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Asphalt Academy Feedback to RPF

The Asphalt Academy (AsAc). Established January 2001 (launch May 2001 RPF)Registered as a Trust on 5 June 2002Non-profit organisationManaged by a Board of TrusteesCollaborative initiative between Sabita and CSIR, TransportekAnnual Focus:2001Establishment2002 Course Development2003 Course Presentation (58 courses scheduled)2004 CAPSA

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Asphalt Academy Feedback to RPF

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    1. Asphalt Academy Feedback to RPF 23 November 2005

    3. Operational Thrust Areas Education, Training and Development Ensure that courses and curricula offered at institutions of learning are consistent and relevant to industry needs through: Regular assessment of course curricula Providing relevant knowledge transfer to lecturers, trainers and learners Ensure that courses and post-graduate studies are properly scheduled, coordinated and aligned with relevant legislation and quality standards Knowledge transfer to practitioners: Hold seminars and workshops to disseminate best practice Publish and distribute manuals Manage and maintain appropriate information systems Support and participate in CAPSA and RPF activities Support of Sabita and CSIR Transportek courses and initiatives within South Africa and into SADC countries

    4. Progress to November 2005 Two best-practice manuals published and launched: TG 1: The use and application of modified binders TG 2: The design and use of foamed bitumen treated material 6 new courses developed in line with industry unit standards: Introduction to bitumen Application of surface seals Application of HMA Manufacture of HMA Bituminous pavement repairs (LIC) Construction of surface seals (LIC) Other courses developed and presented: Asphalt Testers course (ATC) Design of surfacing seals (revised TRH 3) Design of Hot mix Asphalt (SAHMA design guide)

    5. Progress to November 2005 ..cont Over R250 000 invested in course development and upgrading R250 000 for the current financial year mainly for the Block Course in Flexible Pavement Engineering Improved understanding of AsAcs role related to the CETA and SGB Sabita library relocated at Transportek as the AsAc library Two RPF task groups convened CAPSA 04 Course schedule optimised Strategic alliances: KZN DoT SARF Training providers

    6. Course Profile to November 2005

    7. Profile of other activities to November 2005

    8. Summary of Activities

    9. 2005/06 Issues and Initiatives Capacity Relationship with Tertiary Institutions and accreditation of courses and presenters Relationship with the CETA and acceptance/accreditation of AsAc courses Expansion of Strategic Alliances Strategic partners to expand sponsorship base Targeted client authorities in line with training needs of Provinces SAICE/SAACE/SAFCEC EPWP Block Course on Flexible Pavement Engineering Revision and upgrade of ATC modules Upgrade of TG documents Bitumen Safety Course

    10. Relationship with Tertiary Institutions Alliance with Continued Education structures Pre-empts the need for accreditation Focus on NQF level 4 and above for courses Ad hoc feedback of best-practice

    11. Relationship with CETA Provide technical support to CETA Industry entry point for bituminous products Course material provided AsAc will coordinate technical input into the quality of the training material related to bituminous products unit standards AsAc will provide input into the accreditation process of course presenters

    12. Block course in Flexible Pavement Engineering Targeted at new entrants into the road sector (civil engineers, technicians & technologists) 7 modules over 11 weeks Overview 1 week Materials investigation & design 3 weeks Structural pavement design 2 weeks Tendering & documentation 1 week Construction & quality control 2 weeks Maintenance & asset management 1 week Final assessment 1 week

    13. Block course in Flexible Pavement Engineering Run through tertiary institutions Project theme through all the modules as course work for final assessment New construction Rehabilitation CSIR commissioned to put together existing material and identify development areas Presented over 11 weeks in a year from May/June 06 Linkage to higher degree or CPD points

    14. Revision & Upgrade of ATC Course restructured into 5 modules Sampling 3 days complete Granular materials 5 days Dec 05 Aggregates 4 days review Bituminous products 5 days Dec 05 Asphalt 5 days complete Course notes can be modified for level of learners Theory am; Practical pm Course presented from March 06 at TUT, CPUT and DIT (web site for further info)

    15. Revision of TG documents TG 1: Modified Binders In parallel to Bit Spec revision Tests on report need updating (DR database) Classification needs review - not totally suitable for new modifiers in the market Resolution: RPF should reconvene the Modified Binders Task Group under the Chairpersonship of D Rossmann TG 2: Foam Bitumen To be incorporated into the new Bitumen Stabilisation manual

    16. Other Initiatives BitSafe Training Programme Course run through AsAc on behalf of Sabita Trainers course Linked to unit standards Certification under discussion On line in first quarter of 2006 Manual 24; Practical HMA Design Guide One seminar in Pretoria KZN - 15 Feb 06 Western Cape 16 Feb 06 Industry needs survey HMA Forensic study feedback

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