ASTM C490 Standard Practice for Use of Apparatus for the Determination of Length Change of Hardened Cement Paste, Mortar, and Concrete - eLearning Course
About this Course
This course covers the requirements for the apparatus and equipment used to prepare specimens for the determination of length change in hardened cement paste, mortar, and concrete, the apparatus and equipment used for the determination of these length changes, and the procedures for its use. Methods for the preparation and curing of test specimens, conditions of testing and curing, and detailed procedures for calculating and reporting test results are contained in applicable test methods.
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:
- Recognize requirements molds, reference bar, and comparator.
- Recall procedures for mold preparation, reference bar use, and obtaining comparator readings.
- Identify equation used to calculate length change at any age.
- Define temperature and time requirements.
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 C490
Training Programs
This training course is part of the following eLearning program:
Access
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Internet access is required.
Stock Code
TRAIN-C0490-PASS