Hurry! Space is Limited!

When:

July 9-11, 2007

Where:

Hampton Inn, Bow, NH and TEC Headquarters, Concord, NH

Who & Why:

Instructors from North America who want quality hands-on professional development learning how to teach Architectural or Mechanical CAD, CAM or Laser Technologies in their classroom

** 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, CAM 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. 

“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 1-3
  (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 1-3
  (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.

• 701 - Machining with SURFCAM Levels 1-2
  (Multi-Level, Individualized Instruction)
  Using SURFCAM, you will learn 2-3 axis pocketing, contouring & other machining operations with a industry leading CAM software package. SURFCAM is easy to learn, powerful, and provides high performance generation of tool paths—no prior CNC experience is necessary. You will learn to take solid models/CAD drawings into SURFCAM, and generate tool paths. From these tool paths you will have SURFCAM generate a code that your CNC machine can read and run. Topics will include tool selection, speed and feeds, and multi-tool machining. This is your opportunity to learn a #1 CAD/CAM product and bring it into your classroom! Using the latest release, SURFCAM Velocity® 3.0, participants will learn key features of the program including full associativity, advanced finishing, and its fast programming and processing operations. NC Machines (mill and lathe) will be on hand for those wanting to complete parts designed in class.

* Two (2) Graduate Credits are available for an additional cost of $120/credit through 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

We have three affordable package options available for attendees: 

Package A (includes Tuition) - $645

- 24+ Hours of Hands-on Training

- Lunch (Monday - Wednesday)

- Open Evening Lab with Assistant

- Graduate Credits Available (see info above)

Package B (includes Tuition and Lodging) - $895

- Hotel Accommodations (Monday - Wednesday) at the Hampton Inn

- 24+ Hours of Hands-on Training

- Lunch (Monday - Wednesday)

- Open Evening Lab with Assistant

- Graduate Credits Available (see info above)

Package C (includes Tuition, Lodging and Meals) - $995

- Hotel Accommodations (Monday - Wednesday) at the Hampton Inn

- Meal Allowance Card (with a value of $100) to local area restaurants

- 24+ Hours of Hands-on Training

- Lunch (Monday - Wednesday)

- Open Evening Lab with Assistant

- Graduate Credits Available (see info above)

401, 501 and 701 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 13th successful TSI year!  Space is limited!