Education and Certification with OTDA
OTDA is pleased to offer you many courses and educational opportunities at the technician and the instructor level... all you have to do is choose the date and course that suits you!
Follow the course links below to read up on each course description, the date, location and cost of each. Follow the registration link provided to register for whatever course you choose.
This is a two and a half day course and those that successfully complete it are TIA Certified as Instructors, and are qualified to go back to their place of business and hold TIA TechnicianCertification Courses. This is considered a Train-the-Trainer course. Each student who successfully passes the 100-question exam receives a TIA Certified Instructor Certificate and 13 Certified Instructor uniform patches.
The cost of this course is $595.00 per student.
Next courses: TBD
The TIA CTS Training Program is based on the TIA CTS Manual, which is a 200-page in-depth manual developed by TIA's expert staff with input from industry professionals. The Manual contains step-by-step procedures for every aspect of servicing medium truck tires and wheels, as well as safety guidelines, OSHA regulations, and other important information.
The CTS Training Program and Manual specifically cover the following :
- Basic Tire Construction
- OSHA Regulation 1910.177
- OSHA Rim Matching Chart
- Dual Matching Tolerances
- Road Service Safety
- Jacking and Lifting
- Hub-Pilot Wheel Systems
- Stud-Pilot Wheel Systems
- Demountable Wheel Systems
- Wheel Torque Specifications and Procedures
- Mounting, Demounting and Inflation
- Industry Tire Repair Guidelines
- One and Two-Piece Repair Procedures
- Load/Inflation Tables
The cost of this course is $745.00 per student plus GST. This includes Ontario Commercial Vehicle Wheel Service Training License Fee.
Please review this Important Notice Regarding Changes to the Commercial Vehicle Wheel Service Training Program.
Next course: TBD
The TIA CTS Training Program is based on the TIA CTS Manual which is a 200 page in-depth manual developed by TIA’s expert staff with input from industry professionals. The Manual contains step-by-step procedures for every aspect of servicing medium truck tires and wheels as well as safety guidelines, OSHA regulations and other important information.
Basic OTDA/OTA Certification is $249.00 and Advanced OTDA/OTA/TIA Certification is $349.00. This includes Ontario Commercial Vehicle Wheel Service Training License Fee.
Next courses: TBD
This course is designed to provide technicians with a basic understanding of how different types of systems interact with the vehicle. It also includes the various types of service that techs will need to perform in order to maintain the system. Since most TPMS utilize a valve stem sensor and many include run-flat tires, special attention is given to the step-by-step procedures for handling these assemblies. The Program also covers recalibration guidelines for many popular models and includes an appendix with relearn summaries and installation torque values for valve stem sensors.
A workbook will be provided to each student and a certificate of participation will be issued.
Course Special – Free TIA 2010 TPMS Relearn Chart with each paid participant present! ($85.00 Value!)
Member cost for this course is $99.00 per student.
Next courses: TBD
TIA’s TPMS Training Program is designed to provide an understanding of how different types of systems interact with the vehicle. It also includes the various types of service that techs will need to perform in order to maintain the system. Since most TPMS utilize a valve stem sensor and many include run-flat tires, special attention is given to the step-by-step procedures for handling these assemblies. The Program also covers recalibration guidelines for many popular models and includes an appendix with relearn summaries and installation torque values for valve stem sensors. Students will also have the opportunity to compare various sensor tools available on the market.
The new TIA TPMS chart described on page 29 ($85.00 value) will be provided to each student and a certificate of participation will be issued. Member cost for this course is $99.00 per student.
Next courses: TBA
In one day, learn how you can:
- Learn about current industry trends and conditions
- Familiarize yourself with working profit models for shops
- Identify exit and succession strategies
- Learn how to cover losses while minimizing impact
- Maximize cash and parts profits
- Understand the importance of labor analysis and production efficiency
- Increase average repair order value
- Learn tips and ideas for sales management
- Deliver on scheduled maintenance strategies
- Analyze shop operations for maximum efficiency
- Build a “road map” for your shop
This workshop includes a course book, meals, shop analysis with an ATI consultant, and a Road Map for your shop’s success.
This is a One Day Event only, held at the Hofmann Facility in Mississauga. The cost is $99.00 per student.
Next course: TBD
In one day, you will learn how you can:
- Maximize gross profit
- Increase parts margins
- Retain existing customer base and attract new customers
- Get top dollar for your business
- Enjoy more free time
- Avoid car count decline
- Thrive in the 21st century
This workshop includes a course book, meals, shop analysis with an ATI consultant, and a Road Map for your shop’s success.
This is a One Day Event only, held at Hunter Engineering in Newmarket. The cost is $99.00 per student.
Next course: TBD
To register, call 888-207-9059 or Fax Back to 866-375-6832, or email bbignell@otda.com.
You can also submit your registration using the tab on the upper right of this page.
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