| Course: |
Asphalt Mix Designer
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| Objective: |
To assure that superpave mix designs and all associated testing of aggregate components for this purpose are done in accordance with standard test methods so that the test results reflect the actual characteristics of the components and mix.
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| Course Content: |
- Physical Properties of Aggregates
- Aggregate Proportioning
- Aggregate Batching for Mix Design
- Volumetric Analysis of HMA Mixtures
- Development of HMA Design
- Permeability (FM 5-565)
- Moisture Susceptibility
- Effect of Mix Design on Performance and Construction of HMA
- The Specifications and Field Verification of Mix Design
- Mix Design Exercise Practice Problems
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| Duration of Class: |
Four days. Examination on the fourth day.
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Examinations: |
Written
Required. Open book, 4 hours.
Proficiency
None Required.
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