Education<strong>GEAPS</strong>-Purdue Now Offering ‘<strong>Grain</strong> Facilities Planning & Design II’Registration for the next <strong>GEAPS</strong>-Purduedistance-education course, “<strong>Grain</strong> FacilitiesPlanning and Design II,” or <strong>GEAPS</strong> 511, is nowopen.The five-week course, held once previously,begins April 14. It focuses on the basicprinciples of planning, layout, and design ofcommercial grain-handling facilities.Although the course is a companion toanother <strong>GEAPS</strong>-Purdue planning and designcourse, it was developed to stand on its own,and there is no prerequisite.No travel is required for the ten-lectureprogram. Lectures are mailed to studentson CDs for playback on their computers.Quizzes, reading materials, interaction withfaculty members, and networking with othersenrolled all occur through a dedicated coursewebsite.The course is designed to be as convenientas possible for industry professionalsand other students. Work can be done day ornight, seven days a week, during the five-weekperiod. Those successfully completing thecourse receive a certificate and one continuingeducation unit from Purdue University.<strong>GEAPS</strong> and Purdue jointly develop andoffer distance-education courses to <strong>GEAPS</strong>members and others in the grain industry.Registration may be made through April4 online, at www.geaps.com, or mailed to the<strong>GEAPS</strong> office (see form at right).<strong>GEAPS</strong> 511 is being reoffered as a convenienceto members and others who weren’table to participate the first time it was held—inAugust-September 2007. Members are entitledto a sizable registration discount.For more information about the <strong>GEAPS</strong>-Purdue distance-education program or FacilitiesPlanning and Design II, contact <strong>GEAPS</strong> at(952)928-4640; chouse@geaps.com.Apply now!April 4 DeadlineWeek 1Lesson 1 – <strong>Grain</strong> Dryers and Drying SystemsThis lecture focuses on the major objectives of graindrying and the problems that are typically associatedwith drying.• Objective of grain drying• Different drying systems and their characteristics• Sizing dryers and determining capacity• Dilemmas that can occur during drying• Future dryer developmental issuesFaculty – Dr. Dirk Maier, Professor, Purdue UniversityLesson 2 – <strong>Grain</strong> Storage SystemsThe objective of this lecture is to outline the mainfunctions of a storage system and familiarize studentswith the different options available.• Functions of a storage system• Different types of storage structures and theircharacteristics• Maintenance issues• Filling and unloading options• Capital costs for different structuresFaculty – Steve Schmitt, TE Ibberson CoWeek 2Lesson 3 – Aeration and <strong>Grain</strong> Quality ManagementSystemsThis lecture informs students about the importanceof adequate aeration and the importance ofproperly designing an aeration system to preservegrain quality.• Why is aeration important• What is considered to be adequate aeration• Components of an aeration system• Factors that affect airflow• Positive versus negative aeration systems• Fan characteristics and performance• Closed-loop fumigationFaculty – Ron Noyes, Oklahoma State UniversityLesson 4 – Truck and Railcar Shipping SystemsThe objective of this lecture is to outline the mainfunctions of truck and railcar shipping system andfamiliarize students with the different options6 – <strong>GEAPS</strong> <strong>In</strong>-<strong>Grain</strong> | March 2008<strong>GEAPS</strong> 511: The Course of Studyavailable.• What are the current trends influencing truckand rail car shipping?• How are these trends changing the design offacilities?• What changes are being made to facilities todeal with environmental concerns?• What safety systems need to be in-place tooperate a truck or rail car loading system?• What Automation is right for your facility?• How much will it cost to build?Faculty – Dave Olheiser, Van Sickle, Allen & AssociatesWeek 3Lesson 5 – Barge and Vessel Shipping SystemsThe objective of this lecture is to outline the mainfunctions of barge and vessel shipping systemand familiarize students with the different optionsavailable.• Why is it important to follow established loadingsequences for barges and ships?• How do U.S. grain exporters compete on theworld scene with countries that benefit fromsubsidies and state-controlled organizations?• What are some of the risks involved with theexport of grain?• What are the methods or philosophiesemployed to reduce or minimize fugitive dustemissions?• What is the purpose for shipping bins in anexport elevator?Faculty – Karl Holloway, River ConsultingLesson 6 – Coatings and FinishesFamiliarize students with basics of coatings andfinished used in grain facilities.• Paint Assessment Maintenance Survey• Coating economics• Dealing with specifications in a coating contract• Types of coatings• Future of coatings in the grain industryFaculty – Joe Davis, Tnemec Paint CoWeek 4Lesson 7 – Roofing• Differences in roofing systems• Design considerations when designing aroofing system• Major technological advances in the recent pastFaculty: Gregory Thirnbeck, DC Taylor CoLesson 8 – Waterproofing and Rain DistributionSystemsFamiliarize students with the basics of waterproofinggrain facility structures.• Causes of concrete deterioration and breakdownof waterproof surfaces• Concrete mix basics• Corrosions impacts on structures• Concrete repair• Keys to making a good bonding surfacesFaculty – Dennis Ahrenhuersterbaeumer, The WesternGroupWeek 5Lesson 9 – Automation and Control SystemsThis lecture covers benefits of automated systemsand how to implement such a system.• Factors driving automation• Levels of automation and the characteristics ofeach• Economics of automationFaculty – Jim Gavrish, Compuweigh CorpLesson 10 – Improving <strong>Grain</strong> Operations Planning usingElevator-SIMThis lecture covers the potential use of computersimulation tools for the planning and evaluation ofgrain operations such as receiving capacity.• Concept of modeling a grain handling operation• Data needed to build a simulation model for aspecific facility• Examples of facility models that have been builtwith Elevator-SIM• Application of Elevator-SIM models to evaluatereceiving capacity improvements• Application of Elevator-SIM models to evaluatecommingling and contamination effectsFaculty – Dr. Dirk Maier, Purdue University; Justin McGill, TheAndersons; Nathan Fleck, Monsantowww.geaps.com
Distance Learning Opportunity<strong>Grain</strong> Facilities Planning and Design II<strong>GEAPS</strong> 511Courses run April 14 to May 16Requires a Windows-based computerof newer vintage—at leasta Pentium III processor runningWindows98 (or higher), a CD-ROMdrive to play the lecture CDs, anda modem to access the course siteon the internet.RegistrationRegister online at members.geaps.com. Or use this form and fax to number below.Registration fee<strong>GEAPS</strong> member: $500 Non-member: $685The registration deadlineis April 4.NameTitleCompanyMailing addresse-mailphonefaxFees must be paid at the time of registration.Fax or mail your complete registration to<strong>GEAPS</strong> (details below).Fee includes tuition and all class materials(CDs), which will be mailed to students. CDscontain course lectures.Cancellation Policy: Before the class begins,registrant is entitled to a full refund, oncondition that he returns the CDs at hisown expense. Registrants who cancel upto seven days after class begins are entitledto retake the same course the next time it’soffered, without charge. No refunds after theclass begins. Substitutions allowed at thequalifying fee rate (member or non-member).Payment type: Check(enclosed) Credit CardPayment amount US $Credit payment: Am Ex MC VisaAccount No.Name on card (print)SignatureExp. Date<strong>GEAPS</strong>The <strong>Grain</strong> Elevator and Processing Society4248 Park Glen RdMinneapolis, MN 55416(952)928-4640/Fax (952)929-1318www.geaps.com; info@geaps.comPURDUEU N I V E R S I T Ywww.geaps.com <strong>GEAPS</strong> <strong>In</strong>-<strong>Grain</strong> | March 2008 – 7
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