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De v e l oping F u t u r e L e a ders f or t he T r a nsi t Indus t ry:<br />
A Pa r t icipa n t ’s P e r spec t i v e<br />
• Chun Dong, senior program manager, Washington Metropolitan<br />
Area Transit Authority, Washington, DC<br />
A n a ly z ing Occupat ion a l S k il l s a nd C r e at ing C a r e e r<br />
L a dders<br />
• Ken Mall*, <strong>bus</strong>iness unit leader-technical, Educational Data<br />
Systems, Inc., Dearborn, MI<br />
Intelligent Transportation Systems<br />
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.<br />
Grand Ballroom B, Level 2<br />
How smart is your system?<br />
ITS technology is entrenched into all aspects of transit<br />
operations and its systems. Smart deployment of technology<br />
is fundamental in utilizing instruments effectively. This session<br />
features <strong>international</strong> and domestic illustrations as examples of<br />
best practices.<br />
Related TCRP Documents: R-126, S-73, S-77 (See page 16<br />
for details.)<br />
Moder at or<br />
• Gregory Cook, chair, APTA ITS Public Transit Forum, and director<br />
of transportation, Veolia Transportation, North Las Vegas, NV<br />
In t e r Moda l Oper at ions P rov ide F l e e t W ide R e a l T ime<br />
T r av e l e r Inf orm at ion<br />
• Arjan van Andel*, director of sales/<strong>bus</strong>iness development,<br />
Continental (formerly Siemens VDO), Cedar Rapids, IA<br />
Sm a r t C a r d P o t p ourri<br />
• Brian Stein*, sales manager, transit, Giesecke & Devrient<br />
America, Inc., Dulles, VA<br />
In t egr at e d T echnol ogy: M A R TA — A C a se S t udy<br />
• Carol Greer Smith*, director, research & analysis, Metropolitan<br />
Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, Atlanta, GA<br />
I T S T echnol ogie s t h at Improv e Oper at ion a l E f f iciency<br />
• Terrence J. Muellner*, assistant to the president, Chicago<br />
Transit Authority, Chicago, IL<br />
T<br />
Life can interfere with your job of operating a <strong>bus</strong>. Hear<br />
about some of the work being done to reduce distractions<br />
on your vehicle, tips for staying focused, and how to<br />
manage fatigue. Join the conversation about what works<br />
and what your transit agency can do to assist in keeping<br />
operators focused and ready for work.<br />
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE awarded upon completion of<br />
the course<br />
T r a iner<br />
• Doug Johnson, supervisor, operations/training, King County<br />
Metro Transit, Seattle, WA<br />
Roadeo Mechanics Training<br />
Doors, Ramps, and Wheelchair Lifts —<br />
What’s New and How Does it Work?<br />
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.<br />
Ravenna, Level 3<br />
New <strong>bus</strong> technology keeps showing up on the <strong>bus</strong>es.<br />
Proper operation and regular maintenance are essential to<br />
optimize the performance of lifts, ramps, and doors. These<br />
components provide reliable and safe operation thanks in<br />
part to advanced technology and stringent manufacturing<br />
standards. Experts will discuss new products and new,<br />
user-friendly features. Participants will learn preventive<br />
maintenance procedures and troubleshooting tips to keep<br />
these units running smoothly and to extend their life. Typical<br />
transit door systems and several lift and ramp configurations<br />
will be covered.<br />
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE awarded upon completion of<br />
the course.<br />
T r a iners<br />
• Keith Akins, service/training technician, Ricon Corporation,<br />
Panorama City, CA<br />
• John Condon, sales manager-west region, Vapor Bus<br />
International, Buffalo Grove, IL<br />
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Roadeo Operators Training<br />
Ready to Drive? How to be Fit for Duty<br />
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.<br />
Seneca, Level 4<br />
Even professional drivers need to manage life issues.<br />
Training sponsored by Ricon Corporation<br />
and Vapor Bus International.<br />
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