Course Schedule
This is an instructor-led online course. There will be one 2-hour virtual lesson each week for a total of 4 weeks. In addition, there will be pre and post work such as readings and activities that are to be completed online. Participants should plan to spend 2.5 – 3 hours on this course each week (2 hours in the virtual lesson and up to 1 hour for pre/post work).
- Weekly virtual lessons: Thursdays from 1 to 3 pm
- Virtual Lesson dates: March 20, 27, April 3, 10
- Access to online content opens Thurs, March 13
Note: Online courses take place on our education website not our main website. New users will be sent a username and link to set their password.
Attendance in all virtual lessons is required for completion of the course.
Course Description
As an Emerging Leader, you will recognize the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed as a new leader in the ever-changing municipal environment.
The program goal is to expose you to scenarios, opportunities, and tools that you can apply in your work environment. You will develop a better understanding of your leadership style, become more proactive, prepared in planning and expectations, and add tools to your toolbox to be more resilient. You will learn methods to communicate effectively with others and understand the importance of your role as an emerging leader and the impact you can bring.
Highlights:
- Interactive programming and virtual discussions led by an experienced Facilitator
- Opportunity to network with other leaders across other municipalities
- Participant Workbook for note taking and self reflection (printable PDF)
- Curated content via our D2L learning management system
- Action plan towards strengthening your performance and personal development with a Leadership Development Plan (LDP)
Participants who attend all virtual lessons will receive a certificate of completion.
Course Content
- Emotional Intelligence
- Leadership
- Communication
- Self-awareness and discovery
- Resiliency
- Team Management and Generations
- Coaching & Feedback
Who Should Attend?
This course is for anyone that is hoping to better understand how to transition into a leadership position.
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
- Recognize weather patterns and forecasting.
- Comprehend Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS).
- Describe winter operations techniques.
- Explain safety in winter operations.
- 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.
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:
- Explain the fundamental components of flexible pavements for design and application.
- Describe the foundational construction material techniques and properties to place, finish, and cure concrete across applicable applications.
- Describe the concepts of design criteria in construction, preparation practices, and materials used for urban and rural road design in Ontario’s climate environment.
- Describe utility maintenance for roads and sidewalks when dealing with new installations and relocations.
- 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 between 30-35 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 on May 8th, 2024. 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
