WSDOT Educational Opportunities - LTAP Training Program

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Current Classes

Classes are open to employees of the following: cities, counties, tribes, ports, transit agencies, WSDOT and other state agencies, consultants, contractors, and out-of-state public agencies.

Basics of a Good Gravel Road
April 21, 2009, Moses Lake
April 28, 2009, Kent
Instructor: Bill Heiden
$50. Registration will open soon.

Bridge Inventory Coding
January 13-15, 2009, Moses Lake
Free to WA State agencies, $150 to out-of-state attendees.

Contract Specification Writing
September 18, 2008, Olympia
November 6, 2008, Mount Vernon
February 24, 2009, Tacoma
April 9, 2009, Shoreline
$75

Cultural Resources
September 30-October 3, 2008, The Dalles, Oregon
$375
Please call the LTAP office to add your name to the wait list if you would like to attend, or contact one of the agencies listed in the attached brochure. You will need to be on a wait list in order to get into this very popular class. Classes for 2008 are full. This class is not available for online registration. Related article and photos - see Pg. 8.

Designing Pedestrian Facilities for Accessibility
August 5, 2008, Tumwater class full
August 6, 2008, Spokane cancelled
August 6, 2008, Tacoma new
August 7, 2008, Tukwila class full
August 8, 2008, Tukwila
$100

Highway Runoff Manual Training
Classes are being developed for late September thru November 2008 in
Seattle (3 classes), Spokane, Olympia, Vancouver, and Central WA.
$200 local agencies/$600 consultants. Classes are on hold.

Professional Training for Project Teams
Project Leadership was held on November 8, 2007 in Sammamish
Managing Project Risk was held on March 26, 2008 in Bellevue
The last class in this series is Project Estimating and Budgeting which will be held on November 6, 2008 in the Bellevue/Tukwila area
These classes are in partnership with the Association of Washington Cities.
Registration is thru AWC.
$185 (tentative cost), includes lunch
Registration opens this fall.

Preparing Your ECS for NEPA Approval
September 18, 2008, Mount Vernon
September 25, 2008, Olympia
October 7, 2008, Yakima
October 8, 2008, Spokane
October 16, 2008, Vancouver
October 21, 2008, Shoreline
Free.

Roadway Drainage
April 23, 2009, Mount Vernon
April 30, 2009, Tumwater
Instructor: Bill Heiden
$50. Registration will open soon.

PS&E Word
Instructor: Theresa Schreier, WSDOT PS&E Support, (360) 705-7467, schreit@wsdot.wa.gov. Classes are free.
This course teaches users how to use the PS&E Text Processing System to create, format, and assemble Amendments and Special Provisions into contract documents. After taking PS&E Word users will be able to create new documents, create runlists, fill in General Special Provisions, revise documents, assemble contract provisions, create table of contents, and delete job directories. For designers, contract writers, and reviewers. For local agencies and consultants as well as WSDOT. This is a four-hour course and 10-15 people can attend each class. Classes are by special request, contact Theresa Schreier directly for information or to schedule a class.

Flagging Classes
Classes are available at many colleges, technical schools, and training agencies throughout Washington. Check this Web site for individual or agency training.

Writing Skills
Classes are currently scheduled through the Washington State Department of Personnel and are usually held in Olympia. $155. Instructor: Jordan Peabody. Local agencies are invited to attend this or any other classes through DOP. Click here for a direct link to DOP site.
Olympia: August 14-15; September 25-26.

Writing Documents in Plain Talk
This one-day course through the Washington State Department of Personnel will cover the general principles and seven guidelines of Plain Talk as it applies to writing instructions, announcements, publications, and other documents. Instructors vary depending on class: scheduled for all of these sessions are Sharon Bridwell or Jordan Peabody. Intended Audience: All public sector employees who must write readable documents according to Executive Order 05-03. $110.
Olympia: July 17; August 5, 11, 25; September 18, 23.
Seattle: September 4.

Local agencies are invited to attend these or any other classes through DOP. Click here for a direct link to DOP site for registration and further information.

Other classes through the Department of Personnel.

Local Agencies invited to WSDOT Training

Local agencies are invited to attend WSDOT "Construction" and "Design" training classes. All classes are free. Agencies that may participate in these training classes are: cities, counties, ports, tribes, transit agencies and consultants acting as official city engineer.

Classes are not open to other state agencies or consultants who are not acting in the capacity of official city engineer, contractors, or out of state.

These are WSDOT employee training classes. There are generally no more than three to five seats per class. If a class has extra seats left over that are not filled with WSDOT staff they may become available to locals. Participation should be limited to one person per agency per class initially. If you have more than one to register, go ahead and register them but their names will be held for a possible later opening.

Current classes are listed below. Register on-line using the link at the top of this page. New classes will be posted when they become available. If you are interested in a particular class you should request enrollment through the online registration process. Your e-mail response will tell you whether or not you are enrolled. In addition to your e-mail confirmation, you will receive a hard copy confirmation in the mail two to three weeks before the class.

Because these classes are very popular, we ask that if you enroll, please make every effort to attend. You can always substitute another person in your agency if you are unable to attend at the last minute. Just send them to the class.

The Design training season is approximately September through March, the Construction training season is January through May. Classes are scheduled in Seattle, Olympia, Vancouver, Wenatchee, Yakima, and Spokane.

If you have questions contact Laurel Gray at (360) 705-7355 or GrayL@wsdot.wa.gov.

WSDOT DESIGN COURSES
Descriptions for Design Courses
Classes are free.
Each of the following Design classes has 3 to 4 seats each.

Intersection and Pedestrian Design (CBD)
December 15-16, 2008, Shoreline
January 6-7, 2009, Vancouver
January 13-14, 2009, Tumwater
January 21-22, 2009, Wenatchee
January 27-28, 2009, Spokane

Roadside Safety (B74)
October 29-30, 2008, Shoreline
November 5-6, 2008, Vancouver
November 19-20, 2008, Olympia
December 17-18, 2008, Yakima
January 7-8, 2009, Wenatchee
January 14-15, 2009, Spokane

Roadway Geometric Design (BWE)
September 24-25, 2008, Vancouver
October 2-3, 2008, Wenatchee
October 22-23, 2008, Olympia
November 12-13, 2008, Spokane
November 19-20, 2008, Shoreline
December 3-4, 2008, Yakima

WSDOT Interchange Design (CFU)
December 17, 2008, Shoreline
January 8, 2009, Vancouver
January 15, 2009, Tumwater

Bituminous Surface Treatment Inspection (ACC)
This is a 4-hour class
Classes are over until winter 2009.

Electrical Illumination and Signals (API)
Classes are over until winter 2009.

Excavation and Embankments Inspection (AC3)
Classes are over until winter 2009

HMA Mix Design Review for Supervisors (CVQ)
Classes are over until winter 2009.

Hot Mix Asphalt Placement (ACB)
Classes over until winter 2009.

Nuclear Gauge Safety and Operation (ALG)
Classes are over until winter 2009.

Nuclear Gauge, Embankment/Surfacing/Pavement Applications (ANQ)
Classes are over until winter 2009.

The WSDOT Materials Lab Web page has information useful to local agencies. At this Web site you will find, among other things, a pavement management section that has technotes for asphalt, quality systems information can also be found there as well as the Aggregate Source Approval Data Base and the most up-to-date version of the Qualified Products List.

Most of WSDOT's primary technical manuals and publications used by transportation engineers and technicians are available at this site WSDOT Engineering Publications

Endangered Species Act 4(d) Training Program

Track 1: Briefing for Regional Decision Makers
This is a stand-alone informational class and not part of the required training program. It provides an overview of the ESA program for regional level management and administration. It is presented by members of the Regional Road Maintenance Program's Regional Forum.

Track 2: Introduction, Design and BMPs, Monitoring, and Environmental Roles for Engineering, Technical and Scientific Staff
This is a two-day course for engineering, biological and environmental staff, managers, crew supervisors and leads involved in maintenance activities. It provides an introduction to the program Guidelines, design, habitat, the ten program elements and how to use BMPs to meet ESA requirements on maintenance design projects. Completion of this course and Track 3F satisfies the Department of Ecology’s Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) training requirement.

Track 3: Classroom Introduction to ESA and Outcome-based Road Maintenance for Field Crews
This one-day course is for maintenance crew supervisors, leads and field crew members involved in maintenance activities. It is an introduction to the program guidelines, design, habitat, environmental roles, the ten program elements and implementation of maintenance BMPs to meet ESA requirements. Completion of this course and Track 3F satisfies the Department of Ecology’s Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) training requirement.

Track 3B: Field BMP Training for Bridges Consistent with NPDES
This one-day field demonstration and applications course is for local and state bridge maintenance personnel. Participants learn the proper use of approved materials and BMPs for routine maintenance activities on or near bridges that pass over rivers, streams, and other waterways.

Track 3F : Road Maintenance Crew Training in the Field Environment: Applying Maintenance BMPs
This one-day course is for maintenance supervisors, crew leads and crew members. It is conducted at field sites around Washington State. Track 3F provides a unique opportunity to learn about, install and test a variety of BMPs. Participants are divided into teams and work with silt fences, check dams, mulches, matting and live staking. Many of the BMPs are tested with water to simulate, as closely as possible, actual conditions that would be encountered in the field. Completion of this course and either Track 2 or Track 3 satisfies the Department of Ecology’s Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) training requirement.

Track 3W: BMPs for In-Water Work
This course will provide maintenance employees with field experience applying in-water BMPs to a variety of maintenance situations. Participants will learn how to conduct maintenance activities in and around streams and ditches with minimum impacts to the aquatic environment. They will learn, and then practice, the BMPs needed to work in the water, including fish exclusion netting and a variety of cofferdams, bypasses, and other structures to manage water and sediment. In three sessions working in actual field conditions, they will practice the sequencing of installation and removal of water control structures. Other topics covered include site-specific design considerations, fish exclusion, monitoring, and site closure.

The University of Washington's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Professional Development Programs, coordinate and present the entire training program in collaboration with the WSDOT LTAP Center and the Regional Road Maintenance ESA Program Regional Forum, Training Subcommittee. For more information, contact Julie Smith, Program Manager, by e-mail or at (206) 543-5539.

Contact Julie Smith or Heather Davis for information on these classes
(206) 543-2310
Registration is through U.W.
Descriptions, Costs and Registration

Prices shown are for local agency/all others

Construction Inspection of Public Works Projects
October 13-14, 2008, Seattle. $390/$595

Public Works Construction Project Management
October 29-30, 2008, Vancouver. $390/$595

Legal Liability for Transportation Professionals
November 5-6, 2008, Lacey. $305/$475

Basic Highway Capacity Analysis for Engineers and Planners
December 2-4, 2008, Seattle. $420/$590

Introduction to Managing the WSDOT Consulting Process
January 28, 2009, Lacey. $365/$545

Stormwater and Erosion Control Training

Associated General Contractors (AGC)
Education Foundation
Beth Sachse
(206) 284-4500
The AGC of Washington offers many types of educational programs including Stormwater and Erosion and Sediment Control Certification. Approved by the Washington State Department of Ecology.

Clear Water Compliance Services, Inc.
Dallas Hoover
800-992-4202
Clear Water’s CESCL training course provides you with the tools and resources you need to do your job as a Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead on your project site, and is approved by the Washington State Department of Ecology. Training is held once a month, or can be taken to your agency.

University of Washington
Engineering Professional Programs (EPP)
Stephanie Strom
206-685-9682 or toll-free at 1-866-791-1275
By attending Construction Site Erosion and Pollution Control you will satisfy the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) training course requirement.

For more information on Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead training:
Washington State Department of Ecology

The American Public Works Association provides education to its members through a wide variety of programs--on both the chapter and national level. APWA's 67 chapters provide educational seminars at chapter meetings and in regional conferences and conventions. These are designed to meet local needs.

The national APWA organization provides many educational opportunities as well, offering recognized Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon completion for specific programs.

Click, Listen and Learn Program
APWA's Click, Listen and Learn Program is a series of live interactive Internet educational programs. Participate right in your own office or meeting room, as a group or individually. Hear it through your speaker phone; see it on your PC. Each program is led by top experts in the field who convey new ideas, new methods, and new technologies in a fast-paced two-hour time frame. Cost per hookup site is $150 for APWA Members or $200 for Non-members. 8:00 am to 10:00 am on the west coast. Register through the above link. Past programs can be purchased.

Currently Scheduled Topics:
• August 7, 2008: The Urban Forest - Preserve and Protect
• September 10, 2008: Keyhole Technology
• September 25, 2008: Salt Storage

The Contract Administration Subcommittee was formed under the Washington State Chapter APWA Construction Management Committee and provides an education and certification program for professionals responsible for the administration of public works contracts. Mini (3 to 4 hours) and full-day workshops are offered at least four times a year on subjects relating to public works contracts administration, e.g., small works rosters, bid preparation, insurance, bonds, awards, protests, change orders, consultant selection, retainage, closeouts, etc. To date, all workshops have been free and the Subcommittee strives to continue offering workshops at no charge, however, there may be occasions when it is necessary to charge a fee.

Workshop attendees may earn a certificate based upon attendance at workshops. Candidates receive credits equal to the hours spent in workshop attendance. To earn a certificate, a candidate must attend 30 hours of training.

For more information about these training and certificate opportunities, check the Subcommittee website. Class sessions will be posted above in the "Special Interest Courses" section.

The Association of Washington Cities is a private, non-profit, non-partisan corporation that represents Washington cities and towns before the state legislature, the state executive branch, and with regulatory agencies. AWC focuses it's work in five service areas: Legislative Representation, Educational Training, Publications and Resources, Technical Assistance (in personnel and labor relations, energy, transportation, budgeting, planning, risk management and employee wellness), and Member Programs.

The Evergreen Safety Council is a private, non-profit, Seattle-based organization dedicated to the promotion of safe and healthy behaviors on the job, in our homes, and in all parts of our lives. Their goal is to reduce the injuries, suffering and losses that come with accidents.

Examples of courses that are regularly offered include Safety and Health Specialist Certification, Traffic Control Flagger and Flagger Instructor Training, Defensive Driving, Lift Truck Instructor Certification, and First Aid Training.

NTI was established under the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) at Rutgers, in New Brunswick, New Jersey. NTI is funded by a grant from the Federal Transit Adminsitration. NTI develops and delivers training and education programs for the public transit industry.

Engineering Professional Programs (EPP) serves as the continuing education arm of the College of Engineering at the University of Washington. EPP presents continuing education and professional development programs for engineers and allied technical professionals.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Graduate School is a continuing education institution offering career-related courses primarily to U.S. federal, state, and local government employees. The Graduate School annually provides more than 1,500 different courses worldwide for career development and personal enrichment through a variety of training programs and services designed to meet our clients' needs.

The USDA Graduate School's mission is, through education, training, and related services, to assist government organizations to increase their efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity and to assist individuals to improve their job performances and pursue lifelong learning.

The Washington Environmental Training Center (WETRC) is a self-supported, specialized, continuing education program that has helped meet the State of Washington's training needs since 1974. WETRC strives to protect public health, preserve environmental quality and insure reliable management, operation and maintenance of environmental systems by providing the highest quality training available.

The Department of Labor and Industries offers many on-line presentations and short training courses, on-line videos, Safety and Health Video Library, publications, and an Alphabetical Topic Index to assist employers and employees. They are designed for managers of risk prevention, human resources, finance and safety committee groups, corporate officers and workers interested in saving money on workers' compensation expenses and reducing the risk of injury and illness on the job.

The Human Resource Organizational and Employee Development Office of the DOP offers courses in employee development and training. Examples of available training include Computer Software, Supervision, Management, Leadership, Professional Development, Project Management, Sexual Harassment, Technical Writing, and many others .

Classes are open to state and local agency personnel based upon space availability. Classes are held in various locations around the state.

Washington State University, under their Center for Distance and Professional Education program, promotes life-long learning by extending the resources of the University via non-credit continuing education and professional education. These programs related to Business, Education and Engineering/Technical may be of interest to local agencies.

Educational Opportunities
LTAP Training Program

Current Classes

Local Agencies invited to WSDOT Training

Endangered Species Act 4(d) Training Program

American Public Works Association (APWA)

APWA Washington State Chapter

Associated General Contractors (AGC)

Association of Washington Cities (AWC)

Evergreen Safety Council

National Transit Institute (NTI)

University of Washington

U.S. Department of Agriculture - Graduate School

Washington Environmental Training Center

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries

Washington State Department of Personnel (DOP)

Washington State Emergency Management Division

Washington State University

Educational Opportunities LTAP Training Program

Current Classes

Local Agencies invited to WSDOT Training

Endangered Species Act 4(d) Training Program

Educational Opportunities
LTAP Training Program