Relevant experience for advanced subjects is a prerequisite as prescribed by the unit standards. In the event of learners without experience, the minimum requirement is the ability to speak, read and write in English.
General Subjects
Introduction to the basics of the following:
Role of a Civil Engineering Laboratory in Civil Engineering
Role of Materials Testers in Civil Engineering
Operations of a Civil Engineering Laboratory
Basic knowledge of construction
Types and handling of Laboratory apparatus
Importance of correct set-up of apparatus
Importance of calibration
Laboratory safety practise
Measurement methods
Basic properties of soils, gravel, bitumen, asphalt, cement, concrete and aggregate
Sampling theory
Calculation of volumes, densities etc.
Introduction to Geology
Basic Quality Assurance
The work place training given to learners develops their skills in the prevailing systems, methods, environment and apparatus on construction sites and commercial laboratories.
Soils & Gravels Subjects
Sampling
Grading analysis and percentage passing the 0,075mm sieve
Calculation of grading modulus
Determination of the particle distribution in soils by means of the Hydrometer
Determination of Atterberg Limits (LL, PL &PI)
Determination of the linear shrinkage
Determination of the moisture density relationship
Determination of the CBR of treated and untreated materials
Determination of the UCS of treated materials
Determination of the ITS of treated materials
Determination of the wet-dry durability of treated materials
Rapid curing of treated materials
Determination of the moisture content
Determination of the field density by nuclear method
Determination of the field density by sand replacement method
