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March 2012 Live Webinar Series schedule

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MCAA’s Live Webinar Series allows mason contractors to attend the best seminars that will improve productivity and profitability.
The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) has announced the first webinars of the 2012 schedule. Courses include:

Introduction to Building Information Modeling

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST

In this hour webinar, attendess will learn about the origins of BIM, how it is being used in the construction industry today, the benefits of BIM (what's in it for me) and making the transition from traditional CAD (or hand drafting) to BIM. The webinar will be open to questions and answers at the conclusion of the presentation.

View more information or register for Introduction to Building Information Modeling

Discipline: Bidding Practices
Credits: 1.00
$35.00 MCAA Members / $60.00 Non-members

Introduction to Air Barriers

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Attendees will learn how to identify basic design considerations for commercial buildings, explain the forces of moisture, air and heat flow, and understand code implications in regards to material requirements and key functions to identify during design process.

Discipline: Masonry Products
Credits: 1.00
$35.00 MCAA Members / $60.00 Non-members

View more information or register for Introduction to Air Barriers

Assuring the Long-Term Continuation of Your Company Without Losing Your Ass(ets)

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Whether your company has maintained success over these challenging economic times or if your company isn't quite at the level it once was - it is imperative to protect the future continuation and viability of your business.

This seminar will provide an opportunity to confirm that what's been done so far is accurately meeting your objectives and also provide education in areas that may have been missed. The missed areas can have a direct effect on the planning already established even if the established plan is thought to be set up perfectly.

Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Credits: 1.00
$50.00 MCAA Members / $75.00 Non-members

View more information or register for Assuring the Long-Term Continuation of Your Company Without Losing Your Ass(ets)

Contractor Worksite Enforcement Risks

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... A special webinar for that you cannot afford to miss.

Nationwide Crackdown on Employers: 1000s of subpoenas served on Contractors looking for I-9 violations. New E-Verify Rules can lead to loss of business licenses in 
more than 18 states and federal debarment

Who should attend: Managers concerned about regulatory risks, compliance, and how the new E-Verify and I-9 enforcement rules affect your company's bottom line.

Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Credits: 1.00
$50.00 MCAA Members / $75.00 Non-members

View more information or register for Contractor Worksite Enforcement Risks

MCAA’s Live Webinar Series allows mason contractors to earn Masonry Certification credits from the comfort of your home or office while attending the best seminars that will improve productivity and profitability. Attendees are able to ask questions and have access to handouts just as they would in a classroom setting.

Visit www.masoncontractors.org/live for more information about each webinar and to purchase your tickets today.
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