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2017 Training Schedule

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Better yourself, better your company! Contractor Training

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LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

Learn the basics of hydraulics and irrigation system installation and maintenance. This full-day, hands-on learning session covers gluing and repairing PVC pipe, installing nozzles and adjusting heads, setting and repairing electric valves, and field and controller wiring techniques. Overview of class: CIT’s are field technicians who install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. CITs: Cut and join pipe, know the limitations of different piping systems, and understand basic hydraulics Lay out and install piping and water delivery components; backflow prevention components;

mechanical, hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls; and other irrigation system components. Troubleshoot and repair irrigation components and systems. To become a CIT, you must: Register for the exam. Minimum requirement: six months or 1,000 hours of irrigation-related field

experience. Pass the irrigation technician exam. The 3-hour exam includes 100 equally-weighted, multiple choice

questions on basic irrigation principles, basic electrical principles and basic hydraulics. Comply with the Select Certified Code of Ethics. Remain in good standing. CITs must submit 20 continuing education units per 2-year cycle.

LOCATION: DATE: TIME:

Casper, WY March 14, 2017 8:00am to 5:00pm (Class)

Instructor: Craig Borland (CIC, CIT, CID, CLIA, CLWM, EPA-WaterSense) of The Toro Company

CLASS LOCATION Casper Inn and Suites 651 Granite Peak Drive

Casper, WY 82609

Per Person

Class includes: One day of classroom

learning, lunch and handbook only!

CIT EXAM


Casper, WY March 15, 2017 9:00am to NOON (Exam)

*** EXAM FEES ARE A SEPARATE FEE FROM CLASS FEE ***

EXAM LOCATION Casper Inn and Suites 651 Granite Peak Drive

Casper, WY 82609 Member Non-Member

YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER TO TAKE IA EXAM

Exam Fees can be sent directly to the IA or we can invoice your CPS Net 30 Account


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This two-day class is a comprehensive refresher for experienced contractors. Topics include soil-water-plant relationships, hydraulics, basic electricity, grounding, pumps, job safety requirements, relevant building codes, scheduling, water-use efficiency and system uniformity.

Overview of class: CICs install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. CIC’s: Execute irrigation projects to meet all specifications and requirements. Prepare installation sites, including layout, staking, excavation, boring, trenching, grading and back-filling. Cut and join pipe, know the limitations of different piping systems, and understand basic hydraulics. Lay out and install piping and water delivery components; backflow prevention components; mechanical,

hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls; and other irrigation system components. troubleshoot and repair irrigation components and systems. Understand good business practices; construction contracts and their legal rights and obligations; and licensing

laws and codes in their state

To become a CIC, you must:

Register for the exam. Minimum requirement: one year of irrigation-related work experience Pass the irrigation contractor exam. The 3-1/2 hour exam includes 150 equally-weighted, multiple choice

questions on irrigation design, irrigation installation, irrigation scheduling, water management & conservation, maintenance & repair, federal laws & codes, and general business management. Candidates have 3-1/2 hours to complete exam.

Comply with the Select Certified Code of Ethics. Remain in good standing. CIC’s must submit 20 continuing education units per 2-year cycle.

LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION CONTRACTOR

Per Person


Westminster January 31, 2017 8:00am to 5:00pm (Class)

February 1, 2017 8:00am to 5:00pm (Class)


Class includes: Two days of classroom

learning, lunch and handbook only!

CIC EXAM


Westminster February 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON (Exam)

*** EXAM FEES ARE A SEPARATE FEE FROM CLASS FEE ***

EXAM LOCATION CPS distributors - Westminster

1105 West 122nd Avenue Westminster, CO 80234 Member Non-Member

YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER TO TAKE IA EXAM

Exam Fees can be sent directly to the IA or we can invoice your CPS Net 30 Account

CLASS LOCATION CPS distributors - Westminster

1105 West 122nd Avenue Westminster, CO 80234


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CONCRETE PAVER INSTALLER COURSE CERTIFICATION CLASS

The two-day classroom based course equips individuals currently employed in the concrete paver installer industry with classroom training to properly install interlocking concrete paving systems. In addition, participants have the opportunity to pursue certification and industry recognition. (LUNCH PROVIDED)


Westminster February 28, 2017 8:00am to 5:00pm

March 1, 2017 8:00am to 5:00pm

Instructor: Marc Larsen of Mountain West Paver Specialists

COURSE CONTENT

Job planning and documentation

Estimating quantities, job layout, and flow

Soil characteristics and compaction

Base materials

Edge restraints

Bedding and joint sands

Selection and installation of concrete pavers

Maintenance and management

Specialty applications and construction tips

Safety

Estimating and job costing

Contract basics

Per Person Non-Member

Class Sponsored by

Please note that upon successful completion of the classroom based course and exam, participants will receive a Record of Completion from ICPI, about a month after ICPI receives the course materials. Those interested in earning an ICPI Concrete Paver Installer certification will need to complete an Application for Certification, showing that they meet the minimum installation experience requirements (Five or more projects totaling at least 10,000 sq. ft.) Additionally, continuing education will be required during each two-year certification term .

Per Person Informational Member

You must be a Member of ICPI to choose discounted pricing!!!


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IRRIGATION DESIGN FOR YOUR LANDSCAPE

Instructor: Chris Bowell or Ryan Brown of Rain Bird


Englewood January 18, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

**Loveland January 19, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Westminster February 14, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Cheyenne February 15, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

This class will teach you the basic understanding of properly designing, installing and maintaining an irrigation system. Topics covered in this class include; basic hydraulics, preparing a site plan, irrigation requirements, water sources, power requirements and choosing water efficient irrigation products for a residential or small commercial site. This class is a beginner to intermediate level class.


UNDERSTANDING IRRIGATION HYDRAULICS

Instructor: Chris Bowell or Ryan Brown of Rain Bird


Casper January 25, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Colorado Springs January 31, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Longmont February 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Fort Collins February 28, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Centennial March 14, 2017 8:00am to NOON

This class will teach you the basic understanding of hydraulics that operate an irrigation system. Topics covered in this class include identifying water sources, understanding how elevation effects pressure, understanding manufacturers catalog and pipe charts and identifying irrigation requirements for site plan.


Glenwood Springs February 14, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Instructor: George Cole or Justin Hamula of Hunter Industries

** Loveland Training classes will be held at UNC Loveland Center at Centerra 2915 Rocky Mountain Ave, Loveland, CO 80538

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Colorado Springs February 28, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Longmont March 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Westminster March 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON

This class will teach you techniques determining the electrical viability of each component, proper usage of equipment, situations in the field, and ways to prevent electrical surges and damage to irrigation controllers and related components. Topics include locating valves, valve repair, wire tracking, locating opens and shorts, and diagnosing electrical faults in conventional and two-wire systems.




Colorado Springs 28 de febrero de 2017 8:00am a MEDIODÍA

Longmont 1 de marzo de 2017 8:00am a MEDIODÍA

Westminster 2 de marzo de 2017 8:00am a MEDIODÍA

Esta clase aprenderá técnicas para determinar la viabilidad eléctrica de cada componente, como usar el material apropiado, las situaciones en el campo y las maneras de prevenir las sobrecargas eléctricas y los daños a los controladores de riego y componentes relacionados. Los temas incluyen válvulas de localización, reparación de válvulas, rastreo de alambres, localización de circuitos defectuosos y diagnóstico de fallas eléctricas en sistemas convencionales y de dos alambres.

Instructor: Craig Borland de The Toro Company

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS DE IRRIGACIÓN

IRRIGATION TROUBLESHOOTING Spanish Speaking Class

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ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING FOR IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

This class combines classroom instruction and hands-on instruction of basic electrical components of an irrigation system. You will learn techniques to determine the electrical viability of each component, proper usage of equipment, situations in the field, and ways to prevent electrical surges and damage to irrigation controllers and related components. Topics include locating valves, valve repair, wire tracking, locating opens and shorts, and diagnosing electrical faults in conventional and two-wire systems. We will also be covering the topic of Two-Wire Irrigation. Topics covered in the two-wire segment include proper wire sizing, the proper wire path, decoders, grounding and control system.


**Loveland January 18, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Casper January 24, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Centennial January 26, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Fort Collins January 31, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Glenwood Springs February 2, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Colorado Springs February 21, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Englewood February 22, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Cheyenne February 28, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Westminster March 14, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Longmont March 15, 2017 8:00am to 4:00pm

Instructor: Dennis Lynch of CPS distributors, inc.

Instructor: Kevin Johnson of Munro Pumps

INCREASE YOUR SALES AND PROFITS WITH PUMP INSTALLATIONS

Increase your knowledge and comfort with pumps while increasing your sales and profits with pump installations. This class will discuss when and why different types of pumps are used as well as what information is necessary to size a pump. Pump sizing exercises will be shown to ensure that attendees are comfortable with sizing a pump. Basic troubleshooting and when to call in the experts will also be covered in this class.


Westminster January 25, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Glenwood Springs February 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Englewood February 15, 2017 8:00am to NOON

**Loveland March 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON


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NEW TRENDS AND TECHNIQUES IN LANDSCAPE LIGHTING


Englewood February 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Colorado Springs February 14, 2017 8:00am to NOON



Westminster February 21, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Centennial March 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Instructor: Eric Schneider of FX Luminaire

Instructor: Brian Marvin of Unique Lighting Systems


You will learn the new trends and techniques of landscape lighting. Topics covered are, design, color options, installation, marketing and key selling points of a LED lighting in today's landscapes. You will also get a product update and see what's new for 2017!!!


Fort Collins January 24, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Longmont January 25, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Westminster January 26, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Casper February 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Glenwood Springs February 15, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Englewood March 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Colorado Springs March 14, 2017 8:00am to NOON

WATER FEATURE DESIGN IN AN OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

This class will go over the basics on how to add a water feature element to an outdoor living space. You will learn about types of features that compliment the landscape. Basic design, pump sizing, installation, maintenance, water treatments, marketing and key selling points will also be covered.

Instructor: Jim Chubb of Atlantic Water Gardens

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Colorado Springs January 24, 2017 ` 8:00am to NOON

Englewood January 25, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Casper February 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Westminster February 15, 2017 8:00am to NOON

**Loveland March 1, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Cheyenne March 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Glenwood Springs March 14, 2017 8:00am to NOON

MANAGING YOUR LANDSCAPE WITH FERTILIZERS, LIQUIDS & PESTICIDES

This class will discuss new technologies of products available for identifying and managing issues affecting turf and ornamental landscapes. You will learn how fertilizers and pesticides (Liquid and Granular) work and when to apply them.

Instructor: Rob Garcia of Winfield

DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS FOR LANDSCAPE

Instructor: Eric Jaeger of NDS Drainage


Centennial February 2, 2017 8:00am to NOON


Longmont February 22, 2017 8:00am to NOON

Westminster March 15, 2017 8:00am to NOON

This class will focus on of exterior drainage of your landscape project. You will learn how to identify the problem, use an online calculator to help you design a plan, choose products and go over installation tips for the project.



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From the convenience of your computer or tablet, you have access to a rich catalog of courses and educational content.

Learn anytime, anyplace with access to the portal 24/7.

Make your employees more productive by registering each of them in on-going education.


Per Person

Registration will give you access to the portal for all of 2017.

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S A V E T H E D A T E

(Formally know as The Merchandise Mart)

I-25 and 58th Avenue 451 East 58th Avenue

Denver, CO 80216

Date: Thursday, March 9th, 2017 Time: 7:00am to 4:00pm

Colorado and Wyoming’s Premier Irrigation, Landscape & Water Well Trade Show ALL 20

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