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• “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,

• This course was definitely beneficial to me. It opened my eyes on how to look at a circuit differently and use less steps to identify a problem. This training proved the importance of recording ALL information gathered about a problem, at the same time also knowing how the circuits should operate under...

  Brandon Sacrey, Nabors Drilling

• 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

• “This course gave me a better understanding of how to analyze problems and minimize time in troubleshooting.”

  P Duncan, City of Ottawa

• “Very fun course with a wide variety of equipment. Good practice for troubleshooting, unfamiliar equipment also good practice for using your logic for solving unknown electrical problems. The instructor was very helpful and made the course very interesting.”

  Roch Lavergne, Norbord

• “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 was awesome! Very in depth for a beginner yet challenging for a novice. The instructor was very knowledgeable and ran an extremely efficient and in depth course."

  Jason Ziprick, Grain Millers Canada Corp.

• “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

• "Course teaches and dictates the importance of keeping focused on issue and document info. Plan a strategic execution of analyzing data, record info, isolate problem areas and control amount of excess testing with meter to minimize false readings.

  Todd Giesbrecht, Agrium

• "This course was fun and challenging at the same time. Instruction was clear, done in a comfortable environment."

  Vanessa Baker, Suncor

• “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

• "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.

• “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.

• "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 found that the course was good and it made me think about narrowing down the problem and planning it out before starting my troubleshooting. I liked the fact it was a small class ad it was easier to get help if you needed it.

  Blaine Romanovich, Imperial Oil

• “The instructor did a great job, very informative, very helpful, lots of knowledge. This is one of the best courses I have ever been involved in; I learnt a lot from this experience.

  Shannon Park, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper

• “ Very effective and efficient way of how to solve a problem…from start to finish”

  Craig Knee, Electrical Maintenance, Newfoundland Power

• “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

• “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

• “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

• “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

• “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

• I believe the course was very helpful in helping me with my troubleshooting skills and a refresher to help with what I may have been rusty. The instructor kept the mood light and entertaining to keep an enjoyable learning environment.

  Greg Hebner, Global Containers

• "Joe Kicenuik left lots of time to review all the classroom material. He was very helpful in answering any questions and was effective in explaining what troubleshooting techniques work best for each particular problem. This course will improve your way of approaching future problems in your job field."

  Colwyn Meredith, Suncor

• "I enjoyed the troubleshooting and especially the methodology"

  Dave Cox, Koch Fertilizers

• 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

• “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

• “ 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

• “The course will help me a lot in troubleshooting. It made me learn to troubleshoot quicker and able to split the problem in half the time. The instructor was really good at what he teaches and that made the course better. Thanks.”

  Jeremy Buchart, Syncrude Canada Ltd.

• 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

• 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

• “ 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

• “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.

• “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.

• “The information was good. There was lots of hands on, which was excellent. The instructor kept things moving at a good pace. He was knowledgeable about aspects of the course material. The equipment used worked well with the troubleshooting objective. Definitely learnt something.”

  Bruce Bell, Winnipeg Airport Authority

• “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

• “As a maintenance electrician, I think the course was great and should be made mandatory for all journeymen. I will continue to use a consistent systematic approach when troubleshooting. Our instructor was very knowledgeable on the material presented, very patient, and made the course fun and entertaining.”

  Pat Buis, Syncrude

• “ 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

• “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 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

• “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

• “Very good course. I would recommend to my coworkers if they felt they needed to improve their troubleshooting skills, or develop proper skills. This course will take them to where they would want to be. This course had given me valuable skills and knowledge to make my job as a maintenance electrician...

  Kevin Smerek, Cameco

• “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

• “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

• "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

• “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 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.

• “ How to analyze, document and test efficiently... this course is for anyone who works on electrical systems.”

  Michael Irving, Maintenance Electrician, Shell Canada

• “The course was challenging and effective in teaching the intended skills. As long as one keeps in mind its intent which is to focus on a troubleshooting system rather than the particular equipment, I think anyone would find it an excellent learning experience.”

  Peter Pavich, Weyerhaeuser Canada

• “Very good to think of troubleshooting in a more effective manner and safer to record results and findings for information sharing’s and recording. WebCAT will send all people to course in electrical field.”

  Tom Rustige, Syncrude Canada Ltd.

• "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

• “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

• “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

• “I found that I should be able to find faults much, much faster now. Thank you tremendously.”

  G. Armstead, Co-Op Refinery Complex

• "Excellent course. The content and the instructor exceeded my expectations, I have new tools in my toolbox. Most importantly, a new way of thinking. How to come to an issue? How to gather "helpful" info? How to zero in on the problem? The hands on was an invaluable learning tool."

  Christian Wells, Agrium

• "This course will pay for itself by the time I repair my first piece of equipment. Ed Rideout is an excellent instructor with a lot of actual hands on experience. Top guy, top course. Material was clear and relevant."

  Joe Van Niekerk, Suncor

• “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 was very happy with the course. I learned a lot. My troubleshooting skills have improved more than what I was expecting. The teacher was awesome and very knowledgeable.”

  Michael Downing, Syncrude Canada Ltd.

• “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 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 is an excellent learning tool for troubleshooting. The way it was taught was excellent for getting though the information. For personal gain this was a very good experience. The hands on showed me a ton of new useful information. Ed Rideout was a great teacher, clear and thorough.

  Rob Gaudreau, Argus Machine Co Ltd.

• “I think the course was very well presented and helped emphasize the use of a meter and how to interpret the readings you get.”

  Mike Funk, LP Peace Valley OSB

• “The course was an extremely valuable tool to any electrician. Experienced troubleshooters can refine existing skills and less-experienced will gain knowledge that isn't the overly obvious unless taught.”

  Mason Richard, Syncrude Canada Ltd.

• "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 was a well paired course with plenty of time and exercises to complete, very knowledgeable instruction for planning.”

  Andrew Luxton, LP Peace Valley OSB

• "I have a much deeper understanding of electrical systems. How to test equipment and find shorts which I believe will be valuable for the rest of my career."

  Mahamat Moussa Cherif, Syncrude Canada

• “I found the course and the instructor challenged me in ways that revealed my weaknesses and provided the skills and system to overcome them. Well worth it!”

  Mike Ferguson, Ainsworth Engineered

• "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

• 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 found this instructor to be very knowledgeable and engaging. He presented the course material in an organized manner, making it easy to follow. The concepts presented will be of great benefit to troubleshooting. I would recommend this course and instructor.”

  Bruce Starkes, Barrick - Williams Operating Corporation

• “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 props and test equipment make it easier to understand and learn. Computer apps were an interesting challenge. Even with a lot of years experience it is helpful to see troubleshooting from another structured perspective."

  Dennis Riesterer, Velco

• “ Excellent content with plenty of hands-on troubleshooting and demo-circuits to use/test the techniques.”

  James Froese, Instrumentation Tech, Abitibi Consolidated

• “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 instructor Ed Rideout, presented the course content in a clear efficient manner. New troubleshooting techniques were well presented and received. By the end of the course I had noticed overall improvement in circuit troubleshooting ability.”

  Brent Green, Newfoundland Power

• “The most useful and helpful electrical course I've ever done with Syncrude. Every electrician should take this course at some point in their career. Makes you think about the problem on a larger scale, then narrow down that your testing area.”

  Graham Pittman, Syncrude Canada Ltd.

• "Very good. Good amount of hands on mixed with a good amount of theory. The workload was perfect, any more would have been rushed or not understood by the end of the day. My brain was tired. Any less would not have forced me to push myself. The hands on laptops were perfect."

  James Larsen, City of Red Deer

• "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

• "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

• “ Excellent, an invaluable troubleshooting tool.”

  Jim King, Electrician, Williams Operating Corp

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

  Mark Johnstone, Syncrude

• “This course is the best I've ever done. Lots of hands-on which is the best and fastest way to learn. This course is making me feel more comfortable in troubleshooting; the instructor was a great teacher and a nice person.”

  Darren Buckle, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper

• “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

• “This was an excellent course with a great layout of the material. It starts with a learning process of systematically breaking down the circuits to narrow down the focus area. By doing this, you have a smaller focus area and less testing, making you more efficient. Also learning the importance of...

  Rich Norman, Syncrude Canada

• "The instructor, Terry Yonkheym was very knowledgeable and came across well wth his presentation. He was very good at explaining the problems encountered and what to look for. Also, explained this course was about "how" to troubleshoot with the 5 step system. This technique should help to figure out...

  Rob Lefebvre, Agrium

• “Very good training, very much like back to the trade school. Best training I have been on in a long time. It really helped with logical process for troubleshooting. Example, more analysis less testing.”

  Drew Cameron, City of Ottawa.

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

  Colin Lynn, Co-Op Refinery Complex

• "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 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

• “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

• “Good hands on training in a controlled setting. Trains you on an approach to troubleshooting. Proves that the importance of documenting your finding, shows how to divide and conquer the problem. Lots of different troubleshooting problems to work on so there is something for everyone.”

  Russell Penson, Weyerhaeuser

• “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

• Although troubleshooting is very complex, I believe practice makes it better, and this course gives the essentials to become more confident and tackle any issues

  Julio Aguilar Delgado, Qulliq Energy Corporation

• “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

• “I think that most of the materials presented were a great exercise in practicing trouble shooting skills.”

  Derek Deuling, LP Peace Valley OSB

• “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

• “Had a good time learning about troubleshooting. The instructor was good and answered all of my questions. He showed us how and where to begin troubleshooting so we didn’t have to go through the whole circuit. I would tell anyone to take this course as it was very helpful.”

  Kevin Mason, Syncrude Canada

• "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

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

  Sean Callahan, Suncor