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.
Topics include:
- Objectives of design mix
- Desirable mix properties
- Design of non-structural mixes
- Designing a mix/practical considerations
- Mix design and procedures
- Performance based specifications
- Quality assurance
- Production testing and interpretation of test results
- Overview of asphalt manufacture and construction techniques
On completion of this course participants will have the knowledge to:
- Identify objectives of mix design and the properties required
- Understand methods for the design of non-structural mixes taking practical considerations into account
- Understand the implications of performance based specifications and quality assurance
- Understand the importance of production testing and interpretation of results
- Have an overview of asphalt plant operations and construction techniques.
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.
1509 Demonstrate knowledge of materials used in asphalt production and construction
13514 Design hot mix asphalt using the Marshall method
13515 Carry out acceptance testing for asphalt paving
20445 Demonstrate knowledge of asphalt production plants
20446 Demonstrate knowledge of asphalt mix design methods and specifications
21665 Demonstrate knowledge of materials and mixes for hot mix asphalt designs
13512 Demonstrate knowledge of operating processes of asphalt
production plants
13513 Demonstrate knowledge of hot-mix asphalt design methods
and specifications for pavement surfacing
13516 Demonstrate knowledge of the types of hot-mix asphalt used
in pavement surfacing
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
Cost:
$620.00 per person + GST (Minimum numbers apply before a course is confirmed)
Further Information
For further information please contact Jan Kivell | 
