ACI Announces Certification Programs During World of Concrete

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI - The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces three ACI certification training seminars and examinations to be held during the World of Concrete show, Feb. 1-5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas.

The ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician program focuses on the ability of a craftsman to place, consolidate, finish, edge, joint, cure, and protect concrete flatwork. A passing grade on the corresponding written examination is required to achieve ACI Technician certification; in addition, verified work experience is required for full Finisher certification.

The ACI Specialty/Commercial Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician program focuses on the finishing procedures for Specialty Commercial/Industrial Concrete Flatwork Finishing, including high tolerance floor construction, application of surface treatments, and silica fume concrete, and operating mechanized finishing equipment. A passing grade on the corresponding written examination is required to achieve ACI Technician certification; in addition, verified work experience, including certification as a Finisher/Technician in the basic ACI Flatwork Finisher program and passing performance examinations, are required to achieve ACI Finisher/Technician and Specialist certifications.

The ACI Tilt-Up Supervisor/Technician program focuses on the proficiency and understanding of overall on-site administrative and technical management for producing tilt-up projects. A passing grade on the corresponding written examination is required to achieve ACI certification as a Technician; in addition, verified work experience is required for full Supervisor certification.

ACI Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician
Seminar: Wed., Feb. 3, 8-11 a.m.
Examination: Thurs., Feb. 4, 1-3 p.m.

ACI Specialty/Commercial Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician
Seminar: Mon., Feb. 1, 1-4 p.m.
Examination:Tues., Feb. 2, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Performance Examination: Tues., Feb. 2, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

ACI Tilt-Up Supervisor/Technician
Seminar: Thurs., Feb. 4, 1-4 p.m.
Examination: Thurs., Feb. 4, 4-6 p.m.

For more information on ACI certification training seminars and examinations, visit www.ACIcertification.com. Those wishing to register for the seminars and/or examinations must do so through World of Concrete at www.worldofconcrete.com. Please note that seminar participants must register for corresponding examinations separately and for an extra fee.