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Roadway Technician Level 1

National Center for Asphalt Technology at Auburn University

Course

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The objective is to give entry-level technicians a basic understanding of asphalt paving projects with limited coverage specifications, calculations, and best practices for quality pavements.

Cost

Registration fee: $550/student Written retake fee: $175/studentShow moreShow less

Format

In-Person

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Registration Applicants must have a minimum of 3 months' work experience in current classification and hold a current Radiation Safety certification to register for this course. Click here for current dates, fees, and to register and pay online. Overview This one-and-a-half-day course consists of classroom instruction. The objective is to give entry-level technicians a basic understanding of asphalt paving projects with limited coverage specifications, calculations, and best practices for quality pavements. Topics covered include: Basic road construction safety, plan reading Asphalt paving best practices Importance of density Identification and causes of segregation Use of nuclear (or non-nuclear) density gauge Completion of the Radiation Safety course is a prerequisite.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Knowledge of Basic Road Construction Safety and Plan Reading
  • Apply Asphalt Paving Best Practices During Pavement Construction
  • Knowledge of Importance of Density In Asphalt Pavement Quality
  • Identify Causes of Segregation In Asphalt Paving Operations
  • Operate Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Density Gauges In Field Testing
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators47-2071.00
  • Highway Maintenance Workers47-4051.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

  • Paving machine startup sequence — execute under direct supervision by engaging clutch and moving levers to guide equipment along marked forms on a supervised job site.
  • Hopper and tank filling — load asphalt or other paving materials into machine hoppers following crew leader instructions on an active paving crew.
  • Equipment controls — identify and operate basic levers and switches under close oversight to maintain a steady material flow during initial training shifts.
  • Paving material distribution — observe spread patterns and flag low spots for experienced crew members to address during routine resurfacing work.
  • Hand tools and basic maintenance supplies — assist in cleaning and lubricating machine components under direct guidance at the end of each shift.
  • Equipment setup procedures — support senior operators in assembling and positioning paving equipment at the start of a job site assignment.
  • Truck dumping coordination — follow verbal signals from a lead operator to position dump trucks for consistent material delivery into the paver hopper.
  • Job site safety protocols — apply standard PPE requirements and hazard-awareness practices while working around moving paving equipment.
  • Machine malfunction recognition — identify and immediately report unusual sounds, vibrations, or control irregularities to a supervisor during equipment operation.
  • Equipment transport basics — assist in driving or loading machines onto truck trailers under direct instruction for short hauls between nearby job sites.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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