Issue 18 (June 2007)

Quarterly Newsletter on workforce training in industry

1. NEW: ESD Training DVD-videos for operator, engineer/technician, and field service training.
2. Classroom instruction, on-line training–or both?
3. Pricing and Discounts for NEW ESD DVD training for Operators.
4. Special Introductory Offer for New ESD DVD training for Engineers, Technicians, Operators, and Field Service Personnel.
5. Upcoming Releases in DVD video training: Lead-Free and LEAN courses.
6. Are you ready for the "Perfect Storm"? Attend workshop (with early-bird discount) or choose on-line training.
7. ALC Development Office has moved.
8. Need information? Have a question? Here's how to contact us.

1. NEW: ESD Training videos for operator, engineer/technician, and field service training.

ALC is frequently asked for video training created to the same high standard as our on-line courses. We therefore added video alternatives for our ESD training. These videos, specifically targeted to operators, engineers, technicians, and field service personnel, complement our popular on-line courses.

Note that we did not just create a video. Instead we created a suite so that you can provide the appropriate material to each group and you can administer tests and a practical knowledge check using the same guide sheet that accompanies the on-line courses.

In addition, we added an instructor guide and resource disk packed with bonus content.

These videos are:

• Excellent basic-level ESD training courses
• Convenient as small group learning resources
• Ideal for instructor-led group presentation
• Easy to use
• Designed for audience participation

Details at http://www.automatedlearning.com/products/esd_index.cfm

2. Classroom instruction, on-line training–or both?

Well-organized classroom training with top quality video resources and top quality self-paced on-line learning have both been proven to deliver results. Which is "best"?

Most experts agree that the method should suit the circumstances. The circumstances include department and corporate goals, budget, learning styles, physical logistics, timelines, availability of human and computer resources, as a few common considerations. Which is really "best" for everyone? Neither. Which is really "best" if you have full choice? Having the flexibility that comes with choice is often "best", so we might answer: "both".

Our new videos are unique in that they are fully matched to the on-line courses. This means that you truly have an opportunity to offer whichever solution best suits a given population within your organization, knowing that the basic training is completely matched. The very same resources are deliverable on DVD for classroom use or on-line for individual use. Match the method to the needs of the moment that best suit your organization, the target group, and the individuals involved. Use the DVD to guide your classroom curriculum. Let the DVD complement, supplement, or replace on-line learning for some or all of your workforce.

Please note one very fundamental difference that is unavoidable: video cannot automate the administrative portion for you. Where that function and additional time savings are important, you will need to utilize the on-line option.

3. Pricing and Discounts for NEW ESD DVD training for Operators.

DVD ESD: An Introduction
DVD ESD Control for Operators - Manufacturing Controls
DVD ESD Control for Operators - Personal Grounding

Purchase: Individual DVDs in DVD format at $399.00
Promotion: Buy the set of three and save 30%! Your price: $837.90

4. Special Introductory Offer for New ESD DVD training for Engineers, Technicians, Operators, and Field Service Personnel

Operator courses plus there additional course titles:
         DVD ESD: Field Service
         DVD ESD: See It! Believe It! Control It!

Purchase: Individual DVDs in DVD format at $399.00
Promotion: Until August 15, 2007, Buy all 5 and save an extra $200.00
           After August 15: $1635.90
           Promotional price for all 5: $1435.50

5. Upcoming Releases in DVD video training: Lead-Free and LEAN courses

Lead-Free Rework training will release in July.
LEAN courses are planned for late summer release.

Plan your orders now. Please contact Evelyn to express your interest and to be notified as soon as they are available.

Are there other titles you would like to see in this DVD format? Email your request to eabell@automatedlearning.com.

6. Are you ready for the "Perfect Storm"? Attend workshop (with early-bird discount) or choose on-line training.

• The "Perfect Storm" Workshop is back. Travel to MA for CDM + Class 0 = "The Perfect ESD Storm" July 25 and 26th.
  Are you skeptical about this news of a Class 0 trend? Is it really happening? Is it likely to be a problem in your factory? How big a problem is CDM in manufacturing? What is different about CDM controls? How do I tailor S20.20 for CDM and Class 0?

New this year: Challenging class exercises have been added which help students understand ESD induction and the proper use of ESD auditing test equipment. The second issue of S20.20 will be reviewed and you will learn how to tailor it for "The Perfect Storm". Technological advances since last year’s workshop will also be presented.

• Action Plan:
  • Pre-study the theory through the LearnTech ® Class 0 on-line course.
  • Email or call ALC for more information on the workshop.
  • Note the early bird deadline is the end of June.
  • Travel to MA for The Perfect Storm Workshop.
  • Educate your workforce back in the plant with Class 0 on-line training.
  • Can’t make the workshop? On-line training is there for you.

7. ALC Development Office has moved.

Please change your address book if you are sending information or visiting the development office. We have moved from Terry Fox Drive to Herzberg Road . Visit our new offices at:

Automated Learning Corporation       PH  (613) 271-4414 
Product Development Centre 
232 Herzberg Road, Suite 202 
Kanata, Ontario
CANADA, K2M 2A1                

8. Need information? Have a question?  Here's how to contact us.        

Administration and Marketing Office
308 Sandhill Road
Kanata, ON
K2K 2V7

Phone: 613 599-9975
Toll Free: 866 264-8678
Fax: 613-271-0611

Do you have other suggestions to improve our newsletter?
Please direct any comments or requests to:

Evelyn Abell
VP, Marketing and Sales
Automated Learning Corporation
613 599-9975
eabell@automatedlearning.com
http://www.automatedlearning.com

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