Asphalt Paving Level 2
Class Information
Open Book Multiple Choice Written Exam
Class Duration: 3 Days including the exam
Allowed 4 hours to complete the Written Exam
No Proficiency Exam
Course Objective:
This class emphasizes the need for uniformity and consistency of the mix, placement and compaction operations in achieving the specification requirements for texture, smoothness, density, cross slope and thickness. Equipment operation of pavers and rollers are presented. Balancing of delivery, milling, paving and compaction operations are demonstrated. Proper pavers operation for smoothness is emphasized. Proper roller operation is emphasized in order to achieve specific density. Department specifications for acceptance of mix on the roadway are reviewed. The basics of the statistical approach behind the specifications are presented in order to input data. The trainee will understand and be able to recognize problems and make suggestions for corrections in the paving operation. Random number table for sampling for density and thickness is explained. Identification and possible causes of pavement problems and the solutions are presented. The need for uniformity and consistency is explained.
Course Topics:
Project Basics
Surface Preparation
Asphalt Delivery, Placement, and Compaction
Specifications (to include Testing and Inspection)
Initial Qualification Requirements
Must pass the Asphalt Paving Level 2 written exam
First-time qualifiers must have an active Paving Level 1 qualification at the time of taking the Level 2 exam
Must have 90 days experience in asphalt paving operations or asphalt roadway testing
Re-Certification Qualification Requirements
Must pass Asphalt Paving Level 2 written exam
Important Information:
If Asphalt Paving 2 qualification is kept current (not allowed to expire) then the Asphalt Paving 1 qualification will continue to be current
If the Asphalt Paving Level 2 qualification expires, then the technician is must obtain the same requirements as the initial qualification.