Course Overview
Presents methods and procedures for conducting tests on asphalt cement and liquid asphalts. Preparing test specimens and recording and analyzing test data in compliance with specifications are discussed. Access to a laboratory will be required to demonstrate competency in the testing practices.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
- Retired
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to perform the following tests in accordance with ASTM procedures (including sample preparation, reproducible results and appropriate calculations):
- Asphalt aggregate evaluation for grading, shape, texture, affinity, soundness, absorption, density, etc.
- Absolute and Kinematic or Saybolt Viscosity tests
- Penetration, Flash Point and Softening tests
- Ductility tests
- Asphalt mix design tests for: Marshall Method, Superpave.
Effective as of Fall 2003
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