to Master Automation Controls
Troubleshooting in 90 Days!
Foundational Troubleshooting Training
Build a Confident, Well-Rounded Team
Faster Repairs, Greater Efficiency
Pressure to Minimize Downtime: Teams face intense demands to quickly diagnose and repair issues, keeping operations running smoothly and avoiding costly delays.
Skill Gaps and Efficiency Challenges: High turnover and inexperienced technicians struggle with complex problems, while repeated explanations of basic tasks pull focus from higher priorities.
Adapting to Automation: As automated systems become the norm, the need for technicians skilled in troubleshooting advanced equipment grows more critical than ever.
Frustration with Ineffective Training: Many past programs have fallen short, leaving teams without the practical, actionable skills needed to tackle real-world challenges.
Don't worry, we can help!
Through my training program, I help motivated maintenance professionals overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
With firsthand experience navigating the complexities of industrial automation, I’ve developed a proven system to help maintenance teams troubleshoot faster and get production lines back up and running without delay.
Now, I’m dedicated to sharing this system with you and your team.
Developer of the Fault Fixer Troubleshooting Course.
Trained 100+ technicians to master troubleshooting.
Trusted by maintenance leaders across industries.
Our training is built with one clear goal in mind: getting your equipment back up and running fast.
Establish
We begin by ensuring your team understands the essentials, including schematics, multimeter usage, and troubleshooting fundamentals. This foundational knowledge provides the confidence and clarity needed to tackle even the most complex systems.
Accelerate
With clear, step-by-step guidance and rapid testing roadmaps for electrical and pneumatic components, we help technicians learn faster and troubleshoot smarter. Our structured approach minimizes guesswork and speeds up skill development, empowering your team to address issues with precision.
Streamline
Troubleshooting
We teach systematic troubleshooting frameworks and strategies that reduce downtime and improve efficiency. Your team will gain the tools and techniques needed to diagnose problems accurately and resolve them quickly, eliminating unnecessary delays.
On-the-Job
Our program equips your team to immediately apply their new skills in real-world scenarios. By integrating training into daily operations, technicians grow their expertise while solving real challenges, leading to lasting improvements in performance.
Real Training. Real Results.
A training that's focused on:
Building confident technicians by ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot effectively.
Teaching controls troubleshooting fundamentals to provide a solid base of understanding for all team members.
Improving first-time fix rates by equipping technicians with the practical methods to resolve issues on the first attempt.
Being budget-friendly by offering accessible training that delivers real results without high costs.
This is Different - A Proven Path to Troubleshooting Mastery
67 Lessons | 5 Modules | 5 Hours of Focused Training Content
The Fault Fixer Troubleshooting Course is a step-by-step, self-paced training program designed to transform your maintenance team’s ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve control system failures within 90 days. This program breaks down complex learning into a simple, easy-to-follow system that can be immediately applied on the job—delivering results quickly.
Unlike theoretical approaches, our training focuses on real-world application. We guide each step, even down to where to place multimeter leads for accurate testing. Training is self-paced, online, and accessible anytime—ensuring your team can learn effectively, without being rushed or held back.
Every lesson is focused on delivering practical, actionable skills to minimize downtime and keep your operations moving.
Master Electrical Schematics for Faster Troubleshooting
17 Lessons | 1.5 Hours
Reading and understanding electrical schematics is the cornerstone of effective troubleshooting. Without it, diagnosing equipment failures is like playing a song without sheet music.
What You’ll Learn:
The purpose and structure of schematics.
How to find key information like wires, components, and terminals.
Navigating multi-page schematics with ease.
Identifying high voltage, low voltage, safety, and control circuits.
The Result?
By the end of this course, you’ll confidently analyze any schematic, pinpoint issues faster, and streamline your troubleshooting process—saving time and avoiding unnecessary frustration.
Module Lesson Plan:
Things to know about schematics
Schematic Walkthrough #1
Schematic Walkthrough #2
Navigating a Schematic Symbols
High Voltage Circuits
Low Voltage Circuits
0 Voltage Circuits
Safety Circuit Example #1 Walkthrough
Safety Circuit Example #2 Walkthrough
VFD Circuit Example #1 Walkthrough
VFD Circuit Example #2 Walkthrough
PLC Inputs Example #1 Walkthrough
PLC Inputs Example #2 Walkthrough
PLC Outputs Example #1 Walkthrough
PLC Outputs Example #2 Walkthrough
Pneumatics Example #1 Walkthrough
Master Your Multimeter: Essential Skills for Troubleshooting
5 Lessons | 30 Minutes
Using a multimeter or clamp meter correctly is vital for diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment failures. Without it, you’re working blind—like trying to play golf with a baseball bat.
What You’ll Learn:
Proper techniques for using multimeters and clamp meters.
When and how to measure voltage, amperage, and continuity.
The critical testing functions and when to use them.
Avoiding the biggest mistake technicians make with testing equipment.
The Result?
After completing this course, you’ll confidently use your testing tools with precision, ensuring accurate measurements and faster problem resolution every time.
Module Lesson Plan:
How to Set-Up & Place your Leads for Testing
How to Measure AC & DC Voltage
How to Measure Ohms & Continuity
How to Measure Amperage with a Clamp Meter
The Biggest Mistake that You Can Make
Mastering Electrical Components: Diagnose and Troubleshoot with Confidence
32 Lessons | 2 Hours
Understanding how electrical components work and how to test them is key to solving automation control issues. Without this knowledge, troubleshooting can feel as confusing as explaining American football to someone who’s never seen it.
What You’ll Learn:
Key functions and critical details of common electrical components.
How to quickly inspect and test components for issues.
Methods to identify faulty components and confirm their impact on machine performance.
The Result?
By the end of this course, you’ll confidently pinpoint faulty components, resolve machine failures faster, and even implement steps to prevent future issues.
Module Lesson Plan:
Facility Electrical System Configurations
Main Power Cables & Plugs Information
How to Wire Main Power Plugs
How to Measure and Test Main Power Components
Main Power Disconnects
VDC Power Supply
VAC Transformer
Rectifier
Safety Devices
Motors
Pumps
VFDs
Fuses
Breakers
Contactors
Relays
Phase Control Relay
Timer Relay
Sensor
Limit Switch
Push Button
Cam/Rotary Switch
Toggle Switch
Float Switch
Safety Switch
PLC
Operator Control Board
Touch Screen/HMI
Resistor
Potentiometer
Electrical Cabinets & Control Boxes
Lights
Terminal Blocks and Jumpers
Mastering Pneumatic Components: Troubleshoot with Precision
9 Lessons | 30 Minutes
Understanding pneumatic components is essential for diagnosing and fixing automation control issues. Without this knowledge, troubleshooting can feel as awkward as driving a manual transmission for the first time.
What You’ll Learn:
Key details and functions of common pneumatic components.
How to quickly inspect and test components for performance issues.
Techniques to determine if a component is faulty and causing equipment failure.
The Result?
By the end of this course, you’ll confidently identify faulty pneumatic components, resolve machine issues efficiently, and take proactive steps to prevent future failures.
Module Lesson Plan:
Air Compressors
Filters & Regulators
Simple Solenoid Valves
Directional Solenoid Valves
Solenoid Cables & Connectors
Valve Control Modules
Cylinders
Position Sensors
Flow Controls
Troubleshooting Made Simple: A Framework for Success
4 Lessons | 30 Minutes
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to troubleshooting equipment failures, but combining your skills and knowledge into a structured framework is the key to efficiency. Without a roadmap, troubleshooting can feel like a road trip without a map—you might get there eventually, but it’ll take much longer.
What You’ll Learn:
How to apply the skills and knowledge from SparkU and other materials.
A step-by-step troubleshooting process framework to guide your work.
Techniques to refine and build upon your troubleshooting process as you grow.
The Result?
By the end of this course, you’ll confidently implement a troubleshooting framework that ties together all your training, saving time and eliminating guesswork when diagnosing equipment failures.
Module Lesson Plan:
Information & Tips
The Troubleshooting Process
Troubleshooting Process Simple Machine
Troubleshooting a Complex Machine
Preview & Experience the Training with Sample Lessons
Available in English and Spanish.
The course itself doesn’t take 90 days to complete—it’s just 5 hours of focused training. The 90-day transformation comes from combining learning, revisiting content, and real-world application to truly master automation controls troubleshooting.
Completing a course or passing a test doesn’t guarantee mastery—only by consistently applying what you’ve learned can you achieve true expertise and confidence in troubleshooting.
Centralized admin portal
for easy user management and multi-tenant capabilities.
Self-paced learning
accommodates busy schedules while maintaining shift coverage.
Browser-based access
for online learning on PC or mobile, anytime, anywhere.
Video modules
that are clear and easy to follow—if you can learn from YouTube, you can learn from this.
Certificate of completion
recognizes hard work and validates course completion.
Available in 30+ languages
making it accessible to a global team.
Don’t wait—experience the change in 90 days.
$1,500 ea
Instant Access
Access for 1 year
Admin portal (included)
Multi-site functionality
$1,500 ea
For 1-4 users
Access for 1 year
Admin portal (included)
Multi-site functionality
$1,250 ea
For 5-9 users
Access for 1 year
Admin portal (included)
Multi-site functionality
$1,000 ea
For 10+ users
Access for 1 year
Admin portal (included)
Multi-site functionality
We would be happy to discuss how our program can meet your organization’s needs and budget.
Dusty Alsbrooks
From a struggling maintenance manager to a six-figure engineering leader in just one year – that's the power of our program.
Dusty's transformation is a testament to the life-changing impact of our training.
James McCallister
Once a 'decent' electrician, James became an expert after our program. He landed his dream job in robotics, impressing interviewers with his newfound skills.
Our program unlocked his hidden potential, proving that learning never stops.
Cowboy (aka James)
Once known as the "human fuse" for his knack of accidentally triggering explosions.
His newfound skills and confidence landed him a position as a lead technician, proving that even the most unlikely candidates can achieve greatness with the right training.
We Build the Foundation, You Build the Future
Let us establish the essential troubleshooting framework your team needs while you focus on advanced training tailored to your specific operational priorities.
Develop Well-Rounded Technicians
Our training equips your team with a balance of technical knowledge, practical application, and problem-solving confidence, creating versatile technicians ready for any challenge.
Training That Grows with Your Team
The flexibility to revisit and apply lessons ensures the knowledge sticks and evolves alongside your team’s experience and needs.
Proven Results Across Industries
Trusted by teams in high-pressure environments, our program has a track record of transforming operations and improving runtime dramatically.
Your team's transformation starts here
Help your team reach their full potential in just 90 days. The sooner you start, the quicker you’ll see the impact—boost skills, enhance problem-solving abilities, and drive operational success.
Begin the 90 day journey now and watch your team transform!