Basic Road Construction Principles
Road Layers, Storm Water Drainage and Road Maintenance
3 Day Training
Locations: Grayston Ridge Office Park, Sandton
Platform: Available In-Class / Online
Price: Available on Request
Course Introduction
This Basic Road Construction Principles training provides foundational knowledge for professional road construction work, and serves as a gateway to further study. It will teach students how to think critically about the selection of materials and construction methods for a variety of road facilities. Additionally, the unit will impart specialised technical and creative skills pertinent to present and future professional practise.
The overview of Road Layers, Storm Water Drainage and Road Maintenance will provide the student with both the practical and theoretical knowledge of the practices, procedures and equipment necessary for road construction.
Course Objectives
By attending this Basic Road Construction Principles training, delegates will be able to understand:
The South African transport network & role-players
Basic terms and words used in road construction.
Various types of layers and their functions.
The binding agents that are most commonly used in the construction industry
The premix asphalt surfacing process
Road construction steps & methods for Gravel and Asphalt roads
Role of road maintenance in the broad context of provision, classification and cost-effective applications
The importance of adequate drainage and the effects on road maintenance
Fundamental safe working practices, identification and use of protective clothing and equipment
Applications and preparations to paint road symbols using a spray gun
Who should attend?
This Basic Road Construction Principles training is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Persons who wish to broaden their knowledge, understanding of aspects of road construction and maintenance
Municipal workers out of various sections who must start to understand road construction & maintenance
Civil Consulting Engineers/Technicians
Contractors
Construction Inspectors and Supervisors
Road Maintenance Supervisors
Relevant Government employees/departments
Training Methodology
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Training Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Road Construction
Role players in Road Construction in South Africa
Types of Road According to Usage
Definition of road pavement structure
Stable sub-layers and subgrade
Adequate water drainage
Bridge construction
The Road Reserve
Road Drainage Concepts
Road Worker Job Description & Function
Module 2: The Road Construction Process & Methods
Road construction Process Overview
Road construction methods, including:
Asphalt road construction
Concrete road construction
Water-bound macadam road construction
Murram road construction
Earth road construction
Gravel road construction
Module 3: Gravel Roads Construction Overview
Preparation of gravel roads
Clearing the pathway for the road
Preparation of roadbed (sub grade)
Construction procedure sub grade preparation
Tipping and treatment of gravel stockpiles along road
Addition of compaction water
Placing of steel side forms (shutters)
Placing of the layer
Compaction of layer
Pave only when ready
Module 4: Asphalt Roads Construction Overview
What is Asphalt?
Asphalt Properties & Uses
General Guidelines for Asphalt Construction
General Equipment for Asphalt Road Construction
Preparation of surface & paving asphalt mixtures
Paver tractor and screed units
Placement of reinforcement
Road Construction Techniques
Construction Staking
Clearing and Grubbing of the Road Construction Area
Compaction
Module 5: Road Maintenance
The objectives of Road Maintenance
Road Maintenance activities: routine, recurrent, periodic & urgent
Road Surface Maintenance
Emergency Storm Response
Methods to repair gravel roads
Types of asphalt road surface distress
Steps for Surface patch repairs for potholes
Detour Roads
Access Roads
Maintenance of Traffic
Module 6: Painting Road Symbols
Types of Road Symbols
Material, Paints and Colour requirements
What is Road Marking paint?
Instructions for applying road markings
Pavement Marking Removal methods
Safety guidelines when painting roads
Module 7: Safety practices for workers
Road construction and Maintenance hazards
Safety Policies & Procedures for road workers
Use of road signs in road construction and maintenance
Flagging guidelines
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