Would You like to become a License Smog Tech Inspector?


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 Level 1 Study Guide - Engine Fundamentals at the bottom of this page


Smog Tech Inspector Training

There are certain requirement's to become a smog inspector. But the requirements have gotten easier compare to pass years. 


Former Students: Ash Bruce and Doris Ceja License Smog Technicians

For one, there is no experience necessary, you can come from retail selling shoes, flipping burgers a stay a home parent and one day you decide to become a smog Inspector, in my class it's possible.  

Smog-Inspector-Training is course for anyone has no experience but for the person who is interested in starting a business or a new career. 


Smog Tech Inspector Training

Let's go over the Requirements to becoming a License Smog Inspector. 


Smog Tech Inspector Training Option: 1

You must take an Engine and Emissions Control Fundamental Class for a minimum of 68hrs.  The hours may vary depending on the schools semester or term but you must complete at least 68hrs.  



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You must take an Engine and Emissions Control Fundamental Class for a minimum of 68hrs.  The hours may vary depending on the schools semester or term but you must complete at least 68hrs.  

There will be a final examination / test that you will need to pass with score  70% or higher. 



Cathy and Ricardo: former students and now Husband and wife also license smog techs

Once you have accomplish this you are half way through, congratulations. 

Now you will now need to take Level 2. 

Level 2 Smog Inspector training consist of understanding the Smog Inspection Laws and Regulations. 

At the completion of this course will also need to pass a final examination. This course consist of a minimum of 28hrs. Again the time may vary base on the semester or term. 



Smog Tech Inspector Training

Danny Former Student: Now shop owner and Inspector

Once you PASS both courses you will submit your application and fee to the B.A.R Licensing Unit.  Once approved you will take the State Licensing Examination.

 
This will be a computer-based examination provided by a State contracted vendor with the nearest location near your home.   

Once YOU PASS the Smog Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station
throughout California.   

Congratulations YOU are now a License Smog Inspector !!


Smog Tech Inspector Training


Here at Abram Friedman you can get level 1 and 2 in the same course for a very cheap/reasonable price.


Smog Tech Inspector Training class material: 

  • Smog Check Binder Set $55.00 
  • Level 1 Smog Inspector Training Manual $150.00 
  • Level 1 Test $75.00 
  • Level 2 Test $75.00  

  • Class Registration for level 1 and level 2 each with I.D. $120.00 

Why pay $1,500.00 - $2,000.00 Dollars? 



Smog Tech Inspector Training

Former Students: License Inspectors

Smog Tech Inspector Training Location: 

My name is Nate Davis and I'm the license B.A.R. Smog certified Instructor here at Abram Friedman Occupational Center. 

You can find the school at 1646 S Olive St. Los Angeles Ca. 90015 

The school's phone number is 1213-765-2400  

Our class is a little different from most schools we will perform an actual smog inspections (if available) or you will get to practice performing a smog inspection during the class  

Dyno and the New OIS equipment! 



Smog Tech Inspector Training

Former Students now License Inspectors

Smog Tech Inspector License Training Option: 2 

Now if you have the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certifications you can actually bypass level 1 and go straight to level 2.      

Now you only need a minimum of 28hrs, complete the course, pass the examination and submit the application and fee to the State Licensing Department.  

Once approved you will take the State Licensing Examination. 

Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.



Smog Tech Inspector Training

Former Student: Jerry License Test and Repair Technician 

Smog Tech Inspector Training Option: 3 

Option 3 is if you have the AA/AS degree in Automotive Technology and have 1 YEAR experience in the engine performance area. 

You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing Level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit. 

Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination. 

Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.  



Smog Tech Inspector Training Option: 4 

If you have a certificate in automotive technology with a min. Of 720 hrs. OF course work that includes a minimum of 280 hours in engine performance area and 1 YEAR experience in the engine performance area.  

You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit. 

Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination. 

Once YOU PASS the Inspector State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.  



Smog Tech Inspector Training Option: 5 

You can also bypass level 1 go straight through to the level 2 class. 

You can also go straight to the level 2 course bypassing level 1. After passing the course submit the application and test fees to the BAR licensing Unit. 

Once approved YOU will qualify for the computer base examination for the State Licensing Examination. 

Once YOU PASS the Smog  State Licensing Examination you may inspect vehicles subject to Smog Check at a licensed Smog Check Station throughout California.  


Smog Tech Inspector Training

Contact Information

This page should have answer any questions you may have had if you looking to get a Smog License Class. 

But, if you still have questions you can contact me on facebook, twitter and Google Plus: 

natesmoggdogg@sbcglobal.net 

 Again, the school location is in Down Town Los Angeles 

Abram Friedman Occupational Center  

1646 S Olive St. Los Angeles Ca. 90015 



Smog Tech Inspector Training


If you look over to the right column you will see the class hours.  

 Remember other schools are charging FOUR - FIVE times the price and some of them are doing less training.  

 WHY PAY MORE FOR LESS!! 



Nate Davis License Instructor ASE A6, A8, L1 and L3 Certified over 20 years experience in engine performance and Drivability and teaching.  

Smog Technician since 1986 


Smog Tech Inspector Training

Important Links

Smog Inspector Application: 

Application for Smog License

Station Application: 

Application for Smog Station

School Website: 

AFOC



Smog Technician Training: Level 1 Study Guide - Engine Fundamentals


1.) Automotive Engine Fundamentals

1a) Engine Fundamentals 

2.) Automotive Air Intake System

3.) Automotive Spark Control Components

4.) Automotive Emission Components 

5.) Automotive Coolant System 

 



Additional Links 



Important Links for Level 2 State Exam

The links that are listed below will help you with my class examination and in my opinion, the BAR Training smog examination.

Each link below will refer you to a page that has at least one test question. These same links can be seen in the Smog check Reference manuals or the Smog Check Manual which I recommend for you to read. 


Smog Tech Inspector Training Links for Free Pre Test Examination


After Market Catalytic Converter

BAR SMOG ASM Test

Automotive Abbreviations

BAR Smog Smoke Test

BAR Smog Visual Inspection

BAR Smoke Test Procedure

California Aftermarket Parts Regulation

California Diesel Regulations

California Smog Law

Consumer Assistance Program



Smog Tech Inspector Training Links for Examination 


Emission Control Label missing 

Emission Control Label

Estimate write it write

Military Exemption Vehicle

OBD II Readiness Failures

Smog Check Aborts

Smog Check Executive Order

Smog Check Exempt Vehicles 

Smog Check Exhaust Dilution

Smog Check Fuel Leaks

Smog Check Ignition Timing



Smog Tech Inspector Training Links for Examination 


Smog Check Inspection

Smog Check OBD II Test

Smog Check Pre-inspection

Smog Check Reference Guide

Smog Check Reference Label

Smog Check Restrictions

Smog Check Starting Conditions

Smog Check Training

Smog Class Direct Vehicles

Smog Class Fleet Vehicles



Smog Tech Inspector Training Links for Examination 


Smog Direct Vehicles

Smog Inspection Safety

Smog Referee Station

Smog School Equipment Maintenance

Smog Station Responsibility to customer

Smog Technician Training Cost Waivers

Smog Technician Vehicle Identification

Smog Technician Training Vehicle Warranties

Smog check engine Light

Smog check Functional Test


Smog Tech Inspector Training Links for Examination 


Smog Check Rejected Vehicles

Smog Check Unusual Circumstances

Smog Check Visible Smoke Test

Star Smog Station

Transfer of Ownership

Two Speed Smog Inspection

Vehicle Identification


Emission Control 1:

B.A.R. Smog Check

Inspector Level 1

(Inspector "Smog" License):

Engine Fundamentals  

8am - 12:15 pm 

Summer Class

7/5/2022 -8/5/2022

Class # 799065


Emission Control 2:

B.A.R. Smog Check

Inspector Level 2

(Inspector "Smog" License):

Rules and Regulations

8am - 12:15 pm

Summer Classes

7/5/2022 - 8/5/2022

Class # 799067


Engine Performance 1:

 8am - 12: 15 pm

Date: TBD

Class # 799069


Engine Performance 2:

B.A.R. Specified Diagnostic

and Repair Training

(Repair "Smog" License)

Time: TBD 

Date: TBD 

Class # 799071


Emission Control 1

(Inspector "Smog" License):

5:00pm - 8:45 pm

Date: TBD

Class # 799065


Emission Control 2: 

(Inspector "Smog" License):

5:00pm - 8:45 pm

Date: TBD

Class # 799065


Exhaust Emissions (Update Class):

5:30 pm - 8:45 pm 

Tuesday nights: 

Dates: coming soon 

Class # 796070