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Registration deadline extended to June 19th.

** Graduate Credits Available! **

TEC Summer Institute

TEC Summer Institute assists instructors by increasing their knowledge of CAD, CAM and Laser Technologies through 3 days of intense hands-on training taught by certified classroom
instructors.

Instructors who come to TEC Summer Institute gain all the information they need to effectively facilitate 3D CAD, Solid Modeling, Rapid Prototyping or Laser Manufacturing techniques in their classroom.  This 3-day program has been designed to provide Instructors with the most comprehensive teacher training in a short amount of time for the best value possible. 

Who Should Attend & Why

Instructors from North America who want quality hands-on professional development learning how to teach Architectural or Mechanical CAD, Rapid Prototyping or Laser Technologies in their classroom.   Want to know about why should you attend?  Click here!

“Excellent Program…one of the best courses I have

participated in, in my career!”

– Dr. David E. Atwood, Ed.D., Education Development Instructor

“I wish I would have done this years ago,

my life would not be the same.”

- Louie Vega, Instructor

Accredited* Course Offerings

TEC Summer Institute Accredited* Course Offerings include:

• 401 - KeyCreator Levels 1-2
  (Multi-Level, Individualized Instruction)
  Explore the interface of KEYCREATOR beyond the basics: 2D detailed drafting, 3D drafting and design with exploration into solid modeling, surface rendering using the many tools available in KEYCREATOR, assemblies and Rapid Prototyping. Instructors bring back classroom tricks, activities, solutions and "WOW" factors, plus suggestions for integrating Math and Science.
  
  The course also teaches: the importance of levels, 2D Wireframe, 3D Modeling, and Solid Modeling to create industrial drafting and design drawings through a real geometry approach to 3D modeling . Take home activities that go beyond the textbook and incorporate industry's rationale for using leveling techniques and color to improve creative modeling, design and detailed layout drawings. Study the new power and features of KeyCreator and its integrated features.

• 501 - Envisioneer Levels 1-2
  (Multi-Level, Individualized Instruction)
  Explore the basics of 3D architectural residential design using the extremely simple-to-use parametric modeling features and advantages of Envisioneer. Designed for those with little or no architectural experience; including middle school, construction trades, interior design and those wanting to add 3D Architectural CAD as a new unit to an ongoing program. See the instant “WOW” factors that make it is easy to teach and fun for students learn! Become skilled with the “House Builder Wizard” and learn how to create professional construction details, schedules, materials lists, multiple floors, simple roofs, simple landscaping and interior design. Upon completion of this course, the advanced user will feel comfortable introducing complete residential architectural plan sets and rendering to their classes or teaching vocational residential building comprehension with the Envisioneer product.

• 601 - Laser Technologies Levels 1-2
  (Multi-Level, Individualized Instruction)
  Laser Technology crosses many disciplines: Manufacturing, Graphics, Material Processing, CAD/CAM, Entrepreneurship, Art, etc. In addition to the above areas, time will be spent on Laser types, Laser properties, control software and image generation. Other covered topics will include power, speed, DPI, PPI, vector and raster laser variables. Attendees will experience the CO2 laser effect on various easily accessible materials for the classroom (i.e. paper, wood, metal, glass, cloth, plastics, etc.). Instructors will leave with a comprehensive procedural format to bring Laser Technology education to students. Lab Fee: FREE! TEC, Inc. is supplying complimentary laser material samples to attendees! If you have a special project, bring it along.

• 801 - ZCorp 3D Rapid Prototyping Levels 1-2
  (Multi-Level, Individualized Instruction)
  Explore Rapid Prototyping (RP) from design to final product. This course will look at the many ways to create a RP CAD Design and the final 3D RP model including methods necessary to create the best single part or multi-functional model. Investigate the undiscovered power of Z Print and the new Z Edit Pro software you haven’t had time to investigate that will give you new power and save classroom time. Learn new tools and techniques for model editing, including fixing bad .stl files, shelling, as well as, patching, stitching, and part disassemble. The printing techniques will cover the advantages of the diverse powder options along with printing tricks and techniques for great models the first time. Each attendee will also experience the optional part infiltration methods and when and how to use them. Practical instruction includes how to care and maintain your printer on a daily and weekly basis. And, what to do for long vacation breaks, summer vacation and school fall startup. Hands on instruction will be provided by Z Corp certified trainers. Lab time will be available for individual projects and special topics.
  
  
• 901 - Engineering byDesign, Foundations of Technology
  Foundations of Technology is the first course in the high school Engineering byDesign sequence. This three day training session will prepare teachers to successfully implement the course at their schools. Teachers will receive an understanding of the backward design model, 5E lesson plan and the Engineering Design Process. Many hands-on activities as well as an overview of each unit will be covered. Participants will also have an opportunity to overview the four NASA Units that were written to supplement the Engineering byDesign courses.  Click here for more information.

* Two (2) Graduate Credits are available for an additional cost of $150/credit through the University System of NH, Keene State College, Keene, NH.  A Graduate Credit Form will be available at TEC Summer Institute and must be submitted to TEC during that week in order to receive Graduate Credits.

Package Options & Pricing for 401, 501, 601,  & 801 Only

Please click here for 901 (EbD Foundations of Technology) info.

We have three affordable package options available for attendees: 

Package A (includes Tuition) - $685

- 24+ Hours of Hands-on Training

- Lunch & Snacks included

- Open Evening Lab with Assistant

- Graduate Credits Available (see info above)

Package B (includes Tuition and Lodging) - $1075

Includes Package A PLUS:

- Hotel Accommodations (Tues.-Thurs. nights) at the Courtyard by Marriott

- Breakfast at the Courtyard Cafe

Package C (includes Tuition, Lodging and Meals) - $1185

Includes Package B PLUS:

- Meal Allowance Card for evening meals at restaurant locations accepting MasterCard.

Please Note:  Meal allowance cards can be picked up at TEC Summer Institute registration Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning.

 

401 and 501 Attendees receive FREE classroom materials and FREE Software!  601 Laser Technologies attendees receive Complimentary Lab Supplies!

Sound Interesting?

If you are interested in receiving more information about TEC's Professional Development Summer Institute, click here to download more information!  Or, call Tech Ed Concepts, Inc. at 1-800-338-2238 or email TEC Summer Institute.  Join us for our 15th successful TSI year!  Space is limited!