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unreality 
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Posted: January 04, 2006 at 2:19 AM / IP Logged  

I'm hoping to attend Mobile Dynamics Toronto Campus late this year, but I was wondering if any employers could give me real info on what they are looking for in install techs and basic fabricators, such as does schooling *really* pay off? Does a silver MECP certificate really put me on the top of the resume stack?

As well, any currently employed by this industry, if you could drop any info on what helped you out, that' be great.

I'm not looking at getting rich, I'm just looking for a job, possibly carrer, in which I would enjoy getting cheques which force me to save for a happy meal. I enjoy this industry, and although I'm new and quite 'wet behind the ears' I can see this being being much better and more enjoyable work. Plus learning is fun. I made my first f/g speaker enclouser the other day without really making sure I had a good base knowledge [I thought I did...] so, it turned out horrid, but it took a baseball bat, two sizes of crowbars and some "Rammstine" to put it out of it misery. [it was strong, but ugly]

Thanks to all for any help,

Craig McKee

sparkie 
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Posted: January 04, 2006 at 2:04 PM / IP Logged  
Mobile Dynamics is a good school with knowledgable instructors. No amount of education can substitute for experience. Unfortunatlately, few shops will hire someone without experience as hands on training takes lots of time. Employers are looking for people who show a keen interest in the profession, have a knack for working on vehicles, learn quickly,has their own tools, is responsible, and knows which end of a screwdriver to use. The more knowledge you can accumulate the better. Pratical hands on experience is very helpful. An MECP certificate unfortunately doesn't mean a whole lot in parts of Canada. In Ontario, you must be licensed to work on vehicles. There is an apprenticeship program that requires you have 4,000 hours of hands on work, plus education to write the exam. Good Luck. Most importantly, don't think any question is too dumb to ask. It's all about your will to learn new things.
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10nesne1 
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Posted: January 05, 2006 at 10:32 AM / IP Logged  
You should ask around in your area. Ask all those employers if they will hire you as an apprentice before you spend the money at Mobile Dynamics. If they do then make sure you will get a reference letter from them. With the reference letter not only you will get a job from this employer or you can go to your local HRDC (EI) office. HRDC might fund you some percentage of your course and living expense at Mobile Dynamics. Few years ago, I have an installer living a Northern BC. Took a course at Moblie Dynamics and went to EI office for help.
Good Luck..
stang351w 
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Posted: January 05, 2006 at 8:00 PM / IP Logged  
MD also has a great staff that will help you get jobs onces your done....weither best buy or a smaller custom shop, depends on the work you do and your marks, i went there in the summer of 2004, i graduated 5th in my class and had a great time there if i stayed up in toronto i would have walked into a job, but i was promised a job here in yarmouth at a local shop but they backed down once i flew back here to fill the job...so i started my own Any advice from Canadians? -- posted image.  and doing pretty good with some good names, JBL, infinity, memphis audio, blaupunkt, DD audio, and ultimate (for those who only wanna spend $70 per sub)  so the sky's the limit, all depends on how much you plan on putting into it depends on where you end up
Tri County KustomZ
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unreality 
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Posted: January 06, 2006 at 2:06 PM / IP Logged  
Another question popped into my head, if I go to Syntech, a United States organization, will it be as recognized/applicable in Canada for employment purposes?
hrickus 
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Posted: February 13, 2006 at 10:39 PM / IP Logged  
try to get a part time spot to start in a local Best Buy.They are always growing and hiring new people. Plus they also have a arrangement with mobile dynamics which can get your basic M.E.C.P papers for no charge
john ogrady 
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Posted: March 10, 2006 at 8:34 PM / IP Logged  
Just to inform you that to install remote car starters and alarms in Ontario Canada you have got to be licensed.This either a Automotive Technician - 310S or have a Automotive Electronic Accessory Licence.This  came into effect a few years ago.I am glad this happened I saw a lot of wild installs over the years.

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