How to become certified to service gear?

[jay040]

And what brand reg do you have? If none, consider Deep6.
In any case, @rsingler 's class is recommended. It is much better than a mfg's class for your purposes. I've taken three mfg's classes and rsingler's class; he wins, hands down.

Right now I don't own my own reg. I've used various brands over my time renting and can't say one has ever blown me away compared to others. I like the idea of being able to rely on myself to know it's done right (similar to packing your own parachute, for example) when it comes to servicing gear.

 

[Mobulai]

I've taken three mfg's classes and rsingler's class; he wins, hands down.

The equivalence of this is:
I did an internship at BMW workshops as an engine mechanic
I also attended during other internships for BMW also, but as a service engineer, service training that basically covered the process and practices

I also studied engineering classes(where I had to machine things myself as well) that related to these subjects, but not in a process prescribed in a manual; but something that made me think

Both of these contributed knowledge that helped me design engines later on; or at least make informed choices while maintaining an engine

The latter is closer to the rsingler class

 

[jay040]

Allgood thoughts, thanks for the info.

 

[Mobulai]

one final thought: here’s (as part of a series 1-4) a preview into the methodical approach the wiz takes when discussing regs You can find its corollary threads here as well, jusr search for reg geeks

It’s not service, it’s more of a design review oriented discussion (more theory)

It’s what made me sign up to scubaboard a year ago and seek his training (where I was lucky to skip/have no waiting list for)
Regardless whatever direction you take it’ll only make you a better tech

 

[jay040]

one final thought: here’s (as part of a series 1-4) a preview into the methodical approach the wiz takes when discussing regs You can find its corollary threads here as well, jusr search for reg geeks

It’s not service, it’s more of a design review oriented discussion (more theory)

It’s what made me sign up to scubaboard a year ago and seek his training (where I was lucky to skip/have no waiting list for)
Regardless whatever direction you take it’ll only make you a better tech

Thanks!

 

[halocline]

A combo of servicing my own and the fun of knowing how to do it. With the comfort of the official cert to know that i'm doing it proper.

A mnufacturer’s official certification is not going to ensure that you’re doing it properly. Good, strong, fundamental knowledge of how these devices work and your own patience will go a lot further. Rsingler’s class is probably perfect for you, forget about the one or two day manufacturer’s certification classes.

 

[LandonL]

Just wanted to point out - taking Robert's class, with a focus on our brand, still qualifies for the benefits of taking the Deep6 TDI course.