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I-CAR ADDS INTRODUCTION TO FORD COLLISION REPAIR TO ITS ONLINE TRAINING LIBRARY!
 I-CAR has added Introduction to Ford Collision Repair to its Online Training library. Ford Motor Company manufactures dozens of models of vehicles. Many features and construction characteristics of these models are very similar, however, some models offer unique designs. This program is designed to provide an overview of the entire Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury late model vehicles, highlighting construction materials, joining processes, trim removal recommendations, and lighting options.
Topics covered in the program include:
- listing the various construction materials used in Ford designs.
- identifying types of joining processes and fasteners used for vehicle construction.
- how to disable 12-volt and high voltage batteries.
- identifying removal and installation procedures for interior and exterior trim panels.
- identifying removal and installation procedures for seats.
- determining proper removal procedures for the headliner.
- describing headlamp and exterior lighting removal and installation procedures.
Click here to learn more about this program.
Did you know?
I-CAR Online Training works in sync with the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual programs. Available 24/7, Online Training is a convenient way to earn ongoing training and keep the Gold Class designation for your business and the Platinum status for yourself. It’s I-CAR training – right at your fingertips!
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INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS TO TAKE PLACE ON NEW $100 PER COLLISION REPAIR FACILITY PER YEAR CAMPAIGN
 I-CAR and the I-CAR Education Foundation will be hosting complimentary WebEx informational sessions to explain the new $100 Per Collision Repair Facility Per Year Campaign and answer questions. The sessions are open to the entire industry, and the same information will be covered at each session. All sessions will also offer an opportunity for questions and answers about the new campaign and volunteer opportunities. 85% of all contributions from this campaign go back to the career and technical schools and colleges in the areas that the funds come from. Each session will last between 30 and 45 minutes.
Registration is required for these sessions, which will occur on:
Tuesday, April 3, 2007: 7:00 p.m. CDT
Thursday, April 5, 2007: 12 p.m. CDT
Tuesday, April 10, 2007: 10 a.m. CDT
Thursday, April 12, 2007: 8 p.m. CDT
To register for a session, please follow the directions below:
Register for the WebEx Meeting:
- Go to i-car.webex.com (do not type "www" in front of the address.)
- Once the page loads, click on the "Meeting Center" tab towards the top of the page.
- In the "search" box, type "Volunteer" and then click the "go" button.
- You will now see several meetings appear by date. Locate the meeting that you want, and click on the "registration" link on the right hand side in the "status" column.
- To register, please fill in the required information (first name, last name, e-mail, company, city, state). Once you've entered in your information, click on the "Register Now" button below.
- A new page will appear with your meeting information. You may print this page and then click on the "ok" button.
- YOU ARE NOW REGISTERED FOR THIS MEETING AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR PARTICIPATION. You will receive an e-mail confirming your registration for the meeting as well as instructions and the password to join the meeting.
WebEx System Requirements:
To join a WebEx meeting, you will need internet access and a separate phone line. During the WebEx meeting, you will view documents on your computer screen and interact with others over the phone. To view documents, you will need to download free software prior to the meeting. This download will take less than a minute with a high-speed internet connection and a few minutes with a slow connection. Please join the meeting early to ensure that your software is setup properly.
If you experience technical difficulties when downloading software, please contact WebEx Technical Support at 866.569.3239.
If you have any questions about the content of the sessions please contact, I-CAR Education Foundation Planning & Project Manager Michelle Shotkoski at 888.722.3787 Ext. 283.
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AMICA MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY OBTAINS I-CAR GOLD CLASS AND PLATINUM TRAINING DESIGNATIONS
Amica Mutual Insurance Company has earned the I-CAR Gold Class Professionals designation in locations throughout the United States. “All Amica Mutual Insurance Staff Appraisers and APD Supervisors have completed the required I-CAR training to achieve the Gold Class Professionals business designation for Amica Mutual Insurance. A majority of Amica employees have also achieved their Platinum Individual designation.”
“It was essential for Amica to fulfill its mission to complete I-CAR training and reach Gold Class status,” states Scott M. Wendel, Amica Mutual Insurance Company APD Manager. “I-CAR training is highly regarded in the industry; the training achieved will not only enhance employee job performance while positioning Amica as an insurance company that values inter-industry training, but also benefit our customers by dealing with highly trained professionals. It's also an added benefit for our employees to have completed 10 tested points of training each to complete their I-CAR Platinum Individual status.”
“I-CAR and Amica Mutual Insurance worked together to reach this goal,” states Jeff Peevy I-CAR Field Operations Manager. “I-CAR is proud of their achievement and would like to congratulate them at this time for achieving the highest standard of collision repair training recognized by the industry.”
The Gold Class Professionals program requires 5 points of tested training per employee to initially qualify, which equates to 20 hours of training per employee. The Platinum Individual program requires 10 points of tested training per employee to initially qualify, which equates to 40 hours of training per employee. Maintaining either designation requires 2 points (or 8 hours) of training annually. For more information about the Gold Class Professionals or Platinum Individual programs, visit www.i-car.com.
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I-CAR TO CONDUCT CLASSES AND QUALIFCATION TESTS DURING UPCOMING INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING
For the first time in five years, I-CAR will conduct I-CAR classes and qualification tests during the “One Industry, One I-CAR” 2007 I-CAR International Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida, July 26-28, 2007. These classes and qualification tests will be available to both event attendees and the local industry.
I-CAR will bring one of the Mobile Qualification Test (MQT) trucks to a local Orlando business several days before the annual meeting in order to conduct the qualification tests for interested industry professionals.
Monday, July 23
4 – 8 p.m.
Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding (WCA01)
- This class must be completed in order to attend the aluminum welding qualification prep and test.
Tuesday, July 24
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCA02) and
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCA03)
Or
1 – 6 p.m.
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCA02) and
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCA03)
Wednesday, July 25
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCS02) and
Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCS03)
Or
1 – 6 p.m.
Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCS02) and Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCS03)
Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding (WCA01), Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCA02), and Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCA03) requires eight I-CAR coupons and completing WCS02 and WCS03 requires seven I-CAR coupons. There are a limited amount of seats available for the qualification tests and these are expected to sell out quickly so register today! To register, e-mail your contact information to mqtinfo@i-car.com, state that you are interested in the “annual meeting QTs”, and which QT session you would like to attend. An I-CAR representative will then contact you by phone/e-mail for registration and payment.
The above qualification tests will be held at:
Orlando's Super Center Auto Body Repair
1111 East Landstreet Road
Orlando, FL 32824
The I-CAR classes below, occurring at the annual meeting, have been approved for CEU credit by the state of Florida and are available at the discounted rate of $75 US (regular price: $100 US). Registration for these classes is currently open and available online through the annual meeting section of the I-CAR web site. I-CAR will be conducting the following classes on site at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate:
Thursday, July 26
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles (ALT01)
1 – 5 p.m.
Aluminum Panels and Structures Damage Analysis (DAM05)
For additional information about these available training programs, visit the I-CAR annual meeting section online.
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GOLD CLASS PROFESSIONALS BUSINESSES EARN 15 YEARS
 An elite group of only 42 businesses has qualified for the Gold Class Professionals designation for at least 15 consecutive years! I-CAR would like to congratulate and thank the following businesses for their exceptional commitment to collision repair training.
Businesses that have earned 15 consecutive years of the Gold Class Professionals status are listed below in the order that they joined the program.
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I-CAR Gold Class Professionals Business Consecutive 15 or More Years ( 15K) in Adobe Acrobat Format |
"The incredible dedication shown by these businesses over the years is a testament to the value of earning and maintaining the Gold Class Professionals designation and how education can positively impact their employees and in turn customers," explained President and CEO Tom McGee. "On behalf of I-CAR, I would like to sincerely thank these businesses for being progressive enough to understand the importance of proper collision repair training."
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I-CAR RECOGNIZES NEW AND LONG-TERM GOLD CLASS BUSINESSES
 The following businesses have maintained their Gold Class Professionals designation for at least ten consecutive years as of March 1, 2007. They are listed alphabetically by the region's state or province.
The Gold Class Professionals program continues to grow and welcomed nearly 100 new businesses between January 2 and March 1, 2007. I-CAR would like to commend these businesses on their commitment to collision repair training.
I-CAR is grateful for the dedication shown by all of its Gold Class Professionals designated businesses, and looks forward to the time when every person in the collision industry has the necessary technical knowledge and skills relevant to their position to achieve complete and safe repairs.
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I-CAR Gold Class Professionals Business Consecutive 10 or More Years ( 40K) in Adobe Acrobat Format |
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New I-CAR Gold Class Professionals Business ( 26K) in Adobe Acrobat Format |
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Please note: Gold Class Professionals recognition appears bi-monthly in the I-CAR e-newsletter. The next recognition article will appear in a May 2007 edition.
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NORTHEAST 2007 REGIONAL AUTOBODY/AUTOMOTIVE TRADE SHOW OFFERING I-CAR CLASSES
 Be sure to sign up for one of the I-CAR classes if you are planning on attending the upcoming Northeast 2007 Regional Autobody/Automotive Trade Show March 23-25 at the Rockland Community College Arena in Suffern, NY. To find the classes listed below on the I-CAR web site, simply enter in the Suffern, NY ZIP code (10901) into the Quick Class Search function on the I-CAR home page and search for the classes you are interested in or simply click on the links below to pre-register for a class.
Each class held at the tradeshow is worth one point, which can be applied to the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual designations.
Saturday, March 24
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep Collision Repair Overview (DCX01)
- Understanding Chrysler Group vehicle identification and construction
- Understanding repair processes used for Chrysler Group vehicles
- Defining recommended structural part replacement procedures
- Understanding restraint and suspension systems on Chrysler Group vehicles
1 – 5 p.m.
Steering and Suspension Damage Analysis (DAM06)
- Steering and Suspension System Overview
- Steering and Suspension System Parts Identification
- Understanding Steering and Suspension Alignment Angles
- Diagnosing Damage to Steering and Suspension Systems
To register for these programs and find out more information about the upcoming trade show, visit www.aaspnj.org/tradeshow.html.
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OVER 20 I-CAR CLASSES BEING HELD AT ARLINGTON, TEXAS I-CAR FEST
All can save and pay only $75 at the door for I-CAR training. Over 20 I-CAR classes will be available during I-CAR Fest at the Arlington Convention Center in Arlington, TX from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. on April 21, 2007. Students must bring the $75 payment the day of the class; however, it is important to note that pre-register is required either through the I-CAR web site or by faxing in the downloadable PDF registration form below. To find the classes listed below on the I-CAR web site, simply enter in the Arlington, TX ZIP code (76011) into the Quick Class Search function on the I-CAR home page and search for the classes you are interested in.
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I-CAR Fest Class Registration Form (342K) in Adobe Acrobat Format |
The class schedule includes:
Saturday April, 21, 2007
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Fundamentals of Collision Repair (FCR01)
- Understanding Vehicle Construction and Terminology
- Principles of Collision Energy Management
- Understanding Rail, Pillar, and Rocker Panel Designs
- Understanding Kink vs. Bend
- Identifying Partial Replacement Considerations
1 – 5 p.m.
Vehicle Identification, Estimating Systems, and Terminology (DAM01)
- Interpreting Damage Reports
- Understanding Industry Definitions
- Identifying Types of Finishes
- Obtaining Vehicle Information
- Writing a Damage Report
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Frontal Impact Analysis (DAM02)
- Understanding Damage Indicators
- Measuring for Damage Analysis
- Analyzing Bumper Assembly Damage
- Analyzing Front Exterior Panel Damage
1 – 5 p.m.
Restraints, Interior, Glass, Side and Rear Impact Analysis (DAM04)
- Analyzing Vehicle Interior
- Inspecting Airbag Systems
- Inspecting Side Impacts
- Inspecting the Rear Body
- Inspecting Exterior Trim and Hardware
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Aluminum Panels and Structures Damage Analysis (DAM05)
- Understanding Aluminum Properties and Characteristics
- Assessing Aluminum Exterior Body Panel Damage
- Assessing Aluminum Structural Damage
- Discussing Aluminum Vehicle Repair Facilities
1 – 5 p.m.
Collision Repair Overview for the Corvette Z06 (GEN01)
- Locating GM Service Information
- Identifying the Construction Materials
- Making Non-Structural Repairs
- Using GMA (MIG) Pulse Welding Equipment
- Making Structural Repairs
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Hazardous Materials, Personnel Safety, and Refinish Safety (WKR01)
- Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets
- Understanding Product Labeling Requirements
- Making Decisions for Storage and Disposal of Hazardous Materials and Waste
- Choosing the Proper Personal Protective Equipment
- Determining Overall Repair Facility Safety
1 – 5 p.m.
Collision Repair Overview for the Ford F-150 (FRD01)
- Determining Vehicle Service Information and Identification
- Working with Trim, Hardware, and Glass
- Identifying Construction Materials
- Replacing and Aligning Exterior Panels
- Understanding Mechanical and Restraint Systems
- Making Frame Repairs
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Corrosion Protection (CPS01)
- Understanding the OEM Corrosion Protection Process
- Applying Corrosion Protection Materials
- Applying Seam Sealers
1 – 5 p.m.
Automotive Foams (FOM01)
- Overview of Automotive Foam
- Structural Foam Considerations
- Removing Expandable Foam
- Choosing Replacement Expandable Foam
- Installing Expandable Foam
- Working Safely Around Foam
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Color Theory, Application, Tinting, and Blending (REF03)
- Lighting and the Effect on Color Matching
- Effects of Metallics and Micas in Refinish Materials
- Applying Topcoats
- Blending
- Understanding Color Movement and Tinting
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Color Theory, Application, Tinting, and Blending (REF03) (SPANISH)
- Lighting and the Effect on Color Matching
- Effects of Metallics and Micas in Refinish Materials
- Applying Topcoats
- Blending
- Understanding Color Movement and Tinting
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Mechanical Systems Analysis (DAM03)
- Inspecting HVAC Systems
- Inspecting Electrical Systems
- Inspecting Gasoline-Electric Hybrid Vehicles
- Inspecting Electro-Mechanical Vehicle Options
- Inspecting Drivetrain
- Inspecting Brake Systems
1 – 5 p.m.
Steering and Suspension Damage Analysis (DAM06)
- Steering and Suspension System Overview
- Steering and Suspension System Parts Identification
- Understanding Steering and Suspension Alignment Angles
- Diagnosing Damage to Steering and Suspension Systems
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Volvo Structural Repair (VLV03)
- Identifying Body Structure Materials and Designs
- Straightening and Replacement of Structural Parts
- Using Sectioning Procedures
- Making Sectioning Joints
- Restoring Corrosion Protection on Structural Parts
1 – 5 p.m.
Collision Repair Overview for Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep Vehicles (DCX01)
- Understanding Chrysler Group Vehicle Identification and Construction
- Understanding Repair Processes Used for Chrysler Group Vehicles
- Defining Recommended Structural Part Replacement Procedures
- Understanding Restraint and Suspension Systems on Chrysler Group Vehicles
8 a.m. – 12 noon
Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles (ALT01)
- Understanding Part Terminology
- Describing System Designs and Operation
- Analyzing Collision Damage to Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles
- Collision Repair Considerations for Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles
- Safety When Working on Electric and Electric Hybrid Vehicles
1 – 5 p.m.
Advanced Restraint Systems (RES02)
- Identifying Side Airbags and Curtains
- Understanding Occupant Classification Systems (OCS)
- Describing OCS Replacement and Calibration
- Identifying Other Restraint and Safety Devices
4 – 9 p.m.
Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding (WCA01)
**WCA01 must be completed in order to participate in the Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test**
- Techniques for GMA (MIG) Welding Aluminum
- Identifying Equipment for GMA (MIG) Welding Aluminum
- Listing Transfer Methods
- Identifying Electrode Wire
- Aluminum Welding Preparation
- Making Aluminum Plug Welds
- Making Aluminum Fillet Welds
- Making Aluminum Butt Joint with Backing Welds
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCA02)
- Introduction to the I-CAR Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (AWQT)
- Test Parameters
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Aluminum Plug Welds on Lap Joints
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Aluminum Fillet Welds on Lap Joints
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Aluminum Butt Joint with Backing Welds
Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCA03)
- How the I-CAR Automotive Aluminum GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test is Administered
- Making Aluminum Butt Joint with Backing Welds
- Making Aluminum Fillet Weld on Lap Joints
- Making Aluminum Plug Weld on Lap Joints
4 – 9 p.m.
Steel GMA (MIG) Welding (WCS01)
- Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
- Proper Use of GMA (MIG) Welding Equipment
- Techniques for Making Butt Joint with Backing Welds
- Techniques for Making Open Butt Joint Welds
- Techniques for Making Fillet Welds
- Techniques for Making Plug Welds
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Prep (WCS02)
- Introduction to the I-CAR Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (SWQT)
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Butt Joint with Backing Welds
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Open Butt Joint Welds
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Fillet Welds on Lap Joints
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Plug Welds on Lap Joints
Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test (WCS03)
- How the I-CAR Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test is Administered
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Butt Joint with Backing Welds
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Open Butt Joint Welds
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Fillet Welds on Lap Joints
- Making, Visually Inspecting, and Destructively Testing Plug Welds on Lap Joints
I-CAR Fest Expo
In addition to the available I-CAR classes, there will be over 40 industry vendors on hand during the I-CAR Fest expo. All local industry professionals are invited to take part in this event!
For additional information about I-CAR Fest, contact Dave Gauthier with the Ft. Worth I-CAR volunteer committee at 817.991.2904.
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UPCOMING BOSTON TRADESHOW OFFERING I-CAR CLASSES
I-CAR will be holding three classes at the upcoming Collision Repair & Auto Repair Show, being held at the Bayside Expo Center in Boston, MA on April 20-22, 2007.
Saturday, April 21
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Aluminum Panels and Structures Damage Analysis (DAM05)
- Understanding Aluminum Properties and Characteristics
- Assessing Aluminum Exterior Body Panel Damage
- Assessing Aluminum Structural Damage
- Discussing Aluminum Vehicle Repair Facilities
1 - 5 p.m.
Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep Collision Repair Overview (DCX01)
- Understanding Chrysler Group vehicle identification and construction
- Understanding repair processes used for Chrysler Group vehicles
- Defining recommended structural part replacement procedures
- Understanding restraint and suspension systems on Chrysler Group vehicles
Sunday, April 22
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Automotive Foams (FOM01)
- Overview of Automotive Foam
- Structural Foam Considerations
- Removing Expandable Foam
- Choosing Replacement Expandable Foam
- Installing Expandable Foam
- Working Safely Around Foam
To register for these programs and find out more information about the upcoming trade show, visit www.carstradeshow.com.
MQT truck on display at I-CAR booth
Stop by the I-CAR booth during the trade show and see the Mobile Qualification Test (MQT) truck on display and meet with I-CAR staff to help you with your training needs.
Are you interested in bringing the I-CAR MQT to your business and have your staff complete the industry recognized I-CAR qualification tests? Send an e-mail to mqtinfo@i-car.com, state “Bring the MQT to me,” and include your contact information. An I-CAR representative will respond back to you with additional details!
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WANT THE I-CAR MQT TRUCK BROUGHT TO YOU?
I-CAR has the MQT trucks covering the following areas:
Lower 48 states, including District of Columbia:
- ME, NH, MA, RI, CT, NY, PA, NJ, DE, MD, WV, and VA
- MQT truck administrator: Steve Baur
- WA, OR, MT, ND, and SD
- MQT truck administrator: Tim Ryan
- WY, UT, NE, AZ, and NM
- MQT truck administrator: Mike McCormick
- OK, MO, KS, AR, LA, and TX
- MQT truck administrator: Kevin Costner
- MN, WI, IA, IL, KY, IN, and OH
- MQT truck administrator: Josh Nelms
- FL, GA, AL, TN, NC, SC, and MS
- MQT truck administrator: Casey Mullins
Canadian provinces:
- ON and MB
- MQT truck administrator: Bill Davidge
Interested in bringing the MQT truck to your facility?
If you are looking to have your employees complete the industry recognized I-CAR qualification tests through the MQT program simply do this:
- Send an e-mail to mqtinfo@i-car.com
- In the subject line include "Bring the MQT to me!"
- Be sure to include your name, business name, mailing address and phone number.
- I-CAR MQT Scheduler/Dispatcher Victor Krismalian will then get in contact with you with additional details.
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