The electrical training ALLIANCE will release a new eBook platform Thursday, March 2, 2023, to replace our existing system. eBook access will be unavailable on March 2nd from midnight – 6:00 a.m. ET during the migration. The details below tell why this is being done and what it means for current eBook users and Training Directors. (more…)
Big Changes are Coming in 2023 at the electrical training ALLIANCE
Demystifying Computer-Mediated Learning and the ProTech Skills Institute
Unraveling the possible mystery of computer-mediated learning and the function of the ProTech Skills Institute has been something the electrical training ALLIANCE (etA) has been working on for close to a year now. The etA has been holding training that benefits every role held at a JATC/AJATC. Demystifying Computer-Mediated Learning and the ProTech Skills Institute training addresses (more…)
Calling All Instructors! NEW NTI Technical Course
CALLING ALL INSTRUCTORS!
Are you looking for Online Learning Management System & Computer-Mediated Learning Training?
This is the Technical Course for You – Click the link to Register NOW for:
T119: Using the New PTSI LMS Features to Create an Active Learning Environment
Curriculum Updates in the PTSI Online Learning System
The electrical training ALLIANCE will update the PTSI Online Learning System curriculum. This will occur between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. Eastern on Friday, July 1. We have several exciting features being implemented and want to inform you in advance due to the potential impact on non-completed student progress. (more…)
Can You Train Virtually? We Think So!!
The electrical training ALLIANCE is excited to launch the first of its kind lesson using virtual reality. (more…)
PTSI Online Learning System and Training Management System Maintenance
**IMPORTANT FRIENDLY REMINDER**
Upgrades Occurring This Weekend
The PTSI Online Learning System (OLS) and the Training Management System (TMS) will be undergoing system performance, security, and maintenance upgrades. Please avoid using the OLS and the TMS this weekend.
The Construction Drawings Textbook and Associated Course are Ready for Use
This next-generation course is designed to make print-reading skills more in line with current 
technologies. This new course replaces the existing Blueprint Reading for Electricians Textbook and its associated course. The electrical training ALLIANCE recommends that the online eBook reference be the primary source for students in place of the printed textbook. This online textbook is available on several platforms, including the web and Android and Apple apps. Each platform has its own requirements and compatibilities, but the web-based version is currently the most stable. 
The eBook enables students to have the best experience viewing large prints and detailed drawings. Although you can view large prints and detailed illustrations on a smaller device, more screen real estate is helpful in many cases. (more…)
Hey LMS Support Team, What Do You Work On Most?
Two bits, four bits, six bits a dollar! All for the support team, stand up and holler!!
Each week the support team handles tickets submitted to the LMS Help System. Upon reviewing the trends we found it interesting what comes up as consistent and common submissions and wanted to share.
The top issues are….
- Login Issues
- Preparing for Leadership quiz navigation questions
- Printable Study Guide questions
- Students or instructors submitting errata to the Support Team
Electric Vehicle Charging Systems-17, 2nd Ed.
On January 1, 2022, the electrical training ALLIANCE released the 2nd edition EVCS-17 course. Based on the 2017 NEC, this course includes an updated presentation style to allow more flexibility (more…)
Training Partner New Product Symposium Update
We are happy to announce that on January 31, 2022, you will see a new edition of the Training
Partner New Product Symposium course in the PTSI Online Learning System (OLS). As we continue to work with existing and new Training Partners to support our JATCs, it became necessary to update the course. We have cleaned up and updated the Training Partner pages to make it easier and more efficient to access the information you need. (more…)