It is necessary to have at least a valid British Columbia driver's license to participate in the course on airbrakes.
Course Overview
The course provides a thorough examination of the commercial vehicle's air brake systems. It provides in-class training as well as hands-on training in the brake inspection prior to departure and how to help you pass taking the Motor Vehicle Branch Air Endorsement test. This class requires an active BC Driver's License.
Cranbrook – Saturday November 23rd, 2024
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday November 23rd, 2024 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Sunday November 24th, 2024 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: Pinnacle Hall, Room P100
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Collin Pitney
- Cost: $349.00
Notes
Make sure you dress appropriately for the weather.
Must Have BC Drivers License.
Register Online or You can sign up by email or phone. Contact us for more details
Golden – Saturday December 14th, 2024
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday December 14th, 2024 | 8:00am | 4:00pm |
| Sunday December 15th, 2024 | 8:00am | 4:00pm |
Details
Register Online or You can sign up by email or phone. Contact us for more details
Invermere – Saturday January 25th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday January 25th, 2025 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Sunday January 26th, 2025 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
Details
Register Online or You can sign up by email or phone. Contact us for more details
Cranbrook – Saturday February 8th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday February 8th, 2025 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
| Sunday February 9th, 2025 | 8:00am | 5:00pm |
Details
Notes
Dress appropriately for the weather.
Must Have BC Drivers License.
Register Online or Register by telephone or email. Contact us for more details
Golden – Saturday February 22nd, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday February 22nd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:00pm |
| Sunday February 23rd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:00pm |
Details
Register Online or You can sign up by email or phone. Contact us for more details
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Air Brakes (Q Endorsement) (AIR01)
The course will cover the entire air brake system that was outlined through the Alberta Solicitor General, Motor Vehicles Division and culminates in an Alberta Air Brakes Q Endorsement. The students learn about how an air brake is maintained and used efficiently and includes inspection of the brake air system as well as ensuring the roadworthiness.
PREREQUISITE(S)/COREQUISITE: a minimum of 14 years of age with a valid Alberta Beginner's licence (Class 7) or a valid class 5 out of province license.
It is important to note that from September 1st, 2024 the price of the course will increase to $275.00.
Do you require private instruction? We invite you to contact us by using the contact information on the bottom of this page for further information about hosting this training at your place.
Timetable
Dates Times Days Cost Instructor Enrollment Campus Room Oct 7 – Oct 8 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Full Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Oct 15 – Oct 16 8:30am – 4:30pm TW $275.00 TBA Full Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Oct 21 – Oct 22 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Full Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Oct 28 – Oct 29 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Full Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Nov 4 – Nov 5 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Full Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Nov 18 – Nov 19 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Nov 25 – Nov 26 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Dec 5 – Dec 6 8:30am – 4:30pm RF $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Jan 2 – Jan 3 8:30am – 4:30pm RF $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Jan 6 – Jan 7 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Jan 13 – Jan 14 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Jan 20 – Jan 21 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Jan 27 – Jan 28 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Feb 10 – Feb 11 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Feb 24 – Feb 25 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Mar 3 – Mar 4 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Mar 10 – Mar 11 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Mar 24 – Mar 25 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Apr 14 – Apr 15 8:30am – 4:30pm MT $275.00 TBA Available Northwestern Polytechnic Grshop Continuing Education Office: TT126
Phone: 780-539-2975
Toll-free: 1-866-378-9675
Email: [email protected]
Web: Visit HomepageAirbrake Refresher Online Training
Online Assessment: The FSI Online Airbrake Program is intended to be an opportunity to review and aid in study to those that will soon take the Alberta Air Brake Exam at the time of registering.
There is no end-of-course test, but it does include exercises and sample tests along with other activities.
Online Certificate of Completion: If you successfully complete this course online A certificate of success is available for download and printing.
Airbrake Certification
Classroom & Airbrakes > Airbrake Certification
$ 250.00
(flat rate)Course Details
1 day
2.0 hours of practical
6.5 hours of class
(Testing Fees are not included)Upcoming Offerings
Airbrakes
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Air Brakes Course And Test
The air brake class is a day-long course that is offered twice each week. It begins at 7:00 am for registration, and will end approximately at 4:00 pm. It is recommended to arrive 30 minutes prior so that you have enough time to register.
It consists of class theory as well as a practice portion.
The classroom portion is the theoretical part in the classroom, students learn the basics of brakes and the various components in the air brake system as well as how they operate. The aim of this class is to teach students how to check and ensure the system is operating at optimal performance. The other important thing is to show the student how to deal when the system fails.
Contact People Driving Academy Inc.:
Address
5850 88 Ave NE #6190, Calgary, AB T3J 0Z7
Phone
+1 (403) 612-0040
Hours of operation
Monday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
<> Wednesday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday ClosedMap
After completing the theoretical after which the students will then be given an actual air brakes examination. The practical part of students will be taught how to conduct routine maintenance on air brakes.
At this point, the candidate will receive an official certificate that they can take into a register office in order to take the test.
This isn't an automatic update!
It is required that you sign this certificate to be eligible to be eligible for the "Q" endorsement to be added to the license you have.
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I obtained my driver's license through Cameron in 1996. They taught me and I received some on-the working experience while driving to Vancouver as well as Winnipeg They even got me my first driving job me. 21 years later, and it's still me driving. The road isn't always for everybody However, you'll never find out if you never test it out.
MELT COURSES
The course is Government of Alberta mandated 113hrs in addition to 8.5 hours Air Brakes hours of training. The course comprises:
- 40.5 minutes of class instruction
- In-vehicle instruction for 57 hours
- 40 hours driving
- 18 hours of off-road actions (couple/uncouple back)
CLASS 1
1 Experience and Equivalency Automatic or Manual
Includes:
Total Hours: 40
Class: 12.5 hours
Yard Instruction: 6.5 hours
Cab Training: 21 hrs
- The class allows drivers who have a current Class 3 or 2 license holders. Drivers are able to complete a shorter version of the
- Class 1 training if they are able to prove 2 years of Driving knowledge.
- In order to be eligible for the Experience as well as Equivalency Program, motorists need to:
- * must have the valid Alberta Class 2 or 3 (not the endorsement S) driver's license
- * held at least an Alberta class 3 driver's license or an equivalent driver's licence from a different Canadian province for two or more consecutive years.
- * Have 2 or more years of experience in operating motor vehicles with 3 or more axles (vehicles which require at minimum an endorsement of class 3 to operate)
- * Apply HERE at the Government for their credentials to be confirmed. Send the documents at this address: [emailprotected* APPLY HERE to the Government and have their experience verified
RESTRICTION REMOVAL
2 hours of brushing up, or for 10 hours if you've never using a manual transmission
90 min Road Test :
40 minutes inspection
5 minutes of commentary
The program aims to assist students to get rid of the automatic restriction in ALBERTA in the event that students already have first class. The road test could take from 60 approximately 90 minutes.
CLASS 3
Enrich CLASS 3 Advanced Manual Transmission or Automatic .
Total hours Total Hours: 10 ( Air Brakes are not included)
Class 3 Road Test Permit: $155.00
1 Hour Road Test
Test of knowledge at the register: $17.00
- The price is not inclusive of the usage of the tractor for the road test conducted by the government. Class 3 license authorized to operate vehicles with more than two axles comprising all combinations of vehicles or a truck that has 2 axles that tow a vehicle having an official gross vehicle weight greater than 4,540 kilograms (but doesn't include semi-trailer vehicles).
AIR BRAKE
An endorsement Q is included in your license when you have passed an exam to test your knowledge at the registry
T total hours: 8.5
Class: 6.5 hours
Training time: two hours of practice
Knowledge test at the register: $17.00
- Because this course will include an outdoor session lasting two hours in our backyard, participants must dress appropriately to the weather, put on closed-toed footwear (no sandals) and carry working gloves.
ROAD TEST PREP
(minimun 2 hrs) $199
It is necessary to rent the truck to test the road
- The test taker will be offered the choice of deciding the number of hours needed in order to become confident and be confident enough to pass the road test.
- This price doesn't include any tractor for the government road testing.
TRUCK RENTAL FOR ROAD TEST Automatic or Manual
$299 plus GTS CLASS 1 TRUCK AND TRAILER
$170 plus GST CLASS 3 CAMION ONLY
Contact US via 4039733538 in order to make an appointment to take the road testing.
Students should wear reflective clothing and shoes with closed toes (no sandals) students should wear a reflective jacket, be sure to bring working gloves.