treasureseeker
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I have done searches on here and the web and could use some help on which study tools to purchase. I have taken the Michigan state test but never any of the ASE.
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daveblank
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ASE has study guides on their website.
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treasureseeker
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Will that be enough. I don't have an Iphone
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treasureseeker
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How did it work out for you?
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jethro29
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i agree with danno, the motorage study books are in my opinion the best there is out there. good luck.
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treasureseeker
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oldtools mentioned the Iphone
HotRodKush
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I took a few tests a few years ago - take the online study tests, they're real questions from previous tests and will familiarize you with the style of questions asked.
My SIL had to take it for her autozone position(trainer). she passed it but had to study.
shampoop
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+1 the real key is getting familiar with the style of questions they will be asking you, and then just knowing the actual content. Knowing "why" and how the different parts/systems in a car interact seems to be much more important than numbers and specs.
It's not like highschool. Studying a lot a few days before the test won't do ****. You just need to know your stuff.
Test taking practice is allot of it (as seen in previous posts). I used Motor-Age books and they got me to Master Truck before the new electronic diesel tests came out. I let them lapse because i worked out of the field as a supervisor... Huge mistake. Good Luck!
nato
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We also use the somewhat DATED MotorAge books. Very informative.
I will add though, *sighs*, no matter what your study input is, there'll always be something on an ASE that'll be unfamiliar with. It's like their curse. I took my Electrical last fall and two of my co-workers who took it earlier in the spring said they're jamming a shitload of ABS circuit diagnostics into their test kits. They both attested to this and gave me some samples from what they could remember. So, I did a little more brush-up for clarification so I could be be prepared.....
Wow....my Electrical, THIS TIME AROUND, was probably 85% wiring schematics. Hardly any ABS material at all. I know they have to switch things up a little, but they should at least have some kind of mixed bag associated w/ previous tests, regardless if you already covered that material earlier in the year---they know damn well they're not going to repeat test material that close in time frame if [they] can help it!
Mitchell has practice tests on their site if your register to become a member. I did this hoping to see a plethora of odd and different type questions to test.
Yeah, right...I took auto trannies & engine performance just to see and I maybe had 1-2 DIFFERENT questions per round of 10-question tests...what a joke.
Just be smart about studying.
I used the motorage books as well. I didnt fail any of them. Ive been master certified for a while now, so I cant really tell you what their currently putting on the tests.
I surprised to still see anything regarding rebuilding parts. When was the last time anyone here rebuilt a gearbox, rack, alternator, starter, or wheel cylinder for a customer? You cant even get the parts anymore unless you are shopping online and even then a customer doesnt want to wait 1-2 weeks for parts to arrive.
Understanding the parts, how they work and interact with each other will get you through the tests. Cramming the night before will not.
Dont worry about specs, they give you all the info you need, you just need to decipher it and fill in the blanks
I surprised to still see anything regarding rebuilding parts. When was the last time anyone here rebuilt a gearbox, rack, alternator, starter, or wheel cylinder for a customer? You cant even get the parts anymore unless you are shopping online and even then a customer doesnt want to wait 1-2 weeks for parts to arrive.
Understanding the parts, how they work and interact with each other will get you through the tests. Cramming the night before will not.
Dont worry about specs, they give you all the info you need, you just need to decipher it and fill in the blanks
Do you ever have to re-certify with ASE? I'm wondering whether someone who took the front drums and carbs tests would still be a certified brake and fuel system specialist?
Does anyone have a link to some realistic practice tests you don't have to register for? I found some onetime that were fairly easy. I managed to pass 'em and my background is industrial. Just a self taught shadetree on automotive. I shouldn't be able to pass ASE tests!!!!
LawnDart79
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I've never personally used the Motor Age books, but have heard good things about them.
I have my ASE master, undercar specialist and L1 advanced engine performance certifications and all have been re-certified a couple of times, so I generally know what to expect from the tests.
I have my old college textbooks (from the mid-90s) that I usually glance through just to brush up on basics before the tests. Most of the knowledge I use to take the tests came from the hands-on experience from working in the industry.
Some of the test questions seem outdated to me, but maybe they are applicable to others in the automotive service industry.
I don't work in the automotive industry anymore, but still like to keep my certifications up-to-date.
I have my ASE master, undercar specialist and L1 advanced engine performance certifications and all have been re-certified a couple of times, so I generally know what to expect from the tests.
I have my old college textbooks (from the mid-90s) that I usually glance through just to brush up on basics before the tests. Most of the knowledge I use to take the tests came from the hands-on experience from working in the industry.
Some of the test questions seem outdated to me, but maybe they are applicable to others in the automotive service industry.
I don't work in the automotive industry anymore, but still like to keep my certifications up-to-date.
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Yes, every 5 years.
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I also had this question. Good thread. Looks like ill be ordering the motor age books soon. Iv always been afraid/nervous to take any ase test because i feel im not experienced enough to pass. I did make it through aviation school and those tests are no joke. I have about 5 years in an auto shop but no automotive schooling whatsoever. Something about everyone in the shop knowing you went to take the ase test and waiting to see if you failed or passed stops me. Not this year.
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i wouldnt worry what they think,i always heard ASE stands for "Ask Somebody Else" anyhow. so if they ask how you did you'll know what to say
uneasysunday
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If you are tentative about taking the ase tests, focus on one or two areas and study everything. I took and passed Brakes and Engine Performance while still in my technical program and I told others in my class when in doubt-take brakes. There really isn't that much to trip you up in the brakes test and the abs questions are not that hard ( I passed by 5 or 6 questions) and if you have 5 years in an autoshop you have like 100X the experience I got...seriously. I also found studying my textbook: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0131754777/?tag=atomicindus08-20 Helped out huge this book covers everything you can get from reading minus the hands on experience. So JUST GO FOR IT, you've got noting to lose except a few dollars and if you don't want to get a ribbing from your co-workers or are nervous of what they say if you don't pass don't tell them your taking the test and study on your own, just tell them when you pass
vc-onthepc
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The company I work for decided that ASE testing was now a way to promote within the company or to get in the door " what a joke" I absolutly agree with the comment before " ASE = ask somebody else" .Most of the ASE certified parts changers we got from this I wouldnt let fix a HAM SANDWICH for me. Im not bashing the qualified techs im talking about the guys who just passed brakes test as a way to get in the door who had been working at a drive through oil change establishment. anyway off the rant back to the post.
They provide Del-Mar study guides in my opinion are very basic they do a good job of discussing the correct terminoligy of the parts and give a basic overview of the way they interact with each other on the vehicle in our case a transit bus. You may have better luck with the other guides listed unless you dont have any experiance at all then these elementary based books might be just the ticket.
They provide Del-Mar study guides in my opinion are very basic they do a good job of discussing the correct terminoligy of the parts and give a basic overview of the way they interact with each other on the vehicle in our case a transit bus. You may have better luck with the other guides listed unless you dont have any experiance at all then these elementary based books might be just the ticket.
shampoop
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People that work in parts stores take part store ASE tests. Not mechanic ASE tests.
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treasureseeker
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I am considering the ASE test to help get an engineering tech job. I have a Bachelor in Mechanical engineering but in Michigan will never have a chance at a job nor did/do I feel like an engineer after graduating. My background is an auto mechanic than a prototype mechanic for Roush (somewhere between an engineering tech and mechanic). I am going to take the four ASE that relate the closes to the positions I am applying for. In the past Staffing agencies have talked me out of talking the ASE test but lately I see preference give to ASE applicants. I appreciate everyone’s post and will go with Motor.
wornoutoldman
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It's all about knowing how to take a test. For example since they are multiple choice answers read the question and rule out the obivious answers that don't fit this will likely leave you two choices. Narrow it down to the best answer. Answer questions that you know first then go back and finish those you are unsure of. Be careful since it is a scan tron type test to make sure you are filling in the answer in the correct circle if you are skipping questions. Review your answers (if you have time) but don't second guess yourself. Your first answer is most likely the correct one. Don't sweat it. If you actually repair cars for a living you will do fine.
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treasureseeker
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It has been a few years snice working on cars for a living but I am going to get back in.
hedjhawg
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The results take weeks to get, dont worry about everyone else
This is true for the paper tests, but not the CBT (Computer Based Testing). You will know before leaving the testing center whether you have passed.
ASE recently announced that it is changing testing partners and moving to all computer-based testing (CBT) in 2012 - "All computer-based testing" means that they will be doing away with the paper (scan-tron) tests.
I don't remember where I read it, but ASE's new "testing partner" is Pearson Vue, so tests will be given at you closest PV testing center - they proctor everything from Real Estate license exams to Insurance licensing exams...
Thats good to know, although I have no idea where the local PV test center is. I guess Ill find out in a few more years when I retest....maybe sooner if I start taking a few of the heavy line tests
uneasysunday
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Why would you knock entry level techs passing ASE brakes tests to "get in the door" when they are going to start off doing primarily brakes and less technical duties. Would you rather they come straight from jiffy lube without any proof of mechanical aptitude or understanding of different systems they will be working on? I think you need to get off your high horse and realize that people are not born with experience, experience is gained...
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treasureseeker
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I got the motor age books and passed both ASE test I took.
not-required
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I took engine repair and brakes and then engine repair test kicked my *** but the brakes was easy. I doesnt help that I didnt study...
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treasureseeker
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In just over a year I am down to just the “A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles” left . I found the HVAC and automatic transmission the hardest with using the motor age guide to study from.
greasemonkey44
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i took the a/c one last week; was insanely easy
where i am in the south; most places are about experience working in a shop or factory training
im glad the motorage books worked for you, i might have to look them up just to broaden my horizons
where i am in the south; most places are about experience working in a shop or factory training
im glad the motorage books worked for you, i might have to look them up just to broaden my horizons
Schurkey
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I bought a Delmar study guide to the L1 test; I was very disappointed in it.
The questions were worded poorly, ambiguous, and sometimes has wrong answers. (as best I could tell...)
I did pass the ASE L1 test, though.
I would NOT recommend the Delmar study guides based on what I saw in the L1 book.
The questions were worded poorly, ambiguous, and sometimes has wrong answers. (as best I could tell...)
I did pass the ASE L1 test, though.
I would NOT recommend the Delmar study guides based on what I saw in the L1 book.
Congrats- I told ya those guides would work.
If you made it through the auto trans, the manual trans shouldn't give you any troubles.
When do you plan to take the L1?
I just found I have to recert for coolant/ brakes this year. I thought I had one more...ughhh. Might just retake them all, but then again my employer is paying the bill and Im certainly not getting any raise for re-certing so I might just drag them out as they expire.
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some online sample test question freebies... take them for what they are worth
http://freeasestudyguides.com/
http://www.autoshop101.com/ (automotive electrical)
http://www.bergwall.com/how-to-become-a-mechanic/ase-test-prep/engine-repair-ase-practice-test/ (15 day free preview - he has a good site with videos etc)
http://freeasestudyguides.com/
http://www.autoshop101.com/ (automotive electrical)
http://www.bergwall.com/how-to-become-a-mechanic/ase-test-prep/engine-repair-ase-practice-test/ (15 day free preview - he has a good site with videos etc)