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ACI Concrete Lab Testing Technician - Grade I

Course Overview

The ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Grade I certification was designed for technicians that routinely perform ASTM tests for concrete aggregates and cylindrical test specimens in the laboratory. Over a two day period, the twelve standards contained in the certification are reviewed through a combination of classroom discussion, laboratory instruction, and hands-on practice.

Examination

To become certified, students must demonstrate their knowledge of the proper laboratory testing procedures through both written and performance exam.

1. The closed book, written exam contains approximately 100 multiple choice questions. It is divided into twelve sections, each covering an individual ASTM standard. Each section has six to twelve questions. Two hours are allowed to complete the exam.

2. For the performance exam, students are evaluated on their ability to correctly perform all required procedures for each of the ASTM standards.

Note: ASTM D 75 "Standard Practice for Sampling Aggregates" is not included in the performance exam requirements.

Dates and Location

Dates: To Be Announced

The Laboratory Testing Technician - Grade I was developed by ACI to certify experienced technician in the following ASTM concrete and aggregate test methods:

C 617	Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
C 1231	Use of unbonded caps in determination of compressive strength of hardened concrete cylinders
C 39	Test method for compressive strength of cylindrical concrete specimens
D 75	Sampling Aggregates
C 702	Reducing samples of aggregate testing size
C 117	Materials finer the No. 200 sieve in mineral aggregates by washing
C 136	Sieve analysis of fine and coarse aggregates
C 29	Bulk density and voids in aggregates
C 127	Density, relative density, and absorption of coarse aggregate
C 128	Density, relative density, and absorption of fine aggregate
C 566	Total moisture content of aggregate by drying
C 40	Organic impurities in fine aggregates for concrete

Certification is required by ASTM C 94 "Standard Specification of Ready Mixed Concrete" and C 1077 "Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete Aggregates for Use in Construction". Certification assures owners and specifiers that all tests are conducted by qualified laboratory personnel.

Recertification is required every six years.

Fees

Course & Exam

The following fees include textbook, examination, lunch (throughout the course), and refreshment breaks.
Class size is limited to twelve attendees.

$550	MCA Members, ACI-Greater Michigan Chapter Members, and government employees
$850	Non-Members of MCA or ACI-G.M.C.
$300	Full-time students (proof of enrollment required)

Exam Only

The following fees are for students who do not attend the course but elect to take the exam only. The Technician Workbook is not included in the fee but may be purchased separately.

$275	MCA Members, ACI-Greater Michigan Chapter Members, and government employees
$425	Non-Members of MCA or ACI-Greater Michigan Chapter
$150	Full-time students (proof of current, full-time enrollment required)
$150	Workbook

Confirmation letters with directions, hotel information, and textbook will be sent via UPS approximately 2-3 weeks prior to the course.