Admixtures for Concrete

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Keywords

Concrete , Admixtures

Project

Authors

Tavares, Oscar

Date Submitted

2011-11

Material Type

Collection

Secondary Material Type

Institution

Alpena Community College

Industry Partner

License

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 1

Additional Public Access

Abstract

This course will examine the nature of concrete and how its characteristics can be altered through the use of admixtures to satisfy the various needs of the concrete industry. The effects of chemical and mineral admixtures will be done through the approach referencing Portland cement chemistry. ASTM and AASHTO Standards will be discussed.

Industry (NAISC)

Construction -- Construction of Buildings (236)

Occupation (SOC)

Construction and Extraction Occupations (47-0000)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Construction Trades (46)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Certificate

Educational Level

2nd Year Community College or equivalent

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization