The Allentown Chapter will be offering CDT STUDY SESSIONS for the 2011 Exam

Cost: CSI Member: $35.00 and Non Member: $45.00

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Register no later than January 10, 2011 with check payable to Mitch Miller.

Thursday January 13, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton
Thursday January 27, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton
Thursday February 10, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton
Thursday March 3, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton
Thursday March 10, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton
Thursday March 24, 2011 ~ 6:00 – 8:30 P.M., Location: USA Architects, Easton

Exam Date Window: March 28 – April 9, 2011 Location: Prometric Testing Site

Instructor: Mitch Miller, AIA, CCS, CSI, MAI (CSI Allentown Chapter Certification Chair)
USA Architects
1 South 3rd Street, Seventh Floor
Easton, PA 18042
E-Mail: mmiller@usaarchitects.com
Phone: 610-559-6000, x 664

TEXT: CSI’s Project Resource Manual (Copyright 2004) and CSI Masterformat 2004/2010.

Additional Supplies Required: Pens and Paper to take notes. Attendees are permitted to use tape recorders to help with the comprehension of session lectures.

COURSE OBJECTIVE:
The primary goal of this course is to introduce the general principles of Construction Documents, Specifications Writing and the Contracts associated with the Construction Industry. Since Specifications are such a critical part of the construction documents we will spend a great deal of time with the importance and use of specifications. A major portion of these sessions will rely upon the readings in the 2004 Project Resource Manual (PRM). It is important that each individual reads the material prior to each session.

ATTENDANCE AND CONDUCT:
All classes shall begin on time, so please be prompt and ready to begin at the scheduled time. Allow your class time to be uninterrupted for the duration of each session. Please turn off all pages, cell phones, etc. as to no interfere with the class.


TEST REGISTRATION:
Registration for the test is separate from registering for the study sessions. Registration for the test can be done online at www.csinet.org. The EARLY REGISTRATION exam cost is $235.00 for CSI members and $370.00 for non-members if registered by January 28, 2011. Final registration exam costs is $340.00 for members and $475.00 for non-members pior to February 26, 2011. Exams are administered by Prometrics, see www.prometic.com for a location near you.

The Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Program

The Construction Documents Technology (CDT) Program provides a comprehensive overview for anyone who writes, interprets, enforces, or manages construction documents. Project architects, contractors, contract administrators, material suppliers, and manufacturers’ representatives are all realizing the advantages of being Construction Documents Technologists.
By being able to understand and interpret written construction documents, CDTs perform their jobs more effectively. By understanding the roles and relationships of all partipants, CDTs improve communication among all members of the construction team.

CDT Exam Overview:

CDT candidates must demonstrate their knowledge of CSI's recommended practices in the following subject areas:

  • The construction process
  • Construction contract types
  • Modifications and substitution procedures
  • Contractual relationships
    • Rights, duties, and responsibilities
    • Contract provisions
    • Relationship and organization of construction documents
  • Use of construction documents
    • Organizational formats
    • Interpreting construction document

Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) Program

Well-written documents are the best insurance for any construction project, making your role as a specifier more and more critical. CCS certification demonstrates your excellence in specifications and contract document preparation and is the industry's proof that you're on top of the complex demands of your job.

CCS Exam Overview:

CCS candidates must demonstrate their knowledge in the following subject areas:

  • Contractual relationships
    • Construction contract types
    • Agreements and conditions of the contract
    • Changes in the Work
  • Document organization
    • Construction and design document organization
    • Division 01
    • General Requirements
    • Production techniques
  • Document preparation
    • Bidding documents and requirements
    • Specifying techniques and applications
    • Specification writing

Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) Program

The CCCA designation tells the industry that you truly understand all facets of the construction process and contractual relationships, and that you're skilled at construction contract administration in an era of complex projects, tighter delivery schedules, and shrinking budgets.

CCCA Exam Overview:

CCCA candidates must demonstrate their knowledge in the following subject areas:

  • Construction contract administration
    • Documents used during construction
    • Roles and relationships
    • Project delivery systems
  • Preconstruction activities and procedures
  • Construction phase activities
    • Construction phase submittals
    • Construction phase meetings
  • Construction observation procedures
    • Interpretation of contract documents
    • Project schedule and contract time
    • Claims and disputes
    • Contract modification procedures
    • Measurement and payment
    • Quality assurance and quality control
  • Project closeout process

Certified Construction Product Representative (CCPR) Program

As a product representative, you're a vital source of technical information for the construction team. With CCPR certification, you'll be a sought after industry expert with an in-depth understanding of the overall construction process and superior ability in the principles of effective product representation. Plus CCPR on your business card means you speak the same language as architects – and that opens doors.

CCPR Exam Overview:

CCPR candidates must demonstrate their knowledge in the following subject areas:

  • Construction product representation
    • Principles of effective product representation
    • Marketing and product information
  • Preparation of construction documents
    • Division 01 concepts
    • Specification techniques
    • Preparation of technical specifications
  • Use of construction documents
    • Document organization and use
    • Bidding process
    • Substitution process
    • Construction product warranties and guarantees
  • The construction process
    • Bidding phase activities
    • Construction phase activities

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