WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 1 of 14) Certification/training opportunities listed below are presented by WOC Education Partnering Associations – inquiries should be directed to association contacts reflected at bottom of each description.

ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector Certification Presented by the Las Vegas Chapter of the American Concrete Institute. Course Code: ACISIC REVIEW: Monday – Wednesday, February 2 - 4 | 8:00 am - 3:30 pm EXAM: Thursday, February 5 | 8:00 am – 12:30 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N221 The Concrete Construction Special Inspector Certification has become a requirement in many areas to document that a person understands and can perform special inspections based on code and job specifications for a project . This program will review requirements of concrete construction including plans reading, formwork installation and removal, reinforcements, embedments, sampling and testing freshly mixed concrete, conveying, placing, consolidation, finishing, jointing, curing, and protection.

NOTE: Interested candidates must have work experience in areas of concrete construction inspection.

The workbook for the ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector Certification program is the CP-21 Package which contains 14 ACI documents and the CRSI Manual of Standard Practice. This workbook is included in the registration fee and will be shipped to registrants beginning December 29th on a weekly basis. Individuals that register after January 15th will need to pick up their workbooks onsite at the World of Concrete Education Office (Rm N249), Sat – Sun, Jan 31 & Feb 1.

Successful candidates for Concrete Construction Special Inspector should be able to: 1. Understand the role of the Special Inspector on a concrete construction project 2. Verify compliance of concrete construction with plans, specifications and codes 3. Understand inspection during preplacement, placement and post-placement operations CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION: The three-hour written examination is open-book and consists of 80 multiple-choice and true-false questions and is followed by a one-hour plans reading examination consisting of 20 multiple-choice and true-false questions designed to test the examinee’s ability to read and understand engineering drawings. In order to obtain certification as an Associate Special Inspector, candidates must pass both exams with a score of 70% and hold a current ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification.

Individuals can upgrade to full Inspector status upon submittal and approval of sufficient education/work experience. For more information on this program, go to http://www.concrete.org/Certification/CertificationPrograms.aspx?m=details&pgm=ACI%20Inspector%20Certification%20Programs&cert=Concrete%20Construction%20Special%20Inspector IMPORTANT: Registration fee includes 3-day review course, written examination, ACI publication CP-21 ($380 value) and lunch on review days, Monday - Wednesday. ACISIC Fee: $1,195 on or before 12/15/14; $1,395 after 12/15/14 and onsite NOTE: A minimum of 5 registrants must be registered by December 29th to run this program. If the minimum attendance is not met, your registration fee will be refunded.

CANCELLATION: If registrant cancels their registration after December 30th, there is a $400 non-refundable fee to cover the cost of the workbook.

Questions about the review course or certification program can be answered by Las Vegas Chapter ACI at acilasvegas@earthlink.net or 702.656.8827.

For information about ACI visit www.concrete.org.

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 2 of 14) NEW! ACMA GFRP Rebar in Reinforced Structures Presented by the American Composites Manufacturers Association.

Course Code: ACMATH Thursday, February 5 | 8:30 am - 10:30 am LVCC North Hall, Room N202

This course is geared for participants who want to better understand where and how to use Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) rebar including engineers, architects, construction managers, owners and other decision makers. Discussions will include short review of GFRP rebar basic, differences between steel and GFRP, installation methods and best practices including repair methods. Content delivery will be based on case studies and focus on design considerations. All materials presented will be based on ACI 440 codes and standards.

Topics of discussion will include 1. Properties particular to Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) and the QC/QA tests required based on ACI 440.6 – Specification for Carbon and glass FRP bar materials for concrete reinforcement 2. Applications where GFRP rebar is a beneficial design consideration 3. ACI 440.1R - Guide for the Design and Construction of Structural Concrete Reinforced with FRP Bars 4. Construction methods based on ACI.5 - Specification for Construction with FRP Reinforcing Bars

NOTE: Space is limited, so register early!

ACMATH Fee: $200

Questions about this program should be directed to jbusel@acmanet.org or 914-961-8007. For additional information about ACMA Composites Growth Initiative visit www.acmanet.org.

NEW! ACPA Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Design & Installation Course Presented by the American Concrete Pipe Association.

Course Code: ACPATH Thursday, February 5 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N227

The American Concrete Pipe Association is proudly joining WOC and introducing an all NEW 4hr Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Design and Installation Course where attendees are eligible to earn 4 PDH credits. This course is focused for designers, engineers, installers and inspectors.

If you work with concrete pipe or box culverts in any fashion this is a must attend class! You will learn: • Concrete Pipe Design Basics: See why concrete pipe offers different strengths of pipe. • Box Culvert Design using ET Culvert Software: Ensure the box culvert you buy will work on your project

with simple checks. • Proper Pipe and Box Culvert Installation: These techniques will ensure you achieve success the first time

and save money in the long run. • Post Installation Inspection: Owners look closely at pipe installations—find out what they are looking for

and how it can affect your projects.

IMPORTANT: Attendees will receive a Concrete Pipe Design Manual and a Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation Manual (combined value $57.50). This course has been approved for Professional Development Hours – attendees desiring continuing education hours will receive a self-reporting form and certificate of attendance onsite.

NOTE: Space is limited, so register early!

ACPATH Fee: $250

Questions about this course should be directed to Kim Spahn at ACPA. Phone 972-506-7216 or email kspahn@concrete-pipe.org

For more information visit http://www.concrete-pipe.org/pages/woc

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 3 of 14) ASA Shotcrete Nozzleman Education Course Presented by the American Shotcrete Association.

Course Code: ASATU Tuesday, February 3 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Room S228

This course is designed for shotcrete nozzlemen, individuals involved with inspection of shotcrete, and anyone interested in learning about the principles and practices that must be known and understood for a nozzleman to satisfy his role in the quality application of the shotcrete process.

ASA Nozzleman Education Courses present an overview on placement technique, finishing, curing, testing, equipment and safety as it relates to the nozzleman and the shotcrete process. This course also helps to prepare individuals for participation in the ACI Nozzleman Certification program. ACI required work experience, written exam, performance exam and other program criteria will be discussed.

The CP-60(09) Shotcrete Nozzleman Craftsman Workbook is included with the course registration fee.

Please Note: - Attendance of this course alone will not result in certification as an ACI Shotcrete Nozzleman. - This course will satisfy the education course requirement for a nozzlemen wishing to pursue certification as

an ACI Shotcrete Nozzleman through ASA - Attendees wishing to pursue ACI Certification will need to arrange for a certification course with ASA

separately from this course - Attendees will qualify for and receive a complimentary 1-year ASA Nozzleman Membership - Lunch is not provided with this course. A one-hour break is scheduled for lunch

ASATU Fee: $295 on or before 12/15/14; $345 after 12/15/14 and onsite NEW! ASA Shotcrete Inspector Education Course Presented by the American Shotcrete Association.

Course Code: ASATH Thursday, February 5 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N206

With the strong growth of shotcrete construction, the concrete construction industry needs on-site inspectors who are knowledgeable about shotcrete materials, application and quality. Although an inspector may be thoroughly experienced in the inspection of cast-in-place concrete construction, shotcrete has fundamentally different equipment, material selection, crew responsibilities, application techniques, testing, curing and protection that need to be considered for producing high-quality and durable shotcrete.

This program will cover over 40 critical elements of shotcrete applications that on-site inspectors must know in order to properly evaluate and sign-off on acceptance documents for shotcrete. These include an overview on material selections, equipment, placement techniques, finishing, curing, protection, testing, and safety as it relates to the building official or inspector. Upon completion of the course, the Inspectors should have:

• A fundamental understanding of the wet and dry-mix shotcrete process. • Current knowledge of ACI reference material and other Industry standards pertaining to acceptable

shotcrete placement. • Industry-specific knowledge to determine if materials and methods used by the crew meet shotcrete project

specifications. • Sufficient insight to recognize satisfactory application techniques, and actions that may reduce quality of

the final product.

Profile of individuals to attend this course: • Concrete Construction Inspectors or Transportation Construction Inspectors. • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technicians—Grade I. • Engineers or Specifiers who desire or are required to possess additional education to properly inspect

shotcrete operations on projects. • Building officials who desire further knowledge of acceptable shotcrete placement methods. • Concrete producers and material suppliers who supply to the shotcrete projects

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 4 of 14) ASA Inspector Training documentation, as well as copies of ACI 506.2-13, Specification for Shotcrete, and ACI 506R-05, Guide to Shotcrete (a $115 non-member value), are included with the course registration fee.

Please Note: * Attendance at this course will not result in a certification; this course is intended to provide shotcrete-

specific education, which may be prerequisite for local/national certifications. * Attendees will receive a certificate of completion from ASA. * Lunch is not provided with this course. A one-hour break is scheduled for lunch.

ASATH Fee: $395 on or before 12/15/14; $475 after 12/15/14 and onsite

Questions about these programs should be directed to Alice McComas with ASA. Ph: 248-848-3780 or Email Alice.Mccomas@shotcrete.org.

For additional information about ASA visit www.shotcrete.org. CPAA Tradesman Certificate of Introduction Presented by the Concrete Polishing Association of America.

Course Code: CPAATUC Tuesday, February 3 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Room S231

The concrete polishing industry is composed of many variables. To ensure a consistent and successful outcome, the variables must be understood and overcome. The Concrete Polishing Association has defined industry standards, developed ethical guidelines, created non-biased specifications, and worked with many leading contractors and manufacturers to develop practical procedures that produce quality, processed concrete floors.

The CPAA Educational Program has been designed to create a consistent foundation of education that surrounds and defines the entire polishing process. The CPAA Tradesman Certificate of Introduction covers the fundamentals of the polishing process. It addresses concrete mix designs, placement and finishing techniques; diamond tooling design and function; equipment design and function; in addition to basic job site logistics, layout and management. A written examination will be given at the conclusion of the class. Those who pass the exam will receive a Tradesman Certificate of Introduction.

The CPAA Educational Programs offer student/instructor interaction, hands-on training and real answers to the questions you’re looking for in order to establish a successful polishing business.

NOTE: Space is limited, so register early!

CPAATUC Fee: $390 CPAA Maintaining Polished Concrete Floors Presented by the Concrete Polishing Association of America.

Course Code: CPAATU Tuesday, February 3 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Room S231

This course covers the fundamentals of hard floor care maintenance. The presentation will cover how to develop individualized maintenance plans for polished concrete based on a buildings use and budget. Equipment and chemical requirements will be defined with regard to the size of the area to be maintained. The CPAA polished concrete maintenance guidelines will be distributed and how you should incorporate these into all the jobs you finish.

CPAATU Fee: $150

Questions about these programs should be directed to info@cpaa-us.org or 443-249-7919. For additional information about CPAA visit www.concretepolishingassociation.com.

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 5 of 14) CSDA Estimating Course Presented by the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association.

Course Code: CSDAMT Monday - Tuesday, February 2 - 3 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N220

Course Content: Estimating is a two-day classroom course focused on the practice of estimating sawing and drilling jobs. The course outlines the role of an estimator, reviews different methods of estimating, compares estimates and actual costs and discusses how estimators affect the company’s bottom line. Attendees will learn what the costs of a job are, estimating techniques, how to build an estimating model, how to verify the estimate, how to read blueprints and customer service skills.

Requirements: Attendees should have at least three years of experience in the concrete cutting industry and want to become estimators, or be current estimators who want to broaden their knowledge in the field of estimating.

IMPORTANT: All students are advised to bring a calculator and architect/engineering scale for the blueprint section of the course. Registration fee includes two days of instruction and all classroom materials.

NOTE: Space is limited to 48 participants, so register early!

CSDAMT Fee: $785

CSDA Core Drilling & Hand Sawing 101 Presented by the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association.

Course Code: CSDAWTH Wednesday, February 4 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (classroom) Thursday, February 5 | 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (outdoor) LVCC North Hall, Room N220

Course Content: A two-day, basic introduction course to the types of core drills, hand saws, chain saws and ring saws including their applications and components. Other topics covered include; bit, blade and diamond chain selection, how diamond work with each type of saw and safe work practices. Students will receive classroom and hands-on training regarding set-up, operation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of all equipment. This course is ideal for newly hired operators, sales representatives and anyone looking to expand their knowledge of core drill and hand saw basics.

Registration fee covers two days of instruction, all classroom materials, handbooks and a CSDA operator’s field kit that includes a CSDA Safety Handbook, Pocket Reference Guide, blade speed calculator, ruler, calculator and 10x magnifier.

IMPORTANT: Each participant is advised to bring a hard hat and steel toed work boots.

NOTE: Space is limited to 25 participants, so register early!

CSDAWTH Fee: $785

CSDA Concrete Polishing Presented by the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association.

Course Code: CSDAPWTH Wednesday - Thursday, February 4 - 5 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N222

Course Content: This two-day course will provide an overview of the concrete polishing industry and fundamentals of concrete, diamond tool technology, diamond selection process, practical applications and maintaining polished surfaces. Introduction into various types of concrete grinders, hand polishers, vacuum systems, burnishers and auto scrubbers including their applications and components; diamond selection and abrasive pad selection; how diamonds work with each type of grinder; training regarding set-up, operation and troubleshooting. Wet and dry concrete polishing will be discussed. Final 2 hours of the course will address estimating and bidding.

IMPORTANT: All students are advised to wear/bring sturdy work boots and safety glasses for the outdoor demo portions of the class.

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NOTE: Space is limited to 48 participants, so register early!

CSDAPWTH Fee: $785

Questions about these programs should be directed to Erin O’Brien with CSDA. Ph: 727-577-5004 or email erin@csda.org.

For more information about CSDA go to www.csda.org. NEW! ICPI PICP Specialist Course Presented by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute.

Course Code: ICPITU Tuesday, February 3 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N205

More projects are being specified with environmentally friendly pavements. This one-day course trains experienced contractors about the differences of installing PICP (Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement) vs. regular interlocking concrete pavement systems. The course is aimed at contractors who are presently doing residential and/or commercial concrete pavement installations and wish to move into the permeable pavement market.

Who Should Attend: experienced contractors and those interested in learning about the best practices for the construction of permeable interlocking concrete pavement systems. Previous attendance at the Concrete Paver Installer Course is strongly recommended, but not required.

Course Content: job planning and layout, estimating, soil and site characteristics, sub-base and base materials, edge restraints, bedding and jointing materials, paver selection, installation and maintenance.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration includes a student manual and exam. Lunch is on your own. Those who pass the exam receive a Record of Completion, and ICPI Certified Installers with PICP installation experience may apply for a PICP Specialist designation.

ICPITU Fee: $295

Questions about this program should be directed to ICPI. Ph: 703-657-6900 or email icpi@icpi.org.

For more information visit https://www.icpi.org/picpcourse. NEW! ICPSC 2015 Conference Presented by the International Concrete Polishing & Staining Conference.

Course Code: ICPSCM Monday, February 2 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Rooms S219-S223

Now in its 7th year, ICPSC has become the largest polishing-specific conference in the world.

The 2015 International Concrete Polishing and Staining Conference moves to World of Concrete. The conference will feature one full day of industry-specific presentations including morning keynote and general session industry panel discussion followed by breakout sessions and the ICPSC Welcome Reception 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm that evening. The reception will include recognition of 2014 Polished Concrete Award winners.

Conference attendees will also benefit from on-slab demonstrations on Tuesday, February 3 presented by conference contributors exhibiting at World of Concrete.

PLEASE NOTE: Conference registration includes sessions, presentation materials, demonstrations and admission to the Welcome Reception.

Note: To register additional attendees for the welcome reception only, use code ICPSCR (fee $60).

ICPSCM Fee: $395

Questions about this conference should be directed to Charlie Griffasi with ICPSC. Ph: 716-228-0265 or email cgriffasi@icpsc365.com.

For more information visit www.icpsc365.com/icpsc2015 .

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 7 of 14) MCAA Masonry Foreman Development Presented by the Mason Contractors Association of America.

Course Code: FDSM Sunday - Monday, February 1 - 2 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N212

The Masonry Foreman Development Course will teach the key areas of responsibility for foremen such as communication, leadership, problem solving, accident prevention, cost awareness, planning and organizing, production control and contract documents.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 16.00 credits in the Ethics and Business Practices discipline upon completion of this course.

FDSM Fee MCAA Member: First Attendee – $600; Additional Attendees – $550 FDSM Fee Non-member: First Attendee – $750; Additional Attendees – $700

MASONRY BEST PRACTICES Presented by the Mason Contractors Association of America.

Discounted Package for all 3 MCAA/MQI classes

MCAMQI Package Fee: MCAA Member $375 / non-member $525

MCAA members can take all three MQI classes below for $375 and receive 6 hours towards Masonry Quality Institute credit for Masonry Certification. These are three of the eight classes being offered in the replacement program for the MQI class. MCAA Quality Assurance for Masonry

Course Code: MCAQA Monday, February 2 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N211

Attendees will learn the ins and outs of quality masonry performance. Proper techniques and typical trouble areas on masonry projects will be explored and addressed. This class will be taught by Andy Sneed of WASCO whose company specializes in part on restoration. A big part of their restoration work includes fixing problems from previous installations.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 2.00 credits in the Masonry Quality Institute discipline upon completion of this course.

MCAQA Fee: MCAA Member $125 / non-member $175 MCAA Human Resources for Masons

Course Code: MCAHR Monday, February 2 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N211

Attendees will learn all about HR for the mason. Topics include training, problem solving, people skills and communication skills among others. This is a perfect class for anyone in the masonry business who deals with people. A working lunch will be incorporated into this class – registration fee includes lunch. The instructor for this class will be Andy Sneed of WASCO.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 2.00 credits in the Masonry Quality Institute discipline upon completion of this course.

MCAHR Fee: MCAA Member $160 / non-member $210 MCAA Job Site Scheduling

Course Code: MCAJS

Monday, February 2 | 2:15 pm – 4:15 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N211

Attendees will not want to miss this class. This class will teach the mason how to interact with other trades and master the art of job site scheduling. Learn how to take back the schedule and make it your friend and dramatically

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 8 of 14) improve productivity on the job-site. Job-site scheduling needs to start at the top and work its way down. You do not want to miss this course on scheduling. This course is taught by Mackie Bounds of Brazos Masonry and will have new information from previous classes.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 2.00 credits in the Masonry Quality Institute discipline upon completion of this course.

MCAJS Fee: MCAA Member $125 / non-member $175

NEW! MCAA Advanced Masonry Estimating / Advanced Blueprint Reading Presented by the Mason Contractors Association of America.

Course Code: MCAAE Monday - Tuesday, February 2 - 3 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N210

In this two-day course, participants will be issued several sets of blueprints including a major retail project and an elementary school. Blueprint and specifications will be reviewed before using Tradesmens Software to prepare an on-screen 3D estimate. All participants are encouraged to bring a laptop computer with Tradesmens Software on-screen software installed if they want to experience hands-on estimating.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 16.00 credits in the Bidding Practices discipline upon completion of this course.

MCAAE Fee MCAA Member: First Attendee – $600; Additional Attendees – $550 MCAAE Fee Non-member: First Attendee – $750; Additional Attendees – $700

MCAA Masonry Wall Bracing Presented by the Mason Contractors Association of America.

Course Code: WBPTH Thursday, February 5 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N210

The Masonry Wall Bracing program is intended for attendees to understand and implement the OSHA regulation on wall bracing. The course will feature a hands-on component to allow students to brace a masonry wall. Completion of this course will allow you to safely and efficiently design adequate basic masonry wall bracing.

Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive 3.00 credits in the Safety discipline upon completion of this course.

WBPTH Fee MCAA Member: First Attendee – $200; Additional Attendees – $150 WBPTH Fee Non-member: First Attendee – $250; Additional Attendees – $200

NOTE: Space is limited on above MCAA courses, so register early! Questions about the MCAA programs should be directed to MCAA at 800-536-2225.

For more information go to www.masoncontractors.org.

NEW! DOING CONCRETE BUSINESS IN CANADA Presented by the Ontario General Contractors Association and the Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario. Discounted Package if register for both OAWE1 and OAWE2 courses.

OAWE3 Package Fee: $150 on or before 12/15/14; $180 after 12/15/14 and onsite

Informative and timely courses for those currently doing concrete construction in both the US and Canada. Speakers will cover business and technical issues currently challenging contractors doing projects in Canada. Presenters include Clive Thurston, President of Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) and John Hull,

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 9 of 14) President of Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario (RMCAO). Register for both courses below by December 15th and save $$$!

NEW! The Reality of Contracting in North America Today Presented by the Ontario General Contractors Association and the Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario.

Course Code: OAWE1 Wednesday, February 4 | 8:30 am – 10:00 am LVCC North Hall, Room N208

Canada and the United States have both been through hard economic times and a surge in infrastructure activity has seen new markets open with contractors moving to where the work is.

While there are many similarities in the issues faced by these countries, how they are dealt with and how business is conducted are very different, especially in the area of Tendering and Construction Law.

Discussions will provide an overview of challenges including; • Changing culture and demographics of the industry • Procurement methods such as 3P • Technology – BIM • Is the low bid tender process dead or just dying?

The presentation will be followed with an overview of how Canadian contractors are addressing these issues with insight into the major differences between Canadian and American Tender Law. Attendees will then have an opportunity to participate in a question and answer session led by Ontario associations’ representatives.

OAWE1 Fee: $95 / $75 if register for both OAWE1/OAWE2 by Dec 15, 2014 (use source code OAWE3) NEW! Concrete Standards, Specifications, Materials and Practices in Canada Presented by the Ontario General Contractors Association and the Ready Mixed Concrete Association of Ontario.

Course Code: OAWE2 Wednesday, February 4 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N208

Concrete may look the same no matter where you go but doing business in Canada has a number of differences owners, engineers and contractors may not know about.

Topics of discussion include: • Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Concrete Standards – specifically A23.1/.2 Concrete Materials and

Practices & Methods of Testing; S413 Concrete Parking Structures; A3000 Cementing Materials; A23.3 Structural Concrete; and A23.4 Precast Concrete and Ontario Provincial and Municipal Standards Specifications

• Differences in Performance specification alternatives vs. Prescriptive specifications; specific cementing materials to achieve end result requirements; and how these can all change the way a project is specified, bid and supplied.

• Intellectual and/or proprietary property of concrete mixes • Producer Product Verification Program

Have your questions ready to be answered during an open forum question and answer session led by Ontario associations’ representatives.

OAWE2 Fee: $95 / $75 if register for both OAWE1/OAWE2 by Dec 15, 2014 (use source code OAWE3)

Questions about these Canadian programs should be directed to Clive Thurston at clive@ogca.ca. For information regarding the associations go to www.ogca.ca and www.rmcao.org.

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PCI Quality Control Technician/Inspector Certification - Levels I & II LVCC South Hall, Room S233 Presented by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Course PCI1: PCI Quality Control Technician/Inspector Level I Class (includes exam) Monday, February 2 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Level I EXAM Tues, Feb 3 | 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Level I begins the series of exciting quality control schools and starts off with a review of PCI certification programs, both plant and personnel. The curriculum was developed especially for industry quality control personnel, engineers, technician/managers, plant managers/superintendents and consulting engineers. However, the schools and certifications are open to everyone involved in planning, operations and quality control in the precast products industry.

Basic concrete topics and mix design concepts (such as the water/cementitious ratio) are introduced as well as beginning design concepts such as concrete strength, the need for reinforcement and conventional reinforcing bars. Attendees will receive a copy of the valuable Quality Control Technician/Inspector Level I & II Training Manual (TM-101) plus class notes and extensive reference material. Level I is a one-day course followed by a written examination the next morning.

PCI1 Course Fee: $595 (includes exam) Exam PCI1EX: Level I Written Exam Only Tuesday, February 3 | 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Individuals may attempt the PCI Level 1 exam without attending the training. Those individuals should self-study using PCI’s TM-101 training manual available online at www.pci.org/bookstore. This registration does not include the Level 1 class (PCI1).

PCI1EX Exam Only Fee: $175 Course PCI2: PCI Quality Control Technician/Inspector Level II Class (includes exam) Tuesday, February 3 | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm Level II EXAM Wed, Feb 4 | 8:00 am – 11:00 am

The curriculum continues at Level II with intermediate concrete topics and mix design concepts. Prestressing is introduced - attendees run calculations and discuss correction factors. The Level I & II program is packed with activities: round-table discussions, practice sessions, student-instructor interaction and certification examinations.

Attendees will receive a copy of the valuable Quality Control Technician/Inspector Level I & II Training Manual (TM-101) plus class notes and extensive reference material. Level II is a one-day course followed by the examination the next morning.

NOTE: Level I certification is a prerequisite for Level II. If you do not currently hold a Level I certification, you must register for both the Level I and Level II courses (PCI3) to attend.

PCI2 Course Fee: $595 (includes exam) Exam PCI2EX: Level II Written Exam Only Wednesday, February 4 | 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Level I certified individuals may attempt the PCI Level 2 exam without attending the training. Those individuals should self-study using PCI’s TM-101 training manual available online at www.pci.org/bookstore. This registration does not include the Level 2 class.

PCI2EX Exam Only Fee: $175 Course PCI3: PCI Quality Control Level I & II Classes (includes exams) Monday, February 2, 8:00 am – Wednesday, February 4, 11:00 am Mon, Feb 2, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm | Tues, Feb 3, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm | Wed, Feb 4, 8:00 am – 11:00 am

This registration includes Level I and Level II training and both certification examinations.

PCI3 Course Fee: $995 (includes both exams)

WOC 2015 – ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY TRAINING COURSES (page 11 of 14) NEW! PCI Certified Field Auditor Certification (CFA) Presented by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Course: (PCICFA) PCI Certified Field Auditor Training & Certification Monday – Tuesday, February 2 – 3 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday, February 4 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Room S232

Today's business environment demands a high degree of training and certification, both for precast concrete production in the plant and subsequent erection in the field. This program is a practical presentation of precast concrete erection industry standards, issues and expectations. It provides a unique opportunity to interface with peers to discuss common issues and share solutions and successes.

The CFA Program will: • Provide a means for erection personnel to demonstrate proficiency • Reinforce quality standards for erection personnel • Teach industry erection standards to erection personnel • Provide a means of helping personnel to develop skills and credentials • Enable erectors to challenge employees to grow in their knowledge • Teach and certify qualified persons to audit, evaluate and report precast concrete field erection activities

according to PCI standards

The CFA class is packed with activities: round-table discussions, student-instructor interaction and certification examinations. CFA students will receive copies of the PCI Erector's Manual (MNL-127) and the PCI Erection Safety Manual for Precast and Prestressed Concrete (MNL-132) plus class notes and extensive reference material.

Attendees who pass all three examinations with a score of 80% or higher will receive an official CFA certification, a wall certificate, wallet cards and a unique certification number assigned to them.

NOTE: Attendees must complete all three days of training and pass all exams in order to be certified.

PCICFA Fee: $995 (CFA and IES) (WOC attendees receive PCI member pricing)

NEW! PCI Certified Company Auditor Certification (CCA) Presented by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Course: (PCICCA) PCI Certified Company Auditor Training & Certification Thursday, February 5 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm LVCC South Hall, Room S222

Design especially for CFA's, the Certified Company Auditor (CCA) course prepares individuals to audit the work of other CFA's. The CCA course endeavors to review:

• Concepts of quality and quality assurance • Importance of field quality control • Role of the Certified Company Auditor • Defined body of knowledge • Importance of an effective safety plan • Components of a safety plan • How to conduct a Company Quality Audit

NOTE: Attendees must hold a valid CFA (Certified Field Auditor) certification or be registered for the PCICFA course at the World of Concrete.

PCICCA Fee: $300 (WOC attendees receive PCI member pricing)

Questions about these programs should be directed to Alex Morales with PCI. Ph: 312-360-3219 or Email AMorales@pci.org.

For more information on PCI go to www.pci.org/schools.

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SAIA Competent Person Training – Frame Scaffold Presented by the Scaffold & Access Industry Association.

Course Code: SAIATU Tuesday, February 3 | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N204

This program is designed for scaffold erectors and covers all the safety aspects regarding frame scaffold foundations, scaffold components, regulations, guardrail requirements, and erection and dismantling procedures for frame scaffolds that exceed the standard height to base ratio. The course format includes a combination of presentation, question and answer, a hands-on component and final exam.

Participants who score 70% or higher on the Competent Person written exam and display competency building frame scaffolding will receive a certificate of completion and wallet card from the SAIA Training Program, certifying completion of Competent Person Training in the erection of frame scaffolds. Those not meeting a 70% on the final exam will receive a certificate completion and wallet card for the Hazard Awareness training.

• The Course includes the training manual, Competent Person Training: Frame Scaffold, with self-test questions for each chapter.

• The chapter self-tests, are included in the manual. The final exam is largely based on the questions within each self-test and it is important that students correctly answer all the self-test questions. The correctly completed self-test questions become a very useful study guide to prepare for the final exam.

How to prepare: We recommend that you register early in order to allow yourself plenty of time to study. It is absolutely necessary that participants read the textbook and complete all the self-tests. Please bring the textbook on the day of the class for review.

IMPORTANT: If your competent person designation is older than three years old, it is expired. You can re-certify at this course.

SAIATU Fee: $300

SAIA Competent Person Training – Suspended Scaffold Presented by the Scaffold & Access Industry Association.

Course Code: SAIAWE Wednesday, February 4 | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N204

This program is designed for suspended scaffold users and covers all the safety aspects regarding suspended scaffold stages, ropes, regulations, guardrail requirements, fall protection, hoists and installation components. The course format includes a combination of presentation, question and answer, and final exam.

Participants who score 70% or higher on the Competent Person written exam will receive a certificate of completion and wallet card from the SAIA Training Program, certifying completion of Competent Person Training with Suspended Scaffold.

• The Course includes the training manual, Safety Training for Suspended Scaffolds, with self-test questions for each chapter.

• The chapter self-tests, are included in the manual. The final exam is largely based on the questions within each self-test and it is important that students correctly answer all the self-test questions. The correctly completed self-test questions become a very useful study guide to prepare for the final exam.

How to prepare: We recommend that you register early in order to allow yourself plenty of time to study. It is absolutely necessary that participants read the textbook and complete all of the self-tests. Please bring the textbook on the day of the class for review.

IMPORTANT: If your competent person designation is older than three years old, it is expired. You can re-certify at this course.

SAIAWE Fee: $300

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Course Code: SAIATH Thursday, February 5 | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N204

Through a training alliance with the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), SAIA offers Mast Climber Operator Training. This program is designed for individuals who work from, or operate mast climber work platforms. This course covers all the safety aspects regarding mast climbers, pre- and post-use checks, regulations, fall protection and general use. The course format includes a combination of presentation, question and answer, practical application and final exam.

Participants completing the exam and practical application will receive a certificate of completion and PAL wallet card from the SAIA Training Program and IPAF, certifying completion of Mast Climber Operator Training.

IMPORTANT: If your current Mast Climber PAL designation is older than five years old, it is expired. You can re-certify at this course.

SAIATH Fee: $300

Questions about these programs should be directed to Granville Loar with SAIA. Ph: 816-595-4860 or Email granville@saiaonline.org.

For more information on SAIA go to www.saiaonline.org. TCA Pervious Concrete Field Project for Installer Certification Presented by the Tennessee Concrete Association. Course Code: WEPP Date/Time: Wednesday, February 4 | 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

(select preferred 2-hour time slot) Location: Pervious Concrete LIVE, Gold Lot

This “hands-on” learning activity is open to all registered WOC attendees, but registrants taking advantage of this opportunity to demonstrate and enhance their skills as pervious concrete installers can meet one of the requirements for the pervious concrete installer certification. During the two-hour field project participants will practice and demonstrate procedures for placing, compacting, finishing, edging, jointing and early curing of a pervious concrete slab.

Instructors will observe and evaluate the techniques used and record “pass” or “fail” grades on various individual procedures. Participants who “pass” the field project exercise will be issued credit for completing one of three required construction projects for the pervious concrete installer and will need to work with their NRMCA Local Sponsoring Group regarding qualifications for the installer level of the certification.

NOTE: Space is limited to 8 participants per time slot, so register early! When registering, attendees will select their preferred two-hour slot from schedule below:

WEPPA: Wed, Feb 4, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (equipment supplied by Multivibe) WEPPB: Wed, Feb 4, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm (equipment supplied by Bunyan) WEPPC: Wed, Feb 4, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm (equipment supplied by Lura)

WEPP Fee: $175 on or before 12/15/14; $225 after 12/15/14 and onsite

Questions about the field project or certification program can be answered by the Tennessee Concrete Association at 615.360.7393.

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TMS Special Inspection of Structural Masonry Construction Presented by The Masonry Society.

Course Code: TMSWE Wednesday, February 4 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm LVCC North Hall, Room N206

This course is aimed at helping inspectors, testing technicians, engineers and building officials identify and verify key quality assurance items on the jobsite. The presentation uses the International Building Code (IBC) and the MSJC (TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 & TMS 602/ACI 530.1/ASCE 6) as the primary references and it overviews related ASTM standards and inspection guides.

Attendees will learn code inspection requirements, proper placement of materials, mortar and grout, how to determine the compressive strength of masonry and appropriate severe weather procedures. This is an excellent course for those preparing for the ICC/TMS Structural Masonry Special Inspectors Certification Examination.

Topics covered will include: • Basic terms, inspection duties and responsibilities • Masonry material requirements including CMU, brick, mortar, reinforcement, connectors and grout • Mortar mixing • Basic construction including unit placement and tolerances • Reinforcement placement • Grouting • Testing of units, grout and prisms • Hot and cold weather construction

IMPORTANT: Registration includes a comprehensive set of handouts worth more than $150 and light refreshment breaks. Lunch is not included.

NOTE: Space is limited, so register early!

TMSWE Fee: $390 on or before 12/15/14; $480 after 12/15/14 and onsite

Questions about this program should be directed to Susan Scheurer with TMS. Ph: 303-939-9700 or Email info@masonrysociety.org.

For more information on TMS go to www.masonrysociety.org.