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The basis of purchase of ready mixed concrete is * A)  Volume as determined from me asured unit weight as delivered B)  Weight in tons C)  The rated capacity of the mixer drum D)  The volume calculated from form dimensions for a project  ——————————————–  If the specified strength is 3000 psi, which of the following  is true for strength test results for acceptance of concrete: *  A)  The average of three cylinders made from the same sample should be equal to or exceed 3000 psi B) Every individual test result should be equal to or exceed 3000 psi C)  The average of three consecutive tests should be equal to or exceed 2500 psi D)  The average of three consecutive tests A Certified Concrete Professional Career Track Course Send your non-technical staff to this essential course, so they can deal with these everyday concrete questions.   What will the Training Sessions be like? Each module provides the participant with a reference textbook. Each ½ day session has a workbook that each participant uses in the training session. The instructional format includes lecture, industry-specific simulations, role plays and case study analyses. The sessions are interactive and participatory. Participants are expected to be active in their own learning. All earn 2.4 CEU’s  What is expected of participants? Participants will be expected to come to class ready to learn and  with calculators and use basic math skills. Each session has a practice quiz (not graded) and review questions.  Who conducts the class?  Alan Sparkman, Tennessee Concrete  Association. Introduction to Concrete Fundamentals: Concrete 101.  Dec. 11-13, 2006, Indianapolis, IN 8 am - 5 pm daily. (Optional Exam held on: Sept. 13, 2006)  A required course for the new Certified Concrete Professional (CCP) Sales and Marketing Certificate career track.  Here’s what you’ll learn: Session 1 – Fundamentals of Concrete:  An overview of  concrete properties, to include plastic and hardened concrete, and the variables that influence concrete quality. Session 2 – Component Materials of Concrete:   An introduction to component materials and an explanation of their properties and interdependency in concrete. Session 3 – Proportioning Concrete Basics and Pre-Placement Conferences: Provides an understanding of proper mix designs and the methods and standards for quality mix proportioning. This session also includes pre-placement conferences: why they are critical, who should be involved, and the benefits to concrete producers and their cus- tomers. Session 4 – Batching, Mixing and Delivery: The requirements for batching, mixing and delivery of ready mixed concrete are covered in this session. Topics include yield, tolerances in slump, en- trained air, batch plants, batching control systems, concrete inspection and testing. Session 5 – Handling, Placing, Finishing and Curing Concrete: An overview of the proper procedures involved in consolidating and handling methods are included in this session. Specifically, transporting on site, forms, placement tips, curing, and precautions for hot and cold weather concreting are explored in detail. Session 6 – Basic Concrete Troubleshooting: This session includes troubleshooting issues such as workability, placeability, finishability, and the problems associated with cracking, crazing, and dusting. It also provides an explanation of troubleshooting yield and an introduction to addressing concrete strength concerns. Register Today and *learn the answers: For more course information, contact Tamara Waugh at 1-888-846-7622, ext. 1166 or by e-mail, [email protected]. For registration and travel information, contact Eileen Dick at 1-317-842-6302, or by e-mail, [email protected] Held at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 3912 Vincennes Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268 10th Year! Over 5000 attendees!

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The basis of purchase of ready mixed concrete is * A) Volume as determined from measured unit weightas deliveredB) Weight in tonsC) The rated capacity of the mixer drumD) The volume calculated from form dimensions for a project

 ——————————————– If the specified strength is 3000 psi, which of the following 

is true for strength test results for acceptance of concrete: * A) The average of three cylinders made from the samesample should be equal to or exceed 3000 psiB)Every individual test result should be equal toor exceed 3000 psiC) The average of three consecutive testsshould be equal to or exceed 2500 psiD) The average of three consecutivetests

A Certified Concrete Professional Career Track Course

Send your non-technical staff to this essential courseso they can deal with these everyday concrete question

 What will the Training Sessions belike? 

Each module provides the participant with a referencetextbook. Each ½ day session has a workbook that eachparticipant uses in the training session. The instructionalformat includes lecture, industry-specific simulations, roleplays and case study analyses. The sessions are interactiveand participatory. Participants are expected to be active intheir own learning. All earn 2.4 CEU’s

 What is expected of participants?Participants will be expected to come to class ready to learn and with calculators and use basic math skills. Each session has apractice quiz (not graded) and review 

questions.

 Who conducts the class?  Alan Sparkman, Tennessee Concrete Association.

Introduction to Concrete Fundamentals: Concrete 101. Dec. 11-13, 2006, Indianapolis, IN8 am - 5 pm daily. (Optional Exam held on: Sept. 13, 2006)

 A required course for the new Certified Concrete Professional (CCP)Sales and Marketing Certificate career track. 

Here’s what you’ll learn: 

Session 1 – Fundamentals of Concrete: An overview of concrete properties, to include plastic and hardened concrete,and the variables that influence concrete quality.

Session 2 – Component Materials of Concrete:  An introduction to component materials and an explanationof their properties and interdependency in concrete.

Session 3 – Proportioning Concrete Basics andPre-Placement Conferences: Provides an understanding of proper mixdesigns and the methods and standards for quality mix proportioning. Thissession also includes pre-placement conferences: why they are critical, whoshould be involved, and the benefits to concrete producers and their cus-tomers. 

Session 4 – Batching, Mixing and Delivery:The requirements for batching, mixing and delivery of ready mixed concrete

are covered in this session. Topics include yield, tolerances in slump, en-trained air, batch plants, batching control systems, concrete inspection andtesting.

Session 5 – Handling, Placing, Finishing and CuringConcrete: An overview of the proper procedures involved in consolidatingand handling methods are included in this session. Specifically, transportingon site, forms, placement tips, curing, and precautions for hot and coldweather concreting are explored in detail.

Session 6 – Basic Concrete Troubleshooting:This session includes troubleshooting issues such asworkability, placeability, finishability, and the problemsassociated with cracking, crazing, and dusting. It also provides

an explanation of troubleshooting yield and an introductionto addressing concrete strength concerns.

Register Today and *learn the answers: For more course information, contact Tamara Waugh at1-888-846-7622, ext. 1166 or by e-mail, [email protected]. For registration and travel information,contact Eileen Dick at 1-317-842-6302, or by e-mail, [email protected]

Held at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 3912 Vincennes Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268

10th YeaOver 500attendee

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Introduction to Fundamentals of Concrete: Concrete 101: CCSP Module 1 Technical Fundamentals for Non-Technical Staff Dec. 11-13, 2006, Indianapolis, IN, 8-5 daily Optional Exam: Dec. 13, 2006Instructor: Alan Sparkman, Tennessee Concrete Association

Copy 1 form for each registrant/event. Save copy for your files.Name ___________________________________________________ 

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Course fee:  NRMCA/IRMCA Member: $900.00 Non-Members: $1250.00

Course Location: Embassy Suites Hotel3912 Vincennes RoadIndianapolis, IN 46268

Phone: 317-872-7700

Hotel and travel are additional responsibilities of the participant. We ask that you do not make hotel and travel arrangements until youreceive your workshop confirmation.

Payment Method: Check (make check payable to IRMCA)

Mail registration form and check toIRMCA3500 DePauw Blvd, Ste 1081Indianapolis, IN 46268

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For credit card payment, fax form to:Eileen Dick, IRMCA, 317.872.6313

Payment must accompany registrations and must be madethree (3) weeks prior to class or a surcharge may apply.Credit card, check or P.O.# must accompany all registrations.

 You are responsible for making and paying for your own hotel andtravel arrangements. For your convenience, IRMCA contractedfor a block of sleeping rooms at discount prices.

Embassy Suites

3912 Vincennes RoadIndianapolis, IN 46268Phone: 317-872-7700IRMCA Rate: $109/night

 When calling Embassy Suites ask for IRMCA discount rate.Cutoff date for the discounted rate: November 10, 2006. Hotel rates and

availability cannot be guaranteed after cutoff date. Please make reservationsearly. Rates include a full, cooked to order breakfast each morning and twohour Manager’s Reception each evening.

 There is one major airport into Indianapolis, IN: the IndianapolisInternational Airport

 Taxis are available at the Indianapolis International Airport to transportyou to the Pyramids on the Indianapolis Northwest side.

Return flights should NOT be made before 7:00 PM on December 13, 2006.If you need driving directions, contact Eileen Dick at317-872-6302 or email her at [email protected]

Please Note: IRMCA reserves the right to close registration in order tonot exceed capacity, so early registration is encouraged. IRMCA reservesthe right to cancel the workshop. If that would happen, IRMCA willnotify registered participants by fax or e-mail by COB, Nov. 10, 2006.

IRMCA sends out confirmation to all attendees.

 A registrant can cancel once they register for the program.Course cancellations must be made in writing to:IRMCA3500 DePauw Blvd., Ste 1081Indianapolis, IN 46268

or fax to 317-872-6313Full cancellation refunds less a $70.00 administration fee for this course willbe extended until Nov. 10, 2006. All cancellations after Nov. 10, 2006 willnot be refunded. Fee cancellations cannot be transferred to a future class.For further information, contact Eileen Dick by e-mail [email protected]

 This program is part of the Certified Concrete Sales Professional Program(CCSP). NRMCA encourages attendees sit for the exam on the afternoon of September 13th. NRMCA also encourages attendees to participate inall four modules to achieve “CCSP” certification. ACI Level I or NRMCAConcrete Technologist Level II Certification is also required for CCSPCertification.

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