ASTM Soil Laboratory Technician Level I
ASTM International
Test your knowledge and the ability to properly perform, calculate, and report the results of laboratory procedures for soil, particularly as it pertains to: liquid limit plastic limit and plasticity index of soils field and laboratory determinations of moisture content Proctor compaction in-place determinations of moisture and percent compaction
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
$250 USD - this fee includes both the written exam and the performance evaluation
Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- Hands-onPerform liquid limit tests on soil samples following ASTM standard procedures in a laboratory setting.Developing
- Hands-onExecute plastic limit and plasticity index determinations using calibrated equipment according to ASTM testing protocols.Developing
- Hands-onPerform field moisture content determinations using appropriate sampling techniques and equipment.Developing
- Hands-onOperate laboratory equipment for moisture content analysis following standard procedures to ensure accurate results.Developing
- Hands-onExecute Proctor compaction tests using standard and modified methods in accordance with ASTM specifications.Developing
- Hands-onPerform in-place density and moisture determinations in field conditions to assess percent compaction.Developing
- KnowledgeCalculate soil testing parameters and indices from laboratory data using standard formulas and procedures.Developing
- KnowledgeCompute percent compaction values comparing field density measurements to laboratory maximum density.Developing
- KnowledgePrepare accurate laboratory test reports documenting procedures, calculations, and results according to ASTM standards.Developing
- KnowledgeIdentify proper ASTM testing procedures for soil classification based on soil type and project requirements.Emerging
Skills developed through this program
- Perform and report laboratory procedures for determining liquid limit of soil samples
- Calculate and report plastic limit and plasticity index of soil samples
- Determine and report moisture content of soils using field and laboratory methods
- Perform and report Proctor compaction tests on soil samples
- Determine and report in-place moisture content and percent compaction of soils
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
Test your knowledge and the ability to properly perform, calculate, and report the results of laboratory procedures for soil, particularly as it pertains to: liquid limit plastic limit and plasticity index of soils field and laboratory determinations of moisture content Proctor compaction in-place determinations of moisture and percent compaction
What you need to earn this credential
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