CAMTEC Core Classes
List of Classes: (Descriptions Further Below)
- Accounts Receivable Management & Collections
- AIA Contracts
- AIA Contracts & Contracts and Subcontracts (Combined class)
- Blueprint Reading I/Basic
- Blueprint Reading II/Intermediate
- Construction Industry Technician (CIT)
- Contracts and Subcontracts
- Estimating I
- Excavations the Grave Danger
- Fall Protection
- First Aid, CPR and AED (combined class)
- Lien Law/Payment Bonds
- OSHA 10 Hour
- OSHA 30 Hour
- MIOSHA 10 Hour
- Preparing Documents to Preserve Construction Liens and Payment Bond Claims
- Project Management Commercial/Residential Construction
- Scheduling & Planning
- Techniques for Controlling and Working on Delayed Projects: Scheduling and Legal Perspectives
- Additional Class Offerings
Class Descriptions
Accounts Receivable Management & Collections 
This seminar will take you through the four phases of the debt collection process: 1. The creation of the debt. 2. The delinquency period. 3. Litigation. 4. Post-judgment collections. Learn how to set up a project so that you get paid. We'll look at everything from the first call to the day you cash the check. Why sell if you can't collect? The goal of this seminar is to assist you in creating more favorable terms for your credit sales and teach you techniques to collect debts in-house. You will also gain an understanding of the litigation and judgment collection process. The seminar is recommended for business owners and those responsible for the monitoring of delinquent accounts.
Instructors:
Ronald B. Rich - Ronald B. Rich & Associates (bio)
Mark Merlanti, Esq. – Finkel Whitefield Selik (bio)
Schedule:
One day class, 8:30 am to 11:30 pm, Member fee: $105.00, Non-Member fee: $155.00
March 23, 2010 (ARC-10-03)
October 20, 2010 (ARC-10-10)
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This seminar instructs contractors and subcontractors on the use of AIA contracts, including design-build, construction management, and subcontract agreements. Special attention is paid to AIA A201, the most commonly used set of general conditions in the industry. Other topics include: contractual assignment of risk; owner, architect, contractor and subcontractor obligations; dispute resolution procedures; change orders; and key differences between the AIAs A201 and the new Consensus DOCs 200. This course is directed at those who negotiate and manage contracts, such as company owners, senior managers, and project managers.
Instructor:
R. Edward Boucher/ Barry Jensen - Kotz, Sangster, Wysocki and Berg, P.C. (bio)
Schedule:
One day class, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Member fee: $70.00, Non-Member fee: $120.00.
March 02, 2010 (AIA-10-02)
September 28, 2010 (AIA-10-09)
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AIA Contracts & Contracts and Subcontracts (Combined class)
See the individual descriptions for AIA Contracts and Construction Contracts & Subcontracts for more info.
Instructor:
R. Edward Boucher/ Barry Jensen - Kotz, Sangster, Wysocki and Berg, P.C. (bio)
Marty Burnstein, Law Offices of Marty Burnstein (bio)
Schedule:
One day class, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm, Member fee: $140.00, Non-Member fee: $190.00.
Sign up for combined class - free box lunch included (Lunch break: 12:05-12:25pm)
March 2, 2010 (AIA/CCS-10-02)
September 28, 2010 (AIA/CCS-10-09)
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Learn the basics of how to read and understand construction blueprints from actual project drawings. This is a basic course is a foundation for the Intermediate and Advanced Blueprint Reading courses offered by CAMTEC.
Instructor:
Chuck Bovair (bio)
Schedule:
Member fee: $400.00, Non-Member fee: $450.00
Eight classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
February 9&11, 16&18, 23&25, and March 2&4, 2010 (BP1-10-02)
OR
Eight classes on consecutive Thursday evenings from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
April 29 to June 17, 2010 (BP1-10-04) or
September 30 to Nov 18, 2010 (BP1-10-09)
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Blueprint Reading 2 / Intermediate
This course provides experience in exploring residential and light commercial construction documents. Fundamentals of Blue print Reading Part 1 are reinforced and used in the review and study of specific projects.
Emphasis is placed on three major evaluations.
- Understanding what is the project scope and intent. What is being constructed and how the Architect /Engineer is explaining the project.
- Understanding how the documents are formatted. How the Architect /Engineer conveyed information by symbols, lines, words and drawing organization.
- Understanding where individual components or trades are indicated. Where are specific elements such as structure, plumbing or electrical shown or indicated.
Five sets of documents are discussed over the length of the course by way of class discussion and review followed by assignments on the specific project with follow up and clarifications. The associated chapters in the text also explain the individual projects. The projects are a single story Brick Veneer Residence, a two story Commercial Building, a four story Multifamily Dwelling, a single story Branch Bank and a Wendy’s Restaurant. Prerequisite: Blueprint Reading 1 or prior experience reading blueprints needed.
Instructor:
Chris Dow - URS Corporation (bio)
Schedule:
Eight classes on consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Member fee: $400.00, Non-Member fee: $450.00
January 12 to March 2, 2010 (BP2-10-01) or
April 27 to June 15, 2010 (BP2-10-04) or
Sept 28 to Nov 16, 2010 (BP2-10-09)
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Construction Industry Technician (C.I.T.)
Developed by Clemson University and administered nationally, this course is ideal for new personnel or anyone interested in obtaining a broad knowledge of the construction industry. Upon completion, a standardized test will be given and sent to Clemson for grading. Students who achieve a passing score will become Certified Industry Technicians, and entitled to use the designation "CIT" after their name.
Instructor:
Richard Scheck - Frank Rewold & Son, Inc. (bio)
Schedule:
Eight classes on consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Member fee: $400.00, Non-Member fee: $450.00
March 10 to May 5, 2010 (CIT-10-03)
September 15 to October 27, 2010 (CIT-10-09)
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Construction Contracts & Subcontracts
Learn to review a contract with an owner or a subcontractor with a general contractor, without being an attorney. Know how to check for key provisions. What is a ‘pay when paid’ clause? How will disputes and claims be handled? What can I negotiate? Know before you start the work.
Instructor:
Marty Burnstein, Law Offices of Marty Burnstein (bio)
Schedule:
Half day class, 12:30pm - 2:30pm. Member fee: $70.00, Non-Member fee: $120.00.
March 2, 2010 (CCS-10-02) or
September 28, 2010 (CCS-10-09)
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Course Summary: Provides students with solid foundation in the academics of construction cost estimating. Prerequisite: Blueprint Reading I & II, or thorough blueprint reading experience.
Instructor:
Michael Woodhouse - United Consulting Services (bio)
Schedule:
Two day class, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Member fee: $375.00, Non-Member fee: $425.00
March 24 & 25, 2010 (E1-10-03) or
November 16 & 17, 2010 (E1-10-10)
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This workshop will provide an overview of MIOSHA Part 9, Excavations, Trenching and Shoring. In addition, the electrical hazards and applicable regulations associates will be discussed as well as identifying hazards at their workplace associated with mobile equipment. This will be followed by a question and answer session.
Instructor:
Patrick Sullivan - Construction Safety Consultant MIOSHA
Schedule:
One day class, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm, Member fee: $60.00, Non-Member fee: $60.00
March 11, 2010 (EGD-10-03)
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Attendees will review the MIOSHA Part 45 Construction Safety Standard for Protection including the latest OSHA and MIOSHA interpretations. Examination of recent fatal falls in construction and discussion of the latest fall protection techniques for construction will be covered. This will be followed by a question and answer session.
Instructor:
Patrick Sullivan - Construction Safety Consultant MIOSHA
Schedule:
One day class, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, Member fee: $90.00, Non-Member fee: $90.00
May 5, 2010 (FP-10-05)
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This course, presented and certified by the National Safety Council, teaches the principles of basic life support for adults, children, and infants. The course details how to perform one-rescuer CPR and rescue breathing, and how to manage choking in a conscious person. It also addresses infection control. The AED portion of the program details key precautions. It explains how AEDs work and why they’re a critical part of emergency cardiac care.
Instructor:
Safety Council SE Michigan
Schedule:
One day class, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, Member fee: $60.00, Non-Member fee: $60.00
January 13, 2010 (FCA-10-01)
March 10, 2010 (FCA-10-03)
May 19, 2010 (FCA-10-05)
September 22, 2010 (FCA-10-09) -THIS CLASS IS FULL/CLOSED-
November 10, 2010 (FCA-10-11)
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Marty Burnstein will explain the step-by-step approach to protecting contractor, subcontractor and supplier payment rights on private work under the Michigan Construction Lien Act and on Public work under the Michigan Bonding Act with an explanation of how to fill out all forms.
Instructor:
Marty Burnstein - Law Offices of Marty Burnstein (bio)
Schedule:
Half day class, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Member fee: $140.00, Non-Member fee: $190.00.
March 30, 2010 (LL-10-03) or
June 8, 2010 (LL-10-06) or
Oct 5, 2010 (LL-10-10)
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This program is designed to provide participants with a basic understanding of the hazards present in most construction projects. Participants will be able to identify, and then avoid, reduce, or eliminate job hazards. In addition, they will become more familiar with required record keeping and MIOSHA enforcement procedures. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are the most hazardous. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive an OSHA Construction Safety and Health 10-hour course completion card.
Instructors:
Joe Forgue – CAMSafety (bio)
Schedule:
9:00am-3:00pm - each day (2 day class)
Member & Non Member $150.00
June 2 & 3, 2010 (O10hr-10-06)
Oct 13 & 14, 2010 (O10hr-10-10)
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This course is for construction industry personnel and will cover OSHA policies, procedures and standards, as well as construction safety and health principles. Topics include the scope and application of the OSHA construction standards. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are the most hazardous, using OSHA standards as a guide. Upon completion of the course, the student will receive an OSHA construction safety and health 30-hour course completion card. In October OSHA revamped much of this course, this class has been updated to comply with those changes.
Instructor:
Joseph Forgue - CAMTEC Safety (bio)
Schedule:
Four day class, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, Member fee: $400.00, Non-Member fee: $450.00
February 23 & 25, Mar 1 & 4, 2010 (T & TH 1st wk) & (M & TH, 2nd wk) - (O30hr-10-02)
May 11, 13, 18, 20, 2010 (Tuesday & Thursday) - (O30hr-10-05)
November 02, 04, 09, 11, 2010 (Tuesday & Thursday) - (O30hr-10-11)
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This 10-hour program presents an overview of MIOSHA regulations for the construction industry. Detailed information is presented to enable the participant to develop an accident prevention plan as required by Rule 114 of MIOSHA Construction Safety Standard Part 1, General Rules. An overview of MIOSHA inspection procedures is presented, as well as the most frequently cited MIOSHA violations in the construction industry. Participants gain detailed information regarding construction and health standards relative to the industry. Students will receive both MIOSHA and OSHA 10-hour cards upon successful completion of the class.
Instructor:
Patrick Sullivan, Construction Safety Consultant - MIOSHA (bio)
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Member / Non-Member: $150.00
Two day class, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, Member fee: $150.00, Non-Member fee: $150.00
April 27 & 28, 2010 (010hr-10-04)
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Preparing Documents to Preserve Construction Liens and Payment Bond Claims
This class will provide hands-on document preparation to make sure that proper documentation is completed and issued to protect and enforce construction liens and rights to payment under project payment bonds. This course also provides some helpful review of the key requirements of the Michigan Construction Lien Act and Michigan law governing claims under project payment bonds. The benefits of this class can be enhanced by taking the Construction Lien and Payment Bond class.
Instructor:
Dennis Schultz - Butzel Long
Schedule:
Half day class, 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Member fee: $70.00, Non-Member fee: $120.00
May 4, 2010 (PPC-10-05) or
September 30, 2010 (PPC-10-09)
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Project Management Commercial / Residential Construction
Designed for new project managers and field personnel seeking to become project managers. All areas of project management will be covered.
Instructor:
Michael Woodhouse - United Consulting Services (bio)
Schedule:
Full day class, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Member fee: $250.00, Non-Member fee: $300.00.
March 3, 2010 (PM-10-03)
September 23, 2010 (PM-10-09)
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Addresses the consequences of poor planning and the benefits of proper planning. This session discusses the procedures to follow in the development of a detailed construction schedule, including: project phasing, activity lists, logic ties (predecessor and successor activities), activity duration, progress updates and revisions, and more. Also, the Primavera SureTrak Scheduling Program will be demonstrated during the class.
Instructor:
Michael Woodhouse - United Consulting Services (bio)
Schedule:
Half day class, 8:30 am to 1:30 pm, Member fee: $200.00, Non-Member fee: $250.00.
April 29, 2010 (SP-10-04)
October 7, 2010 (SP-10-10)
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Techniques for Controlling and Working on Delayed Projects: Scheduling and Legal Perspectives
This course provides attendees with practical techniques for managing delayed projects. Special attention is paid to CPM scheduling, the enforceability of modified schedules, and the contractual obligations of contractors, subcontractors, and owners. Topics include: Using the CPM schedule to overcome, mitigate or account for delay; subcontractor obligations under modified schedules; preserving your rights to recover delay costs; project record keeping requirements and techniques; time impacts of change orders and change directives; obtaining compensation through the lien and bond acts; the delay claim process.
Instructor:
R. Edward Boucher/Barry Jensen - Kotz, Sangster, Wysocki & Bergs, P.C. (bio)
Schedule:
Half day class, 8:30 am to 11:30 am, Member fee: $105.00, Non-Member fee: $155.00.
Mar 9, 2010 (TCDP-10-03)
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These classes are not routinely scheduled but are available either at CAMTEC or at member locations and/or jobsites:
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Asbestos Awareness Training
Construction trades routinely renovate and demolish buildings that were built prior to 1980. These construction activities often result in contact with asbestos-containing materials. Asbestos Awareness Training is required annually for employees whose work activities may involve contact but not disturbance of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM). A "2-Hour" Awareness card will be given to each participant.
Avoiding Electrocution in Construction
Putting one’s finger in a light socket does not make a lot of sense. Going into a 'charged' workplace can be almost as dangerous as falling into a pit of vipers. Avoid the obvious and not so obvious as we clarify some of the cautions you may be aware of on the jobsite.
Developing a Construction Safety & Health Management System (SHMS)
Are your workers wearing shorts to the jobsite? Are they wearing sporty or comfy shoes or the recommended OSHA-regulation steel-toed boots? Do your workers utilize fall protective bungees while working on tall beams? This course will change your view of safety and safe work habits forever. Fact-finding in this class will show that safe work habits will not only save you time and money, but life and limbs, as well.
When MIOSHA Visits: Top 25 Serious Violations in Construction
Session instructs those to spot employees and jobsites for key violations. This will be followed by a question and answer session.
MIOSHA Recordkeeping
Whether you have injuries or not, when you have 10 or more employees you are covered under MIOSHA Administrative Rules Part 11: Recordkeeping and Reporting of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. This session is designed to help you ensure that your organization complies with MIOSHA recordkeeping requirements. We'll discuss what makes an injury recordable, and actually fill out information to calculate rates and how to interpret them.
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