Today's Technician

Barry Hollembeak has been involved in the automotive repair industry for nearly 50 years. Mr. Hollembeak entered the automotive technology field in 1974 as a service technician, working in both fleet and independent repair shops before opening his own repair facility. After selling his business and retiring as a technician, he became an instructor and author, teaching automotive technology at the post-secondary level for five years and serving as director of education for two years. Mr. Hollembeak then entered manufacturer training. He currently owns his own training development company, which provides both written training materials and eLearning courses to the aftermarket automotive repair industry. Mr. Hollembeak is a Master and Advanced Engine Performance Certified Technician with ASE; serves as an advisory board member for Arapahoe Community College�s automotive technology program; and is involved with the College Automotive Program, Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) and SkillsUSA. He has also been a guest speaker for NATEF, CATS and several other organizations.

Classroom Manual:
1.Introduction to Electronic Systems
2.Practical Theories and Laws
3.Computer Systems
4.Vehicle Communication Networks
5.Supplemental Air Bag Systems
6.Drive rand Passenger Comfort Systems
7.Electronic Stability and Rollover Mitigation Systems
8.Driver Assistance Systems
9.Telematics and Radio Frequency-Operated Systems
10.Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Propulsion Systems
Shop Manual:
1.Safety
2.Special Tools and Procedures
3.Computer Systems Diagnostics
4.Diagnosing Vehicle Communication Systems
5.Supplemental Air Bag Systems Diagnosis
6.Diagnosing Driver and Passenger Comfort Systems
7.Diagnosing Electronic Stability and Rollover Mitigation Systems
8.Diagnosing Driver Assistance Systems
9.Servicing Telematic and Radio Frequency-Operated Systems
10.Hybrid and High-Voltage System Service