Asphalt Aggregates Laboratory Technician Level I
Test your knowledge and performance in the ability to properly perform, calculate, and report the results of laboratory procedures for aggregate, particularly as it pertains to washes, gradations, and specific gravity.
This program was developed for use in meeting the certification requirements of ASTM C1077 and ASTM E329.
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Program Fee
$250 USD - this fee includes both the written exam and the performance evaluation
ASTM Standards Covered
- ASTM C117 Standard Test Method for Materials finer than 75-um (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing
- ASTM C127 Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate
- ASTM C128 Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density (Specific Gravity), and Absorption of Fine Aggregate
- ASTM C136 Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
Certification Requirements
- ASTM will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements: a passing grade on the ASTM written examination, and successful completion of the ASTM performance evaluation
- The 90-minute written examination is closed-book and consists of approximately 90 questions.
- To pass the written examination, both of the following conditions must be met:
- Score at least 60% correct for each of the required standards, and
- Score a minimum of 70% overall.
- The performance examination requires actual demonstration of the required standards. The examinee is judged on their ability to correctly perform or describe all of the required procedures for each standard.
- Recertification is necessary every five years and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.
Study Materials and Training
A convenient bundle of the standards is available for use in studying for the written exam. We also offer several related live plus on-demand, self-paced training options.