AI Mastery – SMACNA Wichita

Below you will find the schedule for the upcoming programs, the slides and videos of past programs.

Videos will be available 7 days after the program.

Module 1: AI Fundamentals for Construction Trades

Live Session Date: February 27 @ 10AM CST |  Check-in Date: March 12 @ 10AM CST

Understand what AI actually means for construction companies. Identify simple tools you can implement immediately and see real-world examples from electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and sheet metal work.

Hands-On Assignment: Complete three AI-assisted tasks using tools introduced in the session and document time savings.

FAQ Session Module 1: AI Fundamentals for Construction Trades

FAQ Session: March 12 @ 10AM CST

Module 2: Prompt Engineering Mastery

Live Session Date: March 26 @ 10am CST  |  Check-in Date: April 10 @ 10AM CST

Learn how to communicate effectively with AI tools, apply construction-specific prompting templates, and avoid common mistakes that waste time.

Hands-On Assignment: Create a library of 10 custom prompts for your specific role and test their effectiveness.

FAQ Session Module 2: Prompt Engineering Mastery

FAQ Session:: April 10 @ 10AM CST

Module 3: Microsoft Copilot Integration

Live Session Date: April 24 @ 10AM CST|  Check-in Date: May 8 @ 10AM CST

Maximize your existing Microsoft 365 investments, apply Copilot to estimating and communication tasks, and integrate AI with tools you already use daily.

Hands-On Assignment: Use Copilot to complete one estimating task and one communication task, comparing results to traditional methods.

FAQ Session Module 3: Microsoft Copilot Integration

FAQ Session: May 8 @ 10AM CST

Module 4: ChatGPT for Project Management

Live Session Date: May 29 @ 10AM CST |  Check-in Date: June 12 @ 10AM CST

Apply AI to project planning and risk assessment, improve team communication using AI assistance, and work through real project scenarios and solutions.

Hands-On Assignment: Create a project risk assessment and communication plan for a current or upcoming project using AI tools.

FAQ Session Module 4: ChatGPT for Project Management

FAQ Session: June 12 @ 10AM CST

Module 5: AI-Powered Estimating and Bidding

Live Session Date: June 25 @ 10AM CST|  Check-in Date: July 17 @ 10AMCST

Speed up quantity takeoffs with greater accuracy, conduct market research and competitive pricing analysis, and get AI assistance with proposal writing.

Hands-On Assignment: Complete an estimate using AI tools and compare accuracy and time to your standard process.

FAQ Session Module 5: AI-Powered Estimating and Bidding

FAQ Session: July 17 @ 10AM CST

Module 6: AI for Safety Management and Compliance

Live Session Date: July 30 @ 10AM CST|  Check-in Date: August 14 @ 10AM CST

Automate safety documentation processes, use AI for incident analysis and prevention, and set up compliance tracking and reporting systems.

Hands-On Assignment: Create an AI-assisted safety briefing and compliance checklist for an active project.

FAQ Session Module 6: AI for Safety Management and Compliance

FAQ Session: August 14 @ 10AM CST

Module 7: AI-Enhanced Customer Communication

Live Session Date: August 28 @ 10AM CST Check-in Date: September 11 @ 10AM CST

Write professional proposals and emails faster, develop client presentations with AI support, and use AI for relationship management.

Hands-On Assignment: Draft three client communications (proposal, follow-up email, presentation outline) using AI assistance.

FAQ Session Module 7: AI-Enhanced Customer Communication

FAQ Session: September 11 @ 10AM CST

Module 8: Code Research and Technical Problem Solving

Live Session Date: September 25 @ 10AM CST  |  Check-in Date: October 8 @ 10AM CST

Quickly interpret and research building codes, analyze technical specifications efficiently, and solve complex technical problems with AI assistance.

Hands-On Assignment: Research a code question and document a technical problem solution using AI tools.

FAQ Session Module 8: Code Research and Technical Problem Solving

FAQ Session: October 8 @ 10AM CST

Module 9: Predictive Analytics for Equipment and Risk

Live Session Date: October 23 @ 10AM CST  |  Check-in Date: November 13 @ 10AM CST

Optimize equipment maintenance schedules, predict and prevent project risks, and improve resource allocation decisions.

Hands-On Assignment: Create a predictive maintenance schedule or risk assessment model for your equipment or project portfolio.

FAQ Session Module 9: Predictive Analytics for Equipment and Risk

FAQ Session: November 13 @ 10AM CST

Module 10: Building Custom AI Solutions

Live Session Date: December 4 @ 10AM CSTCheck-in Date: December 18 @ 10AM CST

Build company-specific AI assistants, automate administrative processes, and create custom calculators and tools for your business.

Hands-On Assignment: Design and build one custom AI solution specific to your company's needs.

FAQ Session Module 10: Building Custom AI Solutions

FAQ Session: December 18 @ 10AM CST

Module 11: Automation and Workflow Integration

Live Session Date: January 18, 2027 @ 10AM CST  |  Check-in Date: January 25, 2027 @ 10AM CST

Integrate AI with Procore, BlueBeam, and other industry software, streamline data flow between systems, and eliminate manual data entry where possible.

Hands-On Assignment: Identify and implement one workflow automation that connects your existing software tools.

FAQ Session Module 11: Automation and Workflow Integration

FAQ Session: January 25, 2027 @ 10AM CST

Module 12: Future-Proofing and ROI Measurement

Live Session Date: February 12, 2027 @ 10AM  CST |  Check-in Date: February 26, 2027 @ 10AM CST

Measure and track your AI implementation success, plan for emerging technologies, and scale successful implementations across your organization.

Hands-On Assignment: Complete a full ROI analysis of your AI implementations and create a 12-month forward plan.

FAQ Session Module 12: Future-Proofing and ROI Measurement

FAQ Session: February 26, 2027 @ 10AM CST

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