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In between training? #

Posted by Luke browne on February 18, 2015, 1:59 pm

Year of Manufacture *: 1950-2015

Just wondering how you all stay up to date with all the technology and strategies employed by the manufacturers?

Obviously ongoing training is a must but what about in between courses?? What are you reading or what sources do you use to further your knowledge?

I myself spend a lot of my spare time reading up on different systems, I have found the VAG SELF STUDY programmes very useful considering they are free to view,(but for how long!) I have had a tech topics issue but was put off signing up due to issues with not receiving it regularly?
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A lot of precious information gets passed around this forum everyday and wondered about the different ways you all gain it?

(Oh and I know practice makes perfect )

Look forward to the replies??

Re: In between training??

Posted by STEVE SIMS <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=ukat3769' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 18, 2015, 2:36 pm, in reply to "In between training??"
Steven Sims

I have been on quite a few of the Bosch training courses, (i think some of the chaps on here are the trainers?), found them very good, i also do the self study stuff, just brought Automotive Master Technician: Advanced Light Vehicle Technology off amazon, so that should be upto date as it is brand new, should keep me busy for a while,

Re: In between training??

Posted by Mark Carter <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT1428' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 18, 2015, 6:23 pm, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Mark Carter

Bosch Yellow jackets can be a good source of info.

Regards
Mark

Modern cars, Its all wizardry and witchcraft

Re: In between training??

Posted by Jon Morgan <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=ukat3190' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 18, 2015, 9:10 pm, in reply to "In between training??"
Jon Morgan

Do you specialise in any particular brand Luke?

Or are you after generic multi brand information?

The information is generally out there to find on Google etc.

There are a number of sites handing out training material. It just takes time to find it.

Alternatively setting up a training programme with one of the aftermarket providers such as Bosch or James Dillon is often a good way to make new aquaintances - New aquaintances often leads to more tips & more info.

Training course tea breaks are often better than the courses themselves for picking up nuggets.

Re: In between training??

Posted by Andy Mason <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT2936' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 19, 2015, 8:06 am, in reply to "In between training??"
Andy Mason

Good thinking Jon.
Next time we have a right b**tard of a job in, we will have a coffee morning, rather than paying for training courses

Andy

Re: In between training??

Posted by Jon Morgan <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=ukat3190' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 19, 2015, 8:38 am, in reply to "Re: In between training??"

"Next time we have a right b**tard of a job in, we will have a coffee morning, rather than paying for training courses"

I'm in Andy, whose bringing the biscuits?

The courses are necessary, but the coffee breaks are usually highly informative discussions of new kit, weird faults & different techniques.

Re: In between training??

Posted by Andy Mason <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT2936' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 19, 2015, 8:43 am, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Andy Mason

You did set yourself up for that one.
Coffee and biscuits always available if any ones in the area
Andy

Re: In between training??

Posted by Luke browne <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT1817' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 20, 2015, 12:02 am, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Luke Browne

That's the problem Jon I'm All makes so I need dealer level info on every manufacturer? Which technical data cd will cover all that??

I have quite a few of the yellow jackets mark which are good but I have a decent understanding of components and their function it was more the different ways in which they are used on different systems and how a manufacturer might utilise that on a vehicle setup which I was curious about and if there are sources out there which offer that kind of info?

I suppose the only way is through the dealer web portals, or start sleeping with every dealer service advisor in the Middlesex county!

Re: In between training??

Posted by Mark Carter <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT1428' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 20, 2015, 6:23 pm, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Mark Carter

>>> or start sleeping with every dealer service advisor in the Middlesex county! <<<

Not again

Modern cars, Its all wizardry and witchcraft

Re: In between training??

Posted by Kris gordon <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=ukat3696' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 21, 2015, 7:31 pm, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Kris Gordon

I'm doing the Bosch diagnostic tech course and really enjoying it. Planning to do the master tech after. But it's the people I meet on the courses that keep me going in between. We call each other for advise and share info sources.

Books i read are hilliers, scannerdanner, Dan Sullivan (electronics for mechanics) and sites like btn turbo and ngk have stuff to read along with mini courses.

One of my favourite though is scanner danner Premium for around Â£6 a month and he does his 8 week college course through you tube so you are basicaly in the class with him and hear him interacting with his class while working through his book, as well as his case studies.

Hope that helps.

Re: In between training??

Posted by Richard Endean <iframe src='https://members4.boardhost.com/ukautotalk/info/user=UKAT2939' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 23, 2015, 6:17 pm, in reply to "Re: In between training??"
Richard Endean

Mark mentioned the Bosch Yellow Jacket books but the last one I saw was on L-Jetronic systems. The Bosch website isn't any help so does anyone know of an up-to-date list of titles - and where they might be purchased?

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