I am interested in holding a series of regional CAD and Carlson Software classes around the country similar to the ones I hold here in North Carolina. I have several topics that I've outlined and that are popular, but I am willing and happy to customize 1 or 2 day classes on just about any topic that’s requested. When possible, I also coordinate with the state licensing agency so that the classes meet PDH/CEU requirements.
My main challenge in having regional classes is notifying the surveyors, engineers and contractors in the area without spending an outrageous amount on advertising. I am building my database but it’s still primarily in the southeast. A group in Texas is helping me coordinate with their local Society chapter, taking requests for training topics and may arrange for me to come in to make a presentation or hold a class or both. One of the members works at a Community College and thinks I’ll be able to use a classroom there.
If you have any suggestions on how I could get the word out in your area, contacts at your local Society, recommendations about logistics or just general feedback on what I’ve outlined above - I’d love to hear it.
Thanks in advance.
Jennifer,
I would be interested in attending Carlson classes if held in the Tristate area (West Tennessee, North Mississippi, Eastern Arkansas). I would even travel to Nashville depending on the agenda/course outline.
I am currently using Carlson Survey 2008 Standalone, and I don't really have any plans on upgrading anytime soon, as I am a solo operation.
I am on the State Board for the Tennessee Association of Professional Surveyors. I would contact our office and see if Lori can get your information out to the chapters. You could even possibly talk with our conference chairman and possibly put on a workshop at our conference.
In my opinion, the best type of session would be where attendees could bring in their laptops, and use the pc that they are used to.
Hope this helps.
Jimmy