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I assume (yeah, I know) that most of the umpires also do FED ball. So, you could cover the "seven differences" and discuss which will be used in your area (or stress that the NCAA mechanics will be used). With R3 only, should U1 be in B or C? Does it change if two are out? Discuss other situations where the NCAA mechanic is "controversial"
Talk about the definition of "trouble ball"
If U1 isn't sure, is it better (in your group) to go out or to pivot in?
If U1 gets pushed into foul territory by F4, and the thrown ball gets past F3, which umpire takes the ball and which takes the runner? Similar discussion if PU goes up to third and the ball gets past F5.
How (and when) will you ask for help? How (and when) will you provide it without being asked?
What's the role of the non-arguing umpire during a discussion with the manager? When should he come in to help?
What's your association's philosophy on asking for help on a checked swing with U1 in the middle? With U1 in A and a lefty at bat?
With a rundown between third and home, when does U1 get involved and when does he stay back to watch other runner(s)? (Always get involved, stay out until runners have advanced to second, stay out until runner has advanced to third, never get involved if there's another runner)
Unless you're dictating the answer to each of these, then I think you can fill 45 minutes.
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