ASTM C1260 Standard Test Method for Potential Alkali Reactivity of Aggregates (Mortar-Bar Method) - eLearning Course
About this Course
This course covers ASTM Test Method C1260 that permits detection, within 16 days, of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars.
This course includes downloadable resources including a procedural outline and a pdf of the standard, instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. The course can be completed in about one hour.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify apparatus and reagents used for detection of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars, including containers and sodium hydroxide solution.
- Describe conditioning requirements, including those for molding room humidity and mixing water temperature.
- Recognize steps for sampling and preparation of test specimens.
- Recall procedure for detection of the potential for deleterious alkali-silica reaction of aggregate in mortar bars.
- Recognize calculation requirements as outlined for ASTM C1260.
- Identify reporting requirements for ASTM C1260.
CEUs and Certificate
CEUs: .1 or 1 PDH
Certificate: A certificate is available upon successful completion of the course and an 80% or higher score on the exam.
Reference Materials
ASTM C1260
Training Programs
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Access
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Internet access is required.
Stock Code
TRAIN-C1260-PASS