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Paving Basics

An important aspect of infrastructure - learn new skills or enhance your expertise with our comprehensive paving basics course.

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Here's what you'll learn

Our professional instructors will teach you:

Road Bed & Drainage
Considerations for Paving Gravel Roads
Types of Asphalt Roads
Paving Tool Checklist
Mechanics of an Asphalt Paver
Balancing and Maintaining Paving Forces
Slope Controls
Road Structures

Can You Answer any or all of The Questions Below?

Why is proper drainage essential in paving projects?
How can poor drainage affect pavements and their surroundings?
How do pavers work, and what are the key components of a paver?
Can you operate and maintain pavers effectively?
What are the properties of asphalt, and how is it used in paving projects?
How is an asphalt mix designed, produced, and transported to the construction site?
What quality control measures should be in place to ensure the longevity of a pavement?

Which HMA placement personnel would be responsible in these scenarios?

Educating drivers for a safe delivery of hot mix asphalt from plant to paver
Checking for and warning of overhead obstructions, traffic hazards, etc.
Checking for and maintaining all fluid levels before starting to pave
Controlling material texture & preventing any material blemishes
Preparing transverse and longitudinal joints for compaction

Industry Standards

Our instruction meets or exceeds industry standards

Certifications

Certification documents proficiency and skills

Peer to Peer Training

Facilitated learning peer to peer. Experience counts!

Expert Instructors

Taught by pro instructors who’ve done the job!

Built From Experience

Courses developed by people who’ve done the job

Service First

We are committed to your success, start to finish

Documentation & Materials Provided

Certificate of Completion
Student Book

Why Take This Course

Paving is an important aspect of infrastructure development and maintenance. Whether you’re a novice looking to enter the construction industry or a professional seeking to expand your knowledge, the “Paving Basics” course is designed to equip you with essential skills and insights into three critical aspects of paving: drainage, understanding pavers, and asphalt application.

This comprehensive course will provide you with a foundation needed to excel in the world of pavement construction in a self-paced online format.

 

A FIT FOR EVERY NEED

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  • Training for groups of all sizes on location
  • Customized to your needs
  • Professional, Experienced Trainers
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