PROGRAM CATALOG - Ironworkers

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BRIDGE, STRUCTURAL, ORNAMENTAL AND REINFORCING IRON WORKERS

28th ANNUAL IRONWORKER INSTRUCTORS TRAINING PROGRAM

PROGRAM CATALOG JULY 2012

JULY 2012 PROGRAM CATALOG

A MESSAGE FROM GENERAL PRESIDENT WALTER WISE AND TSI/EXTERIOR WALL SYSTEMS PRESIDENT VICTOR CORNELLIER

On behalf of the National Training Fund Trustees, we would like to welcome you to the 28th Annual Ironworker Instructor Training Program. We conduct this annual training program to improve the knowledge and skills of our instructors, appren-

ticeship coordinators, business managers, contractors and owners.

Each year the National Training Fund and IMPACT upgrade existing courses and develop new courses for the program. This year we are offering several new courses including:

❱ Designing and Implementing Shop Training Programs

❱ Hazard Recognition: Preventing Falls in the Ironworking Industry

❱ Rebar Welding Certification —SMAW

❱ Metal Building Systems (new training package and building mock-up)

In 2011 for the first time IMPACT offered courses for our contractors. The feedback was so positive that in 2012 we will once again offer three, eight hour courses that include:

❱ Cost Estimating and Bidding is Not Rocket Science (offered on July 17th)

❱ Effective Project Management: The Project Leader (offered on July 18th)

❱ Getting Paid (offered on July 19th)

Ensuring that we have qualified instructors with up-to-date knowledge and skills will help us to continue to develop skilled ironworkers to meet the needs of our contractors. This will allow us to maintain our reputation as the most skilled, well-trained workforce in the construction industry.

If you have any questions regarding the information in this program catalog, or about the Ironworker Instructors Training Program, please do not hesitate to contact the National Training Fund office at (202) 383-4889.

Walter Wise Victor CornellierGeneral President & TSI/Exterior Wall Systems &National Training Fund Labor Co-Chair National Training Fund Management Co-Chair

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BRIDGE, STRUCTURAL, ORNAMENTAL AND REINFORCING IRON WORKERS | 1

Walter Wise

Victor Cornellier


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TABLE OF CONTENTSNATIONAL FUND TRUSTEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

NATIONAL FUND AND IMPACT STAFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

CALENDAR OF EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

PROGRAM INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

COURSE DESCRIPTIONSARCHITECTURAL AND ORNAMENTAL

Ornamental Wall Coverings and Glass Railing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ORN 8) . . . . . . . . . 10Miscellaneous Architectural & Ornamental Ironwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . (ORN 9) . . . . . . . . . 10

BUSINESS MANAGERS AND APPRENTICESHIP COORDINATORSAdvanced Business Manager Training Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(BMT 1) . . . . . . . . . 10New Apprenticeship Coordinator Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (APCOR 2) . . . . . . . . . 10

CONTRACTOR COURSESEffective Project Management: The Project Leader . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CONT 1) . . . . . . . . . 11Getting Paid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CONT 3) . . . . . . . . . 11Cost Estimating and Bidding is Not Rocket Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CONT 4) . . . . . . . . . 11

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGYIntroduction to Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CTC 1) . . . . . . . . . 12Computer Applications I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CTC 2) . . . . . . . . . 12Computer Applications II – Software Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CTC 3) . . . . . . . . . 13Apprentice Tracking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CTC 4) . . . . . . . . . 13Outlook E-mail for Apprenticeship Coordinators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (CTC 5) . . . . . . . . . 13

POST-TENSIONING CERTIFICATIONPost-Tensioning Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PT 1) . . . . . . . . . 14Bonded Post-Tensioning Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PT 2) . . . . . . . . . 14

REINFORCINGReinforcing Concrete for Your Apprenticeship Program . . . . . . . . . . . . (REF 4) . . . . . . . . . 14

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPrinciples of Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 1) . . . . . . . . . 15Instructional Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 2) . . . . . . . . . 15Testing and Evaluation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 3) . . . . . . . . . 15Communications Skills and Motivation Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 4) . . . . . . . . . 15Illustrated Presentations and Technical Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 6) . . . . . . . . . 16Working with Learners with Special Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 7) . . . . . . . . . 16



TABLE OF CONTENTSFacilitation Skills for Ironworker Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (PDC 9) . . . . . . . . .16

SAFETYApproved MSHA Instructor Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STC 2) . . . . . . . . . 17Hazardous Materials Instructor Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STC 4) . . . . . . . . . 17Rigging Trainer Development Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STC 6) . . . . . . . . . 18Conveyor Installation and Industrial Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STC 7) . . . . . . . . . 18Hazard Recognition: Preventing Falls in the Ironworking Industry . . . (STC 11) . . . . . . . . . 18

SPECIAL DEVELOPMENTTeaching the History of the Ironworkers Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 2) . . . . . . . . . 19Layout Instruments for Ironworkers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 3) . . . . . . . . . 19Ironworker COMET Train-the-Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 4) . . . . . . . . . 20Union Ironworkers: Survival of the Fittest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 8) . . . . . . . . . 20Mathematics for Ironworkers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 11) . . . . . . . . . 20Foreman Training for Ironworkers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 13) . . . . . . . . . 21Teaching Introduction to Blueprint Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 14) . . . . . . . . . 21Politics and Civic Participation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 16) . . . . . . . . . 21Green Construction Training for Ironworkers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 17) . . . . . . . . . 21Designing and Implementing Shop Training Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . (SDC 18) . . . . . . . . . 22

STRUCTURALMetal Decking and Bar Joists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STR 3) . . . . . . . . . 22Metal Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STR 7) . . . . . . . . . 22Structural Steel Erection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STR 9) . . . . . . . . . 22Hoisting & Rigging Techniques & Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (STR 10) . . . . . . . . . 23

WELDINGWelding: Ironworkers Welding Curriculum Implementation . . . . . . . . . (WEL 1) . . . . . . . . . 23National Welder Certification Program of North America . . . . . . . . . (WEL 2A) . . . . . . . . . 23National Welder Certification Program of North America . . . . . . . . . .(WEL 2B) . . . . . . . . . 23Certified Welding Inspector Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (WEL 4) . . . . . . . . . 24Certified Welding Inspector Course for Recertification . . . . . . . . . . . .(WEL 4B) . . . . . . . . . 25New Seismic Requirements for Structural Steel Welding . . . . . . . . . . . (WEL 5) . . . . . . . . . 25Hand Plasma Cutting and Gouging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (WEL 7) . . . . . . . . . 26Rebar Welding Certification—SMAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (WEL 9) . . . . . . . . . 26

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN CAMPUS MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUS MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38



NATIONAL TRAINING FUND TRUSTEES

LABOR TRUSTEES

Walter Wise Eric Dean Edward McHugh Joseph Standley General President General Secretary General Treasurer General Vice President

MANAGEMENT TRUSTEES

Victor E. Cornellier Dave McEuen William Brown William Livingston TSI/Exterior California Erectors, Inc. Ben Hur Quality Re-Steel, Inc. Wall Systems Construction Company



NATIONAL FUND AND IMPACT STAFF

Lee Worley Ed Abbott Frank Piccione Joseph Hunt, III Brian Caskey

VISIT THE IRONWORKER STAFF OFFICE AT WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE:

The Ironworker Office is in the Morris Lawrence (ML) building in room 130.

PHONE: 734.677.5394 or 734.677.5133 ■ FAX: 734.677.5396

Stacy Botner Christine Vermillion Alethea Pointer-Etinoff

Elisabeth Springer Cinthia Garnica

Israel Contreras

Dick Zampa California & Vicinity District Council

Rick Sullivan IMPACT



CALENDAR OF EVENTSTUESDAY, JULY 10, 20128:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration and room

check-in for Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) course participants at Eastern Michigan University (refer to EMU map in this catalog)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 11, 20128:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CWI course at Eastern

Michigan University Student Center

THURSDAY, JULY 12, 20128:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CWI course at Eastern


FRIDAY, JULY 13, 20128:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CWI course at Eastern


SATURDAY, JULY 14, 20127:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Registration and room check-

in for all participants at the University of Michigan (see U of M map in this catalog)

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CWI course at Eastern Michigan University Student Center

SUNDAY, JULY 15, 20128:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon CWI course at Eastern


9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Registration and room check-in for all participants at the University of Michigan (see U of M map in this catalog)

5:00 p.m. Opening General Session including dinner at the University of Michigan in the Michigan League required for all participants (see U of M map in this catalog)

MONDAY, JULY 16, 20126:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Breakfast served at Washtenaw

Community College in the Morris Lawrence Building (see the WCC map in this catalog)


8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Courses begin at Washtenaw Community College

TUESDAY, JULY 17, 20126:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Breakfast served at Washtenaw

Community College


8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Courses continue at Washtenaw Community College

5:00 p.m. Klein Tool BBQ at Washtenaw Community College (under the tent)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 20126:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Breakfast served at Washtenaw

Community College





5:00 p.m. Vendor Demonstrations and dinner in the Pavilion at Washtenaw Community College

THURSDAY, JULY 19, 20126:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Breakfast served at Washtenaw

Community College



5:00 p.m. Awards Session and dinner at Washtenaw Community College (in the Morris Lawrence Building)

FRIDAY, JULY 20, 20126:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Breakfast served at Washtenaw

Community College

7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CWI examination at Eastern Michigan University Student Center


SATURDAY, JULY 21, 20125:00 a.m. Participants depart for

home (more information on bus transportation from the University of Michigan to the airport to be provided)

NOTE: Each course meets daily and participants must attend all course sessions to receive credit for courses and to receive a completion certificate.

NOTE: Driving directions and maps for all three campuses are available on our website and all program participants should have copies before beginning travel. Go to www.ironworkers.org and go to the Apprenticeship Department.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS



PROGRAM INFORMATIONThis section of the program catalog contains information about the annual training program conducted by the National Ironworkers and Employers Apprenticeship Training and Journeyman Upgrading Fund (NIEATJUF) and Apprenticeship and Training Department, the mission of the Appren-ticeship and Training Department, the five-year certification program, and the annual program attendance policy.

ANNUAL IRONWORKER INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM

The goal of the National Training Fund’s annual Ironworker Instructors Training Pro-gram is to strengthen the knowledge and skills of our Ironworker Instructors, Appren-ticeship Coordinators and Directors, Busi-ness Managers, Employers and Owners. First conducted in 1985, the annual pro-gram offers a variety of technical, profes-sional and computer courses to meet the needs of our members.

Each year there are well over 40 courses taught by about 60 instructors. Our in-structors include outstanding profes-sionals from local unions, colleges, uni-versities, employers, and equipment manufacturers.

ATTENDANCE POLICYThe Trustees of the National Training Fund recognize the importance of the annual training program and therefore take atten-dance very seriously. The policy is that par-ticipants must attend all course sessions to receive credit for courses and to receive a completion certificate.

MISSION OF THE APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING DEPARTMENTThe mission of the Apprenticeship and Training Department is to ensure that our contractors and employers have union Ironworkers with the skills, knowledge, and training necessary to be safe on the job

site, competitive in the workplace, and sat-isfied in their careers.

We accomplish this mission by providing training and training materials, leadership, accreditation, and certification in order to uphold union values and the principles of service and professionalism.

We stand for:

❯ Unionism❯ Safety❯ Leadership

❯ Service❯ Integrity❯ Professionalism

QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMEach year the National Training Fund con-ducts instructor training activities. The ma-jority of these activities are carried out dur-ing the annual instructor training program. In addition, some train-the-trainer courses are offered at one or more of the three Re-gional Training Centers. The primary goal of these courses is to develop qualified instructors capable of implementing effec-tive Ironworker apprenticeship training and journeyman upgrading programs.

In an effort to recognize trained instructors, the National Training Fund implemented a Qualified Ironworker Instructor Certifi-cate program. The objective of this program is to recognize those Ironworker instructors who have completed specific professional and technical courses as part of the annual instructor training program.

The Ironworkers have a strong education and training system throughout the United States and Canada. The output of this sys-tem is a highly trained Ironworker able to meet the needs of our contractors and em-



ployers. This instructor certificate program complements the Ironworker Apprentice-ship Certification Program (IACP) in that both will help strengthen the quality of our apprenticeship programs.

An effective Ironworker instructor is one who has up-to-date technical knowledge and skills and who is able to competently conduct classroom and hands-on or shop training sessions. This certificate program recognizes this combination of technical expertise and professional training skills by requiring that the instructor complete a se-ries of courses in each of these areas.

During each annual instructor training pro-gram the participant is able to complete at least 40 hours of training. With over 40 pro-fessional and technical courses offered each year, the instructor is able to select those courses that will help him or her become a better instructor. In addition, there are some technical and professional train-the-trainer courses offered at the Regional Training Cen-ters (RTC). Beginning in January of 2007 those RTC train-the-trainer courses completed dur-ing 2007 and also offered during the annual program will be considered for meeting the requirements for this certificate.

In order to receive this certificate, the in-structor must have completed the follow-ing courses:

Professional Courses (100 hours): (Note that these courses are also required for the degree program with the National Labor College. As such, they are equivalent to a specific number of hours of college credit.)

❯ Principles of Instruction (PDC1 – 10 hours)

❯ Instructional Planning (PDC2 – 10 hours)

❯ Testing and Evaluation Strategies (PDC3 – 10 hours)

❯ Communications Skills and Motivation Techniques (PDC4 – 10 hours)

❯ Developing Instructional Media (PDC5 – 10 hours) (no longer offered) OR

❯ Facilitation Skills for Ironworker In-structors (PDC9 – 10 hours)

❯ Presenting Illustrated Lectures and Technical Demonstrations (PDC6 – 10 hours)

❯ Working with Learners with Special Needs (PDC7 – 20 hours)

❯ Teaching the History of the Ironwork-ers Union (SDC2 – 20 hours)

Technical courses (100 hours): Each year there are numerous technical courses that include but are not limited to the following:

❯ Structural❯ Welding❯ Ornamental❯ Reinforcing❯ Post-tensioning❯ Pre-engineered

metal buildings❯ Safety

❯ Instruments❯ Mine safety and

health (MSHA)❯ Rigging❯ Computer

applications

In order to meet the requirements to re-ceive the certificate, the instructor must complete at least 200 total hours of training. This will require approximately five years. The professional courses (100 hours) must include those listed above. The technical courses (100 hours) should be from those areas the instructor is ex-pected to teach at the local union. No course may be used more than once in or-der to be eligible to receive the certificate (i.e., if an instructor repeats a course, the course may only be counted once towards the certificate). There is no time limit on completing the requirements for this cer-tificate. Therefore courses completed in the past will count toward meeting the requirements of this certificate.

The steps in the application process include:

1. Request a transcript of your courses from the Apprenticeship and Training Department.

2. Complete the certificate application.3. Submit your application to the Ap-

prenticeship and Training Department.

Upon receipt, review and approval of the application, the instructor will receive a no-tification that the certificate will be given at the next instructor training program or the certificate may be mailed to the local union for presentation to the instructor.

The certificate will include the instruc-tor’s name and will indicate completion of the necessary courses to be considered a Qualified Ironworker Instructor. The certifi-cate will be signed by the General Presi-dent and will be suitable for framing.



ARCHITECTURAL AND ORNAMENTALOrnamental Wall Coverings and Glass Railing (ORN 8)

This 20-hour course will focus on types and installation of curtain wall, window wall, storefronts, entranceways and glass railing. In addition storage, safe handling, application of caulking and installation of glass will be taught. A portion of this course will consist of hands-on training. Work clothes are required for this course.

INSTRUCTORS: Rich Falasca, Eugene Matthews

Miscellaneous Architectural and Ornamental Ironwork (ORN 9)

This 10-hour course will focus on the installation of different types of doors, door closers, and anchors and fasteners. Participants will also learn how to install a revolving door. Portions of this course will be hands on, so bring work clothes.

INSTRUCTORS: Rich Falasca, Eugene Matthews

BUSINESS MANAGERS AND APPRENTICESHIP COORDINATORSAdvanced Business Manager Training Course (BMT1)

This 40-hour course is designed to further prepare Ironworker Business Managers to effectively carry out their job duties and responsibilities. Topics include conducting effective union meetings, managing local union finances, managing public perceptions of the Ironworkers, using the online local union membership system, maintaining communica-tions with members, speaking effectively in public, being familiar with the process of estimating and bidding contracts, managing a crisis, and handling grievances and jurisdictional disputes. Participation in this course is by invitation only.

INSTRUCTOR: Scott Malley

New Apprenticeship Coordinator Course (APCOR 2)

This 20-hour course is designed to help new (1st – 3rd year) Apprentice-ship Coordinators and Directors manage an apprenticeship program. Topics covered in this course include administering the program, man-aging the training facility, maintaining finances, meeting fiduciary re-sponsibilities, managing apprenticeship instructors, protecting instruc-tor liability, providing for effective on-the-job learning, and preparing for the Ironworker Apprenticeship Certification Program (IACP). Partici-pants will receive a copy of Ironworker Apprenticeship and Training Pro-grams: A Guide for Coordinators and Directors.

INSTRUCTORS: Paul Martinez, Mike Relyin, Jerry Wircenski

Architectural and Ornamental Ironworking

Ironworker Quality Construction Practices

Reference ManualReference Manual

International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers



❯❯❯❯❯❯❯NEW COURSE

CONTRACTOR COURSESEffective Project Management: (CONT 1) The Project Leader

This 8-hour (full day) course held on July 18 will focus on how to elevate project management performance and expectations based on FMI’s Proj-ect Leader Model. Explore the differences between Project Witnesses and Project Leaders and how contractors can foster these behaviors among their Project Managers to build best-in-class performance. This session will focus on building and creating powerful project teams, planning projects to maximize profits and customer satisfaction, understanding financial con-trols to enhance performance and developing profitable long-term cus-tomer relationships.

INSTRUCTOR: Richard Reese of FMI (Management Consultants for the Construction Industry)

Getting Paid (CONT 3)

This 8-hour (full day) course held on July 19 will focus on getting con-tractors paid. Contractors work long and hard to get work, particularly in today’s market. You get to know prospects, learn about project op-portunities, spend hours looking at cost information, put bids together and if all goes as planned, you are awarded the work. Then you get started, do the work, then oftentimes wait, and wait to be paid. And even worse, sometimes you do not receive the amount that you billed for a variety of reasons. This session is designed to help you to get paid on time, in full for the work completed. Key subjects for this program include the ins and outs of cash flow, key ingredients of credits and collections, the impact of change orders on cash flow, and finishing the project and getting paid.

INSTRUCTOR: Michael Clancy of FMI (Management Consultants for the Construction Industry)

Cost Estimating and Bidding is (CONT 4)

Not Rocket ScienceThis 8-hour (full day) course held on July 17 will focus on improving the estimator’s take-off skill, recognizing the total cost of the job, and using technology to improve the estimate. Construction estimating is not rocket science, but neither is it a walk in the park. It can be a time consuming effort that often yields less than desirable results or it can be an efficient use of one’s time that yields more favorable results. In order to be successful in winning work through competitive bidding, an estimator must prepare a thorough quantity take-off and apply the labor, material and equipment costs with the appropriate overhead and profit. Participants will be expected to bring portable computers with MS Excel installed so that they can participate in the afternoon hands-on activity

INSTRUCTOR: Lee Templin, P.E.

FUN FACT:The monthly daily average

temperature in Ann Arbor in

July is 72.6 °F (22.6 °C).




COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Introduction to Computers (CTC 1)

This 20-hour course is designed for participants who have never (or rarely) used a computer. Working in Microsoft Windows, participants will learn about common computer terminology, hardware, and soft-ware. This course is structured to maximize the student’s understanding of computers through a lecture-based and hands-on approach. Topics include: keyboarding, how to use a mouse, file management (how to create, save, move, delete, and manipulate files), basic word-process-ing (Microsoft Word), how to back up files to a CD and how to transfer files using a USB flash drive, how to set up an LCD projector, and how to send and receive e-mail. This course will NOT include PowerPoint, Access or Excel.

INSTRUCTOR: Chantée Geigan

Computer Applications I (CTC 2)

Upon completion of this 20-hour course, the participant will be able to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. The primary purpose of this course is to develop a level of comfort in creating and formatting documents (e.g., letters, handouts, PowerPoint presentations, and tests), adding graphics, how to capture and use content from the Internet, and more. The entire week will be filled with tips and tricks to make tasks easier. The participant will develop realistic course materials and present their solutions at the end of the week. Prerequisite for this course is Introduc-tion to Computers, or have computer experience that would qualify him or her for this course. Participants who have previously enrolled in this course, but have limited use of the software are strongly encouraged to enroll. Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through Pow-erPoint presentations and hands-on practice. Participants will receive a copy of the units of instruction and the PowerPoint presentation files. This course will NOT include Microsoft Access or Excel.

INSTRUCTORS: Linda Lancaster Meeks, Roman Meeks

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Computer Applications II – Software Integration (CTC 3)

This 20-hour course is designed for the participant who has completed the Computer Applications I course or has extensive experience with Microsoft Office. Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to use Excel and Outlook. Instruction on advanced formatting within Microsoft Word and PowerPoint will also be covered. Topics in-clude: the fundamentals of creating spreadsheets (e.g., mailing lists, in-ventory records, and grading systems), integrating blueprints and pho-to images, and how to use Internet content, contact list management, and appointment scheduling. The entire week will be filled with tips and tricks to make tasks easier. The participant will develop relevant training materials and present their solutions at the end of the week. Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through PowerPoint presentations and hands-on practice. Participants will receive a copy of the units of instruction and the PowerPoint presentation files.

INSTRUCTORS: Linda Lancaster Meeks, Roman Meeks

Apprentice Tracking System (CTC 4)

This 20-hour course for Apprenticeship Coordinators and Directors provides a hands-on orientation to the new online Apprentice Tracking System (ATS). Participants will learn how the ATS can help standardize and automate information needed to successfully track training activi-ties for apprentices and journeymen. Participants will learn how to add core apprentice and journeyman membership information, schedule courses, track on-the-job training, wage increases, certifications, and more. Additional topics on customizing your ATS to fit your training center’s needs as well as how to retrieve recorded membership informa-tion including certifications and work histories will be covered.

INSTRUCTOR: Michael Sampson

Outlook E-mail for Apprenticeship Coordinators (CTC 5)

This 10-hour course only for Apprenticeship Coordinators and Direc-tors provides a hands-on orientation to the Ironworkers International Outlook Web Access (OWA) e-mail system. Participants will learn how to log into OWA, change their password, read the e-mail screen, com-pose an e-mail, create an attachment, use the International’s e-mail ad-dress list, reply to an e-mail and much more. Participant’s are to bring their current OWA password.

INSTRUCTOR: Michael SampsonFUN FACT:Find great places to eat at

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POST-TENSIONING CERTIFICATIONPost-Tensioning Certification (PT 1)

This 40-hour course will cover the curriculum materials and instructors guide used to train Ironworker apprentices and journeymen on single-strand unbonded (mono-strand) post-tensioning systems. The primary purpose of this course is to prepare and train participants to pass the new Post-Tensioning Ironworker Certification exam for unbonded post-tensioning and to teach this course to apprentices and journeymen. At the conclusion of this course, a representative from the Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) will administer the certification exam. Those successfully completing this test will receive and will be qualified to teach this certi-fication course at the local level, enabling their apprentices to take the certification exam.

INSTRUCTORS: Albert T. Bass, Robert Bass

Bonded Post-Tensioning Certification (PT 2)

This 20-hour course will build on the fundamentals of post-tensioning taught in PT 1 and instructs the participant in the installation of bonded post-tensioning systems, including multi-strand and bar systems used in bridges, superstructures, and buildings. The course will use the Iron-worker training package including the instructors guide, and will en-compass installation, stressing, and grouting procedures. This course will conclude with all participants taking the Post Tensioning Institute (PTI) examination for certification of field personnel for Bonded Post-Tensioning. Those successfully completing the test will receive their certification credentials qualifying them to teach this course and ad-minister the certification test to their local members. Prerequisite – par-ticipants must have previously completed the PT 1 , Unbonded Post Tensioning Certification course.

INSTRUCTOR: Mike Relyin

REINFORCINGReinforcing Concrete for Your Apprenticeship Program (REF 4)

This 20-hour “train-the-trainer” course uses dynamic teaching tech-niques to introduce the Reinforcing Concrete for Ironworkers training package available from the National Fund. This course will introduce the reference manual, student workbook, instructors guide, blueprints, and DVD that contain the latest information on concrete reinforcing ma-terials, tools, and techniques. It is recommended that this course be taken prior to taking the PT 1 and PT 2 courses.

INSTRUCTOR: Ed Penna

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTPrinciples of Instruction (PDC 1)

This 10-hour course serves as one of two introductory courses for the Ironworker Instructors Training Program. This course provides the par-ticipant an opportunity to get up in front of the class and make a short presentation. Topics include: introducing and summarizing a classroom presentation, presenting an interactive presentation, presenting a dem-onstration, and questioning and reinforcement techniques. Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through interactive presentations and small-group activities. (Note: This course is mandatory for first-year participants.)

INSTRUCTORS: Kris Chatas, Kelley Gottschang

Instructional Planning (PDC 2)

This 10-hour course is critical to the effective training of apprentices and serves as the second of two introductory courses for the Ironworker Instructors Training Program. During this course, participants will learn how to plan and conduct courses within the local union’s curriculum. In addition they will learn how to develop a course syllabus, write learning objectives, plan for teaching the classroom and shop components of a course, use Ironworker training packages, and use basic audio-visuals (e.g. flipcharts and computer projectors). Participants will also learn how to administer tests, record test results, how to complete a grade book, and how to determine if an apprentice has passed a course. (Note: This course is mandatory for first-year participants.)

INSTRUCTOR: Connie Foster

Testing and Evaluation Strategies (PDC 3)

This 10-hour course in testing will assist instructors in developing and administering knowledge and skill tests. Participants will learn to plan for developing tests and then administering tests using multiple-choice, true-false, matching, and completion test items. Participants will also learn to administer and score performance or skill tests.

INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Nanette Philibert, Dr. Kim Nimon

Communications Skills and Motivation Techniques (PDC 4)

This 10-hour course is focused on techniques and strategies for moti-vating adult learners in an instructional setting and developing good communication and listening skills. This course also addresses the is-sue of classroom discipline and control. Role-playing and simulation activities are included. Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through PowerPoint presentations.

INSTRUCTOR: Mike Gentry

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Illustrated Presentations and Technical Demonstrations (PDC 6)

This 10-hour advanced course focuses on the development of the classroom skills for experienced instructors. Classroom instruction is delivered primarily through PowerPoint presentations and teaching demonstrations. Students MUST first complete PDC1 and PDC2 be-fore taking this course. All students should have three or more years of classroom teaching experience prior to entering the course. Students must bring (hard and/or electronic) copies of materials appropriate to deliver a technical presentation in their area of expertise (e.g., reference manual and instructor guide for a course they will teach). Students will prepare and deliver one or more presentations as a part of the course.

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Jeff M. Allen

Working with Learners with Special Needs (PDC 7)

This 20-hour course will focus on the challenges created for apprentice-ship instructors who work with learners with special needs in classroom and shop environments. Participants will become familiar with catego-ries of special-needs learners and general characteristics (e.g., learning disabled, limited English speaking, substance abuse, emotional prob-lems, and reading/math difficulties) as well as a menu of helpful instruc-tional strategies. Information on learning styles and teaching styles will also be addressed.

INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Michelle Wircenski, Dr. Gayle Dodson

Facilitation Skills for Ironworker Instructors (PDC9)

This 10-hour course will focus on facilitation and classroom training skills the participant can use to make classroom sessions more interac-tive and participatory. In this course, participants will learn how to de-velop and use small-group activities including case studies, role-plays, and team-building exercises. Participants will also learn how to facilitate brainstorming sessions and how to lead discussions. Participants will have several opportunities to apply their facilitation and training skills during practice sessions.

INSTRUCTOR: Jay Tweet

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SAFETYApproved MSHA Instructor Course (STC 2)

This 20-hour course will provide the participants with a detailed presenta-tion of the Federal Mine Safety & Health Administration’s (MSHA) training requirements (CFR Title 30, Part 46, and Part 48) for personnel employed at mine facilities. It will introduce the participants to the training materials developed by the National Fund and MSHA, including an overview of a surface mine operation (conveyors, ball mills, crushers, etc.). Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through Power-Point presentations. Participants will receive a copy of the units of instruction and the Power Point presentation CD-ROM. Upon completion of the course, the partici-pant’s name will be submitted to the Department of Labor for approval as an instructor of Surface or Underground Mining Training. A resume that details teaching and work experiences related to mining operations are both required to be presented the first day of class. Any local union that would like to have an instructor attend this course must have sub-mitted a current Red Cross (or equivalent) certification and the National Fund OSHA 500 Instructor card by Thursday, July 5, 2012 to the Safety Department, attention Stacy Botner. If a participant shows up to take this course without submitting the proper credentials on time, they will be refused a seat in the MSHA course. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS!

INSTRUCTORS: Jack Gavett, Joe Hunt III, Neal McKelligan

Hazardous Materials Instructor Update (STC 4)

This 10-hour course is designed not only for Ironworker instructor par-ticipants who have completed the Hazardous Materials Training for Ironworkers, but also for Ironworker instructors who do not teach haz-ardous waste and who are interested in the subject matter. The course is designed to familiarize the new course structure developed by CPWR; refresh and increase the instructors’ knowledge of the type, nature, and physiological effects of hazardous waste; develop new attitudes toward health and safety; increase safety conscious behaviors for work in haz-ardous waste sites; and renew and familiarize members with the person-al protective equipment used on hazardous waste sites. To accomplish these objectives, the course design integrates small group activities, hands-on workshops, site simulation exercises, demonstrations, discus-sions, lectures, and audio-visual aids. This instructor’s guide will help you incorporate each lesson’s components for a successful and effective experience. For those participants requiring Hazardous Materials Re-certification they will be able to register for the Professional or Techni-cal Development courses in their areas of interest for the remaining six hours of each day to fulfill the requirements for recertification.

INSTRUCTOR: George Newman

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Rigging Trainer Development Program (STC 6)

This 20-hour “Trainer Development Program” will cover fundamental and advanced rigging concepts, with emphasis on proper rigging tech-niques per ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers), OSHA, and manufacturer’s recommendations. Classroom instruction will incor-porate PowerPoint presentations, a computer tools demonstration of the various Crosby Rigging CD-ROMs that may be used for training and reference, and the opportunity to work in a workshop setting to solve various real-world rigging problems. Participants will be alerted to the CDAC Subpart CC addition to the federal code and instructed on the B30.9 “Sling” update and the B30.26 “Rigging Hardware” standard that went into effect in 2006. Selection and application of blocks and plate clamps will be discussed and rigging math will be emphasized. After completion of the course the participants will leave with the following Crosby training materials: Crosby Training Workbook, 18-panel Rigging Card, CD-ROM for a 7-hour PowerPoint presentation, Crosby CD-ROM 2011 Catalog with built-in rigging calculators, Block DVD, Steel Erection Standard PowerPoint CD, B30.26 and B30.9 CD-ROM with workbook printing capabilities, Plate Clamp DVD and CD-ROM User’s Guide for Lifting.

INSTRUCTOR: The Crosby Group - John Newby

Conveyor Installation and Industrial Maintenance (STC 7)

This 20-hour course will provide the participant with an overview of the installation of, and theory behind various types of conveyor equipment used in the manufacturing sector. It will also cover the theory and prac-tice behind industrial maintenance techniques on various mechanical installations in this sector. Hands-on participation will also be a compo-nent of this course. Note: Work clothes will be required for this course.

INSTRUCTOR: Ray Simpson, Ed Trunick

Hazard Recognition: Preventing Falls in the Ironworking Industry (STC 11)

This 10-hour course presents three training tools for apprentice train-ers to use to address hazard recognition, ladder safety, and fall pre-vention in an interactive and participatory format with their appren-tices. The three training tools include the Construction Site Ladder (CSL) exercise, the Extension Ladder Set-up and Use Checklists, and the Hazard Recognition Training using degraded images. The three training tools are a vehicle to encourage active participation and dis-cussion among apprentices regarding safety issues they encounter on the job. Instructors use the materials in the curriculum as a jumping off point for relevant events and experiences they have encountered in their home region. Instructors are expected to participate actively in the discussion throughout and to lead the evaluation of one hazard recognition image. Bureau of Labor Statistics data on risks for falls in the construction industry will be summarized. Evaluation results from a



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prior test of this curriculum will be briefly described. Materials will be provided for apprentice trainers to implement and evaluate this train-ing in their locals. A complete set of training materials for the three exercises will be provided in print and in electronic form (on a CD). In addition stereo images on View-Master reels will be provided in sufficient quantity for every apprentice trainer to conduct a class with these reels, (e.g. 20-30 sets of View-Master reels per instructor). One View-Master viewer will be provided to each trainer. (Each local will have to purchase viewers for their apprentice training courses. Both the viewers and reels are re-usable.)

INSTRUCTORS: Joe Hunt III, Ted Scharf

SPECIAL DEVELOPMENTTeaching the History of the Ironworkers Union (SDC 2)

This 20-hour course will enable the participants to teach the history of the Ironworkers Union as well as discuss major events in American labor history. The evolution of construction technologies and the effect these changes had on our union will also be examined. A copy of “A 110-Year History of the Iron Workers Union” will be provided free-of-charge to each participant. Classroom instruction will also include video and Pow-erPoint presentations.

INSTRUCTORS: William Hohlfeld, Michael Richards

Layout Instruments for Ironworkers (SDC 3)

This 20-hour course will provide the skills needed to use layout equip-ment during the erection of all facets of the ironworking trade (e.g., structural steel, precast concrete, curtain wall/window wall, metal build-ings, and rebar). The course features hands-on training using several different types of instruments. Classroom instruction and hands on ex-ercises will be based on presentations from the Layout Instruments for Ironworkers training package and DVD. Each participant will receive a training package and DVD. Work clothes are required for this course.

INSTRUCTORS: William J. Michelini, Russell Gschwind

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Ironworker COMET Train-the-Trainer (SDC 4)

This 20-hour course will enable the participants to deliver the Construc-tion Organizing Membership Education Training (COMET) program for Ironworkers, developed for the AFL-CIO Building and Construction Trades Department by Cornell University and the National Labor Col-lege. COMET is an important prerequisite to an effective construction-organizing campaign in that it emphasizes membership awareness and enlists broad support for organizing activities. Participants will receive a set of materials for conducting Ironworker COMET courses in their District Council and/or Local Unions.

INSTRUCTORS: Don Zampa, Chad Rink

Union Ironworkers: Survival of the Fittest (SDC 8)

The future of union construction depends on every journeyman and ev-ery apprentice. In this 10-hour course, participants will learn, in a very interactive environment, how to provide every apprentice and journey-man with the necessary skills, attitudes, and behaviors that it takes to compete and succeed in our industry. This course is based on the popu-lar book of the same name by Mark Breslin. Participants will receive a copy of the Survival of the Fittest book, Workbook, Discussion Guide, and Instructor’s Guide. Participants will also receive a presentation notebook and a CD containing the PowerPoint files used in the course as well as several helpful documents to help them conduct this course for apprentices and journeymen at their local unions. Participants in this course should also enroll in PDC 9 – Facilitation Skills for Ironworkers.

INSTRUCTOR: Chad Rink

Mathematics for Ironworkers (SDC 11)

This 10-hour course is designed to provide the participant with tech-niques and strategies to teach basic numerical processes including whole numbers, common and decimal fractions, percentages, aver-ages, exponents, roots, ratios and proportions, linear, area, circular and volume measurements and their Ironworker applications. The course will also include an introduction to geometry and trigonometry and their Ironworker applications. The focus of this course is working math problems. Participants MUST bring a SCIENTIFIC calculator for use dur-ing this course. These calculators are relatively inexpensive. Participants will receive a set of the “Mathematics for Ironworkers” materials they can use to teach math at their local union.

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Foreman Training for Ironworkers (SDC 13)

This 20-hour course is designed to develop skilled Ironworker foremen. During this course, the participants will learn the roles and responsibili-ties of the foreman. In addition, they will learn how to create an effective work team, communicate effectively, apply problem-solving skills, docu-ment and maintain records, maintain labor-management relations, plan and schedule work, implement a safety program, and ensure the quality of work. Participants will receive a set of the Foreman Training materials (reference manual, instructor guide, CD-ROM) so that they can conduct this course for apprentices and journeymen.

INSTRUCTOR: Frank Piccione, Jim Creegan, George Facista

Teaching Introduction to Blueprint Reading (SDC 14)

This 10-hour course is designed to assist the apprenticeship instructor in the delivery of content related to the basic principles of blueprint reading using the Introduction to Blueprint Reading materials. Strate-gies and techniques will be demonstrated to help the apprentice in-structor not only introduce the basic elements of blueprint reading to the apprentice, but also introduce the apprentice to the various types of blueprints used on the jobsite including; civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, and conveyor.

INSTRUCTOR: Jim Gallik

Politics and Civic Participation (SDC 16)

Numerous political issues have direct impact on the economic situa-tion of Ironworkers. Government negotiated project labor agreements, prevailing wage laws, and infrastructure funding are some of the more obvious examples. The need for Ironworkers to be informed and engaged in the political arena is absolutely necessary to protecting a secure quality of life. This 10-hour course will provide a comprehensive look at the key issues affecting Ironworkers, techniques for engaging members in politics, and technological tools available to local unions for mobilizing the mem-bership. Participants will receive copies of the Political Activist Guide and a training manual to use in conducting training at their local unions.

INSTRUCTORS: Dave Kolbe, David Carpio

Green Construction Training for Ironworkers (SDC 17)

This 10-hour course is designed to provide the participant with an under-standing of what is meant by “green construction” and the implications for the ironworking trade. Major topics covered in this course include green energy vs. green building, USGBC and the building life cycle, five main areas of green building standards, LEED accreditation, and LEED certifica-tion. . Participants will receive a set of the Green Construction Training for Ironworkers materials (reference manual and CD) so that they can conduct this course for apprentices and journeymen at their local unions.

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Designing and Implementing Shop Training Programs (SDC 18)

This 20-hour course is designed for fabrication shop personnel respon-sible for managing the training of shop ironworkers. This course will focus on the design and implementation of various training options including formal training, one-on-one mentoring, and registered apprenticeship programs. Participants will also learn how to use the Training and Fabrica-tion for Shop Ironworkers, the newly developed Supervisory Training for Shop Ironworkers, and other ironworker training packages as part of shop training programs.

INSTRUCTOR: Erik Schmidli

STRUCTURALMetal Decking and Bar Joists (STR 3)

This 10-hour course will provide the participants with a background in the handling and installation of metal decking and bar joists. Safety, rig-ging, installation techniques, welding, and fastening will all be covered. This course will also include hands-on instruction for deck-welding cer-tifications and stud welding. Deck-welding certification will be complet-ed in an outside work area, so work clothes will be required.

INSTRUCTORS: Jeff Norris and Bryan Brady

Metal Buildings (STR 7)

This 20-hour course has been totally revised and is based on a new training package. This course will also use a new 20x30 metal building along with several mock-ups (roof and wall). Course content will focus on preparing to erect metal building systems; unloading, laying out and storing materials; reading drawings; erecting structural steel; install-ing wall panels, trim and flashing; installing roof insulation, panels and ridge caps; installing gutters, downspouts, rake trim and peak boxes; and installing doors and windows. A high percentage of this course will consist of hands-on work with a new, full size metal building. Classroom instruction will include presentations from the training package DVD. Work clothes are required for the hands-on portion of this course.

INSTRUCTORS: Mike Mansfield, Dane Bowers

Structural Steel Erection (STR 9)

The objective of this 20-hour course is to enable participants to build a structural steel erection program to meet the participant’s needs, with the goal of enhancing their overall work performance. Topics covered will be taken from the Structural Training package with emphasis on general safe erection practices and procedures, tools and equipment, planning and scheduling, material handling, bolting up and plumbing and aligning.

INSTRUCTORS: Jeff Norris, Bryan Brady




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Hoisting & Rigging Techniques & Applications (STR 10)

This 10-hour course is designed to provide the participant with an over-view of the material in our Rigging and Crane manuals. The Rigging manual includes fiber rope, reeving, wire rope, rigging hardware, slings, chains, tools, devices, and hydraulic gantry systems. The Crane manual includes principles and quadrants of mobile cranes, load charts, capac-ity factors, pre-lift planning, and tower and kangaroo cranes. There will also be a more detailed study of selected units of instruction from the manuals. Classroom instruction will be delivered primarily through pre-sentations from the training package DVD.

INSTRUCTOR: Ray Simpson, Jim Creegan

WELDINGWelding: Ironworkers Welding Curriculum Implementation (WEL 1)

The participants in this 20-hour course will receive specialized train-ing from representatives of the Lincoln Electric Company consisting of related classroom instruction and hands-on training, incorporating the Ironworkers curriculum. Each participant will receive the complete new NTF Welding curriculum package. Lincoln Electric and Harris will provide additional curriculum and support material for this course. Participants must wear appropriate welding work attire (including long sleeve shirts).

INSTRUCTORS: Lincoln Electric - Jason Schmidt, Alex Tocco

National Welder Certification Program of North America (WEL 2A)

This intensive 20-hour course has been designed to accommodate en-rollment in other courses, while still mastering technological changes in the welding industry (see WEL 2B for more information). Participants must wear appropriate welding clothes (including long sleeve shirts).

INSTRUCTORS: Miller Electric - Rex Hardman Mike McDonald and Todd Anderson

National Welder Certification Program of North America (WEL 2B)

This 40-hour course, taught by representatives of the Miller Electric Manufacturing Company, the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology, along with representatives of the Iron Workers National Fund, will up-date participants on technological changes in the welding industry. Us-ing Miller and Smith Equipment, the participants will have the oppor-tunity to test and inspect various National SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding procedures on plate and pipe. Upon successful completion of each test, the participant will receive a corresponding National Welder




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Certificate and identification card. GTAW and GMAW-P will be intro-duced on miscellaneous metals. Participants who are certified weld-ers will learn advanced inverter technology, troubleshooting welding equipment and systems, and multi-process use of newer equipment. Instruction will be delivered primarily through PowerPoint presentations and hands-on training. Participants must wear appropriate work clothes (including long sleeve shirts).

INSTRUCTORS: Miller Electric - Rex Hardman Mike McDonald and Todd Anderson

Certified Welding Inspector Course (WEL 4)

This course and the CWI examinations are very challenging. A prereq-uisite for this course is the Certified Welding Inspectors Prep Course (WEL 3). This intensive course reviews the subjects the participants are required to know in order to pass the three American Welding Soci-ety (AWS) Certified Welding Inspectors (CWI) tests. The participant is expected to study the Welding Inspection Technology textbook and complete the exercises in the accompanied workbook PRIOR to at-tending this CWI course. In addition, be familiar with the AWS 2010 D1.1 Structural Welding Code book. The CWI candidate is expected to begin studying the material well in advance of this course.

This course starts at 8:00 a.m. and meets every day for eight hours, including four hours on Sunday. The WEL 4 (CWI) course will begin on Wednesday July 11, 2012 and conclude on Thursday, July 19, 2012. A representative of the American Welding Society will administer the CWI examination to the participants on Friday July 20, 2012.

The Welding Inspection Technology textbook, accompanying work-book, Structural Welding Code (D1.1 2010) as well as other reference manual required for this course should be purchased immediately, at a discounted price, through the National Fund Office. Only checks made payable to the National Fund from the Local JATC, TIC, or Local Union will be accepted. Enrollment in this course will be limited to 20 partici-pants. Prerequisite: CWI Prep course or previous CWI course.

Required textbooks and calculators to be brought to the course by participants:

❱ AWS D1.1 2010 Structural Welding Code-Steel (this is the only revision of the AWS D1.1 that will be reviewed in class)

❱ Welding Inspection Technology (WIT) and workbook❱ Texas Instruments TI-30X or TI-30Xa Calculator❱ QC1 Standard for AWS Qualification of Welding Inspectors❱ AWS A3.0 Standard Welding Terms and Definitions❱ AWS A2.4-Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and NDT❱ AWS B1.10 Guide to the Nondestructive Inspection of Welds❱ AWS B1.11 Visual Inspection of Welds❱ Welding Inspection Handbook (supplied by National

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INSTRUCTORS: Rick Munroe, Joe McGloin

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Certified Welding Inspector Course for Recertification (WEL 4B)

This review course is designed to prepare previously certified welding participants for their 9-year recertification examination. This course will meet as part of the WEL 4 course and will be held on the same dates as the WEL 4 course. A representative of the American Welding Society will administer the required section of the CWI examination to partici-pants on Friday, July 22, 2011. For information regarding manuals and materials required for this course, see WEL 4 course description.

INSTRUCTORS: Rick Munroe, Joe McGloin

New Seismic Requirements for Structural Steel Welding (WEL 5)

This 20-hour course presented by representatives of the Lincoln Elec-tric Company covers the latest seismic (earthquake) requirements for structural steel welding. The classroom and hands-on instruction fo-cuses primarily on the AWS D1.8 recommendations for FCAW welding; electrodes, qualification, design and fabrication. This course is recom-mended for areas with seismic requirements. Participants will receive an AWS D1.8 code book and have the opportunity to complete the certification welding test. Certification will be based on successful com-pletion of weld test examination. Participants must wear appropriate welding work clothes (including long sleeve shirts).

INSTRUCTORS: Lincoln Electric - Karl Hoes, Alex Tocco



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Hand Plasma Cutting and Gouging (WEL 7)

This 10-hour course covers in detail the safe and proper use of hand plasma cutting equipment for both cutting and gouging applications. The course entails specialized training by representatives of ESAB that are experts in the use of this product. There will be strong emphasis on how to prop-erly select plasma equipment for the job at hand and in how to operate the equipment properly and realize the most from it. New for this year will be an increased hands-on content for 70% of the course. In addition to expanded plasma gouging practice and applications we will be adding instruction on how to use plasma accessories to do plate edge beveling and prep and how to set up simple tractor type mechanized cutting systems. Students will be given an instructor’s manual, commented copies of presentations and supporting CD-ROM’s

INSTRUCTORS: ESAB - Robert C. Fernicola, Doug Smith

Rebar Welding Certification—SMAW (WEL 9)

This 20-hour course presented by representatives from Lincoln Electric covers the latest techniques for welding of rebar applications. The classroom and hands-on instruction will focus on AWS D1.4 recommendations for SMAW welding; structural details, workmanship, techniques, electrodes and inspection. Participants will receive an AWS D1.4 code book and have an opportunity to complete a welding certification weld test. Certification will be based on successful completion of weld test examination. Participants must wear appropriate welding work clothes (including long sleeve shirts). This course is limited to 10 participants.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSTHE NATIONAL TRAINING FUND TRUSTEES GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE SUPPORT OF THE 2012 IRONWORKER INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM BY THE FOLLOWING COMPANIES, ORGANIZATIONS, COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.

AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY MIAMI, FL

ANN ARBOR AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ANN ARBOR, MI

APPLIED BOLTING TECHNOLOGY BELLOWS FALLS, VT

BARSPLICE PRODUCTS INCORPORATED DAYTON, OH

BOND BEBEE BETHESDA, MD

CPWR - THE CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH AND TRAINING SILVER SPRING, MD

CLEAN AIR AMERICA ROME, GA

THE CROSBY GROUP TULSA, OK

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY YPSILANTI, MI

ESAB WELDING AND CUTTING FLORENCE, SC

EZE BEND HERMISTON, OR

GARCO BUILDING SYSTEMS AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA

GILSANZ, MURRAY, STEFICEK, LLP NEW YORK, NY

GOTHAM CLEVELAND, OH

HARRIS PRODUCTS GROUP MASON, OH

HILTI INCORPORATED TULSA, OK

HYPERTHERM HANOVER, NH

HYTORC MAHWAH, NJ

IRONWORKER MANAGEMENT PROGRESSIVE ACTION COOPERATIVE TRUST (IMPACT) WASHINGTON, DC

IRONWORKERS LOCAL 25 DETROIT, MI

KLEIN TOOL INC. LINCOLNSHIRE, IL

LINCOLN ELECTRIC COMPANY CLEVELAND, OH

MAX USA CORPORATION LONG ISLAND, NY

METABO WEST CHESTER, PA

MILLER ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING COMPANY APPLETON, WI

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (MSHA) UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

PACIFIC LASER SYSTEMS SAN RAFAEL, CA

PIPEMASTER TOOLS MILL CREEK, WA

POST TENSIONING INSTITUTE FARMINGTON HILLS, MI

RED-D-ARC MULTI-LOCATIONS

ROBOVENT CLAWSON, MI

SKIDMORE-WILHELM MANUFACTURING COMPANY CLEVELAND, OH

SMITH EQUIPMENT WATERTOWN, SD

TIGER INDUSTRIES CORPORATION HOUSTON, TX

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN ANN ARBOR, MI

WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE ANN ARBOR, MI



INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIESDR. JEFF M. ALLEN Professor and Di-rector for the Center for Knowledge Solu-tions, is a distinguished teacher and scholar in the area of learning and perfor-mance innovation. His research includes over fifty publications including articles, monographs, curriculum guides, and chapters. Jeff has been a faculty member at the University of North Texas since

1994 and currently serves in the Department of Learning Tech-nologies at the University of North Texas. Jeff has worked with the annual Ironworker Instructors Training Program since 1999.

TODD C. ANDERSON became an ap-prentice member of Local Union 27 in 1975, obtaining journeyman status in 1978. He worked in the field for 27 years for many contractors in the state of Utah. He became a full-time instructor for Lo-cal 27 in 2001. He obtained his CWI & CWE in 2002. He is the senior welding instructor, plus one of the Wind Turbine

Instructors for Local 27.

ALBERT T. BASS became an apprentice in Local Union #1, Chicago, Illinois, in 1968. In 1999 after being an apprentice instructor for 22 years, Al became the apprenticeship coordinator for Local Union #1. In addition, he has instructed apprentices for Local Union #465, Kanka-kee, Illinois, for 5 years. Prior to becom-ing apprenticeship coordinator, he was a

superintendent for Gateway Construction Company. Al has been an instructor for the National Fund since 1986, and taught classes in the Special Forces where he was a Green Beret. Al has also assisted in the development of video mod-ules on post-tensioning, and instructor course material on mono-strand post-tensioning.

ROBERT J. BASS has been a member of Local Union #1, Chicago, Illinois, since 1985, and completed his apprenticeship in 1988. Bob works in all facets of the trade, from installing rebar to connect-ing steel. In addition, he has been fore-man, general foreman, and superinten-dent for various contractors. Bob has been an apprentice instructor since

2001. He is a certified Haz/Mat, lead, OSHA 500, Subpart R, MSHA, mono-strand post-tensioning, and CROSBY instruc-tor, as well as being the structural steel instructor for 9 years.

DANE BOWERS has been a member of Ironworkers Local #340, Battle Creek, Michigan since 1970, and completed his apprenticeship in 1974. Dane has worked as a foreman, general foreman, and su-perintendent for Steel Con, Inc. – a metal building contractor for more than 25 years. He served as an instructor and ap-prenticeship coordinator from 1997 until

September of 2010, and is currently retired. He is a Master OSHA 500 Instructor, and also is qualified as a train-the-train-er in hazardous material handling and scaffold training includ-ing erecting dismantling, and using. He is also a qualified to train trainers in asbestos awareness training, lead awareness training, air monitoring, and confined space training.

BRYAN BRADY began his career as an Ironworker in 1984 with Local 40 in New York City. He worked part time from 1984-1988 while he attended St. John’s Univer-sity. In 1988 he received his Bachelor of Science degree from St. John’s School of Business Administration and began Iron-working full time. In 1990 Bryan complet-ed his apprenticeship with the honor of

being named Apprentice of the Year for Local 40. In 1993 he worked as a welder during the repair of the World Trade Cen-ter and from 2001-2003 he was a general foreman during the clean up and rebuilding of the WTC site. In 2002 he began teaching for the Local 40 and 361 Joint Apprentice Commit-tee and in 2005 became the apprentice coordinator.

KRIS CHATAS is a mathematics instruc-tor at Washtenaw Community College (WCC). In addition to her teaching du-ties, Kris serves as chair of the mathe-matics department at WCC. Kris has been involved in teaching for the trades for the last seven years. In addition, she has done frequent professional devel-opment seminars for high school math-

ematics teachers in Southeastern Michigan specializing in effective student engagement methods.

DAVID CARPIO is the AFL-CIO’s Na-tional Political Education Coordinator. As the Political Training Coordinator for the AFL-CIO, he initiated the federation’s Po-litical Action Training Program, conduct-ing training sessions and developing re-sources for unions on mobilizing tactics and political messaging. He also devel-oped the first online training program for



the AFL-CIO, significantly expanding the reach and depth of Labor’s training capacity. In 2008, he served as the National GOTV (Get-Out-The-Vote) Coordinator for the Labor 2008 Election Campaign, coordinating member mobilization in over 20 states over the final two months of the campaign.

MICHAEL CLANCY is a senior consul-tant with FMI, management consultants and investment bankers for the engineer-ing and construction industry and works with companies across the country to help them leverage their unique organizational resources and capabilities to build com-petitive advantage. Mike’s key focus areas are developing corporate strategies and

improving the work acquisition results of his contractor cli-ents. Mike holds a bachelor of science with highest honors in construction management from the Rinker School at the Uni-versity of Florida. He also holds a master of business admin-istration with concentrations in finance and competitive strat-egy from the Hough Graduate School of Business at the Uni-versity of Florida, also with highest honors.

JAMES J. CREEGAN III began his iron-working career in 1986 with Local Union #45, Jersey City, NJ. After completing his apprenticeship, he worked at all fac-ets of the trade in many different capac-ities. Jim has been an instructor for the District Council of Northern New Jersey since 1991. He received his Qualified In-structor certificate in 2010. James is cur-

rently serving as a business agent.

DR. GAYLE DODSON is an instructor for the University of North Texas, teach-ing courses in training and develop-ment. She also teaches university cours-es in teacher development and admin-istration. She has worked in the educa-tion and labor relations fields for most of her career. She has served as a high school principal and teacher of gifted

and special education students and worked as a manager, business agent and leadership development coordinator for teachers’ unions in Minnesota and Michigan. Addition-ally, she has trained union leaders on effective teaching in North Africa through the AFL-CIO Solidarity Center. Gayle has been an instructor for the annual Ironworker Instructors Training Program since 2003.

RICHARD FALASCA has been a Local 580 Ornamental Iron Worker for 28 years. He began his career in 1981, working on large ornamental projects in New York City as a Journeyman, Foreman and General Foreman. For thirteen years, Rich was a welding instructor for Local

580 Educational Fund, and he served as a Trustee for the Fund beginning in 1997. He also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. In 2002, Richard was appointed Director of Edu-cation of the Local 580 Apprenticeship Program and the Journeyman Upgrading Training Program, a position which he currently holds.

GEORGE FACISTA became a member of Local #75, Phoenix, AZ in 1978 as an apprentice. He worked in all aspects of the trade as a Foreman, General Fore-man, and as a Safety Representative. George started as apprenticeship in-structor in 1997 and assumed the role of Apprenticeship Coordinator in 2005. He became Apprenticeship Supervisor in

2009. George attained his associate degree in Ironworking in 1996 and his bachelor’s degree in Labor Safety and Edu-cation from the National Labor College in 2001. He received his Qualified Ironworker Instructor certificate in 2005 and his CWI in 2006.

ROBERT C. FERNICOLA has 38 years experience in the welding and cutting business. He originally started with the Linde Division of Union Carbide and is now plasma business manager for ESAB Welding and Cutting of excellence and manufacturing for plasma cutting equipment. Mr. Fernicola holds a mas-ter’s degree in electrical engineering.

CONNIE FOSTER is a full-time instruc-tor in the Radiography Program at Washtenaw Community College, where she also serves as the Radiography Pro-gram Director. She is an experienced teacher and educator with over 20 years of classroom instruction and related curriculum development. For the past 10 years she has taught education

courses for the United Association Union of Plumbers, Fit-ters, Welders and HVAC Service techs.

JIM GALLIK became a member of Local #3, Pittsburgh PA in 1983 as an apprentice. He went on to become a Foreman, General Foreman, Superin-tendent and Project Manager. Jim started as apprenticeship instructor in 1999 and assumed the role of Appren-ticeship Coordinator in 2006. Jim holds an associate degree in drafting and

design technology. He has worked as a draftsman for 5 years before joining the ironworkers.



JACK S. GAVETT, JR. became a mem-ber of Local Union #229, San Diego, CA, in 1969. After completing a three-year apprenticeship, Jack worked as a jour-neyman, foreman, general foreman, and superintendent for various contractors. He has been an instructor with Local Union #229 since 1980. Jack served as the apprenticeship coordinator for local

229 from February 1996 until April of 2012, and is currently retired. He also served as the apprenticeship coordinator for Local 155 in Fresno, CA, for the past three years. Jack attended Grossmont College and Mesa Col-lege and received his bachelor’s degree from the National Labor College in 2001, with a dual degree in labor studies and health and safety. He holds a designated subject teach-ing credential with the state of California. Jack has been in-structing for the National Fund since 1996.

CHANTÉE GEIGAN is the Computer Service Manager for Jhpiego—a non-profit training organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University in Balti-more, Maryland. Mrs. Geigan manages the Help Desk as well as being lead technician answering service requests on computer hardware and software is-sues. Within her position at Jhpiego,

Chantée conducts hardware and software orientations to the staff on Microsoft applications and shows staff how to use resources such as CD-ROMs, DVDs, printers, cameras, and digital projectors.

MIKE GENTRY is a staff member in the Learning Technologies department at the University of North Texas. He has worked as a career tech teacher and counselor. He has taught undergraduate career and technical education courses, and devel-ops curriculum for elementary, secondary, and post-secondary career and tech courses. Mike has a background in radio

broadcasting and public speaking.

KELLEY GOTTSCHANG has been teaching for nine years as full time fac-ulty at Washtenaw Community Col-lege. She teaches usability, interface design, and animation. Kelley special-izes in curriculum development and program development. She is on the board of multiple international design groups and her work investigates the

cultural implications of design and new media. Kelley holds a Masters Degree in Graphic Design and has been a practicing designer for over 20 years. She has taught union education for the past 12 years.

RUSSELL GSCHWIND started his apprenticeship with Local 63, Chicago, Illinois in 1977. He has worked as fore-man, general foreman, and superinten-dent. Russell has taught for Local 63’s apprenticeship for 20 years and for the National Ironworkers Training Program for American Indians for 16 years. He has directed the American Indian Pro-

gram for eight years and is Currently Apprentice Coordi-nator for Local 63. He is a Certified Welding Inspector, Haz/Mat, Lead, and OSHA 500 instructor. He received his bachelor’s degree in both Labor Education and Safety and Health from the National Labor College in 2003.

REX HARDMAN, Northwest Training Manager for Miller Electric Manufactur-ing Company has been in the welding industry for 24 years. Rex’s current re-sponsibilities include coordinating training efforts at seven Miller Training centers throughout the West, training end users and distributors of welding products, and assisting Miller district

managers in technical matters pertaining to welding/weld-ing sales. Rex is a graduate of Utah State University with a B.S. in Welding Engineering and a graduate of Utah Valley University with an A.A.S. in Welding technology. He holds numerous certifications such as: C.W.I., C.W.E., and C.W.S. all from the American Welding Society. He has been em-ployed at Miller Electric since January of 1995.

KARL HOES has been a welding in-structor at Lincoln Electric since 2003. He has trained welders and instructors at multiple welding schools and na-tional union training programs across the country. Karl is also an AWS Certi-fied Welding Inspector/ Educator. Karl is a consultant and welder at trackside welding locations including the SCCA

Rolex 24-Hour Races and several NASCAR events includ-ing Daytona, Loudon New Hampshire and Talladega. He also teaches workshops for the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) at their national events. Prior to his posi-tion at Lincoln Electric, Karl spent 28 years as a welder/ fabricator at LTV Steel in Cleveland, Ohio.

WILLIAM HOHLFELD has been a member of Local 46 Metallic Lathers and Reinforcing Ironworkers for over 27 years. He completed a three year ap-prenticeship in 1988. In 1991, Bill gradu-ated from Queens College, CUNY with a Bachelors degree in Labor Studies, and in 2002 he received his Masters de-gree from Lehman College, CUNY.

Since 2003, he has served his local as Coordinator of the



Local 46 Labor Management Cooperative Trust. Bill is also an Instructor in the Apprentice Program where he teaches Post-Tensioning, OSHA classes and Labor History.

JOSEPH HUNT, III was indentured into Local Union #396, St. Louis, MO, as an apprentice in 1986. He worked at the trade full-time while earning a Bache-lor’s degree in education with majors in political science and history in 1994. In 1994 Joe began teaching social studies at Cleveland Naval Jr. Academy for the St. Louis public school system. He

worked as a teacher while ironworking in the summer from 1994-2002. Joe taught math and rigging for the St. Louis JAC, while teaching high school. He served as the coordi-nator for the St. Louis apprentice school and regional co-ordinator for the Midwest Regional School from 2001 through 2010. In 2010 President Hunt appointed Joe to the position of General Organizer assigned to the National Training Fund.

DAN KLINGMAN began his career at Lincoln Electric in 1994. Since that time he has worked as a production welder, robotic operator, application techni-cian, and robotic technologist. Current-ly he is working in the technical training department focusing on the skilled trades. In addition he continues to train on advanced technology, and advanced

motorsports training programs. Dan is also an active mem-ber of the National Skills USA welding fabrication commit-tee and has been a trackside welder at the Indianapolis 500 since 2005.

DAVID KOLBE is the Political and Leg-islative Director for the Iron Workers In-ternational. Prior to coming to the Inter-national, he was the Political Director for the Ohio AFL-CIO. David has been a member of Iron Workers Local 55 since 1973. He has been active in political and community service for years including receiving a gubernatorial appointment

to the Ohio State Community Services Council, being a del-egate to Toledo Port Council, Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO, and being elected Henry County Commissioner, Henry County Ohio. David currently serves as trustee to Re-sponsible Chemistry Labor Management, Pharmaceutical Labor Management and is serving as the Iron Worker Rep-resentative to the Union Veterans Council.

SCOTT MALLEY became an appren-tice Ironworker in 1977, attaining jour-neyman status in 1979. He served on the executive board of Local 3 from 1996 until 2002; he was then elected to President/Assistant Business Agent. In 2004, he was appointed Financial Secre-tary of the local, serving in that capacity until being elected Business Manager/

Financial Secretary Treasurer in 2005. Scott now serves as Executive Vice-President in his District Council. Scott served on the IMPACT Regional Advisory Board III, where he was instrumental in starting a successful recruiting campaign. He attended Allegheny Community College and the George Meany National Labor College, earning his Bache-lor of Arts degree in 2001. Scott now serves as an Executive Director for the International in Washington D.C.

MIKE MANSFIELD began his career in 1994 with Ironworkers Local Union #25. Mike completed his Apprentice-ship as a Metal Building Erector in 1997. He has worked in all facets of metal building, including being a fore-man. In 2001 Mike upgraded his skills to become a Structural Ironworker and is currently the Pre-Engineered Busi-

ness Agent with Local Union #25.

PAUL E. MARTINEZ is a third-genera-tion Ironworker and is currently the Apprenticeship Coordinator for Locals 416 and 433. Paul started working as an Ironworker for Local 433 in 1984 and was indentured as an apprentice in the spring of 1985. He completed his ap-prenticeship in 1988 working as a journeyman specializing in connecting,

welding and rigging. Paul has worked as a foreman, gen-eral foreman and steward. In 1998 Paul became the Ap-prenticeship Coordinator for Locals 416/433 in Los Ange-les, California. Paul has a California part-time teaching cre-dential through Long Beach State College. He received his Qualified Ironworker Instructor Certificate in 2007 and is qualified to teach, OSHA, MSHA, COMET, Crosby Rigging, and Subpart-R.

EUGENE MATTHEWS has been a member of Local 580 since 1981. He has worked as a journeyman, foreman, general foreman, and superintendent in all aspects of the ornamental field. In 2000 he became an instructor in the Lo-cal 580 apprenticeship program. Eu-gene teaches math, blueprint reading, and layout instruments. He also teach-

es numerous journeyman upgrading courses. He became a



Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) in 2005. He is currently working as a foreman for the curtain wall installation at the Freedom Tower at Ground Zero.

MICHAEL L. MCDONALD became an apprentice member of Local Union #27 in 1966. He completed his three–year apprenticeship in 1969. Mike began teaching in 1979, and was appointed apprenticeship coordinator in 1985. He served as president of the local until he was elected BM/FST in 2000. Mike is a certified welding inspector and com-

pleted the American Welding Society ATF Assessor Train-ing in June 1999, for the National Fund.

NEAL J MCKELLIGAN was indentured into Ironworkers Local 7 Boston, MA Apprentice Program in 1974 after being honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He completed his Apprenticeship in 1977 and then boomed out and worked all over the United States in all facets of our industry. He has worked as a Journeyman, Steward, Foreman, Gen-

eral Foreman and Superintendent in many different areas of our trade. He first worked as an Apprentice Instructor dur-ing 1983-1985 and again from 1991 until the present time. Neal was elected as the Apprentice Coordinator for Local 7 in 2002, a position he still proudly holds. He also has multi-ple train-the-trainer qualifications for apprenticeship train-ing and journeyman upgrading.

JOE MCGLOIN is a member of Local Union #15, Hartford, Connecticut with over 35 years in Local 15 as a Journey-man Ironworker. He has been President and Instructor since 2001. In 2002 he became a CWI and also a Certified Welding Educator.

LINDA LANCASTER MEEKS estab-lished the Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) program at the Francis Tuttle Technology Center in 1988. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Educa-tion from the University of Central Oklahoma. Prior to coming to Francis Tuttle, Linda was a graphic designer for McDonnell-Douglas Corporation. Lin-

da has been a curriculum developer and vocational in-structor since 1981, and has taught at the Ironworker In-structors Training Program since 1986.

ROMAN MEEKS, P.E. is the Vice Pres-ident and Director of Engineering of Design Associates, a mechanical engi-neering firm that offers services rang-ing from engineering analysis to patent drawings and technical training. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechan-ical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma and is a registered profes-

sional engineer in the state of Oklahoma. Additionally, Ro-man has served as an adjunct instructor since 2002 in the Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CAD) program at the Francis Tuttle Technology Center in Oklahoma City and has taught at the Ironworker Instructors Training Program since 2003.

WILLIAM J. MICHELINI served his ap-prenticeship in Local Union #63, Chica-go, Illinois, and has been a member since 1966. Bill began teaching for the JAC in 1984, and has instructed all fac-ets of the architectural and ornamental trade. He has worked for a number of contractors on architectural and orna-mental work as a journeyman, foreman,

and superintendent. Bill was apprenticeship coordinator for Local Union #63 for six years, until 1998.

RICK MUNROE became a member of Local Union #15, Hartford, Connecticut in 1982, completing his apprenticeship in 1985. Rick has worked as a welder, foreman and general foreman and in 1994 become involved in the appren-ticeship program as a welding instruc-tor. Currently, he holds the position of apprenticeship coordinator for Local

Union #15. Rick successfully completed the Certified Weld-ing Inspector certification in 1996, and has since completed all the requirements to become a Senior Certified Welding Inspector and Certified Welding Educator. Rick is also trained by the American Welding Society to audit Accred-ited Test Facilities for the National Fund.

GEORGE NEWMAN has been a Mas-ter Instructor with The Center for Con-struction Research and Training (CPWR) since 1999. He delivers courses in HAZ-WOPER, Permit-Required Confined Space Entry, Lead Abatement, Asbes-tos Abatement, and RRP. He is also an OSHA 500 Master Instructor. He re-ceived his Bachelor’s Degree in Labor

Safety and Health and Adult Education from the National Labor College.



DR. KIM NIMON is an Assistant Profes-sor at the University of North Texas. She specializes in assessing workplace spiri-tuality programs, developing psycho-metrics, and conducting multivariate analyses. Kim consults with companies throughout the country, facilitating the analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of interventions aimed at im-

proving human performance.

JEFF NORRIS has been a member of Local Union #720, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, since 1987. Following the com-pletion of the Ironworker program in 1990, he completed a three-year welder apprenticeship program in 1995, and holds inter-provincial standards (Red Seal) Canadian endorsements in both trades. Jeff has worked as a welder,

ironworker, and supervisor on construction and mainte-nance projects throughout the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan.

ED PENNA is a member of Local Union #405, Philadelphia, PA. Ed has been an ironworker for 31 years; for many of those years as a foreman and gen-eral foreman. He has been an appren-ticeship coordinator for Local Union #405 for the past 8 years, and an in-structor for 11 years. Ed has recently been President and Assistant Business

Manager of Local #405.

DR. NANETTE PHILIBERT possesses an extensive background in military and corporate training and develop-ment. She is a faculty member of the Robert W. Plaster School of Business at Missouri Southern State University, teaching classes in organizational be-havior, management, and human re-sources. Nanette writes and consults in

the areas of performance improvement and human re-source development.

FRANK PICCIONE became a member of Local Union #16, Baltimore, MD, June 1969. Since completing his apprentice-ship, Frank worked as a journeyman, foreman, general foreman, and estima-tor. In 1982 Frank became a trustee to Local Union #16’s Educational Trust Fund, and in 1984, became a member of Local Union #16’s instructional team.

In 1994 Local Union #16’s JATC selected Frank to serve as the training director/apprentice coordinator. Frank has served the citizens of Maryland for more than six years as a member of the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council. On February 18, 2002, General President Hunt placed on staff and assigned Frank to the Apprenticeship and Training Department.

RICHARD REESE is a senior consultant and FMI principal with a primary focus on various strategic, financial and op-erational issues. Skilled in the facilita-tion of productivity improvement pro-cesses and strategic planning, Rick also works with individual companies and associations to bring the Project Man-agement Academy in-house to meet

their specific needs. Prior to joining FMI, he was a regional manager with a large national specialty and service con-tractor. He also spent 20 years in the U.S. Air Force holding a wide variety of leadership positions. Rick holds a master of business administration degree from Webster University and a bachelor of business administration degree from Campbell University.

MICHAEL T. RELYIN became an ap-prentice with Local 426 in 1988. In 1993 Local 426 merged with Local 25 where he continued to work as a Journeyman, Foreman, General foreman, and occa-sionally a welder. Mike became a full time Instructor in 1999 and was selected as Training Coordinator in 2002. While working as an Instructor he completed

an associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technol-ogy. He has been an AWS CWI since 2000, completed AWS ATF Assessor Training in 2008 and currently performs audits for the National Welding Program.

MICHAEL RICHARDS is a third genera-tion Ironworker and began his Appren-ticeship as member of Local Union No. 433— Los Angeles, CA in 1998. After completing his apprenticeship he went to work as a Journeyman. In 2006 Mi-chael transferred into Local Union No. 584—Tulsa, OK. There he has worked as a Journeyman, Foreman, and General

Foreman. In 2009 he was hired on as a part time Apprentice-ship Instructor to teach History, OSHA, and Safety; elected Recording Secretary; and hired on full time to serve as the Organizer. In 2011 he received his CWI from AWS.



CHADWICK V. RINK a Third genera-tion Iron Worker began his career in 1994 in Local 207, Youngstown, Ohio and graduated from the apprenticeship in 1999. In 1998 Chad was named the District Councils Outstanding Appren-tice and competed in the national com-petition held in Anchorage, Alaska. Throughout Chad’s career he has

worked as a journeyman, foreman and general foreman and taught at Local 207’s apprenticeship school. In 2003, Chad transferred into Local 3 in Pittsburgh, began teaching in 2006 and in January of 2007 he was appointed Business De-velopment Director of Local 3. Chad now works for the Northern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia District Council as an Organizer.

MICHAEL SAMPSON is a first genera-tion ironworker. He began his appren-ticeship in Youngstown, Ohio, L.U. #207, in 1992, and graduated as a JIW in 1995. Mike started teaching welding at L.U. #207 in 1996, and received an Associ-ates of Industrial Trades Technology from Kent State University in 1997. In 1998 Mike became an OSHA 500 In-

structor, and in 1999 he received his CWI/CWE. In 2009 Mike became the Apprentice Coordinator for local #207, and in 2010 he received his Qualified Ironworker Instruc-tor Certificate. Also in 2010 Mike received his OSHA Safety & Health Specialist Certificate from West Virginia University/National Resource Center for OSHA Training. Mike holds several other safety training credentials. Mike has served Local #207 as a trustee, e-board member, and political director. Mike is currently a senior at the Nation-al Labor College.

DR. TED SCHARF is a research psy-chologist at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, in Cincinnati, Ohio. In collaboration with Ironworker Union members and other researchers, he has developed training interventions in hazard recognition and ladder safety. He is a 19-year member of Local 3840 of the American Federation

of Government Employees. 2012 is his first opportunity to participate in the Ironworker Instructors Training Program.

ERIK SCHMIDLI became an Ironworker in 1996, joining Shopmen Ironworkers Local 790. Erik graduated from the ap-prenticeship program in 2001, earning top honors as Outstanding Apprentice. He then became a Shop Steward while at Herrick-Stockton Steel, as well as be-ing elected to a term on the Executive Board for Local 790. In 2005, Erik be-

came an instructor for the Northern California Shop Iron-workers Apprenticeship Program and later in 2005 became Coordinator of the program, a position he continues to hold today.

JASON SCHMIDT began his career at Lincoln Electric in 2004. He earned a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Dayton. He has worked as a Technical Sales Engineer and a Corporate Trainer at Lincoln. Cur-rently, he is the Sales Training Manager. He focuses on training Lincoln sales-men, distributors, union members, and

welding instructors all across the country. Jason also is the SkillsUSA Welding Fabrication Committee Chairman, helps rewrite welding curriculum and is a CWI.

RAY SIMPSON has been a member of Local Union #700, Windsor, Ontario, Canada, since 1970, and completed his apprenticeship in 1973. Ray was the ap-prenticeship coordinator and instructor for 16 years. He has also completed the CWB Welder Supervisor Training, and is certified to train W.H.M.I.S. and rigging for the Construction Safety Association

of Ontario and the Crosby rigging course. Ray has also as-sisted in the development of the instructor course material for cranes, rigging, structural, conveyers, and industrial maintenance.

DOUG SMITH attended Francis Mari-on University and earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Market-ing. Doug started working at ESAB Welding and Cutting in 2003. He cur-rently holds the position of Product



Manager, Manual Plasma & Personal Protection Equip-ment

DR. RICK SULLIVAN is the Director of Education and Training for the Iron-worker Management Progressive Ac-tion Cooperative Trust (IMPACT). Rick supports Apprenticeship and Training Department/National Fund initiatives with a focus on improving the perfor-mance of apprenticeship coordinators and instructors; resulting in the devel-

opment of qualified journeyman Ironworkers. Dr. Sullivan has worked with the annual Ironworker Instructors Training Program since its beginning in 1985.

LEE TEMPLIN, P.E. is an associate professor in the Construction Technol-ogy & Management program at Ferris State University. He primarily teaches construction scheduling, construction administration, and advanced construc-tion computer techniques. He is a regis-tered professional engineer in the State of Michigan. In addition, he is the facilita-

tor for IMPACT’s Virtual Contractor College webinar series.

ALEX TOCCO began his career at Lin-coln Electric in 1994. The first ten years he manufactured welding wire and took test welds for multiple products. Also, he helped with troubleshooting new products and equipment for various welding wires. Since 2004 he has been teaching at the Lincoln Electric welding school with all welding processes. In ad-

dition to teaching he is involved in trackside welding at various NASCAR tracks and teaching welding to multiple skilled trades.

ED TRUNICK started his ironworking career at Local 25 in 1984 serving a three-year apprenticeship. Ed also at-tended Lawrence Technological Univer-sity focusing on construction engineer-ing technology. Ed has worked in the conveyor industry throughout his ca-reer, serving as a Foreman, General For-man and as a Superintendent.

JAY TWEET has completed his Masters of Science in Education from Northwest-ern University, Evanston, IL. For the past seven years he has worked as a class-room teacher at El Capitan High School

in Lakeside, Ca. Jay has also worked many years with the An-nual Ironworker Training Program in San Diego, CA.

DR. JERRY WIRCENSKI is a professor at the University of North Texas. He has been an instructor for the annual Iron-worker Instructors Training Program since its inception in 1985. In addition, Dr. Wircenski is involved in the Foreman Training Program, and has assisted the National Fund in the revision of much of the ironworking curriculum.

DR. MICHELLE WIRCENSKI is a pro-fessor at the University of North Texas. She has been an instructor at the annual Ironworker Instructors Training Program since 1988, and has been involved in the development of the Coordinator Hand-book, the Limited English Proficient Handbook, and Working with Learners with Special Needs course.

DICK ZAMPA, JR. became a member of Local Union # 378, Oakland, Califor-nia, in 1973. He completed his appren-ticeship in 1976, and held positions of journeyman ironworker and foreman since that time. Dick became an ap-prentice and journeyman instructor in 1983 and teaching assignments includ-ed Welding, First aid / CPR, Haz Mat,

Lead, MSHA and COMET courses. In 1995 Dick was hired as apprenticeship coordinator for local #378, and earned a bachelor degree from National Labor College in 2001. In 2005, he was hired as Director of Apprenticeship for the California and Vicinity District Council.

DONALD ZAMPA entered Local Union #378’s apprenticeship program in 1978 and became a JIW in 1981. He served in numerous positions as an elected offi-cer of his local for 21 years (1985-2006). Don was appointed as an organizer for Local Union #378 in 1995, and began teaching the COMET class throughout the California and Vicinity District Coun-

cil area at that time. In April 2006, President Hunt appointed him as a general organizer.



Ironworker Buildings #4 – Village Commons:

Room check-in for those staying at Eastern Michigan University

#8 – Department of Public Safety (Campus Police) #71 – Student Center for CWI course Park in Lots B and C Check the Ironworker website for detailed driving directions to EMU.

Huron River Drive

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Village Commons (Registration)

Student Center (CWI Course)

Department of Public Safety 1098 Oakwood St Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (Use this address for GPS)

Note: The only people staying at EMU are the CWI students and the instructors who teach the courses during the annual program. All other program participants stay at the University of Michigan.

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY



UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN CENTRAL CAMPUS

Couzens Hall: Ironworker Registration and dorm check in Address for GPS: 1300 East Ann Street, Ann

Arbor Michigan 48109 Check Ironworker website for detailed driving and

parking directions

Michigan League – Opening Session and dinner (follow the red lines – less than 10 minute walk from Couzens Hall)



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NOTES

NOTES

The National Training Fund is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC),

because of its commitment to energy-saving green building construction and renovation.

National Ironworkers and EmployersApprenticeship Training and Journeyman Upgrading Fund

&Ironworker Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust

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