Compaction & Density Testing
$100.00
Description
This online course teaches the basic principles of compaction and density testing, with an emphasis on the nuclear method. Materials testing procedures for soils, aggregates, and asphalt associated with construction quality control are featured. This course is accepted for use in every state.
Topics Covered Include:
- why and how we compact in construction
- types of materials that are compacted
- equipment used in compaction
- problems caused by inadequate compaction
- components of a nuclear gauge
- theory behind nuclear moisture and density measurements
- non-nuclear methods to determine density and relative compaction
- overview of the standard tests performed in the soils and asphalt lab
- proper procedures for operating the nuclear gauge
- terms related to density testing of soil and asphalt
- radiation safety, maintenance, operator error, troubleshooting, and FAQs
Certificate
A certificate is issued for this course following a 70-percent passing score on the 20-question exam.
- Compaction & Density Testing
