GEAPS/K-State Distance Learning: Facility Planning, Equipment Maintenance and Process Flow Operations ... May 12-June 16

Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) andKansas State University offer 26 online courses and formal credentials to build your skills. Five courses are available in May. Learn to lay out a facility and keep it running.

Course Dates: May 12-16.

Cost: $700 GEAPS Members, $965 nonmembers.

Registration Closes: May 6

GEAPS 511: Facilities Planning and Design II

Level: Advanced

Do you provide input into planning new facilities, or expanding and retrofitting existing plants? Expand your knowledge on a number of core topics to ensure your design is maximizing efficiency.

You'll Learn:

• How to select an ideal site
• Optimal track layout and the space required
• The right sensors to use and how to plan for automation
• Safety and security design considerations

GEAPS 554: Grain Elevator Equipment Maintenance

Level: Beginner

Do you maintain the equipment in your facility? Does your team? Learn how to maintain equipment safely!

You'll Learn:

• Maintenance methodology, including preventative maintenance, lubrication and record-keeping
• How to troubleshoot power transmissions
• Ways to service conveyors, distributors, screening and other equipment.

GEAPS 610: Interpretation of Process Flow Diagrams

Level: Advanced

Do you understand how the flow diagram for your facility works? Do you know how to use flow charts to manage critical control points for food safety? This course covers the interpretation, use and creation of process flow diagrams.

You'll learn:

• How to create flow diagrams for grain handling functions, feed processing, dry milling and wet process separations
• How to use a flow chart to determine equipment requirements
• How to draw a flow chart

About Distance Education Program Courses

GEAPS and Kansas State University provide online, peer-reviewed continuing education unit (CEU) qualified courses taught by grain industry leaders and faculty members. Courses take place completely online and can be completed at any pace over five weeks.

About Credentials GEAPS and K-State offer a formal credential program. Credentials are a great way to fill in knowledge gaps and ensure standardized training for your team. Learn more about credentials.