Education & Training
Since 1947 PCA has educated the leaders in the cement and concrete
industry. PCA courses are world-renowned for their depth and
breadth of technical knowledge and their insights into cutting-edge
technology. That heritage of excellence continues today through
a broad mix of traditional courses, customized programs, videotapes
and CD-ROM distance learning programs that qualify for CEUs
and AIA Learning Education Units.
Cement Industry Courses
Using a combination of practicing professionals with solid
experience and the latest in simulations, course participants
master the practical skills they need to make cement more efficiently,
more economically, and with as little impact to the environment
as possible. Click for course descriptions
and registration.
Concrete Industry Courses
Heavy emphasis on discovering and understanding real world
problems through laboratory experiences that reinforce practical
and immediate solutions. These courses can be used for credit toward NRMCA's CCP f designation. Click for course
descriptions and registration.
Distance Learning
PCA has a series of pre-programmed courses on
CD that fit your needs. Each is a completely self-contained
program of instruction ready for immediate use. Click
for more.
2009 Courses Schedule
- Kiln
Process (Tues-Fri) - February 10-13, 2009
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures - February 23-26, 2009
- Mill
Grinding (Tues-Thurs) - March 3-5, 2009
- Troubleshooting: Solutions to Concrete Field Problems - March 9-11, 2009
- Cement
and Concrete Overview - April 2-3, 2009
- ACBM/PCA Undergraduate Faculty Enhancement Workshop - TBD
- Kiln
Process (Tues-Fri) - Sept 22-25, 2009
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures - October 19-22, 2009
- Mill Grinding (Tues-Thurs) - October 27-29, 2009
- Troubleshooting: Solutions to Concrete Field Problems - November 2-4, 2009
- Cement Manufacturing for Process Engineers - December 8-11, 2009
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Concrete Technology E-Newsletter
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6 times a year, Concrete Technology includes information
on cement and concrete topics, decorative concrete, FAQs, resources,
training, events, and more. The former Education & Training
e-newsletter is now combined with Concrete Technology.
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The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) and the Portland Cement Association (PCA) have once again combined efforts to offer the seminar Pervious Concrete—A Stormwater Solution in four additional cities in 2008. The seminar has been offered in 28 cities over the last 2 years. The new 2008 seminars are scheduled for:
- November 18, 2008 — St. Louis, MO
- December 5, 2008 — Boise, ID
- December 10, 2008 — San Francisco, CA
- December 16, 2008 — Albuquerque, NM
For more information click here.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Exhibits: February 3-6, 2009
Seminars: February 2-6, 2009
University Outreach
The professors' workshop series is designed to
bring representatives from industry, research, and academia
together to provide innovative methods of teaching concrete
design and concrete materials in laboratories and classrooms
as well as to provide materials for teaching support. More.
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Customized Training
Delivered when and where you need it using the
same great course leaders and resources but tailored to your
specific situation. Saves money and time away from plant. Click
for more.
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