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In this publication, we will be providing updates/resources we receive from our partners, these are updates/resources we feel are useful to you - our customers. If you have information you would like shared in this publication, please let us know. ndltap@ugpti.org


The 2024 NDLTAP Road Scholar Awards will be presented at the:

2025 County Roads Conference, January 29 during the Awards Banquet, at the Holiday Inn in Fargo ND.


All the NDLTAP trainings, TLN webinars and select Conferences (listed below) qualify for the Road Scholar Program Credits.


*ND LTAP Supported Conferences*

• ND Road Conference

• SD Local Roads Conference

• ND Transportation Conference


Contact tracy.wing@ndsu.edu with any Road Scholar Program questions.

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Upcoming NDLTAP Training







Training announcements are forthcoming:

Shoulder Pulling Demo (2) sessions - TBD - April/May

If you are willing to host the Shoulder Pulling Demo please click on the link below

Yes, I want to be a Shoulder Pulling Demo Host

Local Roadway Signing - TBD - April

Dust Control Product Demo - TBD - May


If you have missed the training registration please contact tracy.wing@ndsu.edu

701- 612-8632


Heavy Equipment Operations - Safety/Maintenance and Load Securement Follow-up Resource:

  • TLN-LMS (you have an account) Access your TLN - LMS Account - username always first and last name no spaces (denisebrown) and then your password. If you forgot your password - You can click on Password Reminder to continue and follow instructions. For assistance call 701-552-0672 or 701-238-8646.

  • Once you have access, do a search for Equipment Maintenance. The search will provide you with many self-paced learning modules you can register for. This is a great learning opportunity for everyone.


Access to NDLTAP Training Opportunities

NDLTAP will accept training requests from local agencies. We will do our best to fulfill your training requests.

Request a NDLTAP Training

NDLTAP 2025 Motor-grader Operator Training


Motor-grader Operator training Motor-grader Operator Training Information will start in May and end Oct.1.


This training is by request only.

Motor-grader Operator Training Request Form



Thank you to the 2024 Motor-grader Instructors for doing an outstanding job.

Nathan Miller - Slope County Road Superintendent

Ross Hanson - Morton County Operator

Ryan Larsen - Butler Machinery


If you are interested in being an instructor for the Motor-Grader Operator Training please send an email to denise.brown.1@ndsu.edu or call 701-220-0101.

On-line Learning Opportunities Available


The Transportation Learning Network (TLN) is a division of the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) at North Dakota State University. TLN is governed by a committee representing each of the participating state DOTs and Center for Transformative Infrastructure Preservation and Sustainability (CTIPS)—formerly Mountain-Plains Consortium (MPC)—universities.


TLN was developed to serve the transportation interests of the region and complements the efforts of its various members. It provides access to information and expertise not readily available to transportation professionals in the region. TLN identifies, schedules, distributes and warehouses technology transfer for its members.

Short list of upcoming webinars:

  • ATSSA Traffic Control Design Specialist (TCDS) 1.5 Days
  • Jan.23
  • Jan.24
  • The Quality Improvement Process, Jan 28
  • Guardrail Basics, Flexible Barriers and Maintenance, Jan.30

More TLN Webinars

Visit TLN Website




Road Safety Champion Program


The Road Safety Champion Program (RSCP) is a nationally-recognized "Roadway Safety 101" training series. It is made for staff in transportation, public health, and first responder agencies who have an interest in roadway safety but are not safety experts.


The RSCP includes seven core modules plus career-focused pathways. Once participant complete the seven core modules and on pathway, they are awarded a Road Safety Champion Program Certificate!


(Note: courses can be taken in any order and the certificate is not a degree or professional certification.)


Webinar: RSCP CM 2: Understanding Human Factor

Date: Jan. 29, 2025

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm CT

Cost: FREE

Organization: National Center for Rural Road Safety


Get an overview of safety trends and a national understanding of roadway safety. Also, discuss techniques for safety collaboration, the importance of prioritizing safety over other considerations, and how an individual can become a Road Safety Champion.

For more information about this training, click here.

Link: https://ruralsafetycenter.org/safety-center-registration/

Become a Champion for Saving Lives
Register Now


64th Annual

SD Asphalt Conference

Feb.12-13, 2025

Highland Conference Center

Mitchell,SD


We have a great agenda this year bringing in industry experts across the state and across the country. It will be a great time to network with fellow peers. Learn about the innovations and gain knowledge in asphalt construction and maintenance. Registration deadline is Feb.5. You can still register by email at sdlatp@sdstate.edu or call 1-800-422-0129 or at the conference.

Register Now

Important Information:

  • Early-bird pricing until 2/3/2025
  • Standard Rate - $125
  • Public Agency (federal, state, county, city, tribal and university employees) - $75
  • Student - $0
  • Note: Starting Feb.4 the registration rate goes up $50 for Standard Rate and Public Agencies rate. Student rate remains the same.


  • The Exhibitor fee of the Early-bird pricing ($650) will go up starting Feb.4 by $100.
Register Now

The Show for Snow

April 6-9, 2025

Grand Rapids MI.

The North American Snow Conference has it all, from expert-led snow and ice education sessions to an exhibit floor full of vendors excited to show you the latest winter maintenance solutions for your community. Make plans now to join your peers and take advantage of everything the Snow Conference has to offer. See you in Grand Rapids!

Register Now

May 7-8, 2025

Bismarck State College National Energy Center of Excellence (in-person and virtual)

The Vision Zero Partner Conference is an annual event that brings together hundreds of 4E partners in education, enforcement, engineering, emergency medical services and other partners to provide information, best practices, and networking opportunities to build partner capacity to advance Vision Zero in North Dakota.


The Conference includes presentations on hot topics, keynote speakers, updates on Vision Zero, and an awards ceremony for those who showed outstanding service and dedication to accomplish the overall goal of reducing motor vehicle fatalities and serious injuries on North Dakota roads.


More conference information coming soon.

Conference Information

The Center for Local Aid Support has developed a series of online training modules for transportation professionals. The online training courses are for professional development and to provide solutions for transportation related issues. The online training courses are free of charge.

Visit the On-line Library

This program is offered with sponsorship from FHWA, ND Department of Transportation, Western Dakota Energy Association, ND Insurance Reserve Fund, and the ND Township Officers Association.

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.