Roads & Asphalt

The Online Asphalt Training Course, led by Tutor Jeff Farrington, covers various aspects of asphalt technology and road maintenance. The course aims to educate participants on why asphalt roads fail, basic technology, surface treatments, and more. Part A focuses on topics like warm asphalts, surface courses, and overlaying concrete, while Part B delves into dealing with tar, recycled asphalt, and the use of asphalt in SUDS. The course is delivered online over two mornings, with additional support via email.

The Online Asphalt Training course is designed for individuals working in civil engineering or building sites, focusing on those with little to no experience in asphalt work. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of asphalt use, selection, problem identification, and resolution on-site. The course covers various aspects such as asphalt technology, production, quality control, site preparation, paving, compaction, and testing. Upon completion, delegates will be equipped to ensure durable and high-quality asphalt works. The course includes a free one-year email service for asphalt queries.

The Pavement Design Training course provides an essential introduction to the Design Manual for Roads & Bridges (DMRB) standards in the UK. It focuses on the latest revisions of key standards, covering traffic assessment, pavement foundations, construction, and surface materials. The course aims to equip civil, highway, pavement, and transportation engineers with the knowledge and confidence to undertake pavement designs effectively. Led by an expert in asphalt and pavement engineering, the one-day training session covers principles of pavement design, asphalt technology, traffic loading assessment, foundation design, and material selection for highway pavements.

An Overview of Asphalt Specifications, Laying Techniques, use of Modifiers (Including Plastic Waste) and Recycled Materials

The Asphalt Training course is designed for individuals in civil engineering or building roles, including young graduates with limited asphalt experience. It covers various aspects of asphalt use, from motorways to car parks, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of asphalt factors and selection. Participants learn to identify and resolve site issues efficiently to ensure durable asphalt works. The course includes modules on asphalt technology, production, quality control, site preparation, paving, and testing. Upon completion, delegates can deliver long-lasting asphalt works. Additionally, delegates receive a one-year email support service for asphalt queries.

Highway Maintenance Training is designed for new entrants and experienced highways staff to learn cost-effective maintenance practices. The course includes lectures, group exercises, and post-course presentations covering topics like asphalt deterioration, road surface decay, and skid resistance. Led by industry veteran Jeff Farrington, the course aims to equip delegates with practical knowledge for maintaining road networks efficiently. Delegates receive online access to the lecturer for additional guidance. The course runs from 9.30 am to 5 pm with breaks.

The Best Practice Asphalt Training course is designed for personnel involved in asphalt road construction and maintenance. The course covers topics such as asphalt technology, road failure prevention, surface course selection, maintenance options, production and transport of asphalts, site preparation, compaction, and testing. Experienced delegates update their knowledge, while less experienced participants learn about asphalt technology and best practices. The course runs from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm with breaks and lunch included. Participants receive two years of free email asphalt advice from the lecturer.

The Asphalt Training course focuses on educating consultants, term maintenance contractors, and LA staff on various aspects of asphalt for highways and paved areas. The course covers topics such as asphalt production, storage, transport, selection of optimum asphalts, durable overlays, dealing with tar in roads, and proper laying and compaction techniques. Participants will learn to select the right asphalts for different pavement layers, understand the importance of modified bitumens, and recognize good and bad site practices to ensure the longevity of asphalt pavements.