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I f you haven't invested in special training in I/M 240 emissions repair, you don't know as much as you think you do. Everyone needs to invest in their future, and emissions repairs will only get more sophisticated, not less. 

Increase your diagnostic skills! 
Increase your opportunity for career advancement!
Learn the future of auto repair!

The FIRST (Fundamental Inspection Repair System Training) and EDGE (Emissions Diagnostics Graduate Education) emissions repair curriculum was developed through the Air Care Colorado program with funding from Envirotest Systems Corp. It was developed to be taught by local community colleges and any private training facility wishing to teach it. The following course descriptions are from the Snap-On training brochure:

  FIRST
This is a comprehensive program that corrects misconceptions and misunderstandings of automotive fundamentals. FIRST covers basic electronics and DVOM reading and scaling, with emphasis on voltage drop, computer controlled ignition systems including distributorless systems, feedback carbureted systems and fuel injection systems, four-gas analysis as well as computer system interrogation using scan tools. Wiring diagram reading and ignition scope waveform skills are taught in this class.

  EDGE
This is an advanced driveability and enhanced emission diagnosis and repair program. EDGE covers I/M 240 testing and repair strategies, evaporative system diagnosis and repair, five-gas analysis, enhanced DVOM and scan tool techniques, OBD II diagnosis, Labscope Waveform analysis, non-scan tool diagnosis, critical flow path diagnostic strategies and catalytic converter testing procedures. Includes many hours of hands-on lab time. This is the best comprehensive driveability course you will ever take.

Below are training opportunities we know about. If you know of other emissions-related training opportunities, send us an e-mail with your information.

State Technical Center, Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment

FIRST & EDGE classes will be held for groups of six or more. A reservation list will be kept until six participants are enrolled. Instructor is Dave Moreau. Call Dave at 303-404-0268, leave message and phone number.

Automotive Service Association (ASA) of Colorado

FIRST & EDGE classes will be held for groups of six or more. A reservation list will be kept until six participants are enrolled. Instructor is Chris Chesney. Call Linda Crist, 303-202-5231, leave message and phone number.

Snap-on Training Solutions

FIRST & EDGE classes will be held for groups of six or more. A reservation list will be kept until six participants are enrolled. Instructor to be announced later. Call Phil Becerra, 800-766-4455, ext. 1310, leave message and phone number.

Colorado State University's National Center for Vehicle Emissions Control and Safety (NCVECS)

While not offering FIRST & EDGE, NCVECS holds workshops focusing on tampering and emissions inspections, alternative fuels, quality assurance, automotive testing equipment. For current information, call 970-491-7240 or e-mail ncvecs@cahs.colostate.edu. Website: www.ncvecs.colostate.edu.