Training Courses

The National Center for Automotive Science & Technology at Weber State University is dedicated to providing high-tech training to automotive repair and I/M technicians, instructors, students, regulatory officials and field engineers.

Hands-on lab exercises are conducted to reinforce classroom discussions and are designed to increase repair effectiveness.

NCAST provides high-tech automotive training designed to improve diagnostic accuracy, repair efficiency, and emissions compliance.

Who It’s For

  • Automotive technicians
  • Emissions inspectors
  • Fleet managers
  • Engineers
  • Instructors & students

Training Formats

  • In-person workshops
  • Online training programs
  • On-site customized training
  • National training events

Our courses are taught all around the country and by experts in the field. Locations are selected by demand for them. Please send an email to ncast@weber.edu with your name, contact information and location if you are interested in any of the classes.

Variable Valve Timing / Variable Cam Timing (VVT/VCT): Operation, Fault Diagnosis & Repair Verification

This workshop will detail operation and diagnosis of common VVT/VCT systems. Components, description of operation and manufacturer-recommended diagnosis will be covered. Monitoring strategies and readiness monitors applicable to VVT/VCT will also be identified. Supporting lab exercises are designed to clarify operation and diagnosis.

Focus:

  • VVT/VCT Monitoring Requirements
  • VVT/VCT Systems, Monitoring Strategies and Operation
  • VVT/VCT System and Component DTCs
  • VVT/VCT Diagnosis and Repair Verification

Vehicle Communication and Multiplexing: Operation, Fault Diagnosis & Repair Verification

Covers operation of CAN (controller area network) communication and how modules share information. Includes diagnosis and repair of faults such as communication codes, shorts, and faulty modules.

Focus:

  • CAN Network Operation
  • Vehicle Control Module Networks
  • CAN Network Faults and DTCs
  • CAN Network Diagnosis and Repair Verification

Direct Injection: Operation, Fault Diagnosis & Repair Verification

Covers operation and diagnosis of direct injection systems, including monitoring strategies and safety around high-pressure fuel systems.

Focus:

  • Direct Injection Monitoring Requirements
  • Direct Injection Systems and Operation
  • Direct Injection DTCs and Fail Safe Operation
  • Safe handling of high-pressure fuel systems
  • Diagnosis and Repair Verification

Hybrid and Alternate Fuel Vehicle Operation and Safety

Study of operation and safety for hybrid-electric, plug-in hybrid, electric, and alternate fuel vehicles. Includes use of high-voltage PPE.

Hybrid Vehicle Service and Diagnosis

Covers service and diagnostic procedures for hybrid and electric vehicles with hands-on PPE use.

Basic Automotive Electronics Training

Covers electrical theory, diagnostics, wiring, meters, and computer inputs/outputs. Emphasizes diagnostic processes and tools.

NOx Emissions Repair Training (10-hour course)

Focus on emissions, environmental impact, and systems like EGR and catalytic converters.

Focus:

  • NOx definition and impact
  • EGR system operation
  • TWC operation and testing
  • PCM inputs/outputs affecting NOx

Enhanced Emission Repair Training (10-hour course)

Focuses on ASM test data, emissions analysis, and diagnosing failures.

Focus:

  • Using ASM test data
  • 5-gas analysis
  • Emission system operation
  • Dynamometer diagnostics

OBD II Three-Way Catalyst (TWC) Monitor (5-hour)

Covers monitoring strategies, DTCs, and repair verification.

OBD II Systems: Operation, Diagnosis and Repair (16-hour)

Comprehensive course on OBD II systems, including readiness codes, DTCs, and diagnostic strategies.

OBD II Misfire Monitor (5-hour)

Covers misfire detection methods and diagnostics.

OBD II Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Monitoring (5-hour)

Focus on EGR monitoring strategies and diagnostics.

OBD II Evaporative Emission Control System (EECS) Monitoring (5-hour)

Covers vapor pressure systems and leak detection diagnostics.

OBD II Readiness Codes: Purpose, Operation & Use (5-hour)

Focuses on readiness codes and their role in repair verification.

OBD II O2 Sensor Monitor (5-hour)

Covers oxygen sensor monitoring, DTCs, and diagnostics.

Hands-On Emission Control Systems (10-hour)

Hands-on diagnosis and repair verification for vehicles failing emissions tests.

General OBD II for Service Personnel (5-hour)

Overview of OBD testing, readiness states, and communication with customers.

OBD II Fuel Trim – Operation, Diagnosis and Repair Verification (5-hour)

Covers fuel system monitoring, diagnostics, and scan tool usage.

Focus:

  • Fuel system monitoring strategies
  • Fuel system DTCs
  • Scan tool data retrieval
  • Diagnosis and repair verification