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Autonerdz now certifying Lab Scope Diagnosticians
Nov 16th, 2012 at 2:39pm
 
We've had requests for Autonerdz uniform patches, we instead decided to offer a Lab Scope Diagnostics certification program.

This is for PicoScope users only, but you do not need to be an Autonerdz customer.

A couple steps towards certification:

PicoScope captures you gathered during a real world diagnostic situation along with a short explanation of your diagnostic process.

We will provide a written test covering basic electrical fundamentals up to advanced scope use. This test may require research and scope operation to complete. The idea is not to only test ones skill and knowledge, but to also be a learning experience. We want to make sure anyone certified really knows what they're doing. A test score minimum of 85% is required for certification, we will send the test back to you if 85% is not achieved.

Upon completion you will receive 7 patches along with a nice printed paper certification.

There will be a $35.00 charge, this includes materials and postage.

Please email support@autonerdz.com if interested.
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Reply #1 - Nov 16th, 2012 at 4:28pm
 
Just one LiL Question that I do believe will come up later.  Most of us in  Carrier Apparel (Uniforms) have 11 sets, so how much per patch after the certification process is complete?

Just in case I would happen to get lucky, or copy off of Rod, Preston, Mick, etc. the list goes on. Grin
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Reply #2 - Nov 16th, 2012 at 6:43pm
 
I doubt you will need any luck RT.  Good question on additional patches by the way.
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Reply #3 - Nov 16th, 2012 at 8:44pm
 
is this multiple guess or long answer?
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Reply #4 - Nov 16th, 2012 at 9:20pm
 
sneaky pete wrote on Nov 16th, 2012 at 8:44pm:
is this multiple guess or long answer?


Some are multiple choice like an ASE test where you choose the least incorrect answer from the choices below.   Wink  Others require a written answer. 

RtOne wrote on Nov 16th, 2012 at 4:28pm:
how much per patch after the certification process is complete?


I don't know, I'm sure it would not break the bank.  Good question though.  This is a work in progress...
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Reply #5 - Nov 17th, 2012 at 8:19am
 
I’ll check our cost on the patches Monday.

I chose seven because I always had 5 uniforms and 2 jackets, thought that was standard.
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Reply #6 - Nov 17th, 2012 at 8:55am
 

We are still working in the answer key.  I doubt anyone would find this test easy.  I think it's hard and I wrote some of the questions..... Smiley

This is not your typical ASE certification.  We really wanted this to mean something more.

But this is not a test with a time limit and you are free to experiment and research to get to your best answer.  I feel, if you can pass this test, you have what it takes to wear the patch with pride.  Even if you are not yet a lab scope 'expert' you will demonstrate that you know how to find answers and get there.  After all, it's a journey.

This certification is not window dressing.  You will earn it.
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Reply #7 - Nov 17th, 2012 at 9:54pm
 
Very excited about this certification, although I know I'm not there yet, it is definitely an even more motivation to master the LSD Technique. Smiley
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Re: Autonerdz now serving certified LSD
Reply #8 - Nov 18th, 2012 at 4:59am
 
Perfect  Smiley

I went on a course about a year ago and there were some       
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I managed to sneak 3 because the class wasn't full  Cool

When I felt I had earnt them I was going to stitch them onto my pocket flap on my trousers.

I do not know how/when I would have self certified my self. I have looked at the patches a few times and it seems arrogant to think I have even scratched the surface of LSD.

I am going give myself the patch and sew it on to my pocket for work tomorrow  Smiley

I have got a new patch to earn   Smiley


Thanks AUTONERDZ for always being so inspirational, creative and on the ball  Smiley

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Re: Autonerdz now serving certified LSD
Reply #9 - Nov 18th, 2012 at 8:25am
 
Tom Roberts wrote on Nov 17th, 2012 at 8:55am:
you will demonstrate that you know how to find answers and get there.

Would it be safe to ASSUME that going on iATN and ask for a Fish to be thrown my way would be Inappropriate?  Smiley
Brian Haley wrote on Nov 17th, 2012 at 8:19am:
I always had 5 uniforms and 2 jackets

Part Time? Cheesy I can see where a strictly "Diagnostic Tech." might pull that off, but a goodly share are in the trench more than not so we have Five sets on the Laundry Truck, Five hangin at home, and one on our back that after 30 minutes is hangin like a grimy Potato Sack.  Feelin Sorry for me yet? Grin I don't, but some do rent Jackets, so they would probably opt for (As Will I) buying an additional 7 (14 total) to have 3 for Jackets, Hoodies, etc.  I think it's a great idear ya'll have.
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Reply #10 - Nov 19th, 2012 at 9:15am
 

A couple of concerns have come to our attention here so I will share them:

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Some Autonerdz customers have voiced concern about being able to satisfactorily complete the test(s) in order to qualify for the certification. 


My response to that is so what?  If you can’t pass it right now, you will as you work through it.  Think of it as an assignment or a project rather than a test.

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One said he was concerned of public humiliation in case the test scores got out


Not gonna happen.  Test results are strictly confidential.

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Another asked if all the tests are the same? 


Yes, this is an honor thing.  Copying would be so easy but then, how would you feel about yourself if you did?  Or...allowed someone to copy you?  You're not helping them at all.  Besides, we would probably know.   Wink

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What is the purpose of “PicoScope captures you gathered during a real world diagnostic situation” ?


The purpose of the whole thing is to expand your horizons and dig deeper.  The capture data file tells us a LOT about the level the tech has achieved.
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Reply #11 - Nov 19th, 2012 at 11:09am
 
Additional patches $3.00 each
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Reply #12 - Nov 19th, 2012 at 3:51pm
 
Will there be a certificate availalbe as well?  I usually prefer not to have labels on the uniforms but I do like the certificates.

Thanks Sam
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Reply #13 - Nov 19th, 2012 at 4:25pm
 

Yes, Sam.

Brian Haley wrote on Nov 16th, 2012 at 2:39pm:
Upon completion you will receive 7 patches along with a nice printed paper certification.

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Reply #14 - Nov 19th, 2012 at 5:27pm
 
well i'm in. i'm not big into patches or certificates but will take them if i earn it.  Grin anything that will help me learn and increase my knowledge i want to be part of. i think this is a great thing.
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