The courses below are currently open for enrollment. They are taught
by AFVi affiliate, Natural Gas Vehicle Institute. Clicking on "Course Details" and "Register Now" will take you to their website. Please check back often as new courses are frequently added.
Call 702-254-4180 or email us for information about having any one of these courses tailored and delivered to you at your facility.
NGV Driver and Mechanic Safety Training
August 31, 2010 - Charlotte, North Carolina
September 14, 2010 -
Dallas, Texas
This one-day course is devoted to training drivers and mechanics on safe driving, fueling and maintenance of today’s natural gas vehicles. The training will deliver all the information necessary to insure that your NGV fleet is driven, fueled and maintained to meet or exceed current safety standards. Trainers are welcome and will go through the same training as Drivers and Mechanics and will also receive “Train the Trainer” instruction and all course materials and support software.
CNG Fuel System Inspector Training Course
September 1-2, 2010 - Charlotte, North Carolina
September 15-16, 2010 -
Dallas, Texas
This two-day course focuses on teaching the proper techniques for inspecting on-board compressed natural gas fueling systems. NHTSA states that on-board vehicle CNG fuel storage cylinders, manufactured after March of 1995, should be visually inspected every three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. You will learn the proper methods to use to insure vehicle fuel storage safety and integrity. The training includes hands-on inspection of vehicle fuel cylinders.
CNG Fueling Station Design Certification Course
November 2-3, 2010
Downey, California
CNG Fueling Station Design is a two-day course which provides comprehensive training
for public and commercial sector professionals needing to learn the most up-to-date
methods and practices for sizing, designing, specifying, and constructing a CNG
fueling station -- ideal for engineers, designers, owners and those interested
in acquiring a CNG fueling station. Attendees receive a certificate of course
completion, upon getting at least 70% correct on the course exam.
CNG Fueling Station Operation & Maintenance Certification
Course
November 4-5, 2010
Downey, California
This two-day course, provides complete, in-depth instruction on proven, "best
practices" for natural gas fueling station operation and maintenance --
ideal for station maintenance personnel who need to develop and implement effective
routine maintenance and safety plans. Attendees receive a certificate of course
completion, upon getting at least 70% correct on the course exam.
Driver, Technician and Fuel Handler Safety Training for LNG Powered Vehicles
Next Class TBD
This one-day course is devoted to training drivers, technicians and fuel handlers on safe driving, fueling and operating practices of today's liquefied natural gas (LNG) vehicles. The training will deliver all the information necessary to insure that your fleet powered by LNG is driven, fueled and maintained in a facility to meet or exceed current safety standards. You will also learn the safety features of the LNG fuel storage and delivery system.
CNG Fueling Stations: A Project Manager’s Guide to Sizing, Design, Specifying, Permitting and Construction
Next Class TBD
This one-day course provides comprehensive training for project managers on the most up-to-date methods and practices for sizing, designing, specifying, permitting and constructing a CNG fueling station. The course is especially for fleet and other professionals tasked with acquiring or overseeing CNG fueling. You will learn the principles of CNG fueling station sizing, design and construction that result in fueling that is cost-effective, safe and meets both code requirements and the fueling needs of customers. This is the only course available that offers the detailed, technical information you need to understand CNG fueling stations and to manage CNG fueling station construction projects.
Leo Thomason, a nationally recognized expert on compressed natural gas fueling stations and the Executive Director of Natural Gas Vehicle Institute, teaches the course.
The training course fee includes a detailed printed class manual with room for notes. Attendees receive a certificate of course completion, upon attending the entire class. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Fleet Solutions: Putting It All Together
Next Class TBD
This half-day session is designed to help fleet professionals sift through all the alternative fuel and technology information and come away with an understanding of the best options for their fleets and a good start to their implementation plans. Leo Thomason, Director of Consulting and Technical Training for AFVi, with more than 25 years' experience in the alternative fuel industry, will lead this invaluable workshop.
There will be plenty of time for Q&A, as these topics, among others, are covered:
• Vehicle Options for Your Fleet
• Fueling Procurement
• Incentives: Specific Examples
• Ten steps to an AFV Implementation Plan
