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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
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SUMMARY:CE 4040/6040 (001) Masonry Structural Design Course
DESCRIPTION:New Masonry Engineering Course – Sold out with 55 Students! \nCourse Description: Introduction to design of structural elements for masonry buildings\, including lintels\, walls\, shear walls\, columns\, pilasters\, and retaining walls. Reinforced and unreinforced elements of concrete or clay masonry are designed by allowable stress and strength design methods. Introduces construction techniques\, materials\, and terminology used in masonry. \nLearning Objectives / Outcomes After completing this course\, students will be able to \n\nIdentify masonry types and components of masonry assemblies.\nGain a basic understanding of the materials used to fabricate masonry assemblies\, and the materials test procedures for obtaining material properties for design.\nDesign reinforced and unreinforced elements of concrete or clay masonry by allowable stress and strength design methods.\nDemonstrate knowledge gained in the course through a hands-on laboratory or design project.\nGain understanding of practical considerations for constructability and durability of masonry.\n\nLocation: Clemson University
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ce-4040-6040-001-masonry-structural-design-course/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
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SUMMARY:CE443 - Design of Masonry Structures
DESCRIPTION:This is a Civil Engineering elective course. This course is required for graduate civil engineering students specializing in structural engineering. \nLocation: Southern Illinois University\, Edwardsville\, IL
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ce443-design-of-masonry-structures/
CATEGORIES:Region 3 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
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SUMMARY:Spitzer School of Architecture – Design + Build Competition and Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:The main objective is to facilitate recognition that common building materials (Concrete Masonry) can be reinterpreted and improved by good design: \n\nPerspective: Making something extraordinary out of the ordinary\, with objective parameters of analysis for improvement.\nScope of work: Design and development of 5-15 prototypes of concrete block green-wall systems: documentation at CD-level\, with course plans\, sections elevations\, axonometric representations of systems\, key details\, perspectival representations; sketch models; full scale prototype (finished at event).\n\nThis is a design build hands on education competition for one full semester. Two design team consisting of 4th & 5th year architectural students will compete. A winning team will be announced\, and awards will be handed out at a luncheon Banquet. \nLocation: Spitzer School of Architecture (CCNY) 141 Convent Ave.\, New York NY 10031
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/spitzer-school-of-architecture-design-build-competition-and-curriculum/
CATEGORIES:Region 1 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250311T141553Z
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SUMMARY:AEC Entrepreneurship Course
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: Do you have the passion to develop your own business model and make a unique impact on the AEC industry? Here is your chance to be empowered to think with the end in mind – envision your impact\, build your brand and become a construction entrepreneur! In this course\, students will learn to create and refine their mission\, find their core values\, envision their business\, cultivate diversity/equity/inclusion and move their brand from idea to market. Students will receive step-by-step guidance to take their business idea to launch.  Concrete Masonry specializations are of particular interest to the Concrete Masonry Checkoff. \nLocation: California State University\, Fresno – Lyles College of Engineering\, Construction Management Program
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/aec-entrepreneurship-course/
CATEGORIES:Region 5 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250305T134148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T174000Z
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SUMMARY:Florida SkillsUSA State Masonry Contest
DESCRIPTION:The State Leadership and Skills Conference is the premier CTE event in the state of Florida. The top students in over 100 different skill and leadership competitions gather to compete against their peers for a chance to advance to the National Leadership and Skills Conference. These competitions allow students to hone their technical skills\, connect with business and industry\, and become skilled professionals\, career-ready leaders\, and responsible community members. In addition to competitions\, students are invited to participate in other conference activities to further their careers and connect them with potential future employers. During the Meet the Employer Career Fair\, more than 50 local\, state\, and national companies are looking to recruit and hire students for immediate job openings. The CONNECTED Expo and Trade Show showcases business and industry partners and their products\, services\, and career opportunities. \nLocation: Jacksonville\, FL
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/florida-skillsusa-state-masonry-contest/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250403T180454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T180454Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Technology in Masonry
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging Technology in the Masonry Industry! We will highlight various technological advancements\, including a Virtual Reality (VR) walkthrough of a masonry building. \nTopics include: \n\nLive demo of Construction Robotics in Masonry\nMechatronics in the Block Industry\nMasonry IQ (Revit Plugin) with VR\nLive demo of Core Foam Masonry Foam Insulation®\nInteractive CMU production plant tour\nHands-on block laying and mortar spreading\n\nLocation: Willocks Brothers – Maryville\, TN
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/leveraging-technology-in-masonry/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
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SUMMARY:ULI Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Where ULI members come together to shape the built environment. \nValuable connections: Meet colleagues and potential partners during networking events\, interactive sessions\, roundtable discussions\, and small group tours. Share the latest ideas and insights. Engage in Q&A sessions and small group discussions on the forces shaping our industry. Find out what’s next for infrastructure\, technology\, housing\, public/private partnerships\, mixed-use development\, and so much more. \nUnparalleled speakers: World-renowned industry leaders will share their insights on topics ranging from capital markets and the impact of AI and technology in real estate. \nExclusive tours: Explore award-winning projects from Denver through exclusive\, behind-the-scenes tours\, and talk with the project partners who developed them. \nLearn more here. \nLocation: Colorado Convention Center Denver\, CO\, United States
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/uli-spring-meeting/
CATEGORIES:National Program Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250305T134336Z
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SUMMARY:Tennessee Masonry Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day is set up to introduce students to the concrete masonry career path by contractors and producers alike in the state of Tennessee. \nLocation: Tennessee
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/tennessee-masonry-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250514
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250403T180153Z
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SUMMARY:Ladies in Concrete Masonry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Open to middle school and high school girls will learn about potential concrete industry careers during the event hosted by the nationally recognized Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Concrete Industry Management program. Girls will participate in a series of workshops designed to expose attendees to concrete masonry\, ready mix production\, concrete mix design\, plant production and equipment\, welding and industry hand tools. The concrete masonry industry will be providing CMU materials and hosting a hands on demonstration for all attendees. \nLocation: Middle TN State University
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ladies-in-concrete-masonry-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
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SUMMARY:NCMCA "Got to be NC" Masonry Event
DESCRIPTION:This event will be held at the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh\, NC during the “Got to be NC” Festival. This event will showcase the youth that are currently in the masonry pathway in NC and will introduce potential youth to a concrete masonry career option. \nLocation: Raleigh\, NC
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/ncmca-got-to-be-nc-masonry-event/
CATEGORIES:Region 2 Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250508T155129Z
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SUMMARY:TMS webinar hosting the Concrete Masonry Checkoff
DESCRIPTION:Join TMS as they host the Concrete Masonry Checkoff for a 2025 Update. The webinar will be held on Monday May 19th\, at 12 PM CT/1 PM ET with Checkoff leadership and TMS members\, where they will share updates on the Concrete Masonry Checkoff goals and accomplishments and highlighting TMS member’s work with the Checkoff. Registration for this webinar will be coming soon\, but\, please save the date in your calendar. \n 
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/tms-webinar-hosting-the-concrete-masonry-checkoff/
CATEGORIES:Checkoff Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250305T144655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T144655Z
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SUMMARY:AIA Wisconsin Conference on Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA Wisconsin for the state’s largest and longest-running Conference on Architecture and Building Products Expo. This premier event brings together architects\, industry professionals\, and students to explore the latest trends\, innovations\, and insights in architecture and design. With a diverse range of attendees\, it’s the perfect opportunity to network\, learn\, and engage with the future of the built environment. \nLocation: Madison Marriott West Conference Center 1313 John Q Hammons Dr Middleton\, WI 53562
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/aia-wisconsin-conference-on-architecture/
CATEGORIES:National Program Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250527T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
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SUMMARY:Program Webinars
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URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/program-webinars/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTSTAMP:20260611T131126
CREATED:20250415T155625Z
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SUMMARY:Award Ceremony + Luncheon\, Concrete Masonry Check-Off and Spitzer School of Architecture
DESCRIPTION:At this luncheon\, the collaboration between Concrete Masonry Check-Off\, the Associated Brick Mason Contractors of Greater New York and the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 1 New York & Long Island & Labor Management Committee and the Spitzer School of Architecture\, City College of New York (CUNY) is celebrated. Two designs were built the week before\, with professional help of skilled masons and students working as apprentices and facilitators of their designs. At the event\, the winning team of this competition will be announced\, with comments of the jury and of various competition sponsors. \nContact cvolkmann@ccny.cuny.edu for more details. \nLocation: FUMO Restaurant\, 1600 Amsterdam Ave. New York NY 10031
URL:https://concretemasonrycheckoff.org/event/award-ceremony-luncheon-concrete-masonry-check-off-and-spitzer-school-of-architecture/
CATEGORIES:Region 1 Event
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