Training for Soils Lab Techs
Training for Soils Lab Techs
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Hello All,
I am looking for hands on training for lab techs. Ideally this would be a few day seminar where they would get hands on experience and practice doing basic soils testing, such as Atterberg Limits, grain size analysis, etcetera in accordance to ASTM and AASHTO standards. Does such a thing exist, and if what can you tell me about it?
Thank you for your help.
I am looking for hands on training for lab techs. Ideally this would be a few day seminar where they would get hands on experience and practice doing basic soils testing, such as Atterberg Limits, grain size analysis, etcetera in accordance to ASTM and AASHTO standards. Does such a thing exist, and if what can you tell me about it?
Thank you for your help.





RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs
You might also look to find training material for the IBC (International Building Code) soil special inspector through ICC (International Code Council). I'm betting that hiring a competetant engineer will be a better choice since many issues don't arise until you're knee deep in projects.
RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs
Richard A. Cornelius, P.E.
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RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs
RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs
Proctor test, Atterberg limits, hydrometer, shrinkage, swell, etc., etc. are probably best pursued at a local technical or junior college or possibly at an adult education program through the local school district, if available. Some companies and Universities now offer on-site training & testing for DOT materials (aggregates & base course materials) certification such as Williams Earth Science here in Florida. I have no affiliation with the firm.
Cheers
RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs
RE: Training for Soils Lab Techs