Technical Training Aids

2016 GACTE Summer Leadership Conference & Career Tech Expo
2016-07-11 11:15 - 2016-07-12 15:15 (America/Chicago) | Cobb Galleria Center, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States
Join us at the GACTE Summer Leadership Conference and be sure and stop by our booth, #207, during the Career Tech Expo. Click here for the 2016 GACTE Summer Leadership Conference schedule and registration information – we hope to see you there!

42nd Annual GAEL Summer Conference
2016-07-11 09:00 - 2016-07-12 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Jekyll Island Convention Center, 75 N. Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA, 31527, United States
Join Technical Training Aids today and tomorrow for the 42nd Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL) Summer Conference at the Jekyll Island Convention Center in Jekyll Island, Georgia. Representatives from TTA will be available to discuss your classroom technical training needs in Booth L2 (in the Lobby of the Convention Center). Come see us today through 5pm (Eastern) today and tomorrow from 9am until 2pm.
Also happening at the TTA Booth – TTA representatives are thrilled to be presenting one of our newest product lines – Science Bits! (Click the link to learn more about the product and watch an overview now – Science Bits representatives will also be on-site at the TTA booth!) Science Bits is a multi-awarded repository of multimedia NGSS aligned science learning lessons built using the 5E constructivist model of instruction. All Science Bits lessons include dozens of multimedia and interactive resources (videos, animations, simulators, 3D models) and all the guides to teach and learn science by doing science. Science Bits uses high quality multimedia interactive content to develop an inquiry-based, learning-by-doing method – going beyond your traditional science class methodology to awaken the scientist every student has inside. The Science Bits lessons can be used as complementary material but are extensive enough to serve as complete textbook replacement. Stop by and visit us to learn more about this amazing new product today!

SC Education and Business Summit
2016-06-26 - 2016-06-29 | TD Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville, SC, 29607, United States
Technical Training Aids representative, Fred Langley, will have a booth at the Summit – be sure to stop by and check out the many products he will have on display and talk with him about your classroom training solutions!
Make plans to be at the 2016 South Carolina Education and Business Summit at the TD Convention Center in Greenville, SC, June 26-29! This year’s theme is “Connecting Education to Careers: Be the Bridge.” This will be the seventeenth annual Education and Business Summit, created by combining two previously successful and well-attended conferences – the Summer Conference of South Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education and the Tech Prep Conference hosted by the South Carolina Department of Education. Click to find out about registration and see the “Schedule at a Glance.” In addition to the many vendor exhibits and keynote speakers, Educators in Industry Courses are offered at no additional cost to registered participants, and the professional development activities at the Education and Business Summit are approved to award continuing education unit (CEU) credit (find out more)!

Live Webinar: 3D Printing Across a Middle School Curriculum
2016-06-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Don’t miss the 1 hour Stratasys webinar on “3D Printing Across a Middle School Curriculum,” happening live online this Thursday, June 16, at 2:00pm Eastern. Registration is required to join this event, though there is no cost to attend the webinar – click here to register now!
Panelist Info:
Luke Podmers
Multimedia Tech/Engineering Technology
Valley Middle School of STEM
ISD 196, Apple Valley, Minnesota

Brian Martin
Multimedia Tech Teacher
Valley Middle School of STEM
ISD 196, Apple Valley, Minnesota

Gina Scala
Director of Marketing, Global Education
Stratasys

Southeast Design-2-Part Show
2016-06-15 09:30 - 2016-06-16 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, 27601, United States
Visit our sales rep, Rob Alge, in the Technical Training Aids Booth – #218!
Interested in 3D Printing? Let our experienced team show you how to save time and money in your rapid prototyping needs with the full range of Stratasys 3D Printers and services. We can help you print functional, durable 3D models of your most intricate product designs, directly from your 3D CAD files. Stop by to see the difference professional grade solutions can make.

RAPID – 3D Technology Event
2016-05-16 08:30 - 2016-05-19 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Experienced and knowledgeable in the advanced manufacturing field, Scott Weller and Vince Denino – our Florida-area Technical Training Aids sales reps – will be on site and available to meet with you to discuss products, questions and ideas! Email Scott or Vince today to setup a personal meeting time.
Use this code when you register online and save $75: 11891235
The world-renowned RAPID event is the culmination of 26 years of expertise in creating the most exciting additive manufacturing event in North America. At RAPID, you’ll find the most experienced and influential community in 3D technology. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with more than 200 exhibitors and explore the future of the industry through interactive experiences, keynotes, and conference presentations from industry leaders.
The level of cutting-edge 3D innovation at RAPID is unparalleled, as well as the breadth and depth of additive expertise across all industries. This is an extraordinary opportunity to experience the newest 3D products, technologies, and materials and do a side-by-side comparison to find your best fit. This is your event to explore the unlimited possibilities of how 3D technology can advance your business.
The RAPID conference is known worldwide as the unrivaled authority on 3D knowledge and expertise. The world’s foremost additive manufacturing experts speak on groundbreaking processes, applications, materials, and research in additive manufacturing.
The RAPID show floor is a visual, creativity-inspiring, hands-on learning playground. The exposition includes OEMs, service bureaus, and related technology consultants and partners.

Additive Manufacturing Workshop at Joe Gibbs Racing
2016-05-11 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Joe Gibbs Racing, 13415 Reese Blvd West, Huntersville, NC, 28078, United States
Technical Training Aids and partner, Prototyping Solutions, are hosting a workshop at the Joe Gibbs Racing facility in Huntersville, NC, on May 11th from 8:30am – 4:00 pm (EDT).
This hands-on workshop will include presentations from representatives of Artec 3D Scanners, DezignWorks software, and Stratasys and will cover topics ranging from the entire design-to-print process (3d scanning, conversion of drawings to print files, and 3D printing) to new printer and software releases from Stratasys and will even include information on educational curriculum, SkillsUSA and other contests where local students can show off their skills. Additive manufacturing uses, applications, and successful real-life examples will be discussed from various industries and the event will conclude with a tour of the Joe Gibbs facility. People from all industries and backgrounds, including educators, are encouraged to register and there is no cost to attend. Those who pre-register will even be provided with complimentary lunch from Groucho’s Deli during the workshop! Groucho’s Deli is owned by the Gibb’s family and gives 100% of the deli’s profits to charity – click here to read more about this charitable venture.
Click below to register and secure your complimentary lunch* from Groucho’s Deli!

*Complimentary lunch will be provided by Technical Training Aids and Prototyping Solutions for pre-registered attendees only

GreenpowerUSA Whitesburg Invitational Races
2016-04-23 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Whitesburg P-8 School, 107 Sanders Road, Huntsville, AL, 35802, United States
Technical Training Aids and Huntsville City Schools invite you to join us for the Whitesburg Invitational Race on Saturday, April 23rd, at Whitesburg School in Huntsville, Alabama. Bring the family and come check out the “fastest” STEM event around!
Meet the next generation of STEM leaders participating in the Greenpower ChallengeTM as they showcase their electric vehicles which they have designed, built, and will race themselves in the second running of GreenpowerUSA to be held at Whitesburg school. The highly successful Greenpower ChallengeTM uses the excitement of motorsport to inspire students from primary school through to university to excel in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) studies.
While you are there, be sure and stop by and see the Huntsville City Schools’ Team USA electric racecar, to be sponsored in part by Technical Training Aids and Stratasys, which competes at international Greenpower races (though it will not be racing at the Whitesburg Invitational).
Race events will begin at 9 a.m. CST and will conclude a 5 p.m. CST. A complete race day schedule can be accessed at http://www.greenpowerusa.net/Competition/Race-Day. See you at the races!

LCTCS Annual Conference
2016-04-13 - 2016-04-15 | Baton Rouge Civic Center, 275 South River Road, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802, United States
The Louisiana Community & Technical College System (LCTCS) Professional Development conference is the premier event for Louisiana’s Community and Technical Colleges, annually attracting over 1,500 faculty, staff, and administrative leaders. The conference serves the scholars, teachers, and practitioners of our system and supports their professional development and interests in teaching, learning, and technology.

2016 Annual Additive Manufacturing Users Group Conference
2016-04-03 - 2016-04-07 | St. Louis Union Station, 1820 Market Street, St. Louis, MO, 63103, United States
AMUG educates and advances the uses and applications of additive manufacturing technologies.
AMUG is an independent, industry-wide users group that gives its members a forum for learning, information exchange and establishing professional connections. No matter what additive manufacturing technology you use, AMUG is here to assist you in getting the most from the technology and achieving all that is possible.
As a member, you have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience. Build from it to optimize operations, overcome challenges and avoid potential problems.
How do we do all that? We bring together our members at the annual conference. Our members exchange ideas and experiences in technical sessions, workshops and casual conversations. Once there, you will find the event to be open, inviting and friendly. So, mark your calendars — April 3 – 7, 2016, St. Louis, Missouri.
Don’t delay – online registration closes March 27th and early bird discounts are available!

Spring Forum on Engineering Technology - Florida
2016-03-31 08:00 - 2016-04-01 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Sumter State College, 1405 County Road 526A, Sumterville, FL, 33585, United States
The Florida Forum on Engineering Technology (E.T. Forum) is an important vehicle to bring together the diverse and geographically dispersed colleges with common issues and challenges. The Forum is a semiannual 2-day meeting of community college engineering technologies faculty in Florida. FLATE utilizes the Forum to strengthen its Technology Consortium; share its activities and projects; provide professional development; bring industry and academics together; engage faculty and administrators in statewide curriculum reform; and keep in touch with new and ongoing college program issues and concerns.

Southeast Design-2-Part Show
2016-03-30 09:30 - 2016-03-31 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Cobb Galleria Center, 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States
Join us at Booth 310 the D2P Show!
Interested in 3D Printing? Let our experienced team show you how to save time and money in your rapid prototyping needs with the full range of Stratasys 3D Printers and services. We can help you print functional, durable 3D models of your most intricate product designs, directly from your 3D CAD files. Stop by to see the difference professional grade solutions can make.

SkillsUSA Georgia - State Leadership & Skills Conference
2016-03-17 08:00 - 2016-03-19 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Georgia International Convention Center, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA, 30337, United States
SkillsUSA is a national, nonprofit student organization that has developed more than 10 million workers through active partnerships between employers and educators. Hundreds of American industries have turned to SkillsUSA as the source for employees who exemplify “Champions at Work” in both skills and attitudes. SkillsUSA Georgia is the Career and Technical Student Organization for students enrolled in Architecture, Construction, Communication and Transportation (ACCT), Cosmetology, and Public Safety Pathways in Georgia’s secondary schools.
Students compete at the annual state conference in a variety of events based on SkillsUSA’s high school programs throughout the state – Architecture, Construction, Communication, Transportation, Culinary Arts, Personal Care Services and Public Safety. Contests are based on industry standards, and they’re designed and judged by business partners.

ATEA 2016 National Conference
2016-03-09 08:00 - 2016-03-11 17:00 UTC | Perdido Resort, 27200 Perdido Blvd., Orange Beach, AL, 36561, United States
Technical Training Aids will be exhibiting at the American Technical Education Association 2016 National Conference in Orange Beach, Alabama, March 9th – 11th, 2016.
The American Technical Education Association (ATEA) is an association for the postsecondary technical educator, institution or employer of technically a educated workforce, with emphasis on professional development. The organization is dedicated to excellence in quality of postsecondary technical education focusing on practical teaching ideas and exchange of best practices. ATEA recognizes outstanding performance and leadership and provides a network for career connectivity.
Click the link below for more information.

University of Alabama Vendor Fair
2016-03-08 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | University of Alabama – Ferguson Center Ballroom, Tuscaloosa, AL, United States
Eddie Hanebuth of Technical Training Aids will be showcasing TTA products at the University of Alabama Vendor Fair on Tuesday, March 8th, from 10am to 3pm in the Ferguson Center Ballroom. Please come out and join us and learn more about what TTA has to offer your school!

One day Hands On Training with the Amatrol e-Learning System
2016-02-26 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Blount County Career & Technical Center, 61500 US 231, Cleveland, AL, 35049, United States
Technical Training Aids will be hosting a 1-day training workshop for Industrial Maintenance and Electrical Instructors. The workshop will include hands-on training with the Amatrol eLearning System and will also cover various educational standards, including requirements by the state as well as National SKILL set standards.
*Lunch will be provided on site. There is no registration cost for this training.
Registration closes on February 12th.
