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Table of ContentsContinuing Education FAQ’s. 1Extension Sites. 1Spring Schedule of Classes.2-23Computer Technology. 2CEU, Test Prep, and Refresher Classes. 2Health Careers. 3-5Health and Safety. 5Industrial Technology. 6DOT Readiness. 9Electrical Apprenticeship.10Linked Classes. 11-12Professional Office Skills.13Personal Enrichment Classes.13TEEX. 14-15Transportation/ Truck Driving.16Teen Driver Education.16Extension Sites. 18-19Adult Education & Literacy.20Sports Center.21ed2go Online Classes.23Registration Information. 24Interested in Teaching?We are always looking for Continuing Education instructorswho enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others.If you are interested in teaching for us, give us a call at (432)335-6580.Odessa College BulletinVolume 69, Number 3, November 2015 Odessa College Bulletin(468190) is published four times per year by Odessa CollegeMarketing & Communications Office, 201 W. University, OdessaTX 79764. Periodical class postage paid at Odessa, Texas.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Odessa College, 201 W.University, Odessa, TX 79764. Phone (432) 335-6400.Continuing EducationPrinting DisclaimerContinuing EducationContact InformationCE Office: (432) 335-6580Office: 201 W. UniversityGregory D. Williams ng Education Director:Tracy Austin, taustin@odessa.eduThis schedule has been carefully prepared to assure that allinformation is accurate and as complete as possible. However,the college reserves the right to make changes that may resultin deviations from the information in the schedule content.Odessa CollegeContinuing Education MissionThe Odessa College Continuing Education Departmentimpacts individual, community, and economic enrichmentthrough lifelong learning activities that promote personal andprofessional development.Odessa College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex,color, national origin, disability or age.Health Careers Director:Heather-Marie Smith-Owens,hsmithowens@odessa.eduWorkforce Director:TBDAlpine Center:Dr. Jim McDonald, jmcdonald@odessa.eduAndrews Business and Technology Center Director:Ann Leach, aleach@odessa.eduPecos Center Director:Jonathan Fuentes, jfuentes@odessa.eduVisit our website atwww.odessa.edu/community/ce/index.html and like us on Facebook.
Continuing Education (CE) FAQsAre there any special requirementsto register for CE classes?While college admission is not required, some CE classes do have specialrequirements, and therefore, you must register in person. These classesinclude the Health Career classes, Commercial Truck Driving, and DriverEducation. Simply register and attend class!How do I pay for classes?Payment is due upon registration. If payment is not received within 24hours after registration, your registration may be purged. Walk-in registrantsmay pay in person with cash, check, or credit card. Those who registerby phone may use a credit card or check. Students who fax or email theirregistration should include credit card payment information on the form.If you register online, you will be prompted to pay with a credit cardduring the registration process. If you choose not to pay at this time, yourregistration will not be processed.When should I register?Registration for CE classes begins when classes are published in print oronline. Registration continues up until the first day of the class or until theclass fills. Early registration is encouraged as some classes fill quickly.How are CE classes differentthan credit classes?CE classes differ in four primary ways. First, while some classes may havesome requirements to fulfill prior to registering, you do not have to apply tothe college in order to enroll. Second, our classes start throughout the year,rather than at set times during a college semester. Third, our classes aregenerally fast-track, meaning that they are shorter in length and flexible, inorder to accommodate your schedule and your need for skills you can useimmediately. Finally, you will not receive a grade for the class, but for classesthat you successfully complete, you will receive a certificate of completion.For classes geared toward workforce development, you will be awardedContinuing Education Units (CEUs).What is a CEU?A CEU (Continuing Education Unit) is 10 contact hours of participationin an organized, non-credit continuing education experience.Therefore, one CEU is awarded for every 10 hours of trainingcompleted.How am I notified if a class is cancelled?There are two primary ways—by phone and by email. Therefore, itis very important that in filling out your registration form, you list acurrent phone number and email that you check frequently.What about a refund for a classthat cancels or that I do not attend?For classes/programs cancelled by the college, the college will refund100 percent. To receive a refund for classes you do not attend, youmust submit a Drop Form prior to the class starting. For withdrawals,the college will refund 100 percent if the Drop Form is received threeor more business days prior to class start. Additionally, for classes/programs meeting 65 hours or more, the college will refund 75 percentif the Drop Form is received less than three business days prior to class/programs start and prior to the 3rd class meeting. No refunds will begiven thereafter. Refunds will be issued by check in 10-14 businessdays.What if there is inclement weather?In the event of inclement weather, visit the Odessa Collegewebsite at www.odessa.edu for closure information.What about parking?When you register, you will receive a temporary parking pass.You can pick it up in the Continuing Education Office.Extension SitesIn addition to our Odessa campus, classes are also held at these locations:AlpineAlpine High School 300 E. Hendryx Ave.Alpine ISD 704 Sul Ross Ave.To view the Alpine schedule, go to www.odessa.edu/alpine.Educational Coordinator: Dr. Jim McDonaldjmcdonald@odessa.eduPhone: (512) 844-0447CE Office: (432) 335-6580Toll free (866) 968-2862Fax: (432) 335-6667AndrewsAndrews Business andTechnology Center 201 NW Avenue DMonahansOC Monahans Center 806 S. Dwight Ave.Phone: (432) 335-6390Fax: (432) 335-6667PecosOC Pecos Center 1000 S. EddyDirector: Jonathan Fuentesjfuentes@odessa.eduPhone: (432) 335-6806 or 432-445-5535Fax: (432) 335-6826Fax: (432) 445-5534Director: Ann Leachaleach@odessa.eduPhone: (432) 523-3300Fax: (432) 524-6643PAGE1
CEU’s, Test Prep,Refresher ClassesComputer TechnologyIntroduction to Computers: BasicNational Electrical Code Update4 Hours, .4 CEU’sElectrical licensing requirements and state laws and rules thatregulate the conduct of licensed electricians. Includes review of thelatest edition of the National Electrical Code including notable Coderevisions. This four-hour course is required to be completed everyyear prior to license renewal and may be repeated multiple times toimprove student proficiency. Instructor: N. Witcher. For informationand registration, please call (432) 413-6663.ELPT 2000-101ELPT 2000-102ELPT 2000-103ELPT 2000-104ELPT 2000-105ELPT 2000-106Jan 9Feb 6Mar 5Apr 2May 7Jun 2pm8am-12pmET 208ET 208ET 208ET 208ET 208ET 20818 hours, 1.8 CEUsDon’t be afraid of a computer ever again! This is a BASIC class forpersons who have little to no familiarity with computers. Studentswill be introduced to the components of a typical computer system,including both the hardware and the Windows operating system.File and desktop management, which are important to effectivecomputer usage, will be explored. Students will also learn how toaccess the Internet. Instructor: B. LongITSC 1012-101 Jan 25-Feb 11 MTh 6-9pm 149Introduction to Computers:Computer Applications I 24 hours, 2.4 CEUsThe class is an introduction to two of the software in the MS Officesoftware suite: Word and PowerPoint. Students will learn the toolscommon to these and other MS programs, as well as processes suchas creating, saving and editing files; formatting, text management;and inserting objects. This class assumes that students have somefamiliarity with computers, including an understanding of hardware,the operating system, and file management. Instructor: B. LongITSC 1022-101 Apr 4-28MTh 6-9pm 168QuickBooks Level I12 hours, 1.2 CEUsStudents will learn how to properly create a QuickBooks companyfile set up and manage the chart of accounts, customers, vendors,employees, and items; create invoices, estimates and purchaseorders; manage accounts payables and receivables; and manage andreconcile bank accounts. Instructor: L. LongITSC 1006-102 Jan 25-Feb 4 MTh 6-9pm GWH 126 99ITSC 1006-103 Apr 4-14MTh 6-9pm GWH 126 99QuickBooks Level II12 hours, 1.2 CEUsStudents will learn how to customize the look of templates as well ascreate reports and graphs; learn how to balance credit card accountsas well as current and fixed assets and depreciation; track and paysales tax; set up a payroll system and pay government liability taxes;and use QuickBooks in conjunction with the internet to handle onlinebanking transactions. Instructor: L. LongITSC 2036-104 Feb 22-Mar 4 MTh 6-9pm GWH 126 99ITSC 2036-105 Apr 25-May 5 MTh 6-9pm GWH 126 99Plumbing Continuing EducationIntro to Adobe IllustratorFor registration and information, call(800) 992-7422 or visit www.phcc-tx.org.Excel for the Business Professional7 Hours, .7 CEU’sDiscuss the changes to the state’s plumbing laws and rules.Information on fixtures, irrigation, storm drainage, andunderstanding overhead. This class fulfills the TSBPE 6-hourrequirements.PFPB 2001-201 Feb 20PFPB 2001-202 Apr 23PAGE2SaSa7:30am-3:30pm7:30am-3:30pmGWH 121GWH 12124 hours, 2.4 CEUsLearn to use Adobe Illustrator to create your own flyers, posters,invitations, etc. This class will introduce students to the concepts ofdigital visual literacy. Instructor: V. OntiverosITSW 1003-101 Feb 1-24MW 6-9pm DH 138 1688 hours, .8 CEUsLearn to create basic formulas, charts, and format spreadsheets. Youwill learn to navigate the Excel environment, enter and edit data,work with functions and formulas, and make basic charts. Instructor:D. HibbertITSC 1022-102 Feb 9-18TTh 6-8pm GWH 126 89
Health CareersHealth Career Verification process, and asked to reenroll in the next course. All information submittedregarding their Verification Process will remain activeand can be continued prior to the start of the nextcourse. Course Fees will be refunded.Students will be immediately withdrawn, with norefund of the Health Career Verification costs, if foundto have falsified information or if unable to be clearedby industry standards as identified through the HealthCareers Verification process.Immunization fees are the responsibility of the student.The student must submit acceptable documentationthat shows proof of current immunizations and/ortiters to the third party vendor.As part of our Continuing Education Program, OdessaCollege offers a range of Health Career courses. These aresupported by a range of qualified professionals and offerboth theoretical and clinical content. Please see below forthe courses you can join and any prequalifying criteria.Odessa College Continuing Education Immunization Policyfor the following Health Career Programs: Certified NurseAide, Massage Therapist, Dental Assistant, Medication Aide,Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy TechnicianTo protect our student’s health and the health of patients,Odessa College’s Health Career’s Programs have implementeda Health Careers Verification process. This Verification includesa system of required background checks, immunizationverifications, and drug testing for all healthcare students whoengage in direct patient contact. Health Careers studentsmust meet industry standards in these areas to assure that,upon successful completion of the program, students willbe employable in the highly regulated healthcare industry.This process is being coordinated by a third party vendor andthe details regarding the requirements will be provided tostudents at time of registration. The fee for this product will beassessed as a course fee at time of registration and will rangefrom 28.40 to 117.80 based on whether the student hasalready participated in this process at an earlier date.Steps in registering for a Health Careers Program: Meet with a Continuing Education representative andprovide verification of identity (Photo ID) and Personal HealthInsurance (active insurance card or letter). ** If registering forCertified Nurse Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or DentalAssisting, also provide copy TEAS (Test of Essential AcademicSkills) Reading Results. Register for desired course and obtain details regardingthe Health Careers Verification process from ContinuingEducation representative.Students are required to maintain current personalhealth insurance for the clinical portion of the program.It is the responsibility of the students to obtain andpurchase health insurance. Odessa College will not beresponsible for any injuries sustained by the studentduring classroom or clinical site. A possible source ofstudent insurance is: http://www.odessa.edu/dept/ss/health wellness.htm.Additional Requirements for some Health CareerPrograms** TEAS Reading requirement of 342 or higherfor Certified Nurse Assistant, Dental Assistant, andPharmacy Technician. Please complete this test andprovide copy of results at time of registration. This testis administered at our college Testing Center located inDeaderick Hall 101.You may also be required to purchase books and uniformswhich are not included in the prices listed.CPRAll Health Careers programs require students tocomplete EMSP 1019: CPR. Please ask if CPR is partof your course or required to be taken in advance attime of registration.EMSP 1019: CPRThis American Heart Association HealthcareProvider course includes one-and two-man CPR forhealthcare students and health care professionals.Course includes lifesaving skills for respiratoryemergencies (choking and near-drowning) andcardiac emergencies involving adults, children andinfants. Pay for Course and Course Fees, or make paymentarrangements. Complete Health Careers Verification process no laterthan one day in advance of the program start.Registration for all programs must occur no later than fivebusiness days prior to program start in order to allow timefor completion of Health Careers Verification process. If thestudent are not cleared prior to the day of the program start,they will be withdrawn from the program, charged for thePAGE3
Medication Aide Program140 hours, 14 CEU’s, 430Learn the preparation and administration of designatedmedications and responsibilities associated with suchadministration. Students must be employed in a long-term carefacility. Total program cost is 430.Classes begin September 2016Phlebotomy Technician ProgramCertified Nurse Aide Program112 hours, 11.2 CEU’s, 686.80A fast growing medical career, with emphasis on rehabilitation andlong-term care needs of an increasing elderly population.210 Hours, 21 CEU’s, 814.80This program prepares students for a career as a phlebotomist.After completion of the program, students will be prepared totake the ASCP National examination for Phlebotomy Technicians.Payment plans available.This program consists of the following classes:NURA 1001: Certified Nurse Aide ApplicationsNURA 2005: Certified Nurse Aide ClinicalEMSP 1019: CPRCOU 1861: HIPAAThis program consists of the following classes:PLAB 1023: Phlebotomy Technician TheoryPLAB 1063: Phlebotomy Technician ClinicalEMSP 1019: CPRTextbooks are required and are available at the campus bookstore.Classes are held in HSB 222.PLAB 1023: Technician TheoryNURA 1001: Certified Nurse Aide Applications72 Hours, 7.2 CEU’sCourse provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilitiesessential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities.Our course is aligned to the curriculum provided by the TexasDepartment of Aging and Disability Services.NURA 2005: Certified Nurse Aide Clinical40 Hours, 4 CEU’sA health-related, work-based, learning experience that enablesthe student to apply specialized theory, skills, and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by the instructor. Students are expected tocomplete a clinical rotation of no less than 40 hours at an affiliatedsite. Students will be required to travel to a clinical affiliated site.Day Classes:NURA 1001-108 Jan 19-Feb 17EMSP 1019-103 Feb 12NURA 2005-109 Feb 22-25 &Feb 29-Mar 3M-ThFM-Th8am-12pm HSB 2228am-5pmHSB 2226:30am-4:30pmEvening Classes:NURA 1001-110 Jan 25-Apr 27 MW6-9pmHSB 222EMSP 1019-101 Mar 21 & 23MW6-10pmHSB 222NURA 2005-102 Apr 29-30 &FSaSun 6:30am-4:30pmMay 1-2, 6, 8, 14-15Medication Aide Renewal7 Hours, .7 CEU’sThis course fulfills the annual renewal requirements for CertifiedMedication Aides according to specifications of the TexasDepartment of Aging and Disability Services. Check your permitfor expiration dates. Finishing this class is only the first step in therenewal process! YOU CANNOT CONTINUE TO WORK WITH ANEXPIRED PERMIT.NURA 1041-104 Feb 3W 8:30am-4:30pm HSB 204 56NURA 1041-103 Mar 2W 8:30am-4:30pm HSB 204 56NURA 1041-104 Apr 6W 8:30am-4:30pm HSB 204 56NURA 1041-105 May 4 W 8:30am-4:30pm HSB 204 56NURA 1041-106 June 8 W 8:30am-4:30pm HSB 204 56PAGE4Classes are held in HSB 111.90 hours, 9 CEU’sLearn how to draw blood samples for medical tests and blooddonations. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention,patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance,specimen handling, processing, accessioning, professionalism,ethics, and medical terminology.PLAB 1063: Phlebotomy Technician Clinical120 hours, 12 CEU’sA health-related, work-based, learning experience that enablesthe student to apply specialized theory, skills, and concepts.Direct supervision is provided by a clinical professional. Studentswill be required to travel to various clinical affiliated sites.Locations and schedules will vary.Day Class:PLAB 1023-109 Jan 19-Mar 24 TTh 8am-1pm HSB 111EMSP 1019-104 Feb 23T8am-5pm HSB 111PLAB 1063-101 Mar 25-May 16 Individual SchedulingEvening Class:PLAB 1023-110 Jan 19-May 19EMSP 1019-105 Feb 22 & 24PLAB 1063-102 May 20-Jul 5TTh 6-9pmHSB 111TTh 6-10pmHSB 111Individual SchedulingPharmacy Technician Program213 Hours, 21.3 CEUs, 1,126.80Prepares students for employment in all pharmacy environments.Pharmacy technicians work under the supervision of licensedpharmacists to perform technical and clerical duties in thesystematic operation of the pharmacy. Payment plans available.CALL for new Hybrid options Spring 2016!Face-to-face classes begin May 2016
Dental Assisting Program170 hours, 17.0 CEU’s, 2,028.80Demand for dental care is on the rise due to population growthand a greater awareness of the importance of dental care. Dentistsuse assistants to help meet increased patient needs. Payment plansavailable.This program consists of the following classes:DNTA 1053: Dental Assisting ApplicationsDNTA 1061: Phlebotomy Technician ClinicalEMSP 1019: CPRCOU 1861: HIPAADNTA 1053: Dental Assisting Applications66 hours, 6.6 CEU’sThis course includes dental assisting techniques with emphasison four-handed dentistry and utilization of tray setups for generalpractice and specialty procedures. Course includes work in a dentallaboratory and a clinical experience in a dental office.Health and SafetyCPR for Healthcare Providers & Students8 hours, .8 CEU’s 51American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Courseincludes one and two-man CPR for healthcare students andhealth professionals.Additional dates to be released Spring 2016Day Classes:EMSP 1019-102 Feb 12EMSP 1019-104 Feb 23FT8am-5pm8am-5pmHSB 222HSB 111Evening Classes:EMSP 1019-101 Mar 21 & 23 MW 6pm-10pm HSB 222EMSP 1019-105 Feb 22 & 24 TTh 6pm-10pm HSB 111DNTA 1061: Dental Assisting Clinical100 hours, 10 CEU’sA health-related, work-based learning experience that enablesthe student to apply specialized theory, skills and concepts. Directsupervision is provided by a clinical professional. Students will berequired to travel to various clinical affiliated sites. Locations andschedules will vary.Please call our offices for further informationCertified Nurse AideLecture SeriesMassage Therapy Program630 hours, 61.4 CEUs, 2,716.80Become a massage therapist and provide a service that is on therise. The benefits of a massage have a positive psychological effect,helping to reduce the effects of stress and tension in the body. Workin a group or set up your own business. Payment plans available.Classes begin September 2016Medical Office Skills Program124 hours, 12.4 CEUs, 745This program prepares individuals to enter the high-demandclerical health care profession and provides continuing educationfor those already active in this field. Students will learn medicalterminology, medical office procedures, medical coding andmedical billing. HIPAA and CPR training will meet the requirementsof medical offices and hospitals in Odessa and surrounding areas.Courses Coming Spring 2016Coding Program266 hours, 26.6 CEUs, 1,500Join the health career field as a medical coder! Students willlearn medical office skills, anatomy and physiology, thefundamentals of coding rules, conventions, and guidelinesusing the clinical classification systems, and advanced codingtechniques with emphasis on case studies, health records, andfederal regulations regarding prospective payment systems andmethods of reimbursement. Students will also become CPR andHIPAA certified. Medical coders can work almost anywhere in themedical field such as doctors’ offices, clinics, public health facilities,hospitals, labs, nursing homes, or insurance agencies.*Students are required to take the Medical Office Skills programbefore they can register for the coding classes. Textbooks arerequired and are available at the campus bookstore.Courses Coming Spring 2016This series is geared toward helping current certifiednurse aides earn required CEU’s. This class will be heldin Saulsbury Center, located in the Electronic TechnologyBuilding.Understanding Geriatric Care8 hours, .8 CEUsThis course will help certified nurse aide’s gain furtherunderstanding of changes in elderly residents.The certified nurse aides will be able to understandthe three different categories that occur in the agingprocess: physical, psychological, and social.NURA 2000-102 Jun 11 Sa8am-5pm 64Hot Topics for Certified Nurse Aides8 hours, .8 CEU’sThis course will help certified nurse aides gain afurther understanding of current nursing topics.The following hot topics will be discussed:* Cultural Change* Promoting Independence* Age well, live well* Geriatric Communication Techniques* Bloodborne Pathogens – Hep C and HIV/AIDSNURA 2000-101 Mar 19 S8am-5pm 64PAGE5
Industrial TechnologyTexas Training CenterDOT Compliance Seminar8 Hours, .8 CEUsThis DOT Inspections Compliance Seminar is hosted by TEXASTraining Center at the request of the industry. The course is madeup of classroom discussions with question and answer segments.Educational videos and PowerPoints are a great way to breakup the lecture part of the seminar. The class ends outside witha hands-on Level 1 inspection where everyone is involvedand is invited to ask as many questions as you would like. Thepurpose of this course is to help your employees feel moreconfident and informed about the whole process. After takingthis course you’ll feel your company will be better prepared for aroadside inspection at any time. The seminar will focus on Level1 Inspections, Out of Service Criteria, Driver Qualifications, DriverLogs, Pre Trip Inspections and much more. Instructor J. Madrid.CVOP 2000-208 Mar 11 F 8am-5pm GWH 121 500CVOP 2000-209 Jun 10F 8am-5pm GWH 121 500Air Conditioner Control Principles64 Hours, 6.4 CEUsA basic study of HVAC and refrigeration controls, troubleshooting ofcontrol components, emphasis on use of wiring diagrams to analyzehigh and low voltage circuits, and a review of Ohm’s law as applied to airconditioning controls and circuits. Price includes textbook.Instructor: S. Stallings.HART 1003-101 Jan 20-Mar 21 MW 6-10pmGWH 549Texas Training Center Medic First Aid,CPR & AED Instructor 16 Hours, 1.6 CEUsFundamentals of HVAC64 Hours, 6.4 CEUsAn introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory,temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigerationcomponents, and safety. Price includes textbook. Students who want totake the EPA certification test will pay an additional 25 prior to takingthe test. Instructor: S. StallingsHART 1007-102 Mar 23-May 16 MW 6-10pmGWHBecome an Instructor for all fields including; OILFIELD, LAWENFORCEMENT, CHILD CARE, SENIOR CARE, AGRICULTURE, allapproved by State, Federal and OSHA. This course will qualifyattendees to certify students in Medic First Aid/CPR, applicationsand use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), diseaseprevention from Bloodborne Pathogens, and Infant Child rescueskills and AED applications. Attendees will learn lifesaving skillsand practice CPR and First Aid procedures during the class.Students will explain the procedures to their classmates as theydemonstrate proper technique during the practice sessions.Instructor: J. Madrid.EMSP 2001-205 Apr 14-15 ThF 8am-5pm GWH 600EMSP 2001-206 Jul 14-15ThF 8am-5pm GWH 600 549Let us develop a training program that exactlysuits the needs of your business.No matter how many employees you have, Odessa College Continuing Education can helpyou give them the training they need! For more information, call or visit our website today(432) 335-6580 www.odessa.edu/community/ce/index.htmlPAGE6
Odessa College Continuing Education isproud to serve our community and ourpartners in business and industry in Odessaand throughout our 26,666 square mileservice area.Our new state-of-the-art Gregory D. WilliamsHall offers space for lecture, hands-on, andcollaborative learning. Come by and tourour new building, and see how we can offersolutions for your training needs.Select a course from our schedule orallow us to customize a training optionfor your employees.Choose from face-to-face, hybrid, andonline class opportunities.We also offer a wide variety of personalenrichment, professional developmentand job skill enhancement short-termcourses and training programs.We look forward to seeing you soon!PAGE7
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DOT ReadinessDay 1 and 2 AgendaDay 3 AgendaDot I: Introduction to Dot Complianceand Fleet SafetyAdvanced DOT ComplianceThis 2-day class is designed to give you the foundation, industryterms, perspective, and interpretation you need so you canunderstand how DOT Compliance really works. You will reviewand discuss DOT classifications, regulations, policies, DOTaudits and procedures. With this information you will begin tounderstand how a safety rating is calculated and what it meansto be compliant. The information in this course is up to date, andpresented in terms you can understand. You will learn exactlywhat the DOT expects of you, your company, and your drivers.What You Will Learn: Quickly build a solid foundation and learnindustry terms, definitions Understand who is governed by the DOT, its framework,how it works and who DOT regulations apply to Learn about DOT classifications and the differences betweena “Motor Carrier” and a “Commercial Vehicle” Learn what to expect during a DOT Audit and how anunsatisfactory or conditional rating can affect your operation Learn about “SMS” reports Review the “Safety Rating Factors” and discover the possiblerates for each areaSESSION 1: 8-11amDataQ’sDid you know you can have negative items removed from your SMSReport? This class teaches you what the DataQ system is and how tonavigate through the DataQ process. We teach the who, what, when,why, where and how of DataQ.Contesting Accident PreventabilityYour company can receive an automatic Unsatisfactory Rating justbased on the accidents on your SMS Report. In most cases you willnot be able to DataQ an accident but must Contest Preventabilityinstead. We teach you the process of Contesting Preventability, thedocuments that must be submitted, what they are looking for andhow it can affect your rating. We will show you how to calculate whatyour rating will be based on the reportable crashes you have now.Requesting a Safety Rating UpgradeIf your company already has an unfavorable rating (i.e. “Conditional”or “Unsatisfactory”), we teach you the process of requesting a ratingupgrade, the do’s and don’ts of the request, and when not to requesta rating upgrade. If you haven’t gone through a compliance reviewyet but are worried that you may receive an unfavorable rating, thiscourse teaches you what to expect and the importance of timeliness.Lunch – 11am-Noon Review best practices for Hours-of-Service rule, Log Booksand Log Book Audits.SESSION 2: Noon-4pm Learn about Safety Management, why it’s important andwhy it’s requiredHazardous Materials Learn why Driver qualification files, Vehicle Maintenanceand inspections are important. Understand what it means to be DOT compliantand much more Participants may choose to attend 1, 2 or
Educational Coordinator: Dr. Jim McDonald jmcdonald@odessa.edu Phone: (512) 844-0447 CE Office: (432) 335-6580 Toll free (866) 968-2862 Fax: (432) 335-6667 Andrews Andrews Business and Technology Center 201 NW Avenue D Director: Ann Leach aleach@odessa.edu Phone: (432) 523-3300 Fax: (432) 524-6643 PAGE
