ASTM C1260 Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali Reactivity of Aggregates (Mortar-Bar Method) - eLearning Course

About this Course

This course covers ASTM Test Method C1260 that permits detection, within 16 days, of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars.

This course includes downloadable resources including a procedural outline and a pdf of the standard, instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. The course can be completed in about one hour.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify apparatus and reagents used for detection of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars, including containers and sodium hydroxide solution.
• Describe conditioning requirements, including those for molding room humidity and mixing water temperature.
• Recognize steps for sampling and preparation of test specimens.
• Recall procedure for detection of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars.
• Recognize calculation requirements as outlined for ASTM C1260.
• Identify reporting requirements for ASTM C1260.

CEUs and Certificate

CEUs: .1 or 1 PDH

Certificate: A certificate is available upon successful completion of the course and an 80% or higher score on the exam.

Reference Materials

ASTM C1260

Training Programs

This training course is part of the following eLearning program:

• Concrete Lab Testing eLearning Program

Access

All ASTM online courses are available for a 1 year subscription on ASTM's Learning Center for a Single User Only via username/password. Training cannot be shared. For multi-user access and pricing, contact sales here or call 1-877-909-ASTM.

Internet access is required.

Stock Code

TRAIN-C1260-PASS