Course Descriptions

A block of rooms is reserved at the hotel for each specific class. These rooms will he held up until 30 days prior to class start and will be made available after that time only if still open. Each student must make their own reservations by calling the hotel and asking for a room in the block for the class. Government rates (or less) are guaranteed. Actual room rates where known are shown below.

See perdiem rates at: http://perdiem.hqda.pentagon.mil/perdiem/perdiemrates.html.










Las Vegas, Nevada

Desert Rose Resort, 5051 Duke Ellington Way, Las Vegas, NV 89119-1159 (1/4 mile to the famous "Las Vegas Strip", all suites, buffet breakfast included).

For blocked rooms mention the room block code shown below. The two bedroom suites can accommodate up to six guests. With "roommate style" or "apartment style" floor plans, two-bedroom suites typically have a king size bed in one private bedroom and a queen size bed in the other. A sleeper sofa in the living room accommodates additional guests. Complete with a private balcony or patio, dining area and fully appointed kitchen, two-bedroom suites also have two private baths. Both the one bedroom and two bedroom suites have a full kitchenette with stove, refrigerator, microwave, and a reasonable collection of kitchen utensils, pots, pans, plates, cups and glasses. Each bedroom and common area has a television set.

Please go to the Desert Rose Resort web site for a listing of additional amenities at http://www.shellhospitality.com/hotels/desert_rose/.

Free high speed wireless internet access is also available. The hotel is located adjacent to the airport, but on the opposite side from the terminal, about a 15 minute taxi ride around the airport. To make a reservation, call "888-732-8099" and mention the room block code for the class you are registering for, as shown below:

Course Number 451 - Air Force Service Contracts Quality Assurance (Basic)
17-21 May, 2010 Las Vegas, NV
Room Rates: $89.00 one bedroom suite; $139.00 two bedroom suite. Room block code: MSCA510

Course Number 444 - Administration of Service Contracts
18-22 Oct, 2010 Las Vegas, NV
Room Rates: $89.00 one bedroom suite; $139.00 two bedroom suite. Room block code: MSCA101

Course Number 445 - Statement of Work and Statement of Objectives Writing
25-29 Oct, 2010 Las Vegas, NV (This is a GO session)
Room Rates: $89.00 one bedroom suite; $139.00 two bedroom suite. Room block code: MSCA102

Course Number 400 - Basic Quality Assurance
8-12 Mar, 2010 Las Vegas, NV
Room Rates: $89.00 one bedroom suite; $139.00 two bedroom suite. Room block code: MSCA310


If you experience difficulty in making a reservation, contact the onsite conference coordinator: Katie Rogers-Ralston by email at krogers@shellvacationsllc.com, or by telephone at (702) 739-5872. If you require further assistance call MSCA at 703 242 7928 or Cell 703 928 8957.



San Antonio, Texas

We have two hotel being used in 2010 for three classes as shown, two courses at each of the two hotels. The room rates at both hotels will be at the 2010 government room rate as published.

Homewood Suites, Riverwalk, 432 Market Street, San Antonio TX 78205-2920. Rate current perdiem rate applies, parking $22 per day additional. 8 miles to airport) . Tel: 210 222-1515. The Homewood Suites San Antonio Riverwalk Downtown Hotel is near everything you want to do in San Antonio Texas USA. The downtown list of attractions is quite encompassing and includes the Riverwalk (Paseo del Rio), the Alamo, El Mercado Market Square, La Villita and much more. Explore over three miles of Riverwalk shops, restaurants, night clubs and attractions. Each suite at the Homewood Suites includes the following amenities: Fully Equipped Kitchens, Separate Living and Sleeping Rooms, Free High-Speed Internet Access, and "Suite Start" Hot Breakfast.
http://homewoodsuites1.hilton.com/en_US/hw/hotel/SATDNHW-Homewood-Suites-by-Hilton-San-Antonio-Riverwalk-Downtown-Texas/index.do?gclid=COCs3Iyit5wCFQRM5QodiHZOow/

Course Number 450 - Air Force Service Contracts Surveillance Methods and Procedures
13-17 Sep, 2010 San Antonio, TX (This is a GO session at the Homewood Suites.) (Group Code MSG)

Course Number 451 - Air Force Service Contracts Quality Assurance (Basic)
11-15 Jan 2010 San Antonio, TX (This is a GO session at the Homewood Suites) (Group Code MSS)

Drury Inn and Suites, Riverwalk
201 N. St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205;
Telephone: 210-212-5200.

This beautiful hotel "on the River Walk" was formerly the Alamo Bank but is now renovated to maintain its historical character while creating modern comfort. The hotel offers biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage at a free hot breakfast, and a free evening beverage reception and snack. Guest rooms feature flat Panel LCD TV's, comfortable beds, microwaves and refrigerators. Other amenities include free wireless Internet throughout the hotel, a rooftop pool, and walking distance to the Alamo. To reserve a room online, go to "www.druryhotels.com", click on "Book it Fast", then enter the group number from the list below. To register by telephone, call 1-800-325-0720, specify the hotel location (city) and request a room under the group name: "MSCA Course' and the group number for the class. Parking: $14.00 per day, per car, plus tax and has a height limit of 6' 4.

https://wwwc.druryhotels.com/PropertyOverview.aspx?Property=0130/

Course Number 447 - Service Contracts Surveillance Methods and Procedures
3-7 May, 2010 San Antonio, TX (Drury Inn Room Reservation Group Number 2068125)
15-19 Nov, 2010 San Antonio, TX (Drury Inn Room Reservation Group Number 2068121)



St. Louis, Missouri

Drury Plaza Hotel at the Arch - St. Louis, MO - 2 South 4th Street - St. Louis, MO, 63102 - P: 314-231-3003

This hotel is located in the heart of downtown St. Louis next to the Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium, where the St Louis Cardinals play. The hotel offers biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage at a free hot breakfast, and a free evening beverage reception and snack. Guest rooms feature flat Panel LCD TV's, comfortable beds, microwaves and refrigerators. Other amenities include free wireless Internet throughout the hotel. To reserve a room online, go to www.druryhotels.com click on "Book it Fast", then enter the group number from the list below. To register by telephone, call 1-800-325-0720, specify the hotel location (St Louis) and request a room under the group name: "MSCA Course' and the group number for the class. Hotel parking: $15.00 per car, per night, for overnight guests only.

https://wwws.druryhotels.com/PropertyOverview.aspx?Property=0103/

Course Number 504 - Service Contracts Performance Monitoring
25-29 Jan 2010 St Louis, MO (Drury Inn Room Reservation Group Number 2068122)
Room rate is $106.00 per night.



Orlando, Florida

Four Points by Sheraton Orlando Studio City, 5905 International Drive - Orlando, Florida 32819, Phone: 407-996-2007. The Four Points by Sheraton Orlando Studio City in the heart of Orlando, located on world-famous International Drive, just across from Universal Studios. The hotel offers free Wireless High Speed Internet access. Make room reservations directly to the Hotel Reservations Department at 1-800-327-1366 between the hours of 9AM - 6PM, Monday through Friday. To insure receiving the special group rate, the guests must identify the group name, MSC Associates, Inc. when making reservations. Individuals must make a payment guarantee in some form within 14 days after making the reservation. The room rate is $89 per night for up to four persons in the room, Room Tax: 12.5%. Breakfast for two included in the room rate, per room per day, and one free movie per room for the stay. Room cancellations must be at least 7 days in advance to cancel without penalty. To avoid early check-out fees you must advise the hotel before CHECK-IN of any changes in the planned length of stay. Roll-a-way beds are available at an additional cost. Children under 18 stay free in room with their parents. The maximum number of adults in any room is four. The Hotel does not allow pets.

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1142

Course Number 445 - Statement of Work and Statement of Objectives Writing
26-30 Apr, 2010 Orlando, FL (Group name is MSC Associates, Inc.)

Course Number 450 - Air Force Service Contracts Surveillance Methods and Procedures
22-26 Feb, 2010 Orlando, FL (Group name is MSC Associates, Inc.)

Course Number 700 - Service Contract Quality, Level I Certification
7-11 June, 2010 Orlando, FL (Group name is MSC Associates, Inc.)



Everett, Washington

The Inn at Port Gardner, 1700 W Marine View Dr., Everett, WA 98201 - Phone: 425-252-6779, Toll Free: 1-888-252-6779. Guests at the Inn at Port Gardner are greeted by sweeping views of Puget Sound, Port Gardner Bay, and the majestic Olympic Mountains. An outdoor patio provides a picturesque vantage point for enjoying the panoramic view of the Everett Marina, which has several excellent restaurants for your dining pleasure. Guest rooms include a private deck, a microwave and small refrigerator and one queen size bed. Two queen size beds are available in some rooms. Ask for a double if needed. Amenities include Complimentary wireless internet access, Complimentary Gold's Gym passes, complimentary Continental breakfast in a basket delivered to the guest room each morning along with the daily newspaper. The room rate is $99 per night. The hotel is about 40 miles north of the SeaTac International Airport.

http://www.innatportgardner.com/

Course Number 700 - Service Contract Quality, Level I Certification
9-13 Aug, 2010 Seattle, WS
Course Number 446 - Service Contracts Cost Estimating
14-16 Dec, 2010 Seattle, WA



Washington, DC

Hilton Garden Inn Tysons Corner, 8301 Boone Blvd, Vienna, Virginia, USA 22182, Tel: +1-703-760-9777. The hotel is located in the Tysons Corner area, about half way between Dulles International Airport and Reagan National Airport in downtown Washington. This is one of the Washington, DC area's most vibrant regions, home to some of the East Coast's premier shopping, as well as a thriving business sector. Amenities include King or two Queen size beds, flat screen HDTV, complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet, complimentary refrigerator, and a microwave and coffeemaker. See the hotel web site for additional information. The room rates for each class are shown below. These rates are at or below the 2010 published perdiem rate. Register by calling the hotel at the number above and provide the group name of MSCA and the dates for your class. A web link for on line room reservations will be provided by email to registered students.


Additional hotel information is provided at the web site:

http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=DCATCGI

Course Number 700 - Service Contract Quality, Level I Certification
20-24 Sep, 2010 Washington, DC (Room rate = $226 per night)

Course Number 505 - Performance Plan (QASP) Preparation
26-30 Jul, 2010 Washington, DC (Room rate = $165 per night)
29 Nov-3 Dec, 2010 Washington, DC (Room rate = $165 per night)

Course Number 446 - Service Contracts Cost Estimating
31 Aug-2 Sep, 2010 Washington, DC (Room rate = $165 per night)



Colorado Springs, Colorado

Drury Inn Pikes Peak. 8155 North Academy Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80920 - Telephone: 719-598-2500 This new Drury Hotel is located just across the highway from the US Air Force Academy, one mile from the entrance gate, and just a few miles from downtown Colorado Springs and the airport. The fabled Pikes Peak is only 15 miles away.
The hotel offers biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage at a free hot breakfast, and a free evening beverage reception and snack. Guest rooms feature flat Panel LCD TV's, comfortable beds, microwaves and refrigerators. Other amenities include free wireless Internet throughout the hotel. To reserve a room online, go to "http://www.druryhotels.com click on "Book it Fast", then enter the group number 2068123 as shown below. To register by telephone, call
1-800-325-0720, specify the hotel location (Colorado Springs) and request a room under the group name: "MSCA Course' and the group number for the class, 2068123.

https://wwwc.druryhotels.com/PropertyOverview.aspx?Property=0035/

Course Number 400 - Basic Quality Assurance
23-27 Aug, 2010 Colorado Springs, CO (Drury Inn Room Reservation Group Number 2068123)
Room rate is $74.99 per night.