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ASTM Training and E-Learning 2017 Catalog

ASTM Training and E-Learning 2017 Catalog

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ASTM Training and E-Learning 2017 Catalog

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Soil Testing Standards

Particle-Size Analysis of Soils (D422): Procedure for determining soil particle-size distribution.
Laboratory Compaction Characteristics (D698, D1557): Methods for determining soil compaction characteristics using standard and modified efforts.
Water Content Determination (D2216): Method for determining moisture content of soil and rock by mass.
Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index (D4318): Procedures for determining liquid and plastic limits of soils.

Aggregate Testing Standards

Organic Impurities (C40/C40M): Determination of organic impurities in fine aggregates for concrete.
Materials Finer than 75-μm Sieve (C117): Method for determining material finer than a 75-μm sieve in aggregates by washing.
Density and Absorption (C127, C128): Determination of density, relative density, and absorption of aggregates.
Sieve Analysis (C136): Procedure for sieve analysis of fine and coarse aggregates.

Cement Testing Standards

Compressive Strength (C109/C109M): Method for determining compressive strength of hydraulic cement mortars.
Air Content (C185): Determination of air content in hydraulic cement mortar.
Time of Setting (C191, C266): Methods for determining setting time of hydraulic cement.

Concrete Field Testing Standards

Making and Curing Test Specimens (C31/C31M): Procedure for making and curing concrete test specimens in the field.
Density and Air Content (C138/C138M, C173/C173M, C231/C231M): Determination of density, yield, and air content of concrete.

Concrete Strength Testing Standards

Compressive Strength (C39/C39M): Method for determining compressive strength of cylindrical concrete specimens.
Flexural Strength (C78/C78M): Method for determining flexural strength of concrete using a simple beam with third-point loading.

Self-Consolidating Concrete Testing Standards

Static Segregation (C1610/C1610M): Determination of static segregation of self-consolidating concrete.
Slump Flow (C1611/C1611M): Method for determining slump flow of self-consolidating concrete.

Environmental and Property Training
ASTM offers online training for environmental professionals, focusing on standards like ASTM E1527 for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and ASTM E2600 for Vapor Encroachment Screening.

Oxygen Training
Course covers oxygen fire risk management, material compatibility, and good practices to minimize risks.

Coal Chemistry Technician Training
Training focuses on coal characterization standards for laboratory technicians and chemists.

Corrosion Testing
Course provides practical knowledge of ASTM corrosion tests, intended for corrosion technicians and product test personnel.

Overview: Document provides detailed information on ASTM International courses related to environmental site assessments, property condition assessments, risk-based corrective actions, vapor encroachment screening, fire hazards in oxygen systems, and standards for light sport aircraft.

1. Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Courses:

Phase I and Phase II ESA Processes: Covers ASTM standards E1527 and E1903, focusing on due diligence and potential contaminants.
Property Condition Assessment (PCA): Overview of ASTM PCA standard for conducting assessments and preparing reports.

2. Risk-Based Corrective Action (RBCA):
Focuses on petroleum release sites, covering risk assessment and cleanup goals.

3. Vapor Encroachment Screening:
Utilizes ASTM E2600 for screening properties for vapor encroachment conditions.

4. Fire Hazards in Oxygen Systems:
Teaches identification and evaluation of hazards in oxygen systems.

5. Light Sport Aircraft Standards:
Training on ASTM Committee F37 standards for LSA manufacturers.

Course Structure and Fees:
Courses offered both in-person and online, with fees ranging from $750 to $1,450.

Instructors:
Courses taught by experts and contributors to ASTM standards.

Certification Benefits:

Provides LSA manufacturers with a basis for evaluating skills and qualifications of staff.
Allows certificate holders to differentiate themselves and advance their careers.

Day 1 - ASTM and LSA Committee Overview:

Organization, involvement, and standards development process.

Cross-Cutting Standards and Developing Compliance Documents:

Focus on engine design, emergency parachutes, and propellers.

Instructor Profiles:

Thomas Gunnarson: Specializes in safety standards for Light Sport Aircraft.
Adam Morrison: Provides engineering and business consulting services to the aviation industry.

Aviation Fuels Specifications and Test Methods:

Focuses on controlling the quality of aviation fuels and ASTM's role in developing specifications.

Who Should Attend:

Individuals needing a general understanding of fuel specifications and quality control.

Course Details:

Day 1: Jet engine and fuel descriptions.

Instructor Profile:

Roger Organ: Aviation consultant with over 40 years in fuels research.

Crude Oil Sampling, Testing, and Evaluation:

Importance of proper sampling and analysis of crude oil.

Instructor Profile:

Harry Giles: Retired from the U.S. Department of Energy, technical advisor to ASTM.

Diesel Fuels Specifications and Test Methods:

Covers diesel fuel issues including specifications, test methods, and quality control.

Instructor Profile:

Andy Pickard: Consultant with 40 years in the fuel and lubricant industry.

Gasoline Specifications, Testing, and Technology:

Impact of gasoline composition on engine performance and quality maintenance.

Instructor Profile:

Salvatore J. Rand: Consultant in motor and aviation fuel technology, ASTM Fellow.

Marine Fuels Specifications, Testing, Purchase, and Use:

Understanding of marine fuel quality requirements for handling and combustion performance.

Instructor Profile:

Robert Berner: Marine fuels and lubricants consultant with 45 years of experience.

Overview: Document outlines various technical training courses offered by ASTM International in 2017, focusing on statistical quality control, petroleum, plastics, rubber, environmental compliance, and textiles.

Petroleum Courses: Focus on using statistical tools for test method quality assurance.

Plastics Testing: Covers basic principles and techniques for testing polymeric materials.

Rubber Testing: Overview of ASTM rubber test methods.

Environmental Compliance: Courses cover the use of Activity and Use Limitations (AULs), asbestos control, and environmental regulatory compliance audits.

Textiles Flammability Compliance: Basic understanding of flammability standards for children's sleepwear, upholstered furniture, and wearing apparel.

Instructors: Courses led by experienced professionals like Alex T.C. Lau and Peter C. Surette Sr.

Training Formats: Courses available in-person and online, with options for on-site training.

Overview of Flammable Fabrics Act and Textile Standards
Document outlines the Flammable Fabrics Act, specifically 16 CFR 1610, which sets the standard for the flammability of clothing textiles in the United States.

Textiles: Quality and Performance Standards
Highlights benefits of understanding specific test methods and material specifications.

ASTM Textile Standards for Yarns and Sewing Threads
Insights into ASTM textile standards for yarns and sewing threads.

ASTM Learning Management System
ASTM offers a learning management system to automate and centralize training programs.

ASTM Compass® Platform
Provides access to ASTM content and workflow tools.

Conclusion
Emphasizes the importance of adhering to standards and utilizing available resources like ASTM Compass®.

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ASTM Training and E-Learning 2017 Catalog-1

ASTM INTERNATIONAL Helping our world work better ASTM Training and E-Learning 2017 Catalog Get practical, hands-on training on the standards that most impact your industry. www.astm.org/TRAIN Construction Environment Metals Oxygen Petroleum Statistics Train online, at your site or at any of our on-site classes [email protected] | tel +1.877.909.ASTM | www.astm.org/TR

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Catalog Contents Online Training Construction Materials Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Petroleum Lab Technician Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Asphalt Lab Technician Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Environmental Property and Professional Training . . . . . . . 6 Mechanical Testing Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Oxygen Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 IN-PERSON TRAINING Coal Chemistry Coal Chemistry Technician Training . . . . ....

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General Information 1. Train Online Improve proficiency with self-guided video demonstrations, checklists, concept presentations, data sheets and glossaries; and test your knowlege with automatically-graded review quizzes. 2. Train at Your Site Bring any of our courses to your site. Save time and travel expenses; tailor content to your specific needs; train your entire staff at once. 3. New! Webinar Series One-hour discussion and question and answer sessions with our subject matter experts Instructors The instructors are experts in their particular field with years of industry experience and...

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL Aggregate Base Testing Aggregate Testing Cement Testing Concrete Field Testing Available anytime at www.astm.org/TRAIN Concrete Strength Testing Self-Consolidating Concrete Testing Soil Compaction Quality Control Corrosion Testing — Application and Use of Salt Fog, Humidity, Cyclic, and Gas Tests

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL Course Title Plastics Introduction to Major Testing Techniques for Plastics Rubber Statistics in ASTM Standard Test Method Development, Application and Quality Assurance 3-4 Available anytime at www.astm.org/TRAIN Regulatory Compliance for the Flammability of Upholstered Furniture, Mattresses, and Bedding Sold in the United States ASTM Textile Standards for Yarns and Sewing Threads Regulatory Compliance for the Flammability of Children’s Sleepwear Textiles: Quality and Performance Standards Regulatory Compliance for the Flammability of Wearing Apparel Rubber Testing — Selecting,...

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Online Training Improve your skills through industry leading, self-guided, online training. The training modules are a key tool to supplement existing internal lab QA/QC programs. www.astm.org/TRAIN Mechanical Testing Training ASTM's Asphalt Lab Technician Series enables lab techs to improve their skills through industry-leading, self-guided, e-learning. The courses are a key tool to supplement existing internal lab QA/QC programs. Designed For Lab Technicians, Field Technicians, Construction Inspectors, Quality Control Technicians, Asphalt Technicians, Laboratory Managers Standards Covered: EMULSIFIED D6933...

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL Construction Materials Testing Prepare for certification and advance your skills using industry leading, self-guided computer-based training. Training modules include video demonstrations, checklists, glossaries of terms, concept presentations, and knowledge assessment quizzes. ASTM Construction Materials Training is ideal for those preparing to become a certified testing technician through the American Concrete Institute (ACI), National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), or a state agency such as the Department of Transportation (DOT). This training...

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Environmental Property and Professional Training Oxygen Training ASTM's Environmental and Property Professionals Series enables environmental professionals to improve their skills through industry-leading, self-guided, online training. Who Should Attend - Environmental Professionals - Appraisers - Property Owners and Managers - Phase I Environmental Consultants - Lenders - Real Estate Attorneys - Property Developers - Property Investors - Property Insurers - Upper Managers in Financial Organizations, Insurance Companies, and Law Firms - Anyone who completes the Transaction Screen process and...

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL Coal Chemistry Technician Training Certificate Available Implementation of new regulations for power plant emissions will increase the demand for testing of fossil fuels and plant emissions. Until now, comprehensive training on the coal characterization standards that are used every day around the world was not available outside of the laboratories that use these standards. Now ASTM offers you the opportunity to receive a comprehensive review of good laboratory practices in coal chemistry focusing on the standards most frequently used in coal chemistry labs. i mi nrnr nr~tetm...

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Who Should Attend Laboratory technicians and chemists, professionals new to testing, and anyone working in fossil fuel testing laboratories will benefit from this course. A B.S. Chemist degree, Chemical Technician degree, or equivalent with 3-5 years experience is recommended. ASTM coal chemistry technician training Certificate Program Each attendee will have the option of paying a $99 fee to take an examination at the conclusion of the course to receive an ASTM Coal Chemistry Technician Training Certificate. The examination will be composed of multiple choice questions. Each student who receives...

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL IN-PERSON AND ONLINE Corrosion Testing Application and Use of Salt Fog, Humidity, Cyclic, and Gas Tests Sponsored by ASTM Committee G01 on Corrosion of Metals Get hands-on practical working knowledge of various ASTM corrosion tests. The test equipment is actually present in the classroom, where you will learn how to operate it and conduct the tests.

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Who Should Attend - Corrosion technicians - Product test personnel - Laboratory supervisors - Anyone who needs knowledge of ASTM corrosion tests Note This course is NOT intended for senior technicians and laboratory supervisors with years of experience. Day 1 - Purpose, application, and history of th t ■ t - Corrosion and test terminology - Chemical and physical background; and supporting knowledge - Ingredients and solutions used for the test (water, salt, salt solution, air supply, gases) - Utilization of ingredients - Equipment (proper operation, safety, standardized corrosion coupon, calibration) -...

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