Superpave Binder CourseJanuary 8-10, 2003March 4-6, 2003

Superpave VolumetricMix Design for ExperiencedMarshall DesignersFebruary 10-11, 2003

Superpave Volumetric MixDesign Fundamentals forBeginnersFebruary 24-27, 2003

Sponsored bySchool of Civil Engineering, Purdue University

2003 Training Schedule

Conference DivisionStewart Center, Room 116128 Memorial MallWest Lafayette, IN 47907-2034

Superpave Volumetric Mix Design forExperienced Marshall Designers (2 days)

This course looks at the differences between Superpave mixdesigns and other design practices, particularly Marshalldesigns. It is intended for contractors, agency personnel andothers who are familiar with basic aggregate and mixturetesting protocols and Marshall or other mix design procedures.

This classroom-only course provides an overview of theSuperpave volumetric mix design procedures and a discussionof the differences—and similarities—between Superpave andMarshall mix design. The course includes a general overviewof asphalt binder and mixture behavior, a detailed review ofthe definitions and significance of mixture volumetricproperties, an example of mix design, a summary of theSuperpave aggregate quality and gradation requirements, anda discussion of the possible impacts of Superpave mix designson construction and plant operations. The course concludeswith a workshop session that gives participants the chance towork through the calculations and thought process involved incompleting a Superpave mix design.

Topics covered include:• Introduction to Superpave• Materials Selection (Binder and Aggregate)• Superpave Gyratory Compactor• Mixture Volumetrics• Volumetric Mix Design• Construction Issues• Calculations Workshop

Superpave Volumetric Mix DesignFundamentals (Beginners 4 days)

For contractors, agency personnel, and others who are new toHMA testing and mix design, the NCSC offers this course onthe fundamentals of Superpave volumetric mix design. Noknowledge of the basic principles of mix design or mixturevolumetrics is required. The course includes classroom andlaboratory sessions, with nearly half of the course being hands-on either in the lab or performing calculations.

The course covers all of the topics in the course for experienceddesigners above, but at a slower pace and in more detail. Inaddition, classroom sessions and laboratory demonstrationscover the following basic concepts and procedures:

• Aggregate Specific Gravities (Bulk and SSD)• Mixture Specific Gravities (Bulk and Maximum

Theoretical)• Blending Aggregates• Batching Aggregates• Mixing and Compacting Specimens• Use and Calibration of the Superpave Gyratory

CompactorHands on sessions include:

• Mix Specific Gravities (Bulk and Max)• Compaction of the Specimen Using the Gyratory

Compactor

Superpave Binder (3 days)

This classroom and laboratory training course providesdetailed instruction on the Superpave binder specificationsand testing procedures. A thorough introduction andoverview is provided on the first day. The remainder of thecourse is mostly hands-on in the laboratory. Each participantwill fabricate test specimens and perform tests on the bendingbeam rheometer, dynamic shear rheometer, direct tensiontester, and rotational viscometer. Calibration procedures willbe demonstrated and conducted by participants whereappropriate. An overview of the binder aging methods will beprovided. The course concludes with a workshop sessionduring which students will grade an asphalt binder usingtheir own data. An overview of the binder specifications and adiscussion of implementation issues will also be presented.

The course is designed for laboratory technicians andmanagers who need to understand the binder specificationsand test procedures. No prior knowledge of the Superpavespecifications is required, but some experience with asphaltbinder/testing is helpful.

Topics covered include:• Background of Superpave Asphalt Performance Tests• Dynamic Shear Rheometer• Rotational Viscometer• Bending Beam Rheometer• Direct Tension Tester• Binder Aging Methods• Superpave Binder Specifications• Grading Binder (using participant data)• Implementation Issues• Three Hands-On Laboratory Sessions

Superpave Course Descriptions

Rhonda RichardsonLaboratory Manager Indiana DOT

Jan Olek is director of the NCSC anda professor of civil engineering atPurdue University. He has over 20years of experience as a universityprofessor and researcher, and holdsa Ph.D. in civil engineering fromPurdue University.

Rebecca McDaniel is technicaldirector of the NCSC. She has over 15years of experience in highwaymaterials and pavement researchwith the Indiana DOT and Purdue.She holds an Ph.D. in civilengineering from Purdue University.

Rhonda Richardson manages theSuperpave Binder Laboratory atthe NCSC Binder Branch. She hasover 20 years of experience intesting materials and has managedthe lab since its inception.

Ayesha Shah is a Research Engineerfor the North Central SuperpaveCenter. She is completing her Ph.D.in Civil Engineering from PurdueUniversity. She has been a TeachingAssistant in soil mechanics,mechanics of materials andconstruction materials courses.

Guest lecturers will assist with occasional coursesessions and will be announced on an individual basis.Guest lecturers may represent industry, the FHWA, theAsphalt Institute, and other universities, bringing abroadened perspective to the course. The NCSCreserves the right to alter course schedules andsubstitute speakers when necessary.

Instructors

Jan Olek Ph.D., P.E.Director NCSC

Rebecca McDaniel Ph.D., P.E.Technical Director NCSC

More InformationSuperpave On The RoadWe can customize the listed courses to suit yourneeds, or develop courses from your concepts. Ifyou are interested in bringing our instructors toyour facility for specialized Superpave training,call Rebecca McDaniel at (765) 463-2317,extension 226.

Course TimesCourses generally run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.daily on the dates listed. More details will beprovided at registration. Please check agendabefore making travel arrangements.

LocationThe courses will be held at the NCSC BinderBranch. The Binder Branch is located at theIndiana DOT, Division of Materials and Tests, 120S. Shortridge Road, Indianapolis, IN 46219, (317)232-5280. Area maps, including hotel andrestaurant locations, and course agenda will bemailed immediately upon receipt of yourregistration form.

AccommodationsWe recommend the Hampton Inn, located at 2311North Shadeland Avenue, Indianapolis, phone:(317) 359-9900.

What’s IncludedText book(s), lecture notes, other programmaterials, break refreshments, and a coursecertificate are covered by your registration fee.

Refund PolicyThe registration fee is fully refundable until 10days prior to the first day of the course.Cancellations after that time are subject to a $50late cancellation fee. Registrants who do not attendand do not cancel are subject to the complete fee.You may, however, enroll a substitute at any timebefore the course begins. Purdue University is notresponsible for costs incurred due to cancellationand reserves the right to cancel courses.

Continuing Education UnitsContinuing education units have been approvedfor these courses and will be issued uponcompletion of each course on request.

Ayesha ShahResearch Engineer, NCSC

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Superpave Binder Class size limited to 12 participants. $6001st 2nd

January 8-10, 2003 • Indianapolis

March 4-6, 2003 • Indianapolis

Superpave Volumetric Mix Design Refresherfor Experienced Marshall Designers $400Class size limited to 16 participants.

February 10-11, 2003 • Indianapolis

Superpave Volumetric Mix Design Fundamentals $750Four-day intensive course for those unfamiliar withmix design or testing. Class size limited to 12 participants.

February 24-27, 2003 • Indianapolis

For information about registration contact:Nona SchalerConference CoordinatorConference DivisionStewart Center, Room 116

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Who to ContactFor information about course content contact:Rebecca McDaniel, Technical DirectorNorth Central Superpave Center1205 Montgomery StreetPO Box 2382West Lafayette, IN 47906

Phone: (765) 463-2317 ext. 226E-mail: rsmcdani@purdue.eduFAX: (765) 497-2402Web site: http://bridge.ecn.purdue.edu/~spave/

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