AAR M-1003 QualityAssurance Training Schedule |
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Course | Date | Location | Registration Links |
38th Annual AAR Quality Assurance Industry Conference |
February 17-19, 2026 | St. Petersburg, FL | Pending |
Basic Auditor Training Class | June 17-19, 2025 | Guadalajara, MX (Spanish) | QA-BAT-Jun 2025-Guadalajara MX |
July 15-17, 2025 | Virginia Beach, VA | QA-BAT-Jul 2025-Virginia Beach VA | |
September 16-18, 2025 | Pueblo, CO | QA-BAT-Sept 2025-Pueblo CO | |
November 4-6, 2025 | Nashville, TN | QA-BAT-Nov 2025-Nashville TN | |
Advanced Auditor Training Class | May 6-8, 2025 | Greenville, SC | QA-AAT-May 2025-Greenville SC |
August 19-21, 2025 | Celaya, MX (Spanish) | QA-AAT-Aug 2025-Celaya MX | |
September 23-25, 2025 | Lincoln, NE | QA-AAT-Sep 2025-Lincoln NE | |
October 7-9, 2025 | San Luis Potosi, MX (Spanish) | QA-AAT-Oct 2025-San Luis Potosi MX |
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:
Note: The training class materials are regularly updated to reflect the current M-1003 specification. The Basic Auditor class is a prerequisite to the Advanced Auditor class.M-1003 Basic Auditor Training Class:
The M-1003 Basic Auditor Training is intended to improve the participant’s knowledge, background, and skills needed in conducting M-1003 internal or external audits. This course provides a thorough review of the M-1003 requirements; development of an organization’s Quality Assurance Manual/Procedures; and administration of a facilities audit program. Personal auditing experience is gained through active interaction in class discussions.Cost (2025) $1250
M-1003 Advanced Auditor Training Class:
The M-1003 Advanced Auditor Training Seminar is designed for those parties seeking in-depth training in AAR Quality Assurance Program auditing techniques and practices. Attendees must have successfully completed the AAR Basic Auditor Training seminar. The attendee must have performed at least one internal or external audit prior to attending the seminar. The course will include case study work, a detailed quality assurance manual review using the QAPE checklist, and various role-playing activities. Hands-on experience is obtained though participation in an on-site compliance audit. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for this class including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel toe shoes.Cost (2025) $1250
When is the next QA Conference?
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) is pleased to announce the 38th Annual AAR Quality Assurance Industry Conference February 17-19, 2026 in St Petersburg, FL – Registration link is pending.
How do I pay for the Training Courses?
To students for AAR M-1003 Classes:Please note that for payment, credit card is always preferred. If a purchase order is the only available method for payment, all terms and conditions of the purchase order MUST be removed prior to submission. If terms and conditions remain, the registration will be voided.
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A los estudiantes para las clases AAR M-1003:
Tenga en cuenta que para el pago, siempre se prefiere que se haga con tarjeta de crédito. Si una orden de compra es el único método disponible para el pago, DEBEN eliminarse todos los términos y condiciones de la orden de compra antes de enviarla. Si los términos y condiciones permanecen, el registro será nulo.
What is the cost of the M-1003 Training Courses?
The three-day M-1003 Basic and Advanced Auditor Training Courses cost $1,250. Both classes include continental breakfast and full lunch each day.
Who should attend the M-1003 Training Courses?
The courses are ideal for the following people: • Any individual requiring a working knowledge and understanding of the M-1003 Specification for Quality Assurance • Quality professionals and consultants that are new to the railroad industry. • Railroad industry quality managers and supervisors responsible for training internal QA auditors and implementing a Quality Management System.
How do I register for an M-1003 Training Course?
An AAR Circular Letter will be released when event registration has opened.
2025 QA Conference Presentations
- Accelerating the Innovation Lifecycle - MxV Rail - Kari Gonzales
- Keynote Speaker - Rail Supply Institute - Patty Long
- AAR DC & Mechanical Committee Update - Ron Hynes
- FRA Update - Process Control - Larry Strouse
- RCCA - Natural Process - John Gronberg
- Management Responsibility 2.4 - Stacey Lyons
- Corrective and Preventive Action 2.6 - Margaret Zero
- How to Prepare for M-1003 Audit - Josh Paserba
- How to Audit NDT Program - Jim Dinell
- CSTCC and WABL Committee - Dan Gutscher and Dan Carter
- AAR MID Technical Inspections - Mike Wiley
- Process Control 2.15 - Michael Ruby
- Training 2.22 - Darrell McCreless
- Tank Car Facility Audits - Jeremy Killian and Tracey Smith
- QAPE Best Practices - John Gronbert
- Requirements for In-House Calibrations - Tom Delafosse
- Railway Supply Institute QAC Update - Jeffrey Ostrander
- Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement - Jeremy Melani
- Wood Ties - Nate Irby
- Paperless Inspection Documentation - Debra Lynch
- Workshop I - Welding Planel - Larry Strouse - Kevin Rawlins - John Gronberg - Craig Mayhew
- Workshop II - Inspection of Interior Coatings - Ken Campbell and Jeff Cameron
2024 QA Conference Presentations
- Opening Remarks - Sanjay Varma
- Featured Speaker - MxV Rail Update - Kari Gonzales
- Audit Quality Task Force Update - Karen Carriere
- Workshop Information - Tony Parolisi
- Automated Single Car Airbrake Test Device - Mark Michel
- FRA Update - Larry Strouse
- Benefits of an Effictive Training Program - Jim Dinell and Gary Alderson
- QAPE Checklist & Auditor Survey - Tom Cavanaugh and Gordana Halvadzija
- AAR Update - Nichole Fimple
- Tank Car Committee Update - Ken Dorsey and Joe McCann
- Auditing to Multiple Standards - Josh Paserba
- Featured Speaker - Railway Supply Institute - Patti Long
- IIRX Database - Mark Rusovick
- Improvement and Change Management - Jay Standish
- Auditing Change Management 2.19 - John Gronberg
- M-1003 2024 Revisions - Chris Gouran and Ray Morgan
- 2024 Mandatory Element 2.5 Test Plan - Michael Ruby
- 2024 Mandatory Element 2.7 Document Control - Benedict Okine
- 2024 Mandatory Element 2.8 M&T Equipment - John Cross
- 2024 Mandatory Element 2.21 Internal Audits - Margaret Zero
- AAA Brake Systems Committee - Heath Bushel
2023 QA Conference Presentations
- Featured Speaker - MxV Rail Update - Kari Gonzales
- CSTCC & WABL Committee Update - Dan Gutscher & Dan Carter
- Risk Based Approach to Quality - Larry Strouse
- Rail Industry Regulatory Structure - Jason Riggs
- Technical Inspection vs Quality System Auditing - Mike Yon & Alex Velasco
- ANSI Z1.4 Sample Methodology - Steve Geneva
- M-1003 Quality Management Program - Gordana Halvadzija
- Auditing a Coatings Shop - Ken Campbell
- Railway Supply Institute - Donna Jacobi
- Advanced Product Quality Planning - Steve Geneva
- Featured Speaker – AAR - Ian Jefferies
- 2.10 Incoming Inspection - John Gronberg
- 2.11 In-process Inspection - Tom Cavanaugh
- 2.12 Final Inspection - Brandon Box
- 2.21 Internal Quality Audits - Ray Morgan
- IIRX Database Accounts - Mark Rusovick
- M-1003 Auditee Preparedness - Josh Paserba
- Effective Corrective Action Evaluation - Steve Berkshire & Arturo Castanon