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| 23101 Introduction to Concrete Construction and Finishing (10 Hours) | |
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| Provides an introduction to the methods and procedures used in concrete finishing | |
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| Introduces terms of the trade and tools and equipment used to place, finish, and cure concrete | |
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| Explains methods and techniques for constructing concrete structures | |
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| 23102 Safety Requirements (5 Hours) | |
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| Explains safety requirements for concrete construction and finishing | |
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| Provides information on OSHA requirements with regard to hazard communication, fall protection, and use of personal protective equipment | |
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| Covers topics such as general work site safety, use of chemicals, and safe use of hand and power tools | |
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| 23103 Properties of Concrete (10 Hours) | |
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| Introduces the properties of concrete and the components that make up the concrete mixture | |
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| Describes chemical and physical properties of cement, aggregate, and admixtures | |
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| Explains basic tests used to determine properties such as slump and ultimate strength | |
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| 23104 Tools and Equipment (7.5 Hours) | |
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| Describes tools and equipment used in the production, placing, and curing of concrete | |
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| Explains safe operation and maintenance requirements | |
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| Provides the trainee the opportunity to operate each hand tool and allows the demonstration of larger pieces of power equipment | |
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| 23105 Preparing for Placement (12.5 Hours) | |
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| Details the methods and procedures used in preparing for placing concrete | |
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| Includes background information about site layout, forms requirements, and subgrade preparation | |
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| Describes requirements for various types of joints and reinforcement | |
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| Presents information regarding the ordering of concrete from a mixing or batch plant | |
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| 23106 Placing Concrete (12.5 Hours) | |
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| Presents requirements and methods for properly placing concrete | |
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| Includes information on conveying and placing fresh concrete using various types of equipment, such as wheel-barrows, pumps and conveyors | |
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| Describes techniques for spreading, consolidating, and striking off concrete | |
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| 23107 Finishing, Part One (20 Hours) | |
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| Describes basic finishing techniques for slabs and other horizontal structures | |
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| Explains proper use of floats, trowels, edgers, and groovers and demonstrates their uses | |
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| Discusses requirements for cutting joints using different types of saws | |
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| Provides hands-on practice for finishing concrete slabs | |
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| 23108 Curing and Protecting Concrete (5 Hours) | |
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| Introduces the trainee to the methods and procedures used in curing and protecting concrete | |
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| Covers the types of curing commonly performed for both horizontal and vertical placement | |
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| Describes techniques for protecting concrete during hot and cold weather | |
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| 23109 Introduction to Troubleshooting (5 Hours) | |
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| Describes basic problems for the processes of placing, finishing, and curing | |
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| Defines symptoms of each type of problem and discusses their causes | |
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| Presents ways to reduce or eliminate these problems | |