Advanced Asphalt Paving

Catalog description

This course is restricted to students presently studying under the direction and oversight of an approved apprenticeship program, working in partnership with Columbus State Community College. This class teaches the proper method of operating asphalt paving equipment and the use of a variety of screed automation techniques to handle grades and slopes. This class provides a working knowledge of the hot-mix asphalt paving industry through the hands-on operation of paving equipment. Students will learn the proper techniques for performing the job completely and safely. Sand is used in the paving process to simulate asphalt. Topics include mix delivery, surface preparation, mix replacement, automatic screed controls, joint construction, compaction, and equipment and mat problems.