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Microscopy Instruction, Consultation & Analysis

Microscopy Courses

Asbestos Courses
Additional Courses
*CIHs may receive CM credits for successful completion of specific MICA courses

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MICA’s founder and principal instructor, Peter M. Cooke, teaches a series of four asbestos-related courses each Spring in Hayward, California for the convenience of our clients on the West Coast and in the Pacific Rim. If you plan to do some sightseeing while in California, you’ll be glad to know that Hayward is within 30-40 minutes of San Francisco, one of the most picturesque cities in the world.

MICA’s courses in California are held in the classroom facility of Forensic Analytical Laboratories, Inc., a consulting firm and analytical laboratory recognized as one of the highest quality industrial hygiene laboratories in the country. A tour of the laboratory is generally included as a part of each MICA course. In addition, this is the only location where MICA offers our Quantitative Asbestos Analysis course.

MICA Course Tips

Here’s some information that will help you plan for your MICA course:

  • MICA supplies an individual microscope and all associated reading materials for each student. If you prefer, you may bring your own microscope; please let us know if you plan to do so.
  • Plan to arrive in Hayward, CA on Sunday so you can get to class Monday morning rested and on time.
  • Class begins at 8:00 a.m. each morning and ends approximately 5:30 pm Monday through Thursday, and between 12:00 – 1:00 pm on Friday. If you plan to fly out on Friday, it’s best to schedule your flight at 4 pm at the earliest to allow sufficient time to get to the airport.
  • Plan to spend approximately 1-2 hours on assigned reading each evening.
  • In addition to morning and afternoon breaks, students have a 45-minute lunch break. Beverages and snacks are provided by MICA. Lunch is on your own, and is available at a variety of local vendors near the classroom.
Classroom Location

Forensic Analytical 3777 Depot Rd, #409

Hayward, CA 94545

(510) 887-8828

(800) 827-3274

Lodging

MICA has negotiated a preferred rate for MICA students at LaQuinta Inn & Suites, which is located about 4 miles from the classroom site. The hotel offers wifi access, complimentary hot breakfast and happy-hour snacks. There are several restaurants within walking distance for dinner, as well a number of restaurants in downtown Hayward. For your convenience, the hotel provides free shuttle service within a 5-mile radius of the hotel, which includes both the classroom site and downtown Hayward. LaQuinta Inn & Suites Other Hayward Hotels

Days Inn Comfort Inn Fairfield Inn
450 West A 24997 Mission Blvd. 25921 Industrial Blvd.
Hayward, CA Hayward, CA Hayward, CA
(510) 670-0555 (510) 538-4466 (510) 782-5000
Airports and Transportation

There are three airports that serve the San Francisco Bay area.

  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) is approximately 20 minutes north of Hayward.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is approximately 45 minutes northwest.
  • San Jose International Airport (SJC) is approximately 55 minutes south.

Taxi service is available from the airport; SuperShuttle is also available. Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is the public transportation service in the Bay Area.

 

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