National Capital Chapter ACI upcoming events

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 -May 16, 2026 (06 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT

This program consists of a virtual 3-hour review session starting at 8:00 AM on Wednesday 05/06/2026 then an in-person exam starting at 7:30 AM on Saturday 05/16/2026 consisting of the 1-hour written exam and 2 hours for the performance (hands-on) exam. The package price includes the review, the exams, and all certification fees.

If you require a Written or Performance Retest Only, please use the separate "RETEST ONLY REGISTRATION"

https://www.nccaci.org/event-6469483

A Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I is an individual who has demonstrated the knowledge and ability to properly perform and record the results of seven basic field tests on freshly mixed concrete.

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices.

C1064/C1064M - Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172 - Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M - Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M - Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231 - Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M - Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M - Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Please review the following guidelines for the day of the exam:

If you are sick, showing signs of COVID-19, Flu or any other contagious illness or have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, we would ask you to not attend the exam and you will be given the option to reschedule so long as 24hr advance notice is provided.
NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given for Exam Day no-shows. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. (If you do not alert us at least 5 days in advance of the Study Session and / or Exams with a valid excuse, you will be charged for the Exam.)
Non-contact temperature checks may be performed by the NCCACI Staff at Check-In. If temperature is at or above 100.4°F, the person will be asked to leave and no refund will be provided.
Each registrant will sit at their own table during the written exam.
Equipment will be sprayed down with soapy water as needed by staff.
Please be mindful of Social Distancing during the review and exam.
NCCACI reserves the right to change, cancel, or reschedule Study Sessions, Training, Exams, and Exam Sites at any time. NCCACI will contact you if any changes occur.
Legal photo ID is required for all Exams, also bring your own #2 pencil and calculator and do not share them.
Applicants must have proper PPE including a hard hat, safety glasses, vest, protective gloves (you will be handling concrete), and work boots. There could be down time while waiting for your Performance Exam. If you need to bring water or a snack, please feel free to do so. Always practice social distancing.

The one-hour WRITTEN EXAMINATION is closed-book and consists of 55 multiple-choice questions. There are between five and ten questions on each of the ASTM test methods and practices. To pass the written examination, BOTH of the following conditions must be met:

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND-A minimum score of 70% overall.

The PERFORMANCE EXAMINATION is also "closed book" and requires actual demonstration of six of the required test methods and practices plus a verbal description of Practice C172/C172M (sampling). The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform (or describe, where allowed) all the required steps for each procedure. Certification is valid for a period of five years from the date of successfully completing all requirements. Recertification requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Individuals with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ACI Certification Department for further information on how to proceed. All requested for special accommodations under ADA are handled on a case-by-case basis and must be made allowing enough time for evaluation and appropriate action by ACI. To contact the ACI Certification Department regarding ADA issues, call 248-848-3790. This must be done prior to attending any certification program offered by our Chapter

ACI Recertification or Re-testing Only -May 16, 2026 (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT

This re-test session is for people who have already taken one of the ACI certification exams and have been notified that they did not pass and need to re-test. If you need to recertify because your current certification is going to expire, YOU NEED TO SIGN UP FOR THE FULL CERTIFICATION.

Register on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page. You will be able to select the testing you need for the following:

Field Testing Tech Grade 1 Written or Performance

You must submit a separate registration for each exam requested (for example if you need to retake both the written and the plans exam for the Special Inspector certification, you need to register for each one separately).

You cannot register here for performance exams for any certification other than Field Testing Tech Grade 1. Strength performance retesting is offered when Strength testing is given.

Please review the following guidelines for the day of the exam:

If you are sick, showing signs of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, we would ask you to not attend the exam and you will be given a refund so long as 24hr advance notice is provided. Refunds will not be offered for other circumstances.
Non-contact temperature checks will be performed by the NCCACI Staff at Check-In. If temperature is at or above 100.4°F, the person will be asked to leave and no refund will be provided.
Each registrant will sit at their own table during the written exam.
Masks will be required to be worn the entire time during the review and exam.
Equipment will be sprayed down with soapy water periodically by staff.
6' Social Distancing is to be maintained during the review and exam.
Hand sanitizer will be present at the Check-In table.
NCCACI Staff will sign you in at Check-In instead of sharing pens to sign in.
Please bring your own pencil and calculator and do not share them.
Wear appropriate attire for the practical exam (i.e. closed-toed shoes/boots, long pants, shirts with sleeves, safety glasses, gloves). The practical exam is performed with concrete, so wear typical work clothes / clothes that can get dirty.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Annual Night at the Nats May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 21:30:00 GMT

MAY 20th, 2026 (WEDNESDAY)

THE NATIONAL CAPITAL CHAPTER OF ACI PRESENTS

NIGHT AT THE NATS

5:30 PM Networking and Food

6:45 PM Game Start against the NY METS!

Join us for an evening of baseball and networking at Nationals Stadium on,

May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) *

Enjoy our private climate-controlled Party Suites with seats along the left field line. All-inclusive food and beverages (including water, soda, Anhesuer-Busch Beers and house wine) will be available starting at 5:30.

NOTE**: Networking and food and beverage start 75 minutes prior to first pitch which is: 5:30. Game schedule subject to change.

Cost:

Members - $100

Non-members - $100

To get your tickets- You MUST download the Major League Baseball (MLB) Ballpark app with the email you buy your tickets with.

Registration is OPEN, 2026- Space is limited to 64 seats.

Questions?

Call Tracy Horch @410-584-5399 or

Yvonne Nelson @ 240-216-1696

Registration: https://www.nccaci.org/event-6627607

"Build to Last, Build with Concrete"

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 -June 20, 2026 (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

This program consists of a virtual 3-hour review session starting at 8:00 AM on Wednesday 06/10/2026 then an in-person exam starting at 7:30 AM on Saturday 06/20/2026 consisting of the 1-hour written exam and 2 hours for the performance (hands-on) exam. The package price includes the review, the exams, and all certification fees.

If you require a Written or Performance Retest Only, please use the separate "RETEST ONLY REGISTRATION"

https://www.nccaci.org/event-6469491

Scope and Knowledge

The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM test methods and practices.

C1064/C1064M - Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C172 - Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete
C143/C143M - Slump of Hydraulic-Cement Concrete
C138/C138M - Density (Unit Weight), Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric) of Concrete
C231 - Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Pressure Method
C173/C173M - Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method
C31/C31M - Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Field

Please review the following guidelines for the day of the exam:

If you are sick, showing signs of COVID-19, Flu or any other contagious illness or have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, we would ask you to not attend the exam and you will be given the option to reschedule so long as 24hr advance notice is provided.
NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given for Exam Day no-shows. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. (If you do not alert us at least 5 days in advance of the Study Session and / or Exams with a valid excuse, you will be charged for the Exam.)
Non-contact temperature checks may be performed by the NCCACI Staff at Check-In. If temperature is at or above 100.4°F, the person will be asked to leave and no refund will be provided.
Each registrant will sit at their own table during the written exam.
Equipment will be sprayed down with soapy water as needed by staff.
Please be mindful of Social Distancing during the review and exam.
NCCACI reserves the right to change, cancel, or reschedule Study Sessions, Training, Exams, and Exam Sites at any time. NCCACI will contact you if any changes occur.
Legal photo ID is required for all Exams, also bring your own #2 pencil and calculator and do not share them.
Applicants must have proper PPE including a hard hat, safety glasses, vest, protective gloves (you will be handling concrete), and work boots. There could be down time while waiting for your Performance Exam. If you need to bring water or a snack, please feel free to do so. Always practice social distancing.

At least 60% correct for each of the required test methods and practices; AND-A minimum score of 70% overall.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.

Movie Screening & Discussion: Engineers at Ground Zero (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Movie Screening & Discussion:

Engineers at Ground Zero

Miracle Theater

535 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

When: Thursday, June 18, 2026

5:30-6:00 - Registration and light refreshments
6:00-7:00 - Screening
7:00-7:30 - Discussion and Q&A

$20- Members

$20 Non-members

Topic:

Engineers at Ground Zero Film

Engineers at Ground Zero, is a documentary that highlights the little-known role structural engineers played following the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center. This film focuses on the structural engineers who ensured the safety of first responders during recovery, helped stabilize structures, and prevented the Hudson River from flooding the NYC Subway system. Join us to hear firsthand accounts and to learn how 9/11 has influenced building design and emergency response to keep the public safe. The program will include a reception with light refreshments. There will be a brief introduction by SEAoNY and NCC ACI committee member Bill Lyons of Euclid Chemical as well as time for Q & A.

(Bill)William J. Lyons III, FACI

Bill is a Fellow in ACI, former chair ACI 306 “Cold Weather Concreting” & ACI Convention Committee and Hot Topic Committee. Bill is the 2018 recipient of the National Chapter Activities Award for his long time dedication to the advancement of the goals to the ACI chapters.

Bill is a two time president of the ACI National Capital Chapter in Washington, DC in 2016 & 2023, and was also the former president of the Concrete Industry Board, the NYC ACI Chapter (2007-08), and the New Jersey Chapter ACI (2004-05). Bill is currently on four American Concrete Institute committees and three Prestress Concrete Institute Committees.

Bill is a frequent speaker at many associations functions including ACI, ICRI, PCI and Structural Engineering Associations as well as guest lecturer for academia.

Bill has 41 year’s experience in the concrete construction industry which includes being an engineering representative for another large admixture company, technical representative for a fly ash company, engineering representative for a national ready mix company and the executive director for a concrete association.

https://www.nccaci.org/event-6595526

NCC ACI members are invited to join us at a Happy Hour prior to the event. Please check in at the Happy Hour venue (Matchbox) to receive your complimentary drink tickets with your preregistration.

Matchbox

521 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Happy Hour: 4:00 - 5:30

ACI Recertification or Re-testing Only -June 20, 2026 (20 Jun 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

YOU NEED TO SIGN UP FOR THE FULL CERTIFICATION

Register on-line here by clicking on the "Register" button at the bottom left side of this page. You will be able to select the testing you need for the following:

Field Testing Tech Grade 1 Written or Performance

You cannot register here for performance exams for any certification other than Field Testing Tech Grade 1. Strength performance retesting is offered when Strength testing is given.

Please review the following guidelines for the day of the exam:

If you are sick, showing signs of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, we would ask you to not attend the exam and you will be given a refund so long as 24hr advance notice is provided. Refunds will not be offered for other circumstances.
Non-contact temperature checks will be performed by the NCCACI Staff at Check-In. If temperature is at or above 100.4°F, the person will be asked to leave and no refund will be provided.
Each registrant will sit at their own table during the written exam.
Masks will be required to be worn the entire time during the review and exam.
Equipment will be sprayed down with soapy water periodically by staff.
6' Social Distancing is to be maintained during the review and exam.
Hand sanitizer will be present at the Check-In table.
NCCACI Staff will sign you in at Check-In instead of sharing pens to sign in.
Please bring your own pencil and calculator and do not share them.
Wear appropriate attire for the practical exam (i.e. closed-toed shoes/boots, long pants, shirts with sleeves, safety glasses, gloves). The practical exam is performed with concrete, so wear typical work clothes / clothes that can get dirty.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ACI Certification programs are ADA compliant.