Course Completion Deadline

This is a Semester 1 course, it must be completed by April 30th, 2025. Failure to complete the course by this date will result in the loss of all course progress and may be subject to additional re-registration fees.

Course Schedule

This is a self-paced online course. Participants will work through each module individually at their own speed. You will have access to the course 24 hours a day 7 days a week so you can learn when and where you want.

The course, activities, and tests take approx. 30 hrs to complete. You will have access to the course until the end of April.

Lesson content is presented as text and videos. There are also interactive activities. There is no interaction with a live instructor. You can contact the instructors by email if you have any questions.

Particpants will receive an enrollment email within 48 hrs of registering. Please check your junk mail if you do not see it. If this is your first online course with good roads, you will also get a new user email. Please use the link in the new user email to set your password.

Note: Online courses take place on our education website not our main website. The websites do not share the same usernames and passwords.

Course Description

Using the concepts, procedures, and methods identified in the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual (OSIM) you will:
• Identify the type and severity of material defects,
• Assess and rate the condition of a variety of bridge elements, and
• Report your findings using the OSIM forms.

Course Content

• Types of Bridges
• Bridge Elements
• Materials focusing on concrete, steel, and asphalt.
• Material defects
• Procedures for conducting and documenting a detailed visual inspection using OSIM, including identification of material defects, material condition, defect severity levels, and performance deficiencies.
• Inspection Safety

Who Should Attend?

Government employees, consultants, and contractors involved in the detailed visual inspections of bridges, or individuals who need to gain an understanding of OSIM reports.

Recommendations

A basic understanding of bridge types and bridge elements.

Evaluation Process

Pre-course evaluation, case studies, activities, and open-book knowledge evaluation.

Course Completion Deadline

This is a Semester 1 course, it must be completed by April 30th, 2025. Failure to complete the course by this date will result in the loss of all course progress and may be subject to additional re-registration fees.

Course Schedule

This is a self-paced online course. Participants will work through each module individually at their own speed. You will have access to the course 24 hours a day 7 days a week so you can learn when and where you want.

The course, activities, and tests take approx. 20 hrs to complete. You will have access to the course until the end of April.

Lesson content is presented as text and videos. There are also interactive activities. There is no interaction with a live instructor. You can contact the instructors by email if you have any questions.

Participants will receive an enrollment email within 48 hrs of registering. Please check your junk mail if you do not see it. If this is your first online course with good roads, you will also get a new user email. Please use the link in the new user email to set your password.

Note: Online courses take place on our education website not our main website. The websites do not share the same usernames and passwords.

Course Description

This course was designed to prepare you for a role in management and will look at many aspects of being a manager. Our hope is that this material will provide you with a foundation to build on as you proceed in your career in management.

Course Content

• Fundamentals of Management
• Effective Communication
• Emotional Intelligence
• Managing the Intergenerational Workforce
• Performance Management
• Organizational Structure & Culture
• Conflict Management
• Work and Personal Life Balance
• Working in Teams

Who Should Attend?

Municipal supervisors and managers, and future supervisors.

Evaluation Process

There are 9 modules in this course. You will have an assessment after module 3, 6, and 9. Each assessment is worth 33% of the final grade. A final grade of 65% or higher is required to pass this course.

Accreditation

This course is recognized by:

• This course or Managing Human Resources is a mandatory requirement for the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) Certified Road Supervisors – Intermediate level (CRS-I) certification program.
• This course may be used for the technical specialist program only. Point Value = 5
• The Engineering Institute of Canada awards 2 Continuing Education Units to this course.

Course Completion Deadline

This is a Semester 1 course, it must be completed by April 30th, 2025. Failure to complete the course by this date will result in the loss of all course progress and may be subject to additional re-registration fees.

Course Schedule

This is a self-paced online course. Participants will work through each module individually at their own speed. You will have access to the course 24 hours a day 7 days a week so you can learn when and where you want.

The course, activities, and tests take approx. 20 hrs to complete. You will have access to the course until the end of April.

Lesson content is presented as text and videos. There are also interactive activities. There is no interaction with a live instructor. You can contact the instructors by email if you have any questions.

Participants will receive an enrollment email within 48 hrs of registering. Please check your junk mail if you do not see it. If this is your first online course with good roads, you will also get a new user email. Please use the link in the new user email to set your password.

Note: Online courses take place on our education website not our main website. The websites do not share the same usernames and passwords.

Course Description

Offers practical experience in using Ontario Traffic Manuals 5, 6 & 11. You will learn, through participation in group activities how signs and lines assist drivers as they travel from their point of origin to their destination. You will return to your municipality with an understanding of how these manuals work together plus a list of best practices to help minimize risk and defend the municipality in an insurance claim.

Course Content

• Principles of Positive Guidance
• Influencing driver safety
• Sign manufacturing & Three Speed Triangle
• Best practices for ordering road signs
• MMS Requirements for Signs
• Retroreflectivity & Reflective Sheeting
• Sign Management Program
• Regulatory Signs (OTM 5)
• Warning Signs (OTM 6)
• Pavement, Hazard and Delineation Markings (OTM 11)
• Collision investigations

Who Should Attend?

Decision makers and individuals responsible for the selection and placement of regulatory signs, warning signs, and the pavement, hazard and delineation markings.

Course Description

Throughout this course, we will break down the basics of road construction. equip you with the knowledge needed to understand how we design roads to withstand the challenges of our unique climate.

We will also dive into the world of contracts and legal responsibilities in road projects. Understanding how to manage these aspects of road construction is crucial for successful projects. By the end of the course, you will have built a baseline skill set to help you navigate the different components of road infrastructure projects.

Course Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Explain the fundamental components of flexible pavements for design and application.
2. Describe the foundational construction material techniques and properties to place, finish, and cure concrete across applicable applications.
3. Describe the concepts of design criteria in construction, preparation practices, and materials used for urban and rural road design in Ontario’s climate environment.
4. Describe utility maintenance for roads and sidewalks when dealing with new installations and relocations.
5. Describe proper contract management techniques and basic legal responsibilities around roads, occupational health and safety and the environment.

Course Content

• Pre-Construction Requirements
• Introduction to Road Design
• Introduction to Soils & Pavement Structure
• Frost Action & Transition Treatment
• Road Construction
• Asphalt Pavement Construction
• Concrete Construction
• Introduction to Utilities
• Active Transportation
• Traffic Control
• Introduction to Municipal Laws & Standards
• Public Access to Highways
• Contract Management & Environmental Law
• Occupational Health & Safety
• Occupiers Liability & Trespass to Property Act
• Utilities in Road Allowance & Other Users

Online Course Schedule

This self-paced online course offers flexibility, allowing you to progress through each module at your own pace. With 24/7 access, you can tailor your learning schedule to suit your preferences and location.

This course will take approx. 20 hours to complete. The course content will be available to you from January 6 to April 30, 2025, providing ample time for comprehensive learning and review.

Online Course Structure

This online course features a structured format comprising lesson content delivered through text and instructional videos, complemented by interactive activities and a downloadable PDF copy of a student workbook. While there is no real-time interaction with an instructor, participants have the option to reach out via email for any questions or clarifications.

Enrollment emails will be released at the start of the semester. For those registering after this date, enrollment emails will be sent within 48 hours. Participants are advised to check their junk mail folder if the email does not appear in their inbox.

Online Course Location

Online courses take place on the Good Roads education website hosted through D2L Brightspace.

If you have never taken a Good Roads online course. you will be sent a username and link to set your password. This will not be the same username and password that you use on the main Good Roads website.

Who Should Attend

Public works employees involved in road construction and/or maintenance.

Accreditation

• The T.J. Mahony completion certificate is one of the options for the AORS Certified Road Supervisors Certification program, contact AORS for additional details.
• Must take both construction and maintenance to obtain 10 points credit in the technical specialist program.
• The Engineering Institute of Canada awards 2 Continuing Education Units to this course

Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of municipal road maintenance, focusing on best practices for ensuring safe, efficient, and well-maintained infrastructure. Participants will learn to identify and address road surface defects, inspect and maintain drainage structures, and apply effective roadside maintenance techniques. The course covers essential procedures for traffic sign and road marking upkeep, road maintenance equipment management, and the roles of local government officials.

Additionally, learners will explore Minimum Maintenance Standards, legal and procedural requirements for infrastructure projects, and key environmental and safety regulations governing municipal operations.

Course Learning Objectives

1. Describe how to identify and address road surface defects.
2. Explain the importance of inspecting and maintaining drainage structures.
3. Identify elements and methods for effective roadside maintenance.
4. Describe key components, maintenance, inventory, and automated systems for road maintenance equipment.
5. Describe roles and responsibilities of local government officials in municipal road maintenance.
6. Explain Minimum Maintenance Standards for road and winter maintenance.
7. Explain the legal and procedural requirements for various municipal infrastructure projects.

Course Content

• Road Surface Maintenance
• Municipal Act
• Road Law 101
• Drainage Structures & Bridge Maintenance
• Drainage
• Spills Environmental Protection Act
• Roadside Maintenance
• Trees
• Mail Receptacles on Road Allowances
• Railway-Highway Crossings
• Introduction to Winter Maintenance
• Winter Minimum Maintenance Standards
• Signs, Road Markings & Illumination
• Traffic & Parking By-Laws
• Equipment Operations Housing
• Customer Care
• Ethical Behaviour of Municipal Officials
• The Road Superintendent as a Witness
• What to Do When the Inspector Shows Up

Online Course Schedule

This self-paced online course offers flexibility, allowing you to progress through each module at your own pace. With 24/7 access, you can tailor your learning schedule to suit your preferences and location.

This course will take approx. 20 hours to complete. The course content will be available to you from May 12th to August 31st, 2025, providing ample time for comprehensive learning and review.

Online Course Structure

This online course features a structured format comprising lesson content delivered through text and instructional videos, complemented by interactive activities and a downloadable PDF copy of a student workbook. While there is no real-time interaction with an instructor, participants have the option to reach out via email for any questions or clarifications.

Enrollment emails will be released at the start of the semester. For those registering after this date, enrollment emails will be sent within 48 hours. Participants are advised to check their junk mail folder if the email does not appear in their inbox.

Online Course Location

Online courses take place on the Good Roads education website hosted through D2L Brightspace.

If you have never taken a Good Roads online course. you will be sent a username and link to set your password. This will not be the same username and password that you use on the main Good Roads website.

Who Should Attend

Public works employees involved in road construction and/or maintenance.

Accreditation

• The T.J. Mahony completion certificate is one of the options for the AORS Certified Road Supervisors Certification program, contact AORS for additional details.
• Must take both construction and maintenance to obtain 10 points credit in the technical specialist program.
• The Engineering Institute of Canada awards 2 Continuing Education Units to this course

Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the latest winter maintenance practices, equipment and materials. It has been designed to complement the training requirements for salt management plans.

Course Learning Objectives

1. Recognize weather patterns and forecasting.
2. Comprehend Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS).
3. Describe winter operations techniques.
4. Explain safety in winter operations.
5. Identify pre and post-season activities.

Course Content

• Environmental Impacts
• Weather
• Minimum Maintenance Standards
• Winter Operations Safety
• Hours of Service
• Pre and Post-Season Preparation
• Pre-Season Operations
• Snow & Ice Control: Management
• Snow & Ice Control: Materials
• Material Handling & Storage
• Plowing Techniques & Patrol Examples
• Snow Removal
• GPS/AVL
• Record Keeping & Legal Terms

Online Course Schedule

This self-paced online course offers flexibility, allowing you to progress through each module at your own pace. With 24/7 access, you can tailor your learning schedule to suit your preferences and location.

This course will take up to 20 hours to complete. The course content will be available to you from November 4th, 2024 to April 31st, 2025, providing ample time for comprehensive learning and review.

Online Course Structure

This online course features a structured format comprising lesson content delivered through text and instructional videos, complemented by interactive activities and a downloadable PDF copy of a student workbook. While there is no real-time interaction with an instructor, participants have the option to reach out via email for any questions or clarification.

Online Course Location

Online courses take place on the Good Roads education website hosted through D2L Brightspace.

If you have never taken a Good Roads online course. you will be sent a username and link to set your password. This will not be the same username and password that you use on the main Good Roads website.

Who Should Attend

Technicians and technologists and others responsible for salt management plans, winter maintenance supervisors, patrollers, equipment operators, mechanics, and contract employees.

Accreditation

• This course may be used toward the requirements of the CRS-Intermediate (CRS-I) level.
• This course may be used as credit for technical specialist programs only. Please contact OACETT to ensure that this course satisfies your particular examination program for certification. Point Value = 2
• The Engineering Institute of Canada awards 1.8 Continuing Education Units to this course.