Comprehensive
ADAS Training
December 1st — December 3rd, 2026
14655 Jib Street, Plymouth, MI 48170
This course provides a structured, hands-on introduction to ADAS calibrations. Designed as a foundational program, it delivers an accelerated, high-impact learning experience that goes beyond the basics without diving into advanced diagnostic theory.
Autel Academy offers both 2-day and 3-day ADAS training options, with the 3-day course providing I-CAR credits and complete Autel Academy ADAS Level 1 Certification.
2-Day ADAS Training:
Teaches Fundamental Execution
- Structured classroom instruction covering common ADAS components, calibration setup, requirements and workflows, including documentation requirements and review
- Hands-on calibration experience across multiple vehicle setups
- Focus on proper setup, execution, and documentation practices
- Certificate of Attendance
3-Day ADAS Training:
Includes all 2-day training, plus:
- Application-based training focused on basic diagnostics principles, and workflow decision-making
- Reinforcement of calibration procedures through hands-on exercises
- Entry-level estimating and documentation practices
- Liability awareness integrated into real-world calibration scenarios
- Autel Academy ADAS Level 1 Certification after successful completion*
- Eligible to earn I-CAR course credits/hours**
| Event | Price | Qty. | Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADAS – 2-Day - December 1-2 – 2026 – MI | $1,295 | |
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| ADAS – 3-Day - December 1-3 – 2026 – MI | $1,895 | |
Note: Registration for each class closes the Friday before the first day of training.
Full Training Details & Learning Objectives:
While ideal for technicians new to ADAS, this course is also valuable for professionals looking to strengthen fundamentals, improve consistency, and better understand OEM calibration requirements. The program focuses on best practices, common pitfalls, and real-world application, helping attendees build confidence, close knowledge gaps, and align their calibration processes with current industry standards.
- How ADAS systems work and the purpose behind their design
- How cameras, radar, and sensors function in relation to calibration
- Best practices for performing accurate static and dynamic calibrations
- Understanding the calibration workflow from scan to completion
- Pre- and post-scan reporting to support repair documentation and compliance
- Environmental setup and shop readiness for consistent calibration success
- The relationship between wheel alignment and calibration accuracy
- Common causes of calibration failure — and how to prevent them
- Hands-on ADAS calibration experience with multiple vehicle setups
- Core ADAS fundamentals that prepare technicians to transition into optical placement using Autel tools
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify major ADAS sensor types, including cameras, radar, and related systems, and explain their operational principles and mounting requirements.
- Perform static and dynamic ADAS calibration procedures following OEM-specified environmental, alignment, and setup standards.
- Compare and validate calibration outcomes using documented procedures aligned with OEM operational specifications and accepted industry practices.
Course Topics: Instructional
- How ADAS systems work and the intent behind OEM system design
- Camera, radar, and sensor operation as it relates to calibration accuracy
- Best practices for performing accurate static and dynamic calibrations
- Understanding the full calibration workflow, from scan to completion
- Pre- and post-scan reporting to support documentation, compliance, and liability awareness
- Environmental setup and shop readiness for consistent calibration results
- The relationship between wheel alignment and calibration accuracy
- Common causes of calibration failure — and how to prevent them
Hands-On ADAS Calibration
- Practical experience with multiple vehicle calibration setups
- Application of core ADAS fundamentals in real-world scenarios
- Preparing technicians to transition into optical placement using Autel calibration tools
Autel Mission Statement
The Autel Training Academy exists to raise awareness and establish a consistent standard of service across the full spectrum of automotive repair and diagnostics, with the understanding that safety and precision are not optional.
Our mission is to:
- Equip technicians with the proper tools, knowledge, fundamental skills, and confidence to perform accurate, repeatable procedures in vehicle electronics; utilizing scan tools, procedure-specific equipment, and advanced diagnostic tooling.
- Promote best-practice skill sets through the development of fundamental core competencies, strengthening repair quality, and supporting comprehensive documentation.
- Uphold OEM-defined operational specifications through Autel-tested and validated tools, software, and procedures.
- Connect people to the process through practical and accessible training that links the complexity in today’s vehicle technology with the innovations of tomorrow.
3rd Day of Training Topics:
- Vehicle inspections integrated into the calibration process, reinforcing how OEM prerequisites and vehicle condition impact calibration outcomes
- 12-volt fundamentals and vehicle communication concepts introduced in context when calibration issues or anomalies arise
- Basic diagnostics and troubleshooting applied during failed, interrupted, or inconsistent calibration attempts
- Review of module setup, initialization, and programming considerations introduced in the 2-day course, applied when additional operations are required
- Calibration failure analysis taught through real examples encountered during hands-on calibration work
- Workflow decision-making reinforced throughout the day, including when to proceed, pause, escalate, or stop ADAS work
- ADAS liability awareness, focusing on risk exposure, documentation expectations, and how incomplete or improper calibrations can create real-world liability
Travel & Accommodation Details:
Traveling to Detroit
Travel to the training event will not be provided.
If you are traveling by air, the training facility is about a 20-minute drive from Detroit Metro Airport.
Training Facility
SEMA Garage
14655 Jib Street, Plymouth, MI 48170
Please arrive each morning at the training facility by 8:50 AM. Classes start at 9:00 AM
Please do not contact SEMA Garage about Autel Academy training classes. Instead, email the Autel Academy at academy@autel.com
Hotel Accommodations Are Included
If you elect for the hotel accommodations, a 2-night or 3-night stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Plymouth is included with your reservation. Your booking starts on the night before your first day of training and will be reserved ahead of time by Autel.
Check-in is anytime after 3 PM on the day before the first day of training.
You will check-out the morning of the second or third day before you head to SEMA Garage.
Hilton Garden Inn Plymouth
Address: 14600 Sheldon Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
Phone: (734) 354-0001
Hotel Shuttle
A shuttle from the hotel to SEMA Garage, and back to the hotel, will be provided. Please meet each morning in the lobby of the hotel at 8:15 AM for an 8:30 AM departure.
Meals
First Day of Training: Refreshments, snacks, and lunch will be served at the SEMA Garage training facility, and a hotel dinner voucher is also included.
Second and Third Day of Training: Refreshments, snacks, and lunch will be served at the SEMA Garage training facility.
*Autel Academy is an ASE Accredited Training Provider. ASE accreditation recognizes the quality and structure of the training program. For information on ASE technician certification (including L4 ADAS), visit the ASE Website.
**Upon course completion, Autel will submit the attendee’s registered I-CAR ID for credit consideration. Credit approval, course equivalency, and application toward I-CAR roles are determined by I-CAR and may vary. 3-Day training is required to earn Autel Certification and I-CAR credit eligibility.
