Asphalt Mix Design
Overview
Asphalt paving mix design requires a clear understanding of design standards and specification requirements. Design also demands close attention to the details of testing procedures to ensure an economical blend and gradation of aggregates. Durable asphalt mixes must provide for stability, sufficient voids and workability to permit efficient construction.
This course has been updated to include the latest design methods from America and Australia. The methods will include Austroads APRG 18 Selection and Design of Asphalt Mixes and SHRP Superpave Mix Design. This will assist engineers and supervisors in their understanding of the design process and specifications.
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Length
2 day course.
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Facilitator
David Jones
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Cost
$640.00 per person + GST
(Minimum numbers apply before a course is confirmed)
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Topics include
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Objectives of design mix
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Desirable mix properties
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Design of non-structural mixes
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Designing a mix/practical considerations
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Mix design and procedures
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Performance based specifications
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Quality assurance
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Production testing and interpretation of test results
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Overview of asphalt manufacture and construction techniques
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On completion of this course participants will
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Identify objectives of mix design and the properties required
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Understand methods for the design of non-structural mixes taking practical considerations into account
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Understand the implications of performance based specifications and quality assurance
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Understand the importance of production testing and interpretation of results
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Have an overview of asphalt plant operations and construction techniques.
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National Qualification information
This course will address theoretical and knowledge requirements related to the below unit standards. It will not cover assessment and practical requirements unless specifically stated under course costs.
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1509 Demonstrate knowledge of materials used in asphalt production and construction
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13514 Design hot mix asphalt using the Marshall method
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13515 Carry out acceptance testing for asphalt paving
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20445 Demonstrate knowledge of asphalt production plants
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20446 Demonstrate knowledge of asphalt mix design methods and specifications
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21665 Demonstrate knowledge of materials and mixes for hot mix asphalt designs
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13512 Demonstrate knowledge of operating processes of asphalt production plants
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13513 Demonstrate knowledge of hot-mix asphalt design methods and specifications for pavement surfacing
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13516 Demonstrate knowledge of the types of hot-mix asphalt used in pavement surfacing
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Who should attend
Engineers and supervisors from consulting firms, local authorities and technical staff from contracting firms who are involved in the decision making process for mix types vs location and/or laboratory technicians
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