NCCER Concrete in Highway Systems

Issued by NCCER

This individual has demonstrated the ability to: • Describe the concrete construction process • Identify trade hazards and safety guidelines • Explain the role of OSHA • Identify and properly use hand tools • Use power tools/equipment safely • Construct curbs, gutters, and concrete steps • Explain how to construct walks, drives, and patios • Identify concrete components and normal mix ratios • Perform a slump test • Prepare a compression-test sample cylinder …see more skills below.

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skills continued… • Describe the concrete curing process • Identify methods used to protect concrete as it cures • Apply a curing compound to a slab • Cover a slab with curing coverings • Describe concrete paving operations, processes, and procedures • Explain the concrete recycling process • Describe hot-mix asphalt paving operations, processes, and procedures • Perform slipform paving • Perform hot-mix asphalt paving • Conduct a quantitative analysis on the segregation of stone
Completed training through an NCCER Accredited training organization. Successfully demonstrated to an NCCER-certified instructor and/or evaluator the performance task requirements for this level. Successfully completed the course modules and passed the knowledge-based examinations.