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The future of the construction industry depends on strong, engaging education programs that get younger generations interested in construction and technical careers. Construction management and construction-focused engineering programs are gaining ground in colleges and universities across the country, providing more opportunities than ever for students to immerse themselves in this rewarding industry. Read about resources for learning about scholarships, program and technical training opportunities.



Slag Cement Association Hosts Slag Cement School in Alsip, Illinois

The Slag Cement Association (SCA) successfully concluded its third annual Slag Cement School in Alsip, Ill. The educational event, held on April 29 to 30, featured technical presentations on the benefits of slag cement in concrete design and construction, as well as sustainability tools and resources available to the concrete industry....


RAM Announces Dates, New Location for BEST Course

RAM Inc. announced its premier Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course will be held from Sept. 10 to 12, 2024. All 2024 sessions will be conducted exclusively at the Crazy Horse Memorial in Crazy Horse, S.D....


Epiroc USA, Montana Tech Professors Collaborate to Donate Equipment to Underground Mining Education Center

Montana Technological University's Underground Mine Education Center (UMEC) has received a substantial donation in the form of an Epiroc Scooptram ST2D underground loader. This collaboration between Epiroc and dedicated educators marks a significant milestone in bolstering the educational resources available to students at the UMEC....


VIDEO: Landscapers, Contractors, Dealers Ready for Bright Futures, Powered by Equip Expo Education

Landscapers, contractors and outdoor power equipment dealers can develop their skills and take advantage of new trends impacting their industry due to expanded education and certification classes at Equip Exposition this Oct....


DBIA's Specialty Conferences Drive Design-Build Innovation in Water/Wastewater, Transportation/Aviation Sectors

The Design-Build Institute of America's (DBIA) Specialty Conferences are the nation's only design-build events focused on the water/wastewater and transportation/aviation sectors. Each spring, thousands of the nation's leading design-build owners and practitioners come together for timely and targeted Design-Build Done Right education for every member of a design-build team....


WVU Extension Offers Training Course, Demonstration Event to Reduce Risk of Injury for Arborists, Logging Professionals

Arborists and loggers must use the utmost precaution in their jobs as there is a high risk of injuries and fatalities. To reduce these risks, West Virginia University Extension Safety and Health is hosting two events — a logging demonstration and training event and a chainsaw safety and tree felling training course — to improve safety conditions in the logging and arboriculture industry....


Gilbane Building Company Expands Rising Contractor Program, Building Opportunities for Diverse Businesses

Gilbane Building Company, a global, family-owned construction management firm, announced the expansion of its Rising Contractor program, a 12-week program designed to build capacity in minority-owned, women-owned, disadvantaged, LGBTQ and veteran-owned construction companies....


Automotive Training Academy by Assurant Launches Commercial Truck F&I Professionals Class

Assurant Inc. , a global business services company that supports, protects and connects major consumer purchases like automobiles, as well as commercial equipment, announced a comprehensive new finance and insurance (F&I) sales training, the Commercial Truck F&I Professionals Class, from the Automotive Training Academy by Assurant....


World of Asphalt, AGG1 Announce Lineup for 2024 Return to Nashville

World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo recently announced the show's education program calendar, showcasing 120 education sessions at the upcoming show and conference in Nashville, March 25-27, 2024....


Lincoln Land Community College Names Diesel Technologies Lab in Honor of Roland Machinery

Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) in Springfield, Ill., announced Oct. 17 it has received a major gift from Roland Machinery Co. (RMC), also of Springfield, and has named its new Diesel Technologies Lab in honor of the Roland family....



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