AI Mastery – NECA Cascade

Module 1: AI Fundamentals for Construction Trades

Live Session Date: March 26, 2026 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: April 10, 2026 @ 10AM PST

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.

Slides and Videos will be available 7 days after the program.

FAQ Session Module 1: AI Fundamentals for Construction Trades

FAQ Session: April 10, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 2: Prompt Engineering Mastery

Live Session Date: May 15, 2026 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: May 15, 2026 @ 10AM PST

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.

Module 3: Microsoft Copilot Integration

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: June 12, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 4: ChatGPT for Project Management

Live Session Date: June 25, 2026 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: July 17, 2026 @ 10AM PST

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: July 17, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 5: AI-Powered Estimating and Bidding

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: August 14, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 6: AI for Safety Management and Compliance

Live Session Date: August 28, 2026 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: September 11, 2026 @ 10AM PST

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: September 11, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 7: AI-Enhanced Customer Communication

Live Session Date: September 25, 2026 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: October 8, 2026 @ 10AM PST

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: October 8, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 8: Code Research and Technical Problem Solving

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: November 13, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 9: Predictive Analytics for Equipment and Risk

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: December 18, 2026 @ 10AM PST

Module 10: Building Custom AI Solutions

Live Session Date: January 15, 2027 @ 10AM PST  |  Check-in Date: January 29, 2027 @ 10AM PST

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: January 29, 2027 @ 10AM PST

Module 11: Automation and Workflow Integration

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: February 26, 2027 @ 10AM PST

Module 12: Future-Proofing and ROI Measurement

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: March 26, 2027 @ 10AM PST