Transient Emissions Testing Course Description
Why Take Transient Emissions Training?
Approximately 85 percent of unfavorable emissions are generated by 10 percent of the vehicles on the road. The most of these emissions occur during up-hill, down-hill, coasting, acceleration, or braking conditions; that is, during transient conditions.

As concern for the environment has grown, so has the recognition that emissions can be reduced by using alternatives to conventional (petroleum-based) fuels. Therefore, today's alternative fuels technician must have a thorough knowledge of emission standards and the federal test procedures, as well as the ability to diagnose and repair emission-related problems.

The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium at West Virginia University has developed a thoroughly-researched, instructionally-sound, easily-applied training program in Transient Emissions Testing to give you the skills and knowledge that will guide you through the maze of terms and tests needed to provide efficient and accurate service in this area.

What You Will Learn

This course will teach you the fundamentals of theory, equipment, safety, and good work practices. In particular, this course will enable you to:

  • Review government vehicle emissions regulations.
  • Build skills in exhaust emissions testing methods.
  • Learn special considerations in testing alternative fuel vehicles.
  • Explore common emissions problems.
  • Learn how to interpret results of I/M 240 and other drive cycles.
  • Become adept at basic diagnostics.
  • Learn to use emissions-measuring instruments.
  • Explore fuel, ignition, and mechanical systems emissions causes and effects.
  • Learn how to find emissions standards for your locality.
Materials Provided to the Technician
  • Course manual and job aids (charts, handbooks, checklist).
  • Program certificate, continuing education units (CEUs), and uniform badges.
  • Complete Automotive Emissions Glossary
Materials Provided to the Trainer
  • Course manual and job aids (charts, handbooks, checklist).
  • Program certificate, continuing education units (CEUs), and uniform badges.
  • Complete Automotive Emissions Glossary
  • Trainer's module and planning notes.
  • Training aids (overheads, videos, tests, etc.).
  • Satellite teleconference and Web site support.
How You Will Learn
  • Gain valuable knowledge from classroom instruction.
  • Get "hands on" experience from laboratory activities.
  • Learn practical skills in actual shop environments.

Classes are taught by certified instructors:

  • At the NAFTC's Regional Training Centers around the country. Click here to see map.
  • At the new National Alternative Fuels Training Laboratory in Morgantown, WV. Click here to view building.
  • In customized classes brought to your doorstep, designed to meet your particular needs.

Schedule and Cost

Participant Pricing

  • NTC Member's Price: $300.00 US (manual included)
  • Non-Member Price: $350.00 US (manual included)

Participant Manual Pricing

  • NTC Member's Price: $35.00 US
  • Non-Member Price: $40.00 US

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