Antonio Soto's Badge Portfolio
Wheel Balancing Basics
Description
Objective:
Wheel Balancing is among the most in-demand specialties in the automotive industry, and many service centers lack on-site, trained specialists. Technicians with this certification are widely recognized for their advanced training and hands-on experience. The course provides lab exercises for training on professional-grade wheel balancing equipment. Students who successfully complete the course obtain the training and professionalism required to be safe, accurate and proficient on the job.
Competencies
- Explain why vibrations happen.
- Diagnose the root cause of vibrations.
- Define the most common types of balancing.
- Understand which type of balancing is the best for the application and why.
- Identify what causes vibrations, besides imbalances.
- Explain the difference between a hub-centric and a lug-centric wheel and their different balancing procedures.
- Understand why different balancing procedures can be required for different wheel types.
- Explain the different types of wheel weights and why choosing the correct one is so important.
- Understand the different ways to mount a wheel to the balancer and when each method should be used.
Applicable Skills
EHP System V Tire and Wheel Service Certification
Description
Objective:
Wheel service is one of the most in-demand specialties in the automotive industry, and many service centers lack on-site, trained specialists. Technicians with this certification are widely recognized for their advanced training and hands-on experience. The course provides lab exercises for training on professional-grade John Bean System V tire changer. Students who successfully complete the course obtain the training and professionalism required to be safe, accurate and proficient on the job.
Competencies
- Safety procedures, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), proper lifting techniques, and the importance of housekeeping related to the use of tire changing tools and equipment.
- Understand requirements the tire service technician has within the industry, different types of tires, as well as tread and wheel designs.
- Understand Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) service tasks, force matching, tire conicity, and tire rotation patterns.
- Understand features and functions of the tire changer machine.
Applicable Skills
Torque Mechanical - V1
Description
Objective:
The Snap-on Mechanical Torque Certification (V1) is awarded to students who successfully achieve proficiency in the use of mechanical torque tools. In-depth knowledge of torque theory, and experience in wrench selection and torque application form TOOLS FOR LIFE that enable technicians to be productive, efficient, and safe when using torque instruments in a wide variety of industries. Whether just starting out, or a veteran of the shop, a working knowledge of torque theory is a fundamental requirement for any engineering, maintenance service, or repair position. As the leader in torque instruments, Snap-on developed a certification course that include hands-on classroom training and advanced lab exercises. This certification provides a widely recognized endorsement of technical expertise and demonstrated achievement. Students who successfully complete the course obtain the training and professionalism required to be safe, accurate, and proficient on the job.
Competencies
- Torque Theory, Friction, & Bolting
- Torque vs Tension
- Clamping Force
- Phases of Fastening
- Mechanical Click Style Torque Wrenches
- QD Series Design & Features
- Interior Components
- QD Series Wrench Setting & Operation
- Adapter Use & Formula
- TQ Twin Beam Series Design & Features
- TQ Torque Wrench Setting & Operation
- Accuracy & Tolerances
- Care & Maintenance
- Calibration Requirements
- Field Check Procedures
- Mechanical Dial Torque Wrenches
- Design & Features
- Interior Components
- Adapter Use & Formula
- Dial Torque Wrench Operation
- Accuracy & Tolerances
- Care & Maintenance
- Calibration Requirements
- Field Check Procedures
- Torque Screwdrivers & Multipliers
- Design & Features
- Torque Screwdriver Setting & Operation
- Care & Maintenance
- Calibration Requirements
- Field Check Procedures
- Torque Multipliers Overview
- Torque Multiplier Operation
Applicable Skills
Torque Theory Test - V1
Description
Objective:
The Snap-on Torque Certificate of Knowledge is awarded to students who successfully achieve proficiency in the application and procedures related to torque tools. In-depth knowledge of torque theory, and experience in wrench selection and torque application form TOOLS FOR LIFE that enable technicians to be productive, efficient, and safe when using torque instruments in a wide variety of industries. Whether just starting out, or a veteran of the shop, a working knowledge of torque theory is a fundamental requirement for any engineering, maintenance service, or repair position. As the leader in torque instruments, Snap-on developed a certification course that include hands-on classroom training and advanced lab exercises. This certification provides a widely recognized endorsement of technical expertise and demonstrated achievement. Students who successfully complete the course obtain the training and professionalism required to be safe, accurate, and proficient on the job.
Competencies
- The mechanics of Torque and how it is utilized in industrial applications
- The equation for calculating Torque
- Understand why a bolt is like a spring
- Different types or Torque
- Different phases of fastening
- Yield point of a fastener
- The difference between Strength Grades and Property class
- Identify a Bolt or Nut’s grade or class by looking at its markings
- The physical and mechanical properties of fasteners
- Standardization of fasteners
- Know when to use washers
- Elastic Range and Plastic Range
Applicable Skills
Electrical Safety Test
Description
Objective:
This certification discusses basic Electrical Tool Safety. It covers the proper use of electrical tools and the key elements in any Electrical Tool safety program.
Competencies
- Work Related Injuries
- Injury Prevention
- Electrical and Electronic Safety
- Working around electrical sources
- Important terms and concepts
- Tool Selection
- Basic Lockout/Tag-out principles
Applicable Skills
Hand Tool Safety Test
Description
Objective:
This certification discusses basic Hand Tool Safety. It covers the proper use of Hand Tools and the key elements in any Hand Tool safety program.
Competencies
- Work Related Injuries
- Injury Prevention
- Common Hand Tools Safety