MODAPTS Spring 2023 Training Conference

MODAPTS Certification Training 

Mon. - Wed. 4/24 - 4/26 8:30 - 4:30

Thurs. 4/27 8:30 - 12:00 (Testing)

Designed to review and provide added information on MODAPTS coding that beginning users of the system have often misapplied and misunderstood.  Content and presentation is defined by the class.

Mon.  4/24  8:30 - 4:30

Designed to provide examples and guidance on the creation of Data Blocks. Data Blocks use one code to describe a series of MODAPTS actions which occur together frequently. They save recording time and encourage consistency.

Mon. 4/24 8:30 - 4:30

Tues. 4/25 8:30 - 12:00

Designed to go beyond the basics of setting engineered labor standards covered in Conducting Studies.

Mon. 4/24 8:30 - 4:30

Tues. 4/25 8:30 - 12:00

The Master Black Belt training program is a platform giving Black Belt Practitioners an opportunity to advance their skills in the use and understanding of MODAPTS®.  The core objectives involve reviewing relevant research, conducting relevant research, participating in peer reviews of student research, developing advanced uses of MODAPTS®, publishing findings, and developing better tools used for conducting studies.  16 credits are required for Level 1 certification with one credit awarded for every half day of training and for peer reviewed research.

Mon. 4/24 - Wed. 4/26 8:30 - 4:30

Developed using the original MODAPTS® nomenclature such as M, G, & P and is meant for specific use in handling of large and/or heavy objects.

Tues. 4/25 1:00 - 4:30

A collection of data blocks developed using MODAPTS coding that can be applied to most clerical functions and operations. 

Tues. 4/25 1:00 - 4:30

Designed to provide information on how to conduct a study. Basic work study techniques and guidelines for recording and measurement using both MODAPTS and Stopwatch methodologies. 

Wed. 4/26 8:30 - 4:30

Designed to understand how the MODAPTS® system allows us to integrate the key outcomes of ergonomics into the production process. Here some of the more fundamental aspects of ergonomics will be covered and their effect on MODAPTS® analysis and coding. 

Wed. 4/26 8:30 - 4:30

 A round table discussion led by Black Belt Practitioners working in the automotive industry. 

Thur. 4/27 8:30 - 12:00