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Mastering Architectural Concrete in Tilt-Up Construction
83 minutes | 1.5 PDH/LU
This session explores the world of architectural concrete, which refers to concrete that is intentionally exposed and finished in a way that enhances...
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Latent Innovation and the Role of Collaborative Inquiry
75 minutes | 1.5 PDH/LU
Not all innovation in tilt-up construction emerges through disruption; many advancements surface quietly—prompted by collaborative inquiry, re-evaluation...
Sponsored content from Powers Brown Architecture
Embodied Carbon 101 & Low-Carbon Concrete in Tilt-Wall Construction
53 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This presentation will start with an introductory segment on Embodied Carbon 101, providing a foundational understanding of the environmental impact of...
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Tips and Methods to Building Tilt-Up Sandwich Panels
54 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
With the increased demand for energy-efficient buildings comes the need for insulated tilt-up sandwich panels. This seminar aims to increase familiarity...
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Cranes and Ground-Bearing Pressures
49 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
The average weight of the tilt-up panel has increased greatly over recent years. It is critically important to understand crane ground bearing pressure...
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The Facts About Welded Wire Reinforcement
53 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This presentation explores the value of using welded wire reinforcement in tilt-up construction. Participants will learn the differences and similarities...
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47 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
Project Dylan is a new prototype fulfillment center. The warehouse building has an approx. footprint of 700,000 SF slab on grade and another 1.95 million...
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Embedded Thin Brick Veneer Design for Tilt-Up Panels
36 minutes | 1 PDH/LU
This seminar presents a general introduction of thin brick veneer and the tilt-up process, including a brief history with successful installation examples....
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TCA Originals
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In episode 1, viewers are introduced to Young Professional and Adult. Young Professional expresses her desire to make an impact.
Episode 2: You Know, Get Involved
1 minute
In episode 2, Adult weighs the pros and cons of sending YP to a networking event in Vegas.
Episode 3: I Thought You Had Like 600 Friends?
1 minute
Episode 3 joins YP and Adult at a work social. Adult has lots of friends while YP struggles to recognize any of her contacts.
Episode 4: I Have a Life You Know?
1 minute
YP volunteers to chair a new committee in episode 4, but Adult questions her commitment.
Episode 5: They Seem to Have it All
1 minute
After a blow up in episode 4, YP and Adult work together to come to an understanding.
Episode 6: It’s Just the Right Thing to Do.
1 minute
Adult strikes up an unlikely friendship in Episode 6 with a young kid who shares his values related to association membership.
Episode 7: That’s Not How We Do It
1 minute
In episode 7, YP suggests trying some new technology she picked up from the Tilt-Up Convention. Adult is resistant.
Episode 8: I Want to be a Contractor
1 minute
The kid is back in episode 8 and while Adult is not happy about it, they continue to bond over shared views.
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In episode 9, Adult struggles with a unique detail. YP encourages him to utilize the association's technical forum.
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Season 1 ends with a scare as Adult fears YP is moving along to greener pastures.
Additional Reading
Scaling Knowledge: TCA Introduces Team Access for Tilt-Up Academy
November 21, 2025
Tilt-Up Detailing and the Role of 3D Printing
December 23, 2020
Mastering the Mockup
September 4, 2020
Tilt-Up En Vogue In The Hayden Tract
May 12, 2020
Rain Screens: Tilt-Up Façade Options for Achieving Barrier Conditions
February 21, 2020
Tilt Wall Ontario Takes Lead on Massive Muskoka Bay Resort Expansion
November 12, 2019
Award-Winning, Record-Breaking
September 5, 2019
RECERTIFICATION WITH CONTINUING EDUCATION
Recertification for both ACI/TCA Certified Tilt-Up Supervisors and Technicians is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of either:
- The then-current written examination, OR
- Submission and verification of records reflecting a minimum of 10 hours of approved continuing education during the previous five-year period. Courses shall be from listings pre-approved by the ACI C650 Committee and the Tilt-Up Concrete Association from offerings at conventions, exhibitions, or similar venues.
TCA, with the approval of the Committee, will develop and maintain a catalog of approved on-line courses meeting the requirements of this section (Tilt-Up Academy). It is the responsibility of the applicant to maintain record of coursework successfully completed for any approved on-line course.
NOTE: Individuals who have allowed their certification to lapse by two years or more can only re-certify by successfully completing the current written exam.
More on the ACI/TCA Tilt-Up Supervisor and Technician Certification Program can be found on our certification page.
Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA)
PO Box 204
402 1st Avenue SE
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
United States
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About the Tilt-Up Concrete Association
Founded in 1986, the Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) strives to improve the quality and acceptance of site-cast Tilt-Up construction - one of the fastest growing industries in the United States, combining the advantages of reasonable cost with low maintenance, durability, speed of construction and minimal capital investment. Over 10,000 buildings, enclosing more than 650 million square feet, are constructed each year using this construction method.
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