FABTECH ABOUT THE EDUCATION PROGRAM The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Int’l (FMA), SME, Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), and Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) cosponsor the sessions on finishing, stamping, laser, cutting, lean, management, job shop solutions, workforce development, forming and fabricating, additive manufacturing, and automation. All sessions are two hours in length, offering practical knowledge you can use right away. Sessions with Tech Tours combine classroom instruction followed by expert-led guided tours on the show floor to see technology operating in designated booths. The American Welding Society presents a comprehensive lineup of welding education. Led by the industry’s top professionals, programs focus on best practices and new commercial developments in welding and thermal spray. Events include conferences, seminars, RWMA Resistance Welding School, professional program, society events, and more. EXPERIENCE LEVELS The Schedule-at-a-Glance on the following pages provides a quick reference to all the educational programs offered at FABTECH 2016. Note that you can use the following key to find the programs that meet your needs. B Basic — Recommended for the attendee who is new to the industry or needs a refresher on the topic. I Intermediate — Designed for the attendee who already has a basic understanding of the subject matter. A Advanced — For the attendee with several years of experience who is seeking more in-depth information. CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS Individuals who attend AWS Education programs are 62 WELDING JOURNAL / NOVEMBER 2016 awarded 1 PDH (Professional Development Hour) for each hour of education program attendance. Individuals seeking FMA Recertification Credits will be awarded 2 credits for each conference session attended (forming and fabricating, cutting, or finishing tracks) plus an additional 2 credits for attending the show. Individuals who attend SME education programs may be eligible to receive 1 credit per hour attended toward their SMEmanaged recertification requirements. MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Discounted rates for members are available on educational programs. Interested in becoming a member of AWS, FMA, SME, PMA, or CCAI? Find details on each of the cosponsor associations and membership benefits by visiting their websites today!
Welding Journal | November 2016
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