Respondus LockDown Browser System Compatibility and Installation

Jim Stover November 4, 2024 No Comments

The Respondus LockDown Browser, which is required when administering exams via the new Test Platform & Process (TPP), has the following system compatibilities (current 11/4/2024):

PC: Windows 10 and 11. Excluding S Mode and SE versions.

Mac:  macOS 10.5 or newer.

Chromebook: Current version and any currently supported Long Term Support (LTS) versions. NOTE: The LockDown Browser CANNOT be installed in Guest Mode, as extensions are not supported.

iPad:  iPadOS 12.0 or newer.

NOTE: iPhone (iOS), Android (phone or tablet), and Linux OS are not supported by Respondus.

For Training Centers utilizing IT managed computers, please review the article Installing Respondus LockDown Browser in a Managed Environment in LMS User Resources.

All other Training Centers should instruct students to install the LockDown Browser through the link in the LMS Lesson Exam section.

LMS Quiz Error Issue – June 12, 2024 (8:50 am – 10:57 am Eastern)

Danielle Filippone June 12, 2024 No Comments

At 8:50 am Eastern on 6/12/2024 we were alerted about an issue with the Learning Management System affecting quizzes in the Tech Math – CML and Construction Drawings – CML courses. The development teams were able to pinpoint the cause and resolved the issue at 10:57 am. 

So… what happened?

Tech Math – CML and Construction Drawings – CML both use questions that generate random variables that make each quiz and quiz attempt unique. When a student (or instructor) attempts a quiz, the system pulls the random variables needed for those question types. This morning, the number of concurrent random variable requests hit the limit that prevents overloading servers.

So… what did we do?

Because our LMS servers can automatically scale up and down as needed, the team was able to disable this parameter and the random variable function for these quizzes was restored.

We apologize for any interruptions and frustration caused by this incident. We will continue to monitor the LMS for issues, learn from incidents like this, and strive to deliver an online learning environment that performs flawlessly for your students and programs.

The 2024-25 electrical training ALLIANCE Training Essentials Catalog is Ready to View

Greg Greiner April 24, 2024 No Comments

Let the planning begin for the next school year!

The 2024-25 electrical training ALLIANCE Essentials Catalog has been sent to print and is available by clicking here for Inside Wiremen and Linemen.

You may also access and download the catalog by logging in to the member’s area of the site and locating the downloads in the resources area.

If your are looking for what’s new and coming be sure to check out the front pages of the catalog to see all of the updates!

Prices and content will be effective July 1, 2024.

While the teams are diligently working to wrap up all details for the content for this upcoming year, some of the courses that are noted in the catalog are not quite ready for use.  All courses listed though are expected to be ready for use for this calendar school year.  As these courses become available, we will announce them here and/or in newsletters.

Thanks for reading!

Significant Code Changes to the NEC 2023 – CML

Danielle Filippone January 10, 2024 No Comments

Significant Code Changes to the NEC 2023 – CML 

We are very excited to announce the rollout of an online Significant Code Changes to the 2023 NEC course and communicate how this course can further support the needs of the industry. You will now find this course available to programs within the etA bookstore. Stay tuned for future courses like this as they also become available on the SkillsPrep.org website. Read on to learn more about this new offering!

Course Layout

The Significant Code Changes to the 2023 NEC course is an asynchronous course and contains the most significant revisions and new requirements associated with the 2023 NFPA 70 NEC. The course has seven topics that each cover Code articles and their associated changes, along with a course completion certificate.

All training and reference material is contained within the course itself, but it is highly recommended to purchase the Significant Changes to the NEC 2023 textbook or e-Book that follows closely to the course and can provide the user with the information in a single-page format. Access to all materials is dependent upon an active internet connection and access to the LMS.

Each module within the course is presented with narrated instructions, followed by interactive knowledge checks on the Code-related changes of the associated article. You will need to achieve an overall score of 80% or higher to pass the module and continue through the course.

You can reattempt incorrect questions as many times as needed to obtain a passing score. Once a passing score is obtained, you will continue onto another module.

This course is designed to be completed within 60 days, even though your access will be determined through your training center. This is due, in part, to the ability for you to access the NEC language via the NFPA’s LiNK software. This access will last for only 60 days, so plan accordingly!

After completing all of the course modules, you will gain access to the course assessment quiz, which you will be required to pass with a score of 75%. A single score of 75% or greater will unlock the course survey and completion certificate.

 

Want to learn more about the basic structure of the course and see how it works? Check out this Course Directions Video that will give you a look at what is offered.

Still have questions?

Please read through the answers to the FAQs to see if we already have an answer for you.

If after you have read the FAQs doc and you have further questions, please contact Steve Strickland, your friendly customer service advisor, at 1.888.652.4007, or via email sstrickland@electricaltrainingalliance.org

Thanks for Reading!

Tech Math Announcement

Danielle Filippone December 13, 2023 No Comments

The new home for the Tech Math course is https://www.skillsprep.org.

SkillsPrep.org is a site that allows you to send your applicants or students directly to purchase access to the Tech Math course. This is the same course available on the PTSI LMS and is a good primer for pre-apprentices to experience the system and other electrical industry courses.

Please read on to learn more about the new location for Tech Math and the skillsprep.org website. (more…)

Recent CML Course Updates

Greg Greiner June 5, 2023 No Comments

What happened, when did it happen, and why did it happen? Those are questions that may be wondered when reviewing new or updated electrical training ALLIANCE content. The following message shares some of the most significant updates made to the 1st-year CML courses, including a new CML course that just rolled out. Below are links to the webinar sessions that will be held to discuss and answer any questions you may have on this new course.

The courses that saw updates over the last few months are: (more…)

Big Changes are Coming in 2023 at the electrical training ALLIANCE

Tonya Strickland January 6, 2023 No Comments

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…)