Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Course Title:
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Aim:
To provide knowledge to learners to plan, assess,
supervise and undertake road strengthening works.
Award:
Assessment Certificate
Applicable Regulation:
Appropriate to Task.
Overall Duration of
Course:
3.00 Days
Expiry Period:
5 Years
Renewal Method:
Full Resit Course+Exam
Primary Target Grade:
Supervisor
Other Grades
applicable:
General Operative
Technician
Engineer
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Table of Contents
Target Learner Profile ........................................................................................................... 3
Trainer Profile ....................................................................................................................... 4
Trainer Learner Ratio ............................................................................................................ 5
Training Facilities .................................................................................................................. 6
Equipment provided by Training Centre............................................................................. 7
Equipment to be provided by Training Provider ................................................................. 8
Consumable Materials ....................................................................................................... 9
Special Facilities .............................................................................................................. 10
Assessments ...................................................................................................................... 11
Course Unit Details ............................................................................................................. 12
Unit 1 ............................................................................................................................... 12
Unit 2 ............................................................................................................................... 13
Unit 3 ............................................................................................................................... 14
Unit 4 ............................................................................................................................... 15
Unit 5 ............................................................................................................................... 16
Unit 6 ............................................................................................................................... 17
Unit 7 ............................................................................................................................... 18
Unit 8 ............................................................................................................................... 19
Unit 9 ............................................................................................................................... 20
Unit 10 ............................................................................................................................. 21
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Target Learner Profile
Learner Age:
(minimum age limit)
18
Learner Education/ Training:
(Specifies the level, standard,
certificate, and/or specific subjects
required)
No minimum requirements
Learner Aptitudes:
(Specifies learning ability, numerical
aptitude, spatial aptitude, form
perception etc.)
Learner Personal Skills:
(Specifies the person skills required
e.g. good communication skills)
Learner Previous Experience:
(Specifies previous relevant
experience)
Basic literacy/numerical skills are desirable
A willingness to learn & good communication
skills are desirable
It is required that learners have worked or are
familiar with Road Construction
Learner Special Requirements:
(Specifies any special requirements,
e.g. good colour vision, ability to
work at heights, full class C driving
license etc)
Learner must bring the
following to course:
Appropriate outdoor protective clothing
(list ppe items required, photographs,
id, driving license etc)
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Trainer Profile
Trainer General Education:
(Certificates, diplomas, degrees
required and the appropriate level
attained)
Leaving Certificate standard or equivalent
Trainer Technical Education:
NUI Train the Trainer or equivalent, Managing
Safely in Construction, Successfully completed
course listed in this Specification
(Certificates, diplomas, degrees
required and the appropriate level
attained)
Trainer Technical Competence:
(Skills and knowledge required in
relation to the subject in which the
Trainer is providing training)
Competent to instruct and demonstrate the
Advanced Road Strengthening course
Trainer Pedagogical
Competence:
Ability to assess the Learner's progress in
training. Ability to assess their effectiveness in
passing on skills and knowledge to the Learner.
An understanding of human learning and the
ability to apply the principles of effective training.
Ability to recognise and manage the different
forms of interpersonal behaviour. Ability to
motivate and manage individuals and groups.
Ability to give supportive help to individuals and
groups. Good communication skills. Good
interpersonal skills.
Must have approrpiate experience in
Construction. At least 2 years experience is
necessary. Previous teaching/ training
experience is desirable
(Skills and knowledge required in the
science and principles of instructing/
training)
Trainer Social Skills:
(Skills and knowledge required by
the Trainer in order to manage
interpersonal relationships within the
social group represented by the
course participants)
Trainer Work Experience:
(Relevant work experience required
by Trainer)
Trainer Registration:
LASNTG Registered
Registration Renewal Period:
3 years
Registration Renewal Method:
Update Course Only
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Trainer Learner Ratio
Minimum Class Size:
6
Maximum Class Size:
16
Trainer Learner Ratio:
1:16 for classroom element and P1.
1:4 per assessment for P2.
(can specify separate ratios for
Classrooms and Exams)
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Facilities
Workshop and Classroom
Item Description
1
Quantity
Lecture Room
Training room with capability of accommodating X 16 participants.
Normal powerpoint projection capabilities.
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Facilities
Equipment provided by Training Centre
Item Description
Quantity
1
Powerpoint projector
1
2
Screen
1
3
Seats, desks
16
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Facilities
Equipment to be provided by Training Provider
Item Description
Quantity
1
Computer
1
2
Tools
Various
3
Course Handouts
1 per
attendee
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Facilities
Consumable Materials
Item Description
Quantity
1
2
3
4
5
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Training Facilities
Special Facilities
(Including description of live sites etc)
Item Description
Quantity
1
A public road requiring works
1
2
A public road undergoing road strengthening operations
1
3
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Assessments
Notes: Candidates must undertake T1(or T2) and P1 and P2. P2 takes place on a live
worksite at a separate time within 3 months of the course taken place.
For P1 and P2 the indicated duration is the total duration for all learners.
P1 takes place at the end of day 1.
T1(or T2) takes place at the end of day 3.
Ref
Name
Assessment
Method
Pass
Standard
Duration
T1
Classroom Theory
Multiple Choice
70%
00:40
T2
Classroom Theory
Multiple Choice
70%
00:40
P1
Practical Assessment
Site Practical Exam100%
01:00
P2
Practical Assessment
Site Practical Exam100%
02:00
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 1
Unit Name
Risk Assessment and
safety procedures
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:00
Total
01:00
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
1.1
Safe system of work (SSWP)
HSA Guidelines
Site Practical Exam
Equipment checks, safety
and maintenance
Walkthrough inspection of
site
Daily maintenance and
refuelling.
Manufacturer
instructions
Site Practical Exam
HSA Guidelines
Site Practical Exam
Industry standards
Site Practical Exam
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
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Local Authority Services National Training Group
Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 2
Unit Name
Material
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:30
Total
01:30
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
have knowledge of series 800 series 900 materials.
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
2.1
804
2.2
Wet Mix
2.3
DBM
2.4
Stabilise wetmix
2.5
HRA
2.6
Thin surfacings
2.7
Concrete
2.8
Geogrids
Reference or
Standard
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
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Assessment
Method
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 3
Unit Name
Defects
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
01:30
Placement
Total
01:30
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
recognise and have knowledge of common road defects
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
3.1
Defect type. Identify a defect
type on different pavements
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
3.2
Classification of defects
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
3.3
3.4
Understand a visual
pavement conditions survey
Identify causes of common
defects
3.5
Multiple Choice
3.6
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 4
Learning
Location
Unit Name
Preparation for works
Classroom
Duration
Directed
02:00
Placement
Total
02:00
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Prepare a site for strengthening works.
Activity
4.1
4.2
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Explain the legislation and
importance of Hedge cutting
Explain the importance of
drainage
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
4.3
Verge preperation
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
4.4
Bridges and culverts
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
DoTTAS
Site Practical Exam
4.5
4.6
Identify and record any
existing road furnitures and
markings
Preparatory patching and
other surface preparatory
works
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 5
Unit Name
Pavement Design
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
02:00
Placement
Total
02:00
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Describe common pavement construction design
Activity
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Understand and use
pavement levels.
Understand and use
pavement depths
Understand and use
pavement cross section
Understand and use super
elevation
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
5.5
List the depth tolerances
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
5.6
Understand and apply the
principles of rehabilitating
roads over peat.
DoTTAS
Multiple Choice
5.7
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 6
Unit Name
Plant
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
02:00
Total
02:00
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Understand the various plant items that are used for common road strengthening and how
they are used.
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
6.1
Understand and use a
grader
Industry Standards
Multiple Choice
6.2
Understand and use a paver
Industry Standards
Multiple Choice
6.3
Understand and use a roller
Industry Standards
Multiple Choice
Industry Standards
Multiple Choice
Industry Standards
Multiple Choice
6.4
6.5
Know how to achieve
compaction requirements
Understand and use of other
support vehicles for road
strengthening works
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 7
Unit Name
Planning the works
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:20
Total
01:20
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Estimate material quantities, plant requirements and resources to carry out the works.
Activity
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Plan and organise for
delivery of required materials
for the works
Plan and organise the
required plant for the works
Plan and organise staff
required for the works
Plan and organise facilities
for the works. Welfare
facilities and delivery
locations etc.
Plan and organise tools and
equipment for the works
including signs
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
Industry Practice
Site Practical Exam
Industry Practice
Site Practical Exam
Industry Practice
Site Practical Exam
Industry Practice
Site Practical Exam
Industry Practice
Site Practical Exam
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 8
Unit Name
Undertaking the works
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:20
Total
01:20
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Supervise in house road strengthening operations
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
8.1
Series 800 type operations
8.2
Series 900 type operations
8.3
Recycling operations
8.4
Deal with manholes and
other utility infrastructure
8.5
Aftercare
Reference or
Standard
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
NRA specification for
roadworks
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Assessment
Method
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
Multiple Choice
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 9
Unit Name
Supervision of contractors
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:20
Total
01:20
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Supervise a contractor carrying out works
Activity
9.1
9.2
9.3
9.4
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Know the requirements
placed on a contractor.
Roadworks specification and
CE requirements
Monitor compliance of the
contractor with the works
requirements for
strengthening operations
Monitor compliance of the
contractor with the works
required for lining and studs
operations
Know the role of the site
supervisor for the client on a
works site
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
NRA specification for
roadworks
Multiple Choice
NRA specification for
roadworks
Multiple Choice
NRA specification for
roadworks
Multiple Choice
Conditions of Contract
Multiple Choice
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Course Specification
Avanced Road Strengthening (7002)
Course Unit Details
Unit 10
Unit Name
Record Keeping
Learning
Location
Classroom
Duration
Directed
Placement
01:20
Total
01:20
Unit Aim: At the end of this Unit, Learners will be able to
Understand the requirements to keep records and to be able to maintain on behalf of the
client.
Activity
At the end of the Activity
Learners will be able to
Reference or
Standard
Assessment
Method
10.1
Maintain site records
Industry standard
Site Practical Exam
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