our 9 control techs take the training.”

    George Fischer, TransGas
  • “This course helps to show how to focus on the problem and how to narrow down where in your circuit the fault is. The instructor was helpful in showing how to prove you have located the fault through testing. This will be helpful in my work on board HMC ships and submarines.”

    Liam Muldoon, Department of National Defense
  • “I think that after taking this course, I will become a faster and better trouble-shooter. The instructor was very well informed and came across so that I could understand it easily.”

    Neil Felt, Weyerhaeuser Canada
  • “This course was a great eye opener on how planning before troubleshooting, will save you a lot of pain and time. As anew worker to the industrial workplace it is a great way to boost my troubleshooting skills. The instructor was great and made sure we all got the points before we moved on and gave...

    Robbie Bath, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper
  • “This was a very good course. It helps you to get in a proper mind set when you come up on a problem to troubleshoot. It teaches you that documentation is key to shorten your troubleshooting time. The instructor was on point and had a lot of knowledge to pass on.”

    Calvin Delhon, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • I think the course was useful because it taught me how to plan my troubleshooting. It was a lot of hands on tasks which was good. It gave me a lot of testing experience and the ability to experiment, going about problems in a different way. The instructor, Terry Yonkheym was knowledgeable and kept the...

    Mike Sliva, Agrium
  • The course and instructor were really good, very well-formatted to keep on topic and moving forward. It was all-around excellent, really opened my eyes to ways of troubleshooting problems I had never thought of asking before, and moving forward, can use in all sorts of different troubleshooting.

    Stephen Hull, Global Container Terminals
  • "This was by far the most practical electrical course I have taken so far. The instructor was excellent and very knowledgeable in his field. I wish I had taken this course 20 years ago."

    Rod McColman, Shell Canada
  • “This course was very beneficial in helping you to think about how to breakdown problems to reduce troubleshooting time. The idea of documenting everything so that others can pick up where you left off will help with cross shift issues.”

    Darcy Orthner, Cameco
  • “This course was very informative and makes you think outside the box. It was challenging troubleshooting. The instructor was knowledgeable and showed you safe troubleshooting techniques. It was a positive atmosphere, effective meter placement, reduced troubleshooting times, visual troubleshooting...

    Taylor Angers, Barrick – Williams Operating Corporation
  • Excellent course, Joe Kiceniuk did a great job presenting the material. This was a very good refresher for those of us who have experience troubleshooting electrical/electronics and excellent foundation for those us who did not.

    Rick Farrington, Velco
  • “The instructor let us know the focus of the course and really showed us the method which we were to follow. Easy to talk to and made you think through the problems.”

    Dale Buhler, Ainsworth Engineered
  • “This was a really good course and instructor(Ed Rideout). I found great improvement in troubleshooting procedures and documentation. It also reduced number of steps to find faults by 50% to 75% (more efficient). I recognized different ways to troubleshoot (both open circuits and short circuits). I...

    Tony Cranford, Newfoundland Power
  • I would recommend this training to others, another tool to add to the kit. The instructor, Ed Rideout was easy going and helpful. I also liked the....no question is a stupid question.

    Geof Ansell, Suncor Energy
  • “This course helps to improve troubleshooting skills by starting with the basics. Shows the importance of documentation for helping you and your coworkers. By planning your testing, you will be more efficient. Course was thorough and well instructed. The instructor made sure everyone was at the same...

    David Brown, Barrick – Williams Operating Corporation
  • “The instructor was very knowledgeable and well prepared. He used real time examples to illustrate points. He kept the flow going not allowing us to get side tracked from our goals. Each day started with a review and reinforced course objectives. A great course, highly recommend it.”

    Kent Strong, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “This was a very good course that I will recommend to other electricians that I work with. The instructor was very personable and knowledgeable. This course helped me to analyze and understand circuits that I will come across without seeing them beforehand.”

    Aaron Belanger, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
  • “The instructor, Terry Yonkheym sure knows his stuff which helps a lot. I think in time I will surely benefit from this course (once I make what I learnt common practice). Class size was perfect and overall experience was good.”

    Daniel Goebel, Argus Machine Co. Ltd.
  • “I thought this course was a great approach to improving troubleshooting skills. Ed Rideout did a great job instructing, was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. I could see my skills improving as the week went on. The test sets used for the course were great, as well as the software. All in...

    Neil Woodman, Newfoundland Power
  • "I think this was a great course. I haven't done a lot of troubleshooting up to this point but certainly feel better prepared to do so now. Joe Kiceniuk is a great instructor and he is very knowledgeable."

    Andrew Sheaves, Suncor
  • “The course was useful in the sense that it teaches the importance of finding your starting point and staying calm while troubleshooting. The course would be best suited for apprentices, journeymen with little or no troubleshooting experience. There are lessons to be taken from it and about the mental...

    Tristan R, LP Peace Valley OSB
  • “This is an excellent course to build confidence in troubleshooting, building a solid base from which to troubleshoot. The instructor, Terry Yonkheym, sets a good pace, is knowledgeable and is easy to understand.”

    Stephen Sherwin, Ainsworth Engineered
  • “I fully enjoyed the course and I would highly rate this course for the rest of my coworkers. The equipment was excellent and there was a lot of troubleshooting areas which were great.”

    Rodney Rice BC Hydro,
  • “Interesting course, I enjoyed it.”

    J. Kezema, Weyerhaeuser
  • “The instructor was knowledgeable on course content. He kept everything in informal and made it fun. Emphasized the process on how to solve problems.”

    Daryl Magerl, TransAlta, TransGas
  • I enjoyed the course. It refreshed things that I have not had to troubleshoot in a long time. I will recommend this course to everyone in my shop. Thanks for the knowledge Joe Kiceniuk.

    Scott Felton, SaskPower
  • “Was a good course. Enjoyed the challenges of troubleshooting with a different method. Would highly recommend.”

    Laurie Tischler, TransGas
Day 1
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
Day 2
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
Day 3
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
Day 4
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
Day 5
Start Time, Introduction 08:00 - 10:00 am
Morning Break 10:00 - 10:15 am
Class Time 10:15 - 12:00 pm
Lunch Time 12:00 - 01:00 pm
Class Time, Followed by Afternoon Break 01:00 - 03:00 pm
Class time, End Time 03:15 - 04:30 pm
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