Training Pays!
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
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My instructor when I was getting my two-year automotive degree. He would always drill into our heads.. Yeah, you can figure this stuff out on your own. You can teach yourself all these fundamentals… But it may take you 20 years to learn all the fine details you are going to learn in the next 2 years. It’s all about how to apply it from there. But going to school is a major shortcut in this industry. Once you have your foundation and fundamentals down. The possibilities are endless. If you had to spend 20 years fine-tuning those fundamentals on your own. You may very well be burnt out by then. And you’d be making a considerable amount less money in the process. On the same page, just because you go to school doesn’t mean you’re going to start working somewhere as a entry-level technician and be the lead diagnostic tech. That too takes years to fine-tune. Everything in this industry is a process. It just depends how far out you are wanting to string out the process.
I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to go to school four hours a day. The other half of the day I was running my mobile business to get myself through school.. so that allowed me to apply techniques learned on a daily basis in real world situations. I had school 4 hours a day, and if anything ever stumped me, I had scanner danner videos.. I think I’ve told you this before, but seriously all the knowledge you pass along through your different avenues, literally built my business. I’m very thankful to have found your content and purchased your book. Honestly, I think I learned more from you than I did, my instructors in school! And you had no idea at the time! You’re a rockstar Paul, keep up the great teaching! I assure you there’s many more, just like me out there, listening, and absorbing your wisdom!
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I try to learn everything Paul puts out. Try being the key word, so many different systems on todays cars and changing all the time. Its alot to keep up with but SD is leading the way. Techs just need to get in line and follow, you will learn, it will make you a better tech, and you will make more money.
@@timwheeler1503 any type of education in this field is a must! You are 100%, correct, vehicles are changing daily almost. So many new technologies and systems to learn. I think that was Paul’s point to the post. Learning how to string together all the absolutely necessary, miscellaneous fundamentals takes time. And they’ve been after you’ve learned them, real world experience is where the puzzle pieces start to fall into place. But without the fundamentals, you’ll be chasing your tail all day. Really, it doesn’t matter where you get your knowledge just as long as you’re constantly absorbing information or education from somewhere. That’s what it’s all about in this field, growth… it takes years and years to start seeing that puzzle fall into place. Even then, not even Paul knows it all! We all learn something new every day if you’re applying yourself in the correct manner!
Out of high school, I worked at a gas station. The "mechanic" there would have me change spark plugs, points and condenser. He'd come along behind me and set dwell, timing and carburetor. He kept his part of the tune up secret. I paid about 3,200 dollars back in 1971 for automotive trade school to learn the why, since I knew the how. He left about a year later and I took over his job. That school also made me a licensed California smog inspector and installer. A year later, in 1973, I had my own gas station and 2 years later, my own automotive repair shop. I had access to ongoing aftermarket parts training programs and test equipment manufacturer's training programs. I always attended. Now I'm semi-retired but keeping up with latest technology through videos like these. I subscribe to the ones who know what they are doing and shake my head at the ones who shouldn't be on here. Yep, there are several. Keep up the awesome work Paul. Always looking forward to your next video.
You are correct. I've been a mechanic for 45 years, the last 20 trying to learn on my own what you do and get no where with the diagnostics with scanners, wave forms, all that. Even with expensive equipment. I work for myself with an established 25 year clientele from diagnosing and repairing old school ways. Thank God my disability was just approved because it's killing me. Go to school.
Now we can get that education right here on UA-cam. There's at least a dozen channels out there with a full catalog of videos with just about anything you'll ever run into... including this channel. I've watched through a LOT of the back logged videos of several of these channels in the past 4 years and it's pretty incredible what I've learned for free.
Most of these trade schools are scams anyway. 😂
There is no denying there is a wealth of knowledge techs have shared on these channels. It’s not the same though..The take away and experience you get in general from hands on training is second to none. All the “boring” to most, fundamentals and random miscellaneous information you receive in class is priceless in its own way..Being forced to sit at home and pour through seemingly non-important material in the text books..Is ALL for a reason. You’ll need it someday..
Not to mention, the sheer fact you were able to follow through with and complete a huge task. Such as a automotive degree or certificate, Shows a great deal of character to
any employer you want to work for. It also shows that you are willing to make sacrifices for success..That’s a big deal in todays world.
Seems like EVERYONE these days, would rather just get on UA-cam. Because it’s easier, this new generation of mechanics are just lazy. A big reason for the technician shortage we are having is because most think they can just learn on UA-cam. In reality it’s because vehicles are getting harder and harder to work on every year..And we just keep getting lazier and lazier..This new generation doesn’t realize how complex modern vehicles actually are. And they are no longer willing to make the sacrifices it takes to excel.
I spent my time doing a degree in electronic engineering then a master in computer engineering and it all the schematics are there then it's ok. But this course and book helped so much in the techniques to be applied in the real world when there is no schematic to follow. Knowing the items on 5v reference circuits, how ground or positive switched circuits differ was so important even at my stage. Great work, very well broke down for all levels of experience. So now I can keep my fleet of old classic cars running and help others with the same problems. Keep up the great work and bring on the next gen. 🎉
School and college have a bad reputation. However, going to school to actually learn something that you WILL be applying in your line of work. That’s amazing! That is worth going to school for.
To me, it’s not the money that’s important (even though it kind of is) but it’s being able to look in the mirror and being proud of yourself for learning what others are afraid to learn. Exceed the expectations.
100% be the guy everyone goes to, the guy that figures out problems others give up on. The guy that does good work and takes pride in it. That is the real winner. We all make mistakes and bad calls sometimes but it should be a very rare thing if you learn what SD is teaching.
Absolutely how I see it and it worked for me as well. Out of trade school I was not hardly any better than someone who had not attended . It took a few years and I finally was able to understand the theories they had taught. I will make a follow up video referencing this video. Let me know if you are ok with me sharing link here when done.
Yes, please do Brian!
ua-cam.com/video/JiDfGpNCTQU/v-deo.html Here is my response.. I really think that so many have expectations of "being a tech' right out of school. You will have knowledge that you will have to learn to apply! Its not a turn key operation, but if you put the time in and stay passionate about learning and admitting mistakes and make corrections you will be a rock star technician.
You are right, for me the education is the best way for to be a good technical and I think when a person want to be good in his job need to learn every day
9 years following the SD i would love to start out as a tire man and then i would help them set up the pico to look at an injector current waveform and then i could show them which ones are weak then i would happily go back to doing my tire job Thank you SD
Goodwill Hunting style. :)
This is a good clip personally
I’ve come from an environment where it was self taught and learn as you go
You can compensate for sure if you learn quick but even then I’m having to go back and learn basic fundamentals something I could’ve avoided 10 years ago but hey hindsight 20-20 good news is most dealerships now pay for your schooling
Totally agree💯%
Thanks for sharing SD😍
Однозначно с образованием быть лучше, чем без него. Главное работать при этом по своей специальности.
Paul, good talk about the right blend of education, raw talent and opportunities in the industry. It is hard enough for a seasoned tech to keep up with all the emerging technologies. A young person entering the industry today without some level of training is going to have a long tough slog and most likely will become discouraged and leave. I am a big fan of state supported automotive training programs (secondary and post secondary). However, I am not a fan of the private for-profit automotive programs. I have written a lot about this and it is not hard to find. :)
Scam for profit trade schools. So glad l can repair my own stuff!
Thanks Paul
There's no doubt... if you want to do more than oil changes and tire changes... GO TO SCHOOL❤ You are better able to put your education to work than some 4-year college degrees offer..
BUT.. watch a bunch of these videos first to decide whether you WANT to do this. Accountants make good money.. or Like Mike Rowe says: "there's opportujities in welding."
Thanx SD for TEACHING!
Correct. To add to the title why any tech needs school. Im a heavy duty diesel tech by trade and have been for 7 years now. Before that i worked for a farm really doing the same thing but mixed with farm hand tasks and working on anything between 1937-1988 vehicles and equipment. The industry is always changing and i know first hand working on mechanical injection macks and other engines then changing to completely electronic everything. The first time i looked at one i didn't know what i was seeing. The basics are there tho. The basics never changed. That i learned, within a year i knew what i needed to know but not everything. Will never know everything. Thru training and certs that takes it one step closer. The training will never end as long as new ways of working continue. Learning where to find what its looking for and staying in the right spot comes with time and resources. Lots of shops in the area (eastern central pa) are becoming harder and harder to even find new techs let alone techs in my time group. I dont get to use oscilloscopes much at work but your teachings have helped with some understanding.
Paul. Not sure how to tell you this. I woke up in the middle of the night and felt that I needed to pray for you. I hope all is good. I also hope this doesn't freak you out, that's not the point. Anyways thanks for everything you do to help others and teach with truth. Cheers bro.
Doesn't freak me out at all! Keep praying for me. For direction with our non profit that my wife and I have started and how best to use it. And of course that I will above all reflect His light to this dark world.
Amen too this I witness it
Being in Australia, we have 2 classes mechnics and auto electrician, and soon to be electric mechanic for EV being new cars and new class it’s going to be interesting to see how skilled these guys are vs the auto electricians that have a better understanding of electrical and diagnostics over the future EV mechanics, but the mechanics complained that if there’s no auto electricians and we become EV mechanics who will help them 😂 but they hate us but they need us but they hate paying our bills. Training is key and in Australia once people get their license that’s it they think they know it all they never continue to extend their training by doing other courses, and most of them are free the difference is training is key, without it you’ll always be someone who is deemed a parts fitter
Sir your big fan ❤
Yep
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There are thousands of parts changers out here that can't troubleshoot their way out of a paper bag, making a good living. 😂
Same thing with Machinists.
This topic is super complicated, you actually don’t really need school, but indeed need education. If you passionate about what you do, you will find all needed materials and with enough efforts put into learning stuff you can overcome some students. Just mainly because you dedicated to the topics you need to learn. Just imagine if in your 16 you will have a even diagnostician assistant and eager to learn what he’s doing, like spending 3-5 hours a day studying relevant materials, i can bet in 4 years you will become an expert in the industry without going to school. But not everyone like that.
"Training" would be a better word 😉
There’s no app for that? That’s just ridiculous. 😂😂
Why auto industry needs to do better for techs.
Not completely accurate, depends on where you work. If you work at a dealership/flat rate shop, you will not make more money with more education, in fact, you will make less. Unless you own your own shop, you will constantly be disappointed in your pay based on your knowledge and ability. I went through a 1,000 classroom-hour program with BMW, where I was one of the seven most trained techs in the country. I got a higher hourly flat rate but got all the diagnosis/electrical issues where I had to fight to get paid for all the time. Guys that know nothing, do major services, brakes, and exhaust could easily make 200% more than techs that were on top of their game. After 10 years of that, I just left the industry. My suggestion is simple. Open your own shop from day one and never look back.
And then when your 50 and you can't hustle the same way because your body is broken, then what? Work smart, not hard. And I agree, flatrate for diag tech at a dealership is b.s.
@@ScannerDanner If you have your own shop, other techs will be busting their backs, you will just be pointing fingers.
@@mikemurphy7519 this industry needs to change for sure. But to advocate for no training which I'm sure you don't really mean, it a horrible idea
@@ScannerDanner I think you might be underestimating the "training" that we are getting just by watching all your videos (and other channels). Just about all the information is out here now and we can all access it for free. You're one of the guys who helped build this reality; you should recognize that validation for yourself. You guys have fought for the "Right to Repair" fight more than just about anyone and have helped the entire industry get batter, especially DIY's. Rising tides raise all ships... I appreciate it
@@ScannerDannerYou are absolutely 💯 Take from a heavy line guy that move into the Diagnostician line all from your course and that is what I tell every worker/colleague that if you don’t understand it’s functionality and how it works you will chase yourself into oblivion.