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Qualification Handbook DAO Level 3 Diploma in Construction Materials Technology

QN: 603/0765/1

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Contents

1 Introduction 1.1 About us 1.2 Customer Service Charter 1.3 Centre Support 2 The Qualifications 2.1 Overall Objective for the Qualifications 2.2 Pre-entry Requirements 2.3 Unit Content and Rules of Combination 2.4 Age Restriction 2.5 Opportunities for Progression 2.6 Exemption 2.7 Credit Transfer 2.8 Glossary of terms 3 Centre Requirements 4 Assessment 4.1 Assessors 4.2 Internal Quality Assurance 4.3 Workplace Assessment 4.4 Expert Witnesses 4.5 Use of Languages 4.6 Simulations 4.7 External Quality Assurance 5 Qualification Units

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1 Introduction

1.1 About us

The Defence Awarding Organisation is an awarding organisation that understands the

specific challenges facing the Armed Forces, enabling us to quality assure learning

outcomes that are suited to the needs of this sector.

Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of our organisation and is delivered through an

efficient, customer-led service, providing excellent value for money.

1.2 Customer Service Charter

Our Customer Service Charter outlines the minimum level of service that Centres can

expect. The Charter will be reviewed annually and revised as necessary in response to

customer feedback, changes in legislation, and guidance from the qualifications Regulators.

1.3 Centre Support

The Defence Awarding Organisation works in partnership with its customers. For help or

advice contact:

Business Co-ordinator

Defence Awarding Organisation

Room TF08

Trenchard Building

Defence Academy

Shrivenham

SN6 8LA

Tel: 01793 314187

E-mail: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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2 The Qualification

2.1 Overall Objective for the Qualifications

This handbook relates to the following qualification:

DAO Level 3 Diploma in Construction Materials Technology

This Level 3 Diploma provides the standards that must be achieved by individuals that are

working within the Armed Forces in the role of Class 2 CMT

2.2 Pre-entry Requirements

Entry requirements are detailed in the Course prospectus.

Learners who are taking this qualification should undergo an initial assessment process to

confirm their suitability for this course of study. This is likely to include evidence of

achievement in Mathematics, English and a Science subject to at least Level 2

Learners should have been selected for employment in the Military Engineer (CMT) trade

2.3 Unit Content and Rules of Combination

This qualification is made up of a total of 31 mandatory units and no optional units. To be

awarded this qualification the candidate must achieve a total of 69 credits as shown in the

table below.

Unit

Number

Level Unit of assessment GLH TQT Credit

value

F/615/3460 3 Procedures / Processes applicable to a CMT 18 40 4

J/615/3461 4 Soil geotechnical tasks 30 50 5

L/615/3462 3 Descriptive Classification in-situ 12 20 2

R/615/3463 3 In-situ density testing 12 20 2

Y/615/3464 3 Soil classification tests in the laboratory 18 40 4

D/615/3465 3 Compaction Studies 24 40 4

H/615/3466 3 Determine materials moisture/density

relationship 24 40 4

K/615/3467 3 Measure Soil Strength 30 60 6

M/615/3468 4 Aggregate geotechnical tasks 18 30 3

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T/615/3469 4 Quality control / assessment of natural

aggregates 9 10 1

M/615/3470 3 Assess aggregate quality for track and road

construction 9 10 1

M/615/3471 3 Assess aggregate quality for use in airfield

construction 9 10 1

T/615/3472 4 Concrete geotechnical tasks 15 20 2

A/615/3473 3 Concrete sampling 9 10 1

F/615/3474 3 Quality Control testing on fresh concrete 6 10 1

J/615/3475 3 Quality Control for hardened concrete 3 10 1

D/615/3479 3 Specific Concrete mixes for construction 3 10 1

L/615/3476 4 Pavement materials geotechnical tasks 18 30 3

R/615/3477 3 Quality control for track and road pavement

materials 6 10 1

Y/615/3478 3 Pavement material sampling 6 10 1

M/615/3499 4 Soil Stabilisation tasks 9 10 1

R/615/3480 4 Construction Materials Design 11 20 2

Y/615/3481 3 Stabilised layer tests 9 10 1

D/615/3482 4 Geotechnical tasks investigation 9 20 2

H/615/3483 3 Locating existing construction material 9 20 2

K/615/3484 3 Ground investigation 18 30 3

M/615/3485 3 Field Compaction Trial design 25 40 4

T/615/3486 4 Design pavement materials for tracks, roads and

airfields 6 10 1

A/615/3487 4 Design quality control measures 3 10 1

F/615/3488 4 Plan Site Investigation tasks. 18 30 3

J/615/3489 4 Produce Quality Control Reports 3 10 1

399 690 69

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The detailed content of each of the units are included in Section 5 of this handbook. 2.4 Age Restriction This qualification is available to learners aged 17 years. 2.5 Opportunities for Progression This qualification creates an opportunity to progress to the L5 Diploma in Construction Materials Technology 2.6 Exemption No exemptions have been identified. 2.7 Credit Transfer Credits from identical QCF units that have already been achieved by the learner may be

transferred.

2.8 Glossary

For the purposes of this qualification the definitions below apply.

Advise Consults with; gives advice to; counsels; gives information or notice to;

recommends course of action (particularly applicable to staff and technical

fields); advises a course of action

Analyse Studies parts, elements, or factors of a situation or problem in detail to

determine course of action, solution, or outcome

Assess Determines the importance.

Calculate Determines by mathematical processes, implies highly intricate processes

as against computes, which implies simple arithmetical process and exact

results; forecast consequences or results, as in taking risks

Carry out Takes action on basis of

Classify Places in categories, as personnel, position, supplies

Collate Examines and compare critically to verify arrangement, parts, often to

arrange in order; collates a summary report prepared in separate portions

by several individuals

Communicate Gets in touch with others through letters, messages or orally

Compare Examines for likeness or differences; compares performance against

established standards, action taken as against regulations

Compute Determines by calculation

Conduct Supervises and personally performs work necessary to accomplish the

results desired

Define Determines or sets down the boundaries of, sets down or show the precise

outlines of; determines and states the limits and nature of; describes

exactly; gives the distinguishing characteristics of; states or explains the

meaning of

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Describe Tells or writes about; gives a detailed account of; describes symptoms of a

problem

Design Plans, sketches a pattern or outline for; contrives; designs cards and report

forms

Determine Sets bounds or limits to, comes to a decision concerning, obtains definite

and first-hand knowledge

Establish Makes firm, set out on a firm basis, as in establishing a specific procedure

to be followed

Explain Makes something clear or intelligible; interprets to assure understanding

Formulate Expresses or puts in systematised statement, formulates plans, policies,

procedures

Identify Establishes the identity of, distinguishes or discriminates

Interpret Make out or bring out the meaning of:

List Make a list of; enter in a list

Measure Ascertains the extend, degree, quantity, dimensions or capacity of, by a

standard

Operate Puts into or continues in operation or activity; manages, conducts, carries

out or through; drives, as to operate a vehicle; operates a radio

Outline Summaries more significant features of, or gives preliminary or general

sketch of, as systems, regulations

Prepare Make ready or get ready for

Record Writes, enters, registers for purpose of evidence or reproduction, records

data in a record book

State Say or express, fully or clearly, in speech or writing

Supervise Gives directs orders and instructions followed up by personal observation of

activities of subordinates.

Use Employ, partakes of; exploits

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3 Centre Requirements

Centres offering this qualification must have approval from the Defence Awarding

Organisation.

The assessment centre must:

• ensure that there are sufficient people trained or qualified to assess the number of

learners they anticipate to register and qualify

• provide quality assured training for those people identified as being responsible for

assessing learners

• have quality assurance systems and Internal Quality Assurers in place to ensure that

all assessments are valid, reliable, authentic and sufficient

• provide quality assured assessment that meets the requirements of the Defence

Awarding Organisation for those people identified as being responsible for internal

quality assurance

• ensure that there is a system of standardisation in place to ensure that all

assessments are consistent and fair

• ensure that those undertaking the roles of quality assurance and assessment maintain

their skills, knowledge and competence

• comply with the requirements of the Defence Awarding Organisation and the

qualifications Regulators.

Centres offering this qualification must provide internal quality assurance to ensure

assessment meets all the Defence Awarding Organisation requirements and is standardised

across individual assessors, assessment locations and learners.

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4 Assessment

4.1 Assessors All assessors must: 1. be occupationally competent. This means that each assessor must, according to

current sector practice, be competent in the functions covered by the units they are assessing. They will have gained their occupational competence working within the Defence sector or within an appropriate occupational sector. They are not required to occupy a position in the organisation more senior than that of the Learner they are assessing. However, Centres must be alert to the risks that all such arrangements could present and ensure that sufficient quality controls are in place through the internal quality assurance process to minimise the possibility of collusion between learners and assessors Assessor qualifications (D32/33, A1 and TAQA) are valued qualifications but are not mandatory for this qualification. Assessors must ensure that their practices are in line with the current standards, and are encouraged to qualify to the latest standards

2. be able to demonstrate consistent application of the skills and the current supporting

knowledge and understanding in the context of a recent role directly related to the qualification units they are assessing as a practitioner, trainer or manager

3. be familiar with the qualification units; and must be able to interpret and make

judgements on current working practices and technologies within the area of work 4. maintain their occupational competence by actively engaging in continuous

professional development activities in order to keep up-to-date with developments relating to the changes taking place in the Defence sector. These activities may include those offered by the Awarding Organisation or other relevant providers in the sector

5. Assessors must be appropriately qualified or be able to prove equivalent competence

as specified in the relevant SSC Assessment Strategy 6. Approved Centres will be required to provide the Defence Awarding Organisation with

current evidence of how each assessor meets these requirements; for example certificates of achievement, testimonials, references or any other relevant records.

4.2 Internal Quality Assurance All Internal Quality Assurers must: 1. be occupationally knowledgeable across the range of units for which they are

responsible prior to commencing the role. Due to the risk-critical nature of the work and the legal implications of the assessment process, they must understand the nature and context of the assessors’ work and that of their Learners. This means that they must have worked closely with staff that carry out the functions covered by the qualifications, possibly by training or supervising them, and have sufficient knowledge

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of these functions to be able to offer credible advice on the interpretation of the units. Those conducting internal quality assurance must also sample the assessment process and resolve differences and conflicts on assessment decisions Internal Verification qualifications (D34, V1 TAQA) are valued qualifications but are not mandatory for this qualification. IQAs must ensure that their practices are in line with the current standards, and are encouraged to qualify to the latest standards.

2. understand the content, structure and assessment requirements for the qualification

they are quality assuring 3. maintain their occupational competence by actively engaging in continuous

professional development activities in order to keep up-to-date with developments relating to the changes taking place in the Defence sector. These activities may include those offered by the Defence Awarding Organisation or other relevant providers in the sector

4. be appropriately qualified or be able to prove equivalent competence as specified in

the relevant SSC Assessment Strategy 5. occupy a position in the organisation that gives them the authority and resources to

coordinate the work of assessors, provide authoritative advice, call meetings as appropriate, visit and observe assessment practice, and carry out all the other important roles of internal quality assurance

6. have an appropriate induction to the qualifications that they are quality assuring,

provided to them by the Centre, and have access to ongoing training and updates on current issues relevant to these qualifications. Information on the induction and continuing professional development of carrying out internal quality assurance must be made available to the Awarding Organisation through its external quality assurance process

7. Staff may not IQA work that they have assessed themselves

4.3 Workplace Assessment The Defence Awarding Organisation believes that direct observation by a competent assessor (as outlined above) or testimony from an Expert Witness is always preferable. Expert Witness testimony has parity with assessor observation unless otherwise stated in unit evidence requirements. The assessor is responsible for making the final judgement in terms of the Learner meeting the evidence requirements for the unit. The Defence Awarding Organisation recognise that there are alternative evidence sources which may be used where direct observation is not possible or practical, e.g. work products, records, reflective accounts, professional discussion etc. In order to ensure that the evidence used to assess Learners is valid, all Centres must demonstrate that Learners have access to the types of resources commonly in use in the sector and that the pressures and constraints of the workplace are reflected. It is accepted that the assessment of some knowledge and understanding may take place in a different environment, for example in a training and development centre or another

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environment, which is not the immediate workplace. However, the assessment of this knowledge and understanding should be linked directly to workplace performance and should include performance evidence. 4.4 The Expert Witnesses When using Expert Witnesses as a source of evidence, Expert Witnesses must: 1. be occupationally competent. This means that each Expert Witness must, according

to current sector practice, be competent in the functions covered by the units to which they are contributing. They will have gained their occupational competence working within the Defence sector or within an appropriate occupational sector

2. be able to demonstrate consistent application of the skills and the current supporting knowledge and understanding in the context of a recent role directly related to the qualification unit that they are witnessing as a practitioner, trainer or manager

3. be familiar with the qualification unit; and must be able to interpret current working practices and technologies within the area of work.

4.5 Use of languages The Defence Awarding Organisation conducts its business activities in English and the qualification handbook for these qualifications is provided in English. The Defence Awarding Organisation policy on the use of languages (Welsh and Irish) is available on the website. The Defence Awarding Organisation will provide assessment materials and qualification handbooks expressed in English. If there is sufficient demand; in Wales materials will be provided in English and Welsh or Welsh. In Northern Ireland assessment materials will be provided in English and Irish. For vocational qualifications the Defence Awarding Organisation will support the assessment of Learners in Irish or Welsh provided that sufficient notice is given to ensure that an assessment in a language other than English is comparable. The Defence Awarding Organisation carries out its business activities in English and may employ the services of a translator for quality assurance purposes. Reasonable adjustments may be made by carrying out the assessment in British or Irish Sign Language. The qualification handbooks for this qualification are currently available in English. 4.6 Simulations Assessment in a simulated environment should only be used in the following circumstances: 1. where evidence in the workplace will not be demonstrated within an acceptable time

frame 2. where the nature of the work activity presents high risk or danger to the Learner and

others, for example, personal safety. Simulations must be agreed between the Defence Awarding Organisation and the Centre contact from the Assessment Centre prior to use. All simulations should follow these basic principles:

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1. a Centre’s overall strategy for simulation must be agreed and approved by the Defence Awarding Organisation

2. the nature of the contingency and the physical environment for the simulation must be

realistic and Learners should be given no indication as to exactly what contingencies they may come across

3. where simulations are used they must reflect the requirements of the qualification units 4. the location and environment of simulation must be agreed between the Defence

Awarding Organisation and the Centre contact prior to it taking place 5. all simulations must be planned, developed and documented by the Centre in a way

that ensures the simulation correctly reflects what the specific qualification unit seeks to assess and all simulations should follow these documented plans

6. There should be a range of simulations to cover the same aspect of a unit so that the

risk of Learners successfully colluding is reduced. 4.7 External Quality Assurance The monitoring and standardisation of assessment decisions will be achieved by robust and

strong Centre monitoring and quality assurance according to the Defence Awarding

Organisation requirements.

The mechanisms required to achieve these requirements are outlined in Ofqual’s

‘Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework’. In addition to the

Regulator’s requirements, the Defence Awarding Organisation will evaluate all external

quality assurance reports and other data relating to the Centre and any risks relating to

quality control will be identified and addressed.

External quality assurers (EQA) will be appointed by the Defence Awarding Organisation to

approve centres and to monitor the assessment and internal quality assurance carried out by

centres. External quality assurance is carried out to ensure that there is validity, reliability

and good practice in centres. To carry out their quality assurance role, quality assurance

staff must have appropriate occupational and verifying knowledge and expertise. The

Defence Awarding Organisation quality assurance staff will attend training and development

designed to keep them up-to-date, to facilitate standardisation between staff and share good

practice.

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5 Qualification Units

URN: F/615/3460

Title: Procedures/Processes applicable to a CMT

Level: 3

Credit value: 4

Guided Learning Hours 18

TQT 40

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. State the statutory publications applicable to the task

1.1 Explain the purpose of health and safety regulations

2. State safe working practices

2.1 Explain the safe working practices while sampling cement

bound materials

2.2 Explain the safe working practices while sampling soil

2.3 Explain the safety precautions for site safety

2.4 Explain the safety precautions for working safely in the

laboratory

3. State the current legislation, regulations, standards and instructions applicable to the testing of materials

3.1 Explain the parts of BS EN 196: Methods of Testing

Cement Parts

3.2 Explain the parts of BS EN 1377: Explain the parts

Methods of Tests for Soil and Civil Engineering

3.3 Explain the parts of BS EN 993/996: Testing Aggregates

3.4 Explain the parts of BS 5930: Ground investigation

Additional information about the unit

Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to state the

procedures and processes applicable to a CMT safely to the relevant

national and international standards.

Unit expiry date 2 Years

Details of the

relationship between

the unit and relevant

national occupational

standards (if

appropriate)

This unit has some synergy with the following NOS

COSVR641 Conform to general workplace health, safety and welfare

SEMLAB2_01 Maintaining health and safety in a laboratory

environment

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Details of the


the unit and other

standards or curricula (if

appropriate)

This unit maps to the Military Engineer (Construction Materials

Technician) 0-2 Course

Assessment

requirements specified

by a sector or regulatory

body (if appropriate)

This unit requires the assessment of occupational competence under

realistic conditions wherever practicable. For the knowledge and

understanding component of the unit, assessment from a learning and

development environment is allowed.

Endorsement of the unit

by a sector or other

appropriate body (if

required)

This unit is endorsed by CITB.

Location of the unit

within the subject/sector

classification system

N/A

Name of the

organisation submitting

the unit


Availability for use Restricted

Availability for delivery N/A

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URN: J/615/3461

Title: Soil geotechnical tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 5


TQT 50

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Descriptively classify soil engineering characteristics

1.1 Explain the safety requirements for general material testing

1.2 Explain the safety requirements for laboratory testing

1.3 Explain the identification of soil engineering characteristics

from soil samples

1.4 Advise engineers on the application of soil engineering

characteristics

1.5 Describe the formation of soils

1.6 Interpret and record different soil formations

1.7 Descriptively classify different soils and their engineering

properties

1.8 Interpret and record different soil types

1.9 State engineering soil terminology

1.10 Analyse and evaluate engineering characteristics for use

as fill material

1.11 Analyse and evaluate potential uses for soils

2. Explain the tests which can be applied to soils

2.1 Explain soil classification tests

2.2 Explain the purpose of unconfined compressive strength

testing

2.3 Explain the tests used to carry out density testing

3 Prepare and assemble test equipment

3.1 Prepare and assemble the laboratory test equipment which

can be used for compaction studies

3.2 Prepare and assemble the test equipment which can be used

on site

3.3 Prepare and assemble the equipment required for in-situ

density testing

4 Carry out descriptive classification in-situ

4.1 Classify mass characteristics

4.2 Analyse and record mass characteristics

4.3 Classify sample characteristics

4.4 Analyse and record sample characteristics

4.5 Descriptively classify rock sample characteristics

4.6 Analyse and record rock characteristics

4.7 Explain the geological cycle and weathering

4.8 Identify the types of rocks and their groups

4.9 Explain how to classify rock sample characteristics

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4.10 Record the classification of rock samples characteristics

4.11 Descriptively classify quarry rock visible mass

characteristics

4.12 Analyse and record quarry rock visible mass

characteristics

4.13 Explain the main principles of engineering geology

4.14 State the main structural geology formations

4.15 Explain the proper use of rock rebound hammer

4.16 Analyse and interpret test results

5 Carry out field identification of soil

5.1 Explain how to carry out field identification of soil

5.2 Carry out field identification of soil

5.3 Interpret and record field identification of soil

5.4 Record the field identification of soil

6. Carry out in-situ

density testing

6.1 Explain the fundamentals of density testing

6.2 Operate the core cutter

6.3 Analyse and record details of cores taken

6.4 Operate sand replacement density equipment

6.5 Analyse and interpret density test results

7 Carry out field Unconfined Compressive Strength tests (UCS)

7.1 Explain UCS testing preparation

7.2 Carry out UCS test preparation and confirm test points

7.3 Interpret, analyse and evaluate test results

8. Carry out soil

classification tests

in the laboratory

8.1 Carry out wet and dry sieve analysis tests


8.3 Calculate and record test results in accordance with the

relevant classification systems

8.4 Carry out Liquid and Plastic limits test


8.6 Carry out Particle Density Tests


8.8 Measure soil moisture content


8.10 List the three types of moisture in Soil

8.11 State how soil holds water

8.12 Prepare and assemble PH testing equipment

8.13 Carry out PH testing


8.15 State the types of chemicals in soil

8.16 State when PH affects a construction task

9 Carry out Soil Sampling

9.1 State the types and quality designation of soil samples

9.2 State the source of sample size limitations

9.3 Prepare and assemble sampling equipment

9.4 Package mark samples for proper transportation and

identification

9.5 Analyse and record samples taken

9.6 Describe how to take samples from borehole trial pits

9.7 Analyse strata and log in borehole/trial pit logs

9.8 Describe how to take samples from borrow areas

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10 Produce materials for testing equipment

10.1 Record results in the form of laboratory reports

10.2 Analyse and interpret results

10.3 Design summary sheets

10.4 Use trade software to compile results

11 Maintain quality control testing equipment

11.1 Check equipment

11.2 Store equipment correctly

11.3 Register use of equipment with laboratory equipment

manager

12 Communicate findings

12.1 Interpret geotechnical data

12.2 Collate data and communicate observations,

recommendations and conclusions by written report

12.3 Collate data and communicate observations, recommendations and conclusions by verbal presentation

13 Work safely when carrying out soil and geotechnical tasks

13.1 Comply with applicable Health and Safety regulations

13.2 Carry out risk assessments for geotechnical tasks

13.3 Complete relevant COSHH Assessments

13.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working practice


Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out

geotechnical tasks on soils safely to the relevant national and

international standards. Interpreting and communicating findings to a

varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)


SEMLAB2_01 Maintaining health and safety in a laboratory environment

PROSMD23 Test and report on physical and geotechnical

characteristics

Details of the


the unit and other

standards or curricula

(if appropriate)



Assessment


by a sector or

regulatory body (if

appropriate)





Endorsement of the

unit by a sector or

other appropriate body

(if required)



within the

subject/sector


N/A

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Name of the


the unit




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URN: L/615/3462

Title: Descriptive Classification in-situ

Level: 3

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Classify mass characteristics

1.1 Explain how to classify mass characteristics

1.2 Demonstrate the classification of mass characteristics

1.3 Carry out the classification of mass characteristics

1.4 Record the classification of mass characteristics

2. Classify sample characteristics

2.1 Explain how to classify sample characteristics

2.2 Demonstrate the classification of sample characteristics

2.3 Carry out the classification of sample characteristics

2.4 Record the classification of sample characteristics

3. Descriptively

classify quarry rock

visible mass

characteristics

3.1 Explain the main principles of engineering geology

3.2 State the structural geology formations

3.3 Explain how to classify rock mass characteristics

3.4 Carry out classification of rock mass characteristics

3.5 Record the classification of rock mass characteristics

3.6 Explain how to use the rock rebound hammer

3.7 Carry out the use of the rock rebound hammer

3.8 Record the use of the rock rebound hammer

4. Carry out field

identification of soil

4.1 Explain how to carry out field identification of soil 4.2 Carry out field identification of soil 4.3 Record the field identification of soil

5. Communicate

findings

5.1 Interpret classification data




recommendations and conclusions by verbal presentation

6. Work safely when

carrying out

descriptive

classification of

soils in situ


6.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments





descriptive classification of soils safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.

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Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)



PROMG29 Carry out simple testing operations

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




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URN: R/615/3463

Title: In-situ density testing

Level: 3

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Explain the fundamentals of density testing

1.1 Define in-situ density testing Explain the types and

methods of in-situ density testing

1.2 Explain the advantages and disadvantages of types

and methods

1.3 Explain the sequences of work for density testing

2. Use the core cutter method

2.1 Identify the core cutter

2.2 Explain the calibration of the core cutter

2.3 Explain the purpose of confirming testing points and

the preparation required for the area

2.4 Cut core sample

2.5 Calculate test results

3. Use sand replacement density equipment

3.1 Identify the sand replacement density equipment

3.2 Explain the calibration of the sand replacement

density equipment

3.3 Calibrate the test equipment

3.4 Conduct sand replacement

3.5 Accurately calculate and record test results

4. Use nuclear density meter

4.1 Sate the safety considerations while working with

nuclear density meters

4.2 Explain the purpose of the dosimeter

4.3 State site and equipment safety considerations

4.4 Prepare nuclear density meter for use

4.5 Carry out NDM test procedures

4.6 Calculate and record test results

5. Communicate findings

5.1 Interpret data




recommendations and conclusions by verbal

presentation

6. Work safely when carrying out in situ density testing





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Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out in-situ

density testing safely to the relevant national and international

standards. Interpreting and communicating findings to a varied

audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)



SEMETS3-27 Carrying out radiographic testing activities

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




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URN: Y/615/3464

Title: Soil classification tests in the laboratory

Level: 3

Credit value: 4


TQT 40

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Know how to carry out wet and dry sieve analysis tests

1.1 Identify equipment required for wet and dry sieve

analysis tests

1.2 Identify how to acquire samples for wet and dry sieve

analysis tests

1.3 Identify how to record test results

2. Carry out wet and dry sieve analysis tests

2.1 Identify and assemble equipment

2.2 Prepare equipment for testing

2.3 Prepare laboratory samples

2.4 Carry out wet and dry sieve analysis test procedures

2.5 Calculate and record test results in accordance with the

relevant classification systems

2.6 Explain the British soils classification system

3. Carry out British Standard liquid and plastic limits tests



3.3 Prepare specimens for testing

3.4 Carry out liquid and plastic limit test procedures


4 Carry out particle density tests




4.4 Carry out particle density test procedures


5 Measure soil moisture content

5.1 List the three types of water in soil

5.2 State how soil holds water

5.3 State the short term used to identify the movement of

water in a soil mass

5.4 Identify and assemble moisture content test equipment

5.5 Prepare equipment and specimen for testing

5.6 Carry out moisture content test procedures

5.7 Calculate and record test results.

6 Carry out PH testing

6.1 State the types of chemicals in soil

6.2 State when PH affects construction tasks

6.3 Identify and assemble PH testing equipment

6.4 Prepare PH testing equipment

6.5 Plan and carry out PH tests

6.6 Calculate and report test results

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7 Work safely when carrying out soil classification tests in the laboratory






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out soil

classification tests safely to the relevant national and international

standards.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)

None, may need to check what previous units.

Details of the


the unit and other

standards or curricula

(if appropriate)



Assessment


by a sector or

regulatory body (if

appropriate)





Endorsement of the

unit by a sector or

other appropriate body

(if required)



within the

subject/sector


N/A

Name of the


the unit




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URN: D/615/3465

Title: Compaction Studies

Level: 3

Credit value: 4


TQT 40

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. State the principles of compaction

1.1 Explain the principles of compaction

1.2 State the reasons for moisture/density tests

1.3 Define air voids in soils under engineering terms

2. Carry out BS 2.5kg compaction study

2.1 Explain when to select the BS 2.5kg test

2.2 Identify and assemble test equipment

2.3 Prepare equipment and sample

2.4 Carry out compaction test procedure


3. Carry out BS 4.5kg compaction study




3.4 Carry out particle density test procedures


4. Measure soil moisture content

4.1 Explain when to select the BS 4.5kg test


4.3 Prepare equipment and sample

4.4 Carry out heavy compaction test procedure


5. Carry out BS vibratory compaction study

5.1 Explain when to select the BS vibratory test 5.2 Identify and assemble test equipment 5.3 Prepare equipment and sample 5.4 Carry out vibratory compaction tests 5.5 Calculate and record test results

6. Carry out minimum and maximum density tests

6.1 Identify and assemble test equipment 6.2 Prepare equipment and sample 6.3 Carry out minimum and maximum density tests 6.4 Calculate and record test results.


7.1 Interpret compaction study data

7.2 Collate data and communicate observations, recommendations

and conclusions by written report


8. Work safely when carrying out compaction studies

8.1 Comply with applicable Health and Safety regulations 8.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments




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compaction studies on soils safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


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standards (if

appropriate)



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URN: H/615/3466

Title: Determine materials moisture/density relationship

Level: 3

Credit value: 4


TQT 40

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out Moisture Condition Values (MCV) Tests

1.1 State the reasons for MCV testing

1.2 Formulate a testing plan

1.3 List accreditation considerations effecting testing

1.4 Assemble MCV testing equipment

1.5 Calibrate MCV test equipment


1.7 Carry out MCV testing


2. Carry out Chalk Crushing Values (CCV) tests

2.1 State the reasons for CCV testing


2.3 List accreditation considerations effecting testing

2.4 Assemble CCV testing equipment

2.5 Calibrate CCV test equipment


2.7 Carry out CCV testing


3. Carry out Saturated Moisture Content (SMC) Tests

3.1 State the reasons for SMC testing 3.2 Formulate a testing plan 3.3 List accreditation considerations effecting testing 3.4 Calibrate SMC testing equipment 3.5 Assemble SMC test equipment 3.6 Prepare specimens for testing 3.7 Carry out SMC testing 3.8 Calculate and record test results


4.1 Interpret moisture/density relationship data





5. Work safely when carrying out moisture testing






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out materials

moisture/density relationship of soils safely to the relevant national

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and international standards. Interpreting and communicating findings to

a varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




environment

PROSMD23 Test and report on physical and geotechnical characteristics

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the unit and other


appropriate)



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required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




29

URN: K/615/3467

Title: Measure Soil Strength

Level: 3

Credit value: 6


TQT 60

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out laboratory California Bearing Ratio (CBR) tests

1.1 Identify the CBR assessment method in relation to a

given set of design parameters

1.2 State the reasons for CBR testing


1.4 List accreditation considerations affecting testing

1.5 Identify CBR Test equipment

1.6 Select correct proving ring from range compatible with

expected result


1.8 Carry out laboratory CBR test.


1.10 Interpret the meaning of CBR graph

2. Carry out laboratory Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) tests

2.1 State the reasons for USC testing


2.3 Identify USC testing equipment

2.4 Assemble UCS testing equipment

2.5 Calibrate UCS test equipment


2.7 Carry out UCS testing



3.1 Interpret soil strength data





4. Work safely when measuring soil strength






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out strength

of soils testing safely to the relevant national and international


audience.

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standards (if

appropriate)




environment

PROSMD23 Test and report on physical and geotechnical characteristics

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the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




31

URN: M/615/3468

Title: Aggregate geotechnical tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 3


TQT 30

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Analyse aggregate engineering characteristics

1.1 Explain the identification of aggregate engineering

characteristics

1.2 Analyse types of aggregate for use as low gravel fill

material

1.3 Analyse and interpret aggregate

2 Conduct the tests which can be applied to aggregates

2.1 Conduct the tests to determine physical properties of

aggregates


2.3 Conduct the tests to determine the mechanical

properties of aggregates


2.5 Conduct the tests carried out on manufactured

aggregates


3 Prepare and operate the relevant test equipment

3.1 Prepare and operate aggregate physical properties

testing equipment


3.3 Prepare and operate aggregate mechanical properties

testing equipment


3.5 Prepare and operate the equipment for testing

manufactured aggregates


4 Carry out quality control/assessment of natural aggregates

4.1 Assess aggregate on site

4.2 Analyse and interpret assessed aggregate

4.3 Determine aggregate physical properties

4.4 Record and analyse aggregate physical properties

4.5 Determine aggregate mechanical properties

4.6 Record and analyse aggregate mechanical properties

4.7 Formulate a plan for aggregate testing

5 Carry out control/assessment of natural aggregates

5.1 Carry out natural aggregate sampling

5.2 Define representative sampling

5.3 Explain the labelling of aggregate samples

5.4 Explain sampling techniques used for stockpiles,

transport and production plant

5.5 State how to pack and transport aggregate samples

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5.6 List accreditation considerations affecting the sampling

of aggregates

5.7 Take samples from a stockpile

5.8 Describe how to take samples from aggregate bins

5.9 Describe how to take samples from conveyor belts

5.10 Record and analyse aggregate samples

5.11 Test aggregate samples from existing natural

sources

5.12 State sources of aggregates

5.13 Describe the purpose and processes used at

quarries, gravel and borrow pits

5.14 Describe how to take a sample from river beds,

sand and gravel pits


6 Assess aggregate quality for track and road construction

6.1 Comply with Health and Safety regulations

6.2 Assess and test aggregate quality for use as unbound

and cement bound pavement materials

6.3 Explain what, when and where unbound and cement

bound pavement materials are used

6.4 Define the responsibilities and authority of the CMT on

site

6.5 Explain integral unbound and cement bound

specifications

6.6 Analyse the quality control measures required to assess

unbound and cement bound pavement materials


6.8 Assess and test aggregate quality for use in concrete


6.10 Compare aggregate test results to unbound and

cement bound pavement materials specification

7 Assess aggregate quality for use in airfield construction


7.2 Test aggregate for suitability in airfield pavement quality

concrete

7.3 Outline airfield construction techniques

7.4 Analyse airfield components and structures

7.5 Define the responsibilities and authority of the CMT on

site


7.7 Compare aggregate test results to concreting aggregate

specifications

8 Produce materials for testing report



8.3 Design test pro forma




9.1 Check equipment. 9.2 Store equipment correctly

10 Communicate Findings

10.1 Interpret aggregate geotechnical data



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11 Work safely when carrying out aggregate geotechnical tasks

11.1 Comply with applicable Health and Safety

regulations






geotechnical aggregate tasks safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.

Unit expiry date Normally 5 years, unless you require this to be reviewed for this date?

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standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics

SEMLABS3_22 Using and communicating laboratory information to authorised personnel

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appropriate)



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required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




34

URN: T/615/3469

Title: Quality control/Assessment of natural aggregates

Level: 4

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Assess aggregates on site

1.1 List the methods of assessing aggregate quality on site

1.2 State the sequence of work for assessing quality on site

1.3 List the tests used to assess aggregates

1.4 Identify the equipment required to assess aggregates

State how and where aggregate should be stored

1.5 List the points to be considered in the assessment of

aggregate storage facilities

1.6 Assess aggregate to determine specification

2. Determine aggregate physical properties

2.1 List the physical properties and the bearing these

properties have on the aggregate engineering

characteristics

2.2 Formulate plans for aggregate testing

2.3 Identify test equipment

2.4 Carry out descriptive classification of aggregate types

2.5 Carry out Particle Sized Distribution (PSD) test

2.6 Carry out relative density test

2.7 Carry out flakiness and shape index

2.8 Carry out aggregate bulk density test

2.9 Carry out fine aggregate bulking test

2.10 Carry out aggregate moisture content test

2.11 Carry out water absorption test

3. Determine aggregate mechanical properties

3.1 List the mechanical properties and the bearing these properties have on the aggregate engineering characteristics

3.2 Formulate plans for aggregate testing

3.3 List accreditation considerations affecting testing

3.4 Identify test equipment used to determine aggregate mechanical properties

3.5 Carry out micro deval

3.6 Carry out LA abrasion

3.7 Carry out soundness testing

3.8 Carry out compatibility test

4. Carry out natural aggregate sampling

4.1 Define representative sampling

4.2 Explain sampling techniques used for stockpiles,

transport and production plant

4.3 Explain the labelling of aggregate samples

4.4 State how to pack and transport aggregate samples

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of aggregate

4.6 Take samples form a stockpile

4.7 Describe how to take samples from aggregate bins

4.8 Describe how to take samples from conveyer belts

5. Test aggregate samples from existing natural sources

5.1 State sources of aggregates 5.2 Describe the purpose and processes used at quarries,

gravel and borrow pits 5.3 Describe how to take samples from river beds, sand

and gravel pits 5.4 Test an aggregate sample


6.1 Interpret quality control data 6.2 Collate data and communicate observations,



7. Work safely when assessing aggregate quality for track and road construction

7.1 Comply with applicable Health and Safety regulations 7.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments 7.3 Complete relevant COSHH Assessments 7.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working practice


Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out quality

control/assessment of natural aggregates in the laboratory safely

to the relevant national and international standards. Interpreting and

communicating findings to a varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











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required)




N/A

Name of the


the unit




37

URN: K/615/3470

Title: Assess aggregate quality for track and road construction

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Assess and test aggregate quality for use as unbound and cement bound pavement materials

1.1 Explain what, where and when unbound and cement bound

pavement materials are used

1.2 Define own responsibilities and authority on site

1.3 Explain integral unbound and cement bound specifications

1.4 Identify the quality control measures required to assess

unbound and cement bound pavement materials

1.5 Identify the required control tests to apply during unbound

and cement bound pavement material production

1.6 Compare aggregate test results to unbound and cement

bound pavement material specifications

2. Assess and test aggregate quality for use in concrete

2.1 Compare aggregate test result to concrete specifications


3.1 Interpret data

3.2 Collate data and communicate observations, recommendations and conclusions by written report


4. Work safely when assessing aggregate quality for track and road construction



Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out aggregate

assessment for track and road construction safely to the relevant

national and international standards. Interpreting and communicating

findings to a varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics

38

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




39

URN: M/615/3471

Title: Assess aggregate quality for use in airfield construction

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Test aggregate for suitability in airfield pavement quality concrete


1.2 Outline airfield construction techniques.

1.3 Identify airfield components and structures

1.4 Define own responsibilities and authority on site

1.5 Compare aggregate test results to concreting aggregate

specifications


2.1 Interpret data




3. Work safely when assessing aggregate quality for use in airfield construction

3.1 Comply with health and safety regulations






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out aggregate

assessment for airfield construction safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics

Details of the


the unit and other



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appropriate)

Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




41

URN: T/615/3472

Title: Concrete geotechnical tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Analyse concrete engineering characteristics

1.1 Explain the identification of concrete engineering

characteristics

1.2 Explain the application of concrete engineering

characteristics

1.3 Explain the application of concrete in the construction of

roads

2. Describe the tests which can be applied to concrete

2.1 Describe the workability tests which can be applied to

concrete

2.2 Describe the purpose of the air entrainment meter

3. Operate the relevant test equipment

3.1 Operate the air entrainment meter

3.2 Operate the test equipment for workability

3.3 Analyse and interpret workability test results

3.4 Operate the rebound hammer


3.6 Operate the covermeter


4. Carry out concrete sampling

4.1 Sample fresh concrete

4.2 Define a representative sample

4.3 Explain the sampling techniques used to transport and

production plant

4.4 Analyse condition of sampled fresh concrete

4.5 Operate concrete sampling equipment

4.6 Explain the system of marking fresh concrete samples

4.7 List the considerations when transporting fresh concrete

samples

4.8 List accreditation considerations affecting the sampling of

fresh concrete

4.9 Sample fresh concrete from static mixer

4.10 Sample fresh concrete from a ready-mix

trucks/pumps

4.11 Sample fresh concrete from bucket/skip

4.12 Take concrete core samples

4.13 Analyse condition of sampled fresh concrete

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5. Carry out quality

control testing on fresh

concrete

5.1 Analyse concrete constituents for type and quantity

during site production/delivery

5.2 Check concrete aggregate for type and condition

5.3 Check cement for type plus use

5.4 Check water quality

5.5 Check additive type

5.6 Check mix proportion

5.7 Check mixer condition

5.8 Analyse condition of concrete constituents

5.9 Assess concrete workability (production/delivery)

5.10 Analyse and interpret workability test results

5.11 Explain the purpose of testing the workability of concrete

5.12 Describe site procedures responsibilities and certification

5.13 Carry out slump test 5.14 Carry out concrete flow test 5.15 Carry out concrete compatibility test

5.16 State the types and uses of concrete additives

5.17 Assess concrete additives

5.18 Make concrete cubes cylinders and beams

5.19 Stating the purpose of making concrete cubes, cylinders and beams

5.20 Stating the frequency of production for cubes, beams and cylinders

5.21 Explain the certification and curing procedures 5.22 Make test specimens by hand 5.23 Analyse condition of made cubes, cylinders and

beams

5.24 Carry out quality control of fresh concrete during

placement/laying

5.25 State why quality control of fresh concrete is undertaken during placement

5.26 Explain site procedures and ME (CMT) responsibilities

5.27 Explain how to control placement of concrete into structures and pavement quality concrete

5.28 Carry out quality control measures 5.29 Analyse and interpret quality control testing of fresh

concrete

6. Carry out quality

control for hardened

concrete

6.5 Test Concrete Cubes

6.2 State the purpose of the quality control measures

undertaken on hardened concrete

6.6 Explain the laboratory procedures relating to cube

testing

6.7 Test the concrete cubes for density and compressive

strength


6.9 Test Concrete Cores

6.10 Explain the laboratory procedures relating to core testing

6.11 Test concrete core for density and compressive

strength 6.12 Analyse and interpret test results

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7. Carry out non-destructive testing on hardened concrete

7.1 State the non-destructive testing techniques

7.2 Test the hardened concrete using the rebound hammer


7.4 Test hardened concrete using the covermeter


8 Specify concrete mixes for construction

8.1 Produce volume and weight batched concrete mix design

8.2 Record and analyse produced mix designs

8.3 Produce non-structural concrete

8.4 Explain how to adapt concrete practice techniques to

adverse weather conditions

8.5 Use current concrete practice, methods and equipment to

produce and lay non-structural concrete

8.6 Cure non-structural concrete. 8.7 Record and analyse produced concrete mix

9 Produce materials for testing report





10.1 Check equipment



manager


11.1 Interpret concrete geotechnical data




12 Work safely when carrying out concrete geotechnical tasks







geotechnical concrete tasks safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)



environment

SEMLATA2-15 Carry out sampling operations for scientific or technical

tests


SEMLABS3_22 Using and communicating laboratory information to

authorised personnel

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Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)

This unit is endorsed CITB.




N/A

Name of the


the unit




45

URN: A/615/3473

Title: Concrete sampling

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Sample fresh concrete

1.1 Define a representative sample

1.2 Explain the techniques used to sample from transport

and production plant

1.3 Identify concrete sampling equipment

1.4 Explain the system of marking fresh concrete samples

1.5 List the considerations when transporting fresh concrete

samples


of fresh concrete

1.7 Sample fresh concrete from static mixer

1.8 Sample fresh concrete from a ready-mix trucks/pumps

1.9 Sample fresh concrete from bucket/skip

2. Take concrete core samples

2.1 Explain the procedures/techniques coring operations

2.2 Explain vertical core operations

2.3 Explain horizontal core operations

2.4 Carry out vertical core operations

2.5 Carry out horizontal core operation


3.1 Interpret sampling data.





presentation

4. Work safely when carrying out concrete sampling






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out concrete

sampling safely to the relevant national and international standards.

Interpreting and communicating findings to a varied audience.


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Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




tests

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




47

URN: F/615/3474

Title: Quality Control testing on fresh concrete

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Confirm concrete constituents for type and quantity during site production (production/delivery)

1.1 List the methods of site production of concrete

1.2 Explain good concrete site production practice

1.3 Check concrete aggregate for type and condition

1.4 Check Inspect cement for type plus use

1.5 Check water quality

1.6 Check additive type

1.7 Check mix proportion

1.8 Check mixer condition

2. Assess concrete workability (production/delivery)

2.1 Explain the purpose of testing the workability of

concrete

2.2 Describe site procedures responsibilities and

certification

2.3 Describe workability tests

2.4 Carry out slump test

2.5 Carry out concrete flow test

2.6 Carry out concrete compatibility test

8. Assess concrete with additives (production/delivery)

8.1 State the types and uses of concrete additives

8.2 State the advantages and disadvantages of concrete

additives

8.3 Carry out air entrainment on the concrete

9. Make concrete cubes cylinders and beams

9.1 State the purpose of making concrete cubes, cylinders

and beams

9.2 State the frequency of production of cubes, cylinders

and beams

9.3 Explain the certification and curing procedures

9.4 Make test specimens by hand

10. Carry out quality control of fresh concrete during placement/laying

10.1 State why the quality control of fresh concrete is undertaken during placement

10.2 Explain own site procedures and responsibilities 10.3 Explain the certification requirements 10.4 Explain how to control placement of concrete into

structures 10.5 Explain how to control placement of pavement

quality concrete 10.6 Carry out quality control measures


11.1 Interpret quality control data.

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12. Work safely when carrying out quality control testing on fresh concrete


12.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments 12.3 Complete relevant COSHH Assessments 12.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working practice



control testing on concrete safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the relationship

between the unit and

relevant national

occupational standards (if

appropriate)



SEMLATA2-15 Carry out sampling operations for scientific or

technical tests


Details of the relationship

between the unit and

other standards or

curricula (if appropriate)



Assessment

requirements specified by

a sector or regulatory




understanding component of the unit, assessment from a learning

and development environment is allowed.




required)


Location of the unit within

the subject/sector


N/A

Name of the organisation

submitting the unit




49

URN: J/615/3475

Title: Quality Control for hardened concrete

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Test Concrete cubes

1.1 State the purpose of the quality control measures

undertaken on hardened concrete

1.2 Make a concrete cube

1.3 Explain the laboratory procedures relating to cube testing

1.4 Explain the certification requirements

1.5 Test the cube for density

1.6 Test the cube for compressive strength

2. Test Concrete cores

2.1 Explain the laboratory procedures relating to testing

concrete cores

2.2 Explain the certification requirements

2.3 Test core density

2.4 Test core for compressive strength







4. Work safely when carrying out quality control on hardened concrete







control testing on hardened concrete safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)



environment

PROMG29 Carry out simple testing operations

50

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the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




51

URN: D/615/3479

Title: Specific Concrete mixes for construction

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Produce volume and weight batched concrete mix design

1.1 Design volume and weigh batch concrete mixes

1.2 Calculate the yield of volume and weigh batched concrete

mixes

1.3 Adjust the workability of simple volume and weight

batched concrete

1.4 Produce concreting batching results

1.5 Transfer mixed concrete from mixer to structure/slab

1.6 Place mixed concrete into structure/slab

1.7 Compact mixed concrete when in place

1.8 Finish compacted concrete surface

1.9 Cure concrete structure/slab

1.10 Adjust mix design for moisture

2. Produce non-structural concrete

2.1 Explain how to adapt concrete practice techniques to

advise weather considerations


produce non-structural concrete


lay non-structural concrete

2.4 Cure non-structural concrete

3. Work safely when carrying out Specific Concrete mixes for construction.

3.1 Comply with applicable Health and Safety regulations 3.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments 3.3 Complete relevant COSHH Assessments. 3.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working practice


Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out concrete

mix designs for construction safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the






52

standards (if

appropriate)

MPQPO07 Process materials to specification

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the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




53

URN: L/615/3476

Title: Pavement materials geotechnical tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 3


TQT 30

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Assess the characteristics of pavement materials

1.1 State the components of a road

1.2 State the use and application of unbound

materials

1.3 State the use and application of cement bound

materials

2. Describe the tests which can be applied to pavement materials

2.1 Describe the tests which can be applied to

unbound materials

3. Operate test equipment

3.1 Carry out the tests to correct standards on

cement bound materials


3.3 Carry out the tests relevant to unbound

materials


4. Carry out quality control for track and road pavement materials

4.1 Carry out In-Situ tests on laid pavement materials

4.2 State what in-situ tests are carried out where and when on laid pavement materials

4.3 List the site and safety considerations 4.4 Carry out control testing of machine and hand

spread pavement materials 4.5 State the procedures for spreading pavement

materials 4.6 Carry out quality control check on hand

spread pavement materials 4.7 Analyse and interpret test results

5. Carry out pavement material sampling

5.1 Sample cement bound pavement materials

5.2 Analyse sampled pavement materials

5.3 Define a representative sample of cement

bound pavement materials

5.4 Explain the system for identification of

samples

5.5 List the considerations with regard to

packaging and transportation of samples

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5.6 List accreditation considerations affecting the

sampling of cement bound pavement

materials

5.7 Explain how to sample cement bound

pavement materials on delivery

5.8 Explain how to sample cement bound

pavement materials from the production plant

5.9 Carry out control testing of machine and hand

spread pavement materials


5.11 State the procedure for spreading

pavement materials

5.12 Explain how to assess pavement

materials on delivery

5.13 Explain how to control pavement laying

procedures

5.14 Carry out quality control checks on hand

spread pavement materials

5.15 Analyse and interpret quality control

checks

6 Produce materials for

testing report

6.1 Record results in the form of laboratory

reports




7.1 Check equipment


7.3 Register use of equipment with laboratory

equipment manager


8.1 Interpret pavement materials geotechnical

data


recommendations and conclusions by written

report


9 Work safely when carrying out geotechnical pavement materials tasks


regulations

9.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments.


9.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working

practice



geotechnical tasks on pavement materials safely to the relevant

national and international standards. Interpreting and communicating

findings to a varied audience.


Details of the



55



standards (if

appropriate)


PROSMD23 Test and report on physical and geotechnical characteristics SEMLABS3_22 Using and communicating laboratory information to authorised personnel

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the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




56

URN: R/615/3477

Title: Quality control for track and road pavement materials

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out In-Situ tests on laid pavement materials

1.1 State what in-situ tests are carried out where and

when on laid pavement materials

1.2 List the site and safety considerations

2. Carry out control testing of machine and hand spread pavement materials

2.1 State the procedure for spreading pavement

materials

2.2 Explain how to assess pavement materials on

delivery

2.3 Explain how to control pavement laying

procedures

2.4 Carry out control checks on hand spread

pavement materials





report


4. Work safely when carrying out quality control for track and road pavement materials


regulations






control on track and pavement materials safely to the relevant national

and international standards. Interpreting and communicating findings to

a varied audience.


Details of the






57

standards (if

appropriate)


characteristics

Details of the


the unit and other


appropriate)



Assessment











required)





N/A

Name of the


the unit




58

URN: Y/615/3478

Title: Pavement material sampling

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Sample cement bound pavement materials

1.1 Define a representative sample of cement bound pavement

materials

1.2 Identify sampling equipment used with bound pavement

materials

1.3 Explain the systems for identification of samples

1.4 List the considerations with regard packaging and

transportation of samples

1.5 List accreditation considerations effecting the sampling of

cement bound pavement materials

1.6 Explain how to sample cement bound pavement materials

on delivery

1.7 Explain how to sample cement bound pavement materials

from the production plant

2. Sample unbound pavement materials

2.1 Define a representative sample of unbound pavement

material

2.2 Identify sampling equipment used with unbound pavement

materials

2.3 Explain the system for identification of samples

2.4 List the considerations with regard to packaging and

transportation of samples

2.5 List accreditation considerations effecting the sampling of

unbound pavement materials

2.6 Explain how to sample unbound pavement materials on

delivery

2.7 Explain how to sample unbound pavement materials from

the production plant

2.8 Sample unbound pavement materials

3. Communicate Findings

3.1 Interpret sampling data.



4. Work safely when carrying out pavement material sampling





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Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out pavement

material sampling safely to the relevant national and international


audience.


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URN: M/615/3499

Title: Soil Stabilisation tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Describe the purpose of stabilisation

1.1 Explain the purpose of stabilisation

1.2 Explain what is meant by mechanical stabilisations,

where it is used and how it is undertaken

1.3 Explain what is meant by cement stabilisations, where it

is used and how it is undertaken

1.4 Explain what is meant by lime stabilisations, where it is

used and how it is undertaken

1.5 Explain the use of applications of geotextiles for

stabilisation during the construction of roads

2. Carry out in-situ stabilized layer tests

2.1 Carry out laboratory tests on stabilised material


2.3 List the quality control checks during stabilisation

2.4 State the sequence of stabilisation work

2.5 Prepare test samples

2.6 Analyse and interpret test sample

2.7 Carry out test procedures for stabilisation tests


2.9 Explain the use of and application of geotextiles for drainage or earthwork constructions

3 Carry out stabilisation task sampling

3.1 Sample stabiliser for rate of spread

3.2 Analyse and interpret sample taken

4 Produce materials for test report



4.3 Use software to compile results


5.1 Check equipment.

5.2 Store equipment correctly.


manager

.

6 Communicate findings

6.1 Interpret soil stabilisation data




7 Work safely when carrying



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stabilisation geotechnical tasks




Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out soil

stabilisation tasks safely to the relevant national and international


audience.


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standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics

SEMLABS4_06 Writing laboratory technical reports

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URN: R/615/3480

Title: Construction Materials Design

Level: 4

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out compaction studies for construction of tracks, roads, airfields and earthworks

1.1 Determine compaction design data

1.2 Explain the methods to conduct field compaction trials

1.3 Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the methods.

1.4 Identify types of compaction plant/equipment

1.5 Establish design parameters

1.6 Establish Compaction standard

1.7 Conduct field compaction trial

1.8 Analyse field compaction trial results

1.9 Report field compaction trial results

2. Design pavement materials for tracks, roads and airfields

2.1 Design cement bound pavement materials

2.2 Design unbound pavement materials

2.3 Carry out mix design studies for cement bound pavement

materials and wet lean concrete

2.4 Carry out mix design studies on wet and dry bound

materials


3.1 Interpret data





4. Work safely when carrying stabilisation geotechnical tasks







construction materials design safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


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No NOS with sufficient relevance found

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standards (if

appropriate)

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the unit and other


appropriate)



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required)





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URN: Y/615/3481

Title: Stabilised layer tests

Level: 3

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out laboratory tests on mechanical stabilised material

1.1 List the quality control checks in mechanical stabilisation

1.2 State the sequence of mechanical stabilisation work

1.3 List test equipment requirements

1.4 Prepare test samples

1.5 Carry out test procedures


1.7 Dispose of and/archive test samples

2. Carry our laboratory tests on cement stabilised material

2.1 List the quality control checks during cement stabilisation

2.2 State the sequence of cement stabilisation work

3. Carry out laboratory tests on lime stabilised material

3.1 List the quality control checks during lime stabilisation

3.2 State the sequence of lime stabilisation work

3.3 List test equipment required for carrying out tests on lime

stabilised material

4. Carry out laboratory tests on non-standard stabilised material

4.1 Explain the use of and application geotextiles for

earthworks construction

4.2 Explain the use of and application of geotextiles for

drainage

4.3 Explain non-standard stabilisation, where it is used and

how it is undertaken to include wet sand mix


5.1 Interpret data




6. Work safely when carrying out in-situ stabilised layer tests



Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out stabilised

layer tests safely to the relevant national and international standards.

Interpreting and communicating findings to a varied audience.


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standards (if

appropriate)



environment

SEMLATA3-12 Measuring, weighing and preparing compounds and solutions for laboratory use


characteristics

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66

URN: D/615/3482

Title: Geotechnical tasks investigation

Level: 4

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. State the procedures/process to be carried out during a site investigation

1.1 Explain the procedure/processes to be carried

out during a site and ground investigation

2. Identify existing construction material locations

2.1 Locate construction materials using maps

2.2 Analyse and interpret data from maps

2.3 Assess material in a quarry

2.4 Analyse and interpret assessed material

2.5 Explain how to gain access to quarries

2.6 State own responsibilities and authority in

quarries

2.7 Explain how to assess quarry construction

material output

2.8 Assess material in a borrow pit

2.9 Analyse and interpret assessed material

2.10 State own responsibilities and authority in

borrow pits

2.11 Explain how to assess borrow pit

construction material quality and output

2.12 Interpret local topography to assess

probable ground conditions and material

locations.

2.13 Analyse and interpret topography

2.14 Produce sketched site plans

2.15 Analyse and interpret site during site

walkover

2.16 Introduction to engineering surveys

2.17 Take bearings with a prismatic compass in

degrees

2.18 Measure distances using steel band type

to unit standards reference tape

2.19 Locate and plot site detail by chain and

offset

2.20 Measure distances between two points

electronically


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3. Carry out ground investigation

3.1 Dig trial pits 3.2 Record and analyse soil strata shown in trial

pit

3.3 Explain how and why Trial pits are dug 3.4 Take Samples from trial pits 3.5 Analyse sampled materials taken from trial

pits

3.6 Determine in-situ California Bearing Ratio (CBR)

3.7 Analyse and interpret CBR values taken

3.8 State the reason for carrying out in-situ CBR tests

3.9 Drill Boreholes by hand 3.10 Record and analyse strata encountered 3.11 State the reason for drilling boreholes by

hand 3.12 Take Borehole samples 3.13 Analyse sampled materials taken from

boreholes

3.14 Establish design values for foundations 3.15 State the reasons obtaining in-situ shear

vane values

3.16 List the type of in-situ shear vanes

3.17 Operate and assemble in-situ shear vanes

3.18 Prepare test area and equipment

3.19 Conduct in-situ shear vane testing


4. Communicate Findings

4.1 Interpret geotechnical data



report


5. Work safely when carrying out geotechnical investigation tasks


5.2 Carry out relevant risk assessments 5.3 Complete relevant COSHH Assessments 5.4 Supervise others ensuring safe working

practice



geotechnical investigation tasks to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




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standards (if

appropriate)


characteristics

SEMLABS4_06 Writing laboratory technical reports

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the unit




69

URN: H/615/3483

Title: Locating existing construction material

Level: 3

Credit value: 2


TQT 20

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Locate construction materials using maps

1.1 Use ordinance survey maps and geological maps to

locate construction materials

1.2 Identify possible locations of construction materials using

topographical and geographical interpretation techniques

2. Describe how to assess material in a quarry

2.1 Explain how to assess material in a quarry

2.2 Explain how to gain access to civilian and military access

2.3 State the responsibilities and authority of CMT in quarries

2.4 Explain how to access quarry construction material output

3. Describe how to assess material in project borrow pit

3.1 Explain how to assess material in a borrow pit

3.2 State own responsibilities and authority

3.3 Explain how to assess borrow pit construction material

output

3.4 Explain how to assess borrow pit construction material

quality

4. Interpret local topography to assess probable ground conditions and materials locations

4.1 Identify topographical indications to probable material

deposits

4.2 Explain how to access and use local inhabitants’

knowledge

4.3 Walk and assess proposed alignment

4.4 Identify possible construction material deposits

5. Produced sketched site plans

5.1 Use engineering survey techniques

5.2 Take bearings with a prismatic compass in degrees

5.3 Measure distance using steel band type to unit standards

reference tape

5.4 Locate site detail by chain and offset

5.5 Plot site detail by chain and offset

5.6 Measure distances between two points electronically



6.1 Interpret data




7. Work safely when identifying existing construction materials locations


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Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to identify existing

construction materials locations safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)



COSCPO05 Contribute to the surveying of sites in engineering

surveying operations

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71

URN: K/615/3484

Title: Ground investigation

Level: 3

Credit value: 3


TQT 30

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Take samples for construction purposes

1.1 Collect Sample of water from natural sources

1.2 Collect Sample of water from storage tanks

2. Dig trial pits 2.1 Comply with Health and Safety regulations

2.2 Explain how and why trial pits are excavated

2.3 Excavate trial pits in accordance with current British

Standards (BS)

2.4 Compile trail log and record

2.5 Reinstate trial pit

2.6 Carry out equipment husbandry

3. Take samples from trial pits

3.1 Take undisturbed trial put samples 3.2 Take disturbed trial pit samples

4. Determine in-situ California Bearing Ratio (CBR)

4.1 State the reasons for carrying out in-situ CBR tests


4.3 Prepare are and equipment for testing

4.4 Conduct CBR test


5. Drill boreholes by hand

5.1 State the reasons for drilling boreholes by hand 5.2 Identify and prepare drilling equipment 5.3 Prepare ground for drilling 5.4 Excavate borehole 5.5 Record test results in the form of a driller’s log

6. Take borehole samples

6.1 Comply with Health and Safety regulations 6.2 Take undisturbed hand auger boreholes 6.3 Take disturbed hand auger borehole samples

7. Establish design values for foundations

7.1 Use soil assessment cone penetrometer 7.2 State the reasons for obtaining in-situ shear vane values 7.3 List the types of in-situ shear vanes 7.4 Identify and assemble in-situ shear vane test equipment 7.5 Prepare test area and equipment 7.6 Conduct in-situ shear vane testing 7.7 Accurately calculate and record test results


8.1 Interpret ground investigation data.




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9. Work safely when carrying out ground investigation tasks



Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out ground

investigation tasks safely to the relevant national and international


audience.


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standards (if

appropriate)




characteristics



tests

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the unit and other


appropriate)



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N/A

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73

URN: M/615/3485

Title: Field Compaction Trial design

Level: 3

Credit value: 4


TQT 40

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Determine compaction design data

1.1 Explain the methods to conduct field compaction trials

1.2 Explain advantages and disadvantages of the methods

1.3 Introduction to types of compaction plant/equipment


1.5 Establish compaction standard

2. Carry out field compaction trials

2.1 Conduct field compaction trials


3.1 Interpret construction materials design data




4 Work safely when carrying out construction materials design




construction materials design tasks safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


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standards (if

appropriate)

No relevant NOS found

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the unit and other


appropriate)



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Assessment











required)





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Name of the


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75

URN: T/615/3486

Title: Design pavement materials for tracks, roads and airfields

Level: 4

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Design cement bound pavement materials

1.1 Define the four Cement Bound Materials (CBM)

1.2 State the advantages and disadvantages of using cement

bound material


1.4 Select type of cement bound material to suit design

application

1.5 Design CBM mix to meet strength designation

1.6 Define the four wet lean concretes

1.7 State the advantages and disadvantages of using wet lean

concrete

1.8 Establish design parameters.

1.9 Select wet lean type to suit project application

1.10 Design wet lean mix to meet strength

2. Design unbound pavement materials

2.1 Define wet bound (mix) macadam’s

2.2 State the advantages and disadvantages of using wet

bound (mix) macadam’s

2.3 Define dry bound macadam’s.

2.4 State the advantages and disadvantages of using dry

bound macadam’s

2.5 Define type 1 and type 2 materials

2.6 Establish suitability of type 1 or 2 materials for a given

design situation

2.7 Design unbound pavement materials

3. Carry out mix design studies for cement bound pavement materials and wet lean concrete

3.1 State the methods of mix design study



3.4 Operate and assemble design study equipment

3.5 Prepare design study specimens

3.6 Test design study specimens


4. Carry out mix designs studies on wet and dry bound materials


4.2 State the methods of mix design study




4.6 Prepare design study specimens

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4.7 Test design study specimens



5.1 Interpret data





6. Work safely when designing pavement materials for tracks, roads and airfields







materials design for use in tracks, roads and airfields safely to the

relevant national and international standards. Interpreting and



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standards (if

appropriate)

No relevant NOS found

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77

URN: A/615/3487

Title: Design Quality Control measures

Level: 4

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Produce a quality control plan for soils

1.1 Calculate the level of quality control required for

particular tasks

1.2 Explain the quality control tests to be used

1.3 Determine the frequency of quality control testing

1.4 Formulate a quality control test

1.5 Produce a laboratory testing programme

2. Produce a quality control plan for neutral and manufactured aggregates

2.1 Evaluate the degree of quality control required for

specific tasks

2.2 Determine which quality control tests to be used

2.3 Determine the frequency of quality control testing

2.4 Formulate a quality control testing schedule

2.5 Design a quality control testing specification

3 Produce a quality control plan for non-structural concrete

3.1 Evaluate the level of quality control required for particular tasks

3.2 Explain the quality control tests to be used 3.3 Determine the frequency of quality control testing 3.4 Formulate a quality control testing schedule 3.5 Design a quality control testing specification

4 Produce a quality control plan for production, transportation, laying, curing and aftercare for pavement materials



5 Plan quality control programme for pavement materials



6 Work safely when planning quality control measures




materials design for use in tracks, roads and airfields safely to the

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relevant national and international standards. Interpreting and



Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)


COSVR709 Control work against agreed quality standards

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N/A

Name of the


the unit




79

URN: F/615/3488

Title: Plan Site Investigation tasks

Level: 4

Credit value: 3


TQT 30

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Carry out initial and detailed recce of site

1.1 Carry out a desk study

1.2 Carry out recce

1.3 Analyse ground in a site walkover during initial recce

1.4 Explain how to carry out an initial and detailed recce of

existing quarry/borrow pit sites

2. Interpret construction engineering drawings

2.1 Explain a horizontal construction engineering drawing

3. Plan a minor hand auger/trial pit ground investigation task

3.1 Assess ground investigation task directive

3.2 Analyse and interpret ground investigation

3.3 Select ground investigation task

3.4 Produce an application for a method of ground

investigation

4. Produce mix design studies for cement bound pavement materials

4.1 Establish pavement materials type


4.3 Calculate mix proportions

4.4 Analyse and interpret mix proportions

4.5 Produce mix design study plan

5. Produce mix design studies for unbound pavement materials

5.1 Establish pavement material type


5.3 Calculate mix proportions

5.4 Analyse and interpret mix proportions

5.5 Produce mix design study plan

5.6 Analyse and interpret mix design plans

6. Produce a plan for field compaction trials

6.1 Establish the scope of the trial

6.2 Establish the trial material type

6.3 Establish the availability and capability of compaction

equipment

6.4 Select suitable trail compaction equipment

6.5 Write the compaction trial specification


7.1 Interpret site investigation data



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presentation

8. Work safely when planning site investigation tasks






Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to carry out planning

of site investigation tasks safely to the relevant national and


varied audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)




SEMLATA4-06 Write scientific or technical reports for workplace

activities

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required)





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Name of the


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81

URN: J/615/3489

Title: Produce Quality Control Reports

Level: 4

Credit value: 1


TQT 10

Learning outcomes

The learner will:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1. Produce quality control test programmes

1.1 Select a suitable programme format for a given task

1.2 Select relevant test for inclusion into the programme

1.3 Compile a draft report

1.4 Produce a programme using current IT software

2. Maintain records to achieve economy and consistency

2.1 Accurately maintain a testing result record

2.2 Produce quality control results in a logical tabulated format

3. Maintain a sample register

3.1 List the information to be recorded in the sample register

3.2 Describe the format of the register

3.3 State the reasons for maintaining a sample register

3 Write reports on the quality of material

3.1 Describe the reports format

3.2 List typical report contents

3.3 Explain the factors to be considered when writing

conclusions and recommendations

3.4 Produce a report using current IT equipment and software

4 Write a report on mix design

5.1 Compile and prepare technical data in the form of a concrete design report

5 Write report on compaction study results

5.1 Compile and prepare the following technical data in the form of a compaction study report


Unit aim(s) Upon completion of this unit learners will be able to produce quality

control reports safely to the relevant national and international


audience.


Details of the




standards (if

appropriate)


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activities

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