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SUMMARY:Introduction to AI (2-Day Class)
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to AI (2 Day Class)\nLIVESTREAM\nChris Carr\nWednesday\, July 22\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nMember:  Free\nNon-Member: $229 per day \n*Registrants are expected to attend both days\, as course content builds sequentially. Due to high demand\, a no-show fee will be charged if you fail to attend either session* \nThe goal of this class is to equip your team and C-level executives with the skills to effectively utilize AI\, transforming it from a mere tool into a driver of efficiency\, quality\, and creativity. This 2-session intensive course is broken down as follows: \nThis course offers practical\, hands-on training to master AI tools\, ensuring your team not only understands AI’s capabilities but also leads in its application\, giving your company a competitive edge in an AI-driven business landscape. \nPart of this training is a workshop that fuses theoretical learning with practical application. Participants engage with AI tools in small group exercises to directly apply learned concepts. This approach ensures a comprehensive\, hands-on experience. \nDay 1 Agenda \n• Welcome & State of AI\n• Tour of ChatGPT & CoPilot Interface\n• AI Safety / Best Practices\n• Task Master Assignment\n• Projects Lecture & Demo\n• Projects Exercise\n• Custom GPT Lecture & Demo\n• Custom GPT Exercise\n• Standard Operating Procedures \nDay 2 Agenda \n• Open Q&A from Day 1\n• Gen AI Images (Ice Breaker)\n• Downloads\n• Prompt Engineering 101\n• Hand Written Notes\n• Deep Research Lecture\n• Deep Research Exercise\n• Gamma / Deep Research\n• ChatGPT Connectors / MCP\n• Memory & Frameworks\n• Advanced Prompting – Rating and Scoring\n• How to Prevent Misinformation\n& Hallucinations
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/introduction-to-ai-day-1-2-day-class/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260730T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
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SUMMARY:Project Management 6: Profitably Managing Your Subcontractors/Communication Skills-The PM’s Most Powerful Tool
DESCRIPTION:Project Management 6: Profitably Managing your Subcontractors/ Communication Skills – The PM’s Most Powerful Tool\nONLINE\nJohn Koontz\nThursday\, July 30\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nSubcontractors represent a significant portion of most mechanical contracts\, and the performance of your subcontractors is a direct reflection of your own performance in the eyes of an owner\, construction manager\, or general contractor. The project manager’s effective management of subcontractors ensures a successful project that is profitable\, completed on time\, and completed within budget. When the project manager and foreman properly manage their mechanical subcontractors\, mechanical contractor risk is low\, customer satisfaction is high\, and strong long-term relationships are developed between the mechanical contractor and their subcontractors. This session will provide attendees with an in-depth discussion and explanation of the “top ten” keys to successful subcontractor management.\nThis session is directed specifically to the role of the Mechanical Project Manager and their unique daily communication challenges. Due to the complexity of the construction process and the numerous people involved in a project’s completion\, excellent communication skills are required to succeed at project management. When communication problems develop\, relationships usually weaken\, misunderstandings occur\, and project failure is imminent. Excellent communication skills are essential to creating a successful project and a successful career. Communication is always difficult on a construction project and the best project managers know that it’s an issue\, which requires a project manager’s constant attention\, evaluation\, and improvement. In this session the instructor will provide attendees with practical information\, methods\, and best practices for improving their communication abilities over the duration of their career.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/project-management-6-profitably-managing-your-subcontractors-communication-skills-the-pms-most-powerful-tool/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260807T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260608T203550Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Challenging Communication Types
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Challenging Communication Types\nLIVESTREAM\nEric Herdman\nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179\nCommunication challenges are inevitable – and without the right skills\, they cost time\, trust and results.\nThis workshop helps leaders\, colleagues and teams decode the communication behaviors that often disrupt clarity and collaboration in the workplace\, Participants will explore common communication styles and behaviors that can make conversations difficult\, while gaining insight into their own natural communication tendencies and triggers.\nThis course equips participants with practical tools to communicate clearly\, calmly and effectively – even in difficult situations – turning communication challenges into opportunities for connection and progress. Attendee will leave with a sharper toolkit for communication with precision\, empathy\, and influence-skills every high-performing professional needs to communicate effectively in the modern workplace.\nThis 6-hour workshop delivers a comprehensive deep dive across all six communicator types.\nModule 1: THE GENERATIONAL CONTEXT COMMUNICATOR\nModule 2: THE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT (OR NOT) COMMUNICATOR\nModule 3: THE TECHNICAL-TO-NONTECHNICAL COMMUNICATOR\nModule 4: THE INFORMATION-OVERLOAD COMMUNICATOR\nModule 5: THE POOR MESSAGE CLARITY AND CONCISENESS COMMUNICATOR\nModule 6: THE PASSIVE COMMUNICATOR.\nIf you’re looking to improve communication\, reduce tension\, and strengthen collaboration within your team\, then this workshop is for you. Clear communication isn’t accidental. It’s intentional.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/understanding-challenging-communication-types/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260813T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192115Z
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SUMMARY:Elevated Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Elevated Leadership\nLIVESTREAM\nRosemary Laack\nThursday\, August 13\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMembers: Free\nNon-Member: $179\nAs leaders take on more responsibility\, the challenge shifts. Success is no longer defined by technical expertise alone\, but by the ability to lead people effectively. Leaders are expected to communicate clearly\, adjust their approach to individuals and situations\, delegate tasks in ways that develop skills\, and keep teams aligned under pressure.\nMany leaders are promoted because of what they know. This course focuses on how they lead in real-world conditions.\nParticipants will focus on the practical leadership behaviors that drive team performance. Through practical scenarios and applied exercises\, they will build skills they can use immediately to improve team coordination\, communication\, and performance.\nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to:\n• Adapt their leadership approach to different individuals and situations\n• Communicate expectations and feedback with greater clarity and impact\n• Delegate work more effectively while developing team capability\n• Strengthen coordination and consistency across teams\n• Lead with greater confidence in day-to-day operation
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/elevated-leadership/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260821T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192227Z
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel 2019 - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel 2019 – Part 1\nONLINE \nNew Horizons Computer Learning Center\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $299\nhis course aims to provide you with a foundation for Excel knowledge and skills\, which you can build upon to eventually become an expert in data manipulation. Excel can help you organize\, calculate\, analyze\, revise\, update\, and present your data in ways that will help the decision makers in your organization steer you in the right direction. If you’re interested in learning how to use Excel\, or are responsible for creating spreadsheets or performing basic data manipulation\, this course is perfect for you. It will also make these tasks much easier for you to accomplish\, and in much less time\, than if you used traditional pen-and-paper methods or non-specialized software. Upon successful completion of this course\, you will be able to create and develop Excel worksheets and workbooks in order to work with and analyze the data that is critical to the success of your organization. You will: Get started with Microsoft Office Excel 2019. Perform calculations. Modify a worksheet. Format a worksheet. Print workbooks. Manage workbooks. The journey doesn’t stop here; continue building on your skills and attend Excel 2019 Part 2!
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/microsoft-excel-2019-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192258Z
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SUMMARY:Foreman Training 4: Practical Time Management Skills for Field Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Foreman Training 4: Practical Time Management Skills for Field Leaders\nLIVESTREAM\nField Leadership Academy\nJohn Koontz\nThursday\, August 27\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179\nThe effective management of their own time is one of a Field Leaders greatest challenges and is often the root cause of their greatest failures. Construction productivity experts have known for many years that journeyman productivity has a direct correlation to a foreman’s effectiveness. A Field Leader’s effectiveness is also directly correlated to how efficiently and wisely they use their own time. Great time management is always difficult for a Field Leader…but it’s not impossible. The most effective Field Leaders have learned the tricks\, methods\, techniques\, and habits that must be put in place and then constantly improved upon to ensure the most efficient and effective usage of their time. In this session\, the instructor will cover many specific methods and practices for improving the efficiency and the overall effectiveness of a Field Leader. Among the topics to be discussed and examined are the following: time ownership (valuing\, guarding\, protecting)\, managing visitors\, knowing how and when to say yes or no\, setting smart goals\, calendar driven\, priority driven\, list driven\, effective delegation\, meeting management\, quiet hour\, phone management\, email management\, and creating your own personal system.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/foreman-training-4-practical-time-management-skills-for-field-leaders/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260828T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192339Z
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SUMMARY:Project Management 7: Contract Basics: Using the Contract as a PM Tool
DESCRIPTION:Project Management 7: Contract Basics: Using the Contract as a PM Tool \nLIVESTREAM\nJohn Koontz\nFriday\, August 28\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179\nThis workshop offers a practical introduction to construction contracts and is tailored specifically for project managers in mechanical construction with 0–5 years of experience. The session focuses on the terminology\, key components\, and clauses that directly influence daily project execution\, communication\, schedule and change management\, and risk mitigation. While contracts can be complex and take years to fully master\, this course provides a solid foundation in understanding contract types\, structure\, and critical provisions. Topics include scope definition\, contract documents\, flow-through clauses\, incorporation by reference\, schedule requirements\, payment terms\, change orders\, delays\, notice obligations\, and dispute resolution—all presented in plain language and reinforced with real-world mechanical construction examples. The instructor will also emphasize the importance of building and maintaining strong\, professional working relationships with general contractors\, construction managers\, and owners—while ensuring contract requirements are upheld throughout the project.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/project-management-7-contract-basics-using-the-contract-as-a-pm-tool/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260911T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192407Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam - BEGINNER
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam – BEGINNER\nONLINE\nChristopher Suggs\nFriday\, September 11\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $299 \nPLEASE NOTE: Instructor will be using Revu 21. To follow along\, please make sure you have any of the following versions of Bluebeam:\nRevu 20 (Standard\, CAD\, eXtreme)\nRevu 21 (Core\, Complete)\nThis session will focus on getting you acquainted with the interface and out-of-the-box every-day tools. Agenda will include:\nRevu Basics: Interface\, Navigation and Profiles\, Document Manipulation\, Markup Tools\, Stamps\, Tool\nChest\, Markup List\nRevu Document Control: AutoMark & Page Extraction\, Creating a Navigable Drawing Set\, Document\nComparison & Overlay Pages\, Sets\nRevu Measurements & Takeoffs: Calibration\, Measurement Tools\, Custom Measurement Tools & Legends\, Basic Estimation in the Markups List
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/bluebeam-beginner/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192430Z
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel 2019 – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel 2019 – Part 2\nONLINE\nNew Horizons Computer Learning Center\nFriday\, September 18\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $299 \nThis course builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the Microsoft® Office Excel® 2019: Part  1 course and will help start you down the road to creating advanced workbooks and worksheets that can help deepen your understanding of organizational intelligence. This course is designed for students who already have foundational knowledge and skills in Excel 2019 and who wish to begin taking advantage of some of the higher-level functionality in Excel to analyze and present data. To ensure success\, students should have completed Microsoft® Office Excel® 2019: Part 1 or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. The ability to analyze massive amounts of data\, extract actionable information from it\, and present that information to decision makers is at the foundation of a successful organization that is able to compete at a high level. Upon successful completion of this course\, you will be able to leverage the power of data analysis and presentation in order to make informed\, intelligent organizational decisions. You will: Work with functions. Work with lists. Analyze data. Visualize data with charts. Use PivotTables and PivotCharts. The final stop\, Excel 2019 Part 3 is just around the corner!
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/microsoft-excel-2019-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260930T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192505Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Negotiation Workshop: Negotiating Techniques for Project Managers
DESCRIPTION:Strategic Negotiation Workshop: Negotiating Techniques for Project Managers \nLIVESTREAM\nJohn Koontz\nWednesday\, September 30\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nWho should attend: This course is intended for experienced Project Managers with more than 5 years of experience.\nThis workshop-based class is specific to the role of a project manager in the mechanical contracting industry and is designed to help mid-level to senior project managers develop their overall project negotiating abilities. This class is created to be a follow-up to the class titled “Negotiating: Basic Negotiating Skills for PM’s”. After a short remedial lecture which re-acquaints the class with the basic concepts and principles of negotiating\, participants will be divided into groups to engage in simulated negotiations with predefined objectives. Most of the class will focus on role-playing simulations. After each roleplay\, participants will receive structured feedback on their performance and strategies for improvement. Examples of real-life scenarios could include\, but will not be limited to: supplier delivery problems\, subcontractor performance and/or payment issues\, change order negotiation with a client\, schedule compression or acceleration negotiation with a GC and/or CM\, payment and/or non-payment issues\, issues between you and your foreman and other labor and performance related issues\, etc.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/strategic-negotiation-workshop-negotiating-techniques-for-project-managers/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261001T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192528Z
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SUMMARY:Foreman Training 5: Project Documentation: The Field Leaders Role/ Managing Our Subcontractors – The Field Leaders Role
DESCRIPTION:Foreman Training 5: Project Documentation: The Field Leaders Role/Managing Our Subcontractors – The Field Leaders Role\nLIVESTREAM\nJohn Koontz\nThursday\, October 1\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nThis class will specifically examine the Field Leaders role in creating an ongoing written “first-hand account” of all significant project events that is clear\, accurate\, and complete. When done well\, the Field Leader will provide their contractor with a powerful and nearly indisputable historical account of the project. The steps for planning and implementing the documentation process for a mechanical construction project will be reviewed and methods for improving the process will be discussed. The instructor will provide guidance\, best practices\, and expertise in the areas of Contractual Notice\, Foreman Daily Logs\, Photographs and Videos\, Meeting Minutes\, Follow-up Emails\, Change Management\, Field Authorization\, Schedule Issues\, Weather\, Professionalism\, Material Deliveries\, etc.\nSubcontractors represent a significant portion of most mechanical contracts\, and the performance of our subcontractors is a direct reflection of our own performance in the eyes of an owner\, construction manager\, or general contractor. On most projects\, especially smaller and midsize projects\, the field leader becomes so focused on crew leadership\, material expediting\, and work planning for our self-performed work that the performance and progress of our subcontractors’ work is often overlooked until problems arise. The field leaders focused\, and effective daily on-site management of subcontractors is necessary to prevent unforeseen problems and ensure project success. In this session the instructor will provide attendees with an understanding of the importance of developing trust-based relationships with subcontractors and will provide methods and best practices for successful subcontractor management.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/foreman-training-5-project-documentation-the-field-leaders-role-managing-our-subcontractors-the-field-leaders-role/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261002T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261002T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192559Z
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SUMMARY:Project Management 8:  Effective Project Documentation: Managing Risk
DESCRIPTION:Project Management 8: Effective Project Documentation: Managing Risk\nLIVESTREAM\nJohn Koontz\nFriday\, October 2\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nThis class focuses on the critical role that documentation plays in managing risk\, protecting productivity and profitability\, and supporting successful project outcomes. Attendees will learn what to document\, when to document it\, and how to create clear\, professional records that fulfill both practical and contractual requirements. The class emphasizes timely cause-and-effect documentation—linking actions\, events\, and impacts—as a key tool in avoiding disputes\, supporting claims\, and maintaining control throughout the project. Attendees will also gain a solid understanding of how to identify and comply with documentation requirements found in construction contracts\, including notice provisions\, recordkeeping expectations\, change order management\, and communication standards. Topics include RFIs\, keeping a journal\, change order documentation\, delay notices\, meeting minutes\, daily logs\, photographs and videos\, and follow-up emails. In addition\, the instructor will stress the importance of open and continuous communication between the project manager and the field leader (foreman)\, ensuring that information from the field is documented accurately and timely. Through real-world examples and proven best practices\, this class will help project managers develop consistent documentation practices that reduce risk\, improve communication\, maintain positive relationships\, and strengthen project execution.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/project-management-8-effective-project-documentation-managing-risk/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261007T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192620Z
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SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention VitalCog/Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Suicide Prevention VitalCog/Mental Health First Aid\nLIVESTREAM\nOmar Galindo/Rebecca Medaris\nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nThis combined training integrates VitalCog’s proactive approach to suicide prevention with the practical skills of Mental Health First Aid\, equipping participants to recognize and respond to mental health challenges in the workplace. VitalCog focuses on identifying early warning signs of suicide and promoting a culture of awareness\, early intervention\, and support. Just as organizations work to reduce physical health risks through prevention\, this training emphasizes how promoting mental health and encouraging early action can help reduce suicide in the workplace. Participants will engage in meaningful dialogue around mental health challenges\, strengthening their ability to recognize risk factors and take appropriate action. Building on this foundation\, the Mental Health First Aid component provides practical\, hands-on tools to respond effectively when someone is experiencing a mental health concern or crisis. Similar to traditional first aid\, participants will learn how to assess situations\, approach individuals with care\, listen without judgment\, and connect them to appropriate resources and professional support. By combining awareness with action\, this training builds confidence in addressing sensitive situations calmly and effectively. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of workplace mental health\, along with the skills needed to support others\, encourage help-seeking\, and contribute to a safer\, more supportive work environment.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/suicide-prevention-vitalcog-mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192654Z
UID:10000024-1791446400-1791475200@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel 2019 – Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft Excel 2019 – Part 3\nONLINE\nNew Horizons Computer Learning Center Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $299 \nhis course builds upon the foundational and intermediate knowledge presented in the Microsoft® Office Excel® 2019: Part 1 and Microsoft® Office Excel® 2019: Part 2 courses to help you get the most of your Excel experience. The ability to collaborate with colleagues\, automate complex or repetitive tasks\, and use conditional logic to construct and apply elaborate formulas and functions will put the full power of Excel right at your fingertips. The more you learn about how to get Excel to do the hard work for you\, the more you’ll be able to focus on getting the answers you need from the vast amounts of data your organization generates. This course is intended for students who are experienced Excel 2019 users and have a desire or need to advance their skills in working with some of the more advanced Excel features. Students will likely need to troubleshoot large\, complex workbooks\, automate repetitive tasks\, engage in collaborative partnerships involving workbook data\, construct complex Excel functions\, and use those functions to perform rigorous analysis of extensive\, complex datasets. To ensure success\, students should have practical\, real-world experience creating and analyzing datasets using Excel 2019. Specific tasks students should be able to perform include: creating formulas and using Excel functions; creating\, sorting\, and filtering datasets and tables; presenting data by using basic charts; creating and working with PivotTables\, slicers\, and PivotCharts; and customizing the Excel environment.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/microsoft-excel-2019-part-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261009T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261009T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192723Z
UID:10000025-1791529200-1791556200@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam – INTERMEDIATE
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam – INTERMEDIATE\nONLINE\nChristopher Suggs\nFriday\, October 9\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. MST Member: Free\nNon-Member: $299 \nPLEASE NOTE: Instructor will be using Revu 21. To follow along\, please make sure you have any of the following versions of Bluebeam:\nRevu 20 (Standard\, CAD\, eXtreme)\nRevu 21 (Core\, Complete) \nIn this session\, we’ll get under the hood of Revu to get a deeper understanding of every-day tools as well as building custom content. Agenda will include:\nInterface\, Navigation\, & Profiles (In Depth): Toolbars & Menus\, Panel Access Bar & Panel Management\,\nProfiles & Profile Management\, Standardizing Profiles\, Opening a PDF\, PDF Navigation\nMarkup Tools: Types of Markup Tools\, Customizing the Properties of Markup Tools\, Using the Snapshot Tool\nStamps: Applying a Stamp\, Creating Custom Stamps\nTool Chest: Basics of the Tool Chest\, Custom Tool Sets\, Creating Legends\, Adjusting & Updating Legends
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/bluebeam-intermediate/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261022T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192754Z
UID:10000026-1792652400-1792677600@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:HVAC 101 for Non-Technical Employees
DESCRIPTION:HVAC 101 for Non-Technical Employees\nLIVESTREAM\nBrad Perkins\nThursday\, October 22\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179\nThis seminar offers an introduction to HVAC (Heating\, Ventilation\, and Air Conditioning) systems\, focusing on their importance in creating an optimal environment for building occupants. Key topics include system design principles\, mechanical equipment\, piping materials\, and construction requirements. Participants will examine plans and specifications used in project illustrations and learn about the commissioning process. Learning Objectives:\n• Define basic HVAC industry terminology.\n• Recognize different HVAC equipment and systems and understand their functions.\n• Describe common heating methods for rooms or facilities.\n• Identify fundamental components of air conditioning systems.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/hvac-101-for-non-technical-employees/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192824Z
UID:10000027-1792738800-1792764000@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Plumbing 101 for Non-Technical Employees
DESCRIPTION:Plumbing 101 for Non-Technical Employees\nLIVESTREAM\nBrad Perkins\nFriday\, October 23\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nThis introductory course provides a practical overview of plumbing systems commonly used in mechanical construction\, designed specifically for non-technical professionals seeking a clearer understanding of how these systems function and are applied in the field.\nParticipants will explore the fundamentals of domestic water distribution\, including pipe sizing\, system layout\, and key components such as backflow preventers\, booster pumps\, and pressure considerations. The course will also cover sanitary systems\, including pipe sizing\, slope requirements\, and the role of lift stations in effective wastewater management.\nIn addition\, attendees will gain insight into specialized systems and equipment such as oil and sand interceptors\, grease traps\, and kitchen plumbing systems. The training will also introduce core concepts related to hydronic systems\, including primary and secondary distribution for chilled water and boiler systems\, as well as pump operation\, pump curves\, and cavitation.\nThe course will further examine water heating technologies\, including traditional\, tankless\, and condensing water heaters\, with an emphasis on system layout for energy efficiency. Important safety and performance considerations—such as hot water delivery temperatures\, scalding prevention\, and Legionella risk—will also be discussed\, along with the role of hot water recirculation systems. By the end of the course\, participants will have a well-rounded foundational understanding of plumbing systems\, enabling them to better interpret plans\, communicate with technical teams\, and contribute more effectively to project discussions.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/plumbing-101-for-non-technical-employees/
LOCATION:Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261029T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261029T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192843Z
UID:10000020-1793257200-1793282400@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Foreman Training 6: Essential People Management Skills for Field Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Foreman Training 6: Essential People Management Skills for Field Leaders\nLIVESTREAM\nField Leadership Academy\nJohn Koontz\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nSuccessful journeymen with unique abilities\, but with little or no management training\, are frequently promoted to “foreman” and then lead crews of workers on mechanical projects. This class is meant to be that “initial management training”. People management skills are crucial for a construction foreman because they directly impact the efficiency\, safety\, and morale of the team\, ensuring that a project progresses smoothly. The Field Leader interacts daily with subcontractors\, other trades\, and stakeholders and when they learn the basics and then work hard to become better “people managers”\, they’ll have more successful projects and fewer stressful days. In this session the class will explore and discuss the basic people management skills that are relative to the position of jobsite foreman. In addition\, the instructor will explain and emphasize those essential traits\, skills\, and behaviors that allow a foreman to more effectively manage their crews\, their subcontractors\, other trades\, and their customers.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/foreman-training-6-essential-people-management-skills-for-field-leaders/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192921Z
UID:10000028-1793343600-1793368800@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Project Management 9: Change Order Management: Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Project Management 9: Change Order Management: Best Practices\nLIVESTREAM\nJohn Koontz\nFriday\, October 30\, 2026\n7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nThis class provides mechanical project managers with the knowledge\, tools\, and strategies needed to manage change orders effectively – safeguarding profitability\, preserving leverage\, and maintaining strong customer relationships in an ever-changing project environment. While changes are inevitable\, poor change management can quickly erode margins\, disrupt efficiency\, delay progress\, spark disputes\, and damage reputations. The instructor will examine the most common causes and types of project changes\, emphasizing the critical need to establish a clear baseline of scope\, schedule\, conditions\, and budget at the start of the project. Participants will develop practical skills for identifying change conditions\, issuing timely and contract-compliant notices\, documenting impacts\, and negotiating fair\, accurate pricing. This course also covers key contract requirements\, the differences between private and government work\, and the serious risks of performing T&M work based on direction from unauthorized personnel representing the GC\, CM\, or Owner. Additionally\, the instructor will stress that successful change order management relies heavily on the open and consistent communication between the project manager and the field leader (foreman). To reinforce key lessons\, the class will include a short workshop segment where participants will review and discuss several realistic change order scenarios drawn from actual project experiences.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/project-management-9-change-order-management-best-practices/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261106T153000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213327
CREATED:20260609T192940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192940Z
UID:10000029-1793952000-1793979000@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Bluebeam – ADVANCED
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam – ADVANCED\nONLINE\nChristopher Suggs\nFriday\, November 6\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. MST Member: Free\nNon-Member: $299 \nLEASE NOTE: Instructor will be using Revu 21. To follow along\, please make sure you have any of the following versions of Bluebeam:\nRevu 20 (Standard\, CAD\, eXtreme)\nRevu 21 (Core\, Complete) \nThis last session will focus on advanced tools and workflows for extracting data and collaborating in the cloud. Agenda will include: \nMarkups List: Organizing\, Sorting\, & Filtering\, Statuses\, Custom Columns\, Importing & Exporting\,\nCustom Formulas\, Quantity Link & Excel Templates\nRevisions: Inserting Sheets & Batch Insert\, Sets\, Overlaying Sheets & Batch Overlay\, Document\nComparison\, Updating a Takeoff\nIntroduction to Studio: Sessions vs. Projects\, Getting into Studio\nStudio Sessions: Setting up a New Session\, Live Session Participation\, Record Reports\, Closing out a Studio Session\nStudio Projects: Setting up a New Project\, Inviting Attendees & Setting Permissions\, Working with
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/bluebeam-advanced/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213328
CREATED:20260609T192959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192959Z
UID:10000030-1794470400-1794495600@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:AI For Project Managers
DESCRIPTION:AI For Project Managers\nLIVESTREAM\nChris Carr\nNovember 12\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $229 \nSpecialized AI training for Estimators and Project Managers enhances accuracy in project estimation\, boosts operational efficiency\, and optimizes project management practices. \nThis course will cover:\n• AI-powered analysis for identifying schedule delays and conflicts\n• Forecasting workforce needs using AI-driven labor modeling\n• AI-assisted tracking of material lead times and procurement delays\n• Smart takeoffs and estimating with historical labor and material cost benchmarks\n• Predictive budgeting and early detection of cost overruns\n• Contract review with AI for risk clauses and change orders\n• Change order comparison with cost impact summaries\n• AI-enhanced submittal and RFI workflows\n• Consistent generation of reports and documentation using AI
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/ai-for-project-managers/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213328
CREATED:20260609T193021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T193021Z
UID:10000031-1794470400-1794495600@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:AI for HR & Administrators
DESCRIPTION:AI for HR & Administrators \nLIVESTREAM \nChris Carr\nNovember 12\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. MST\nMember: Free\nNon-Member: $229 \nThis program\, AI for Administration & HR 101: Practical Foundations\, is designed to equip HR and administrative professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently integrate artificial intelligence into their daily work and long-term strategy.\nThis course will cover:\n• Strategic AI Foundations for HR\n• Risk\, Governance & Responsible Adoption\n• AI-Enabled Talent Strategy\n• Practical HR Productivity Gains\n• Workforce & Organizational Transformation\n• Hands-On Implementation Roadmap
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/ai-for-hr-administrators/
LOCATION:Livestream
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T213328
CREATED:20260609T193049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T193049Z
UID:10000032-1796371200-1796396400@arizonamca.org
SUMMARY:Collaboration Skills at Work
DESCRIPTION:Collaboration Skills at Work\nLIVESTREAM\nDianne Young\nFriday\, December 4\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. MST\nMembers: Free\nNon-Member: $179 \nEffective collaboration is essential for organizational success. This course helps participants develop the skills needed to work productively with others\, build trust\, and achieve shared goals. Participants will learn how to communicate effectively\, navigate team dynamics\, and leverage diverse perspectives to improve outcomes. Includes: Key principles of effective teamwork and collaboration\, Techniques for improving communication within teams\, Strategies for resolving conflict and building trust\, How to leverage diverse perspectives for better results.
URL:https://arizonamca.org/event/collaboration-skills-at-work/
LOCATION:Livestream
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