Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician Course
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IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION
This course covers Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician Certification.
Radiation Safety & Nuclear Gauge Operation Training will begin at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13. This training is required to operate a nuclear testing gauge.
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The Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) is pleased to offer its annual Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician Certification Training to help individuals prepare for the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) certification examinations required under the agency's Quality Assurance Program.
A certified Asphalt Field Technician is required on all paving projects. This course is also required for individuals who perform Asphalt Compaction testing.
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Important Certification Update
All new Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician certification applicants must complete a minimum of 40 hours of documented hands-on training under the supervision of a WVDOH-certified Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician. Required Hands-On Training
After Training
After the participant completes the required training, the supervising WVDOH-certified Asphalt Field & Compaction Technician must complete the Hands-On Training Log Sheet and include their printed name, signature, certification number and date of completion. The completed log sheet must then be submitted electronically to the WVDOH Quality Assurance Program Administrator. The participant will be contacted by the WVDOH Materials Control, Soils & Testing (MCS&T) Pavement Analysis and Evaluation Section to schedule the practical examination. The practical examination may be attempted before completion of the apprenticeship cycle. The practical examination must be completed within 90 days of the original written examination date. Radiation Safety Requirement
A technician who does not demonstrate proper radiation safety will not be permitted to continue testing on a WVDOH project and must be replaced by another qualified technician. Before another evaluation may be conducted, the technician must provide proof of additional WVDOH-approved radiation safety training. |
Course Schedule
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Tuesday, October 13
12:30 p.m. – Registration and Radiation Safety and Nuclear Gauge Operation Training Wednesday, October 14
7:30–8:00 a.m. – Registration for Asphalt Field Technician Training Friday, October 16
The course concludes upon completion of the written examination and practical examination. |
Course instructors include representatives from the West Virginia Division of Highways, West Virginia University, the Asphalt Institute and the construction industry.
Testing
The written certification examination and practical examination will be administered on the final day of the course.
Laptop/Device Requirement
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Registration Fees
| CAWV Members: $345 per person Non-Members: $445 per person |
The registration fee includes instruction, course materials, lunch and break refreshments. Lodging is not included.
| Radiation Safety Class Only: $100 per person |
Participants taking the certification examination must be seated and ready to register at least 30 minutes before the scheduled test time.
Cancellations must be received at least three days before the course begins to receive a full refund.
What to Bring
Participants must bring a laptop, iPad or similar tablet device for testing. Participants must also have access to the 2023 WVDOH Standard Specifications during the course and testing. Printed copies are acceptable, or the specifications may be downloaded to the testing device before arriving for class.
Participants are also encouraged to bring:
- WVDOH Construction Manual
- Applicable ASTM and/or AASHTO Standards
- Calculator
- Pencils
- Notepaper
- Straightedge
- Highlighters
Location
WVDOH Materials Division
190 Dry Branch Drive
Charleston, WV
Attendees are responsible for making their own lodging arrangements. Accommodations are available throughout the Charleston area. The Country Inn & Suites – Kanawha City is the closest hotel to the WVDOH Materials Division and may be reached at (304) 925-4300. Early reservations are recommended.
Contact
Questions? Contact Pat McDonald at pmcdonald@cawv.org.
Date and Time
Tuesday Oct 13, 2026 Friday Oct 16, 2026
Radiation Safety and Nuclear Gauge Operation
(This is required to operate the nuclear testing gauge.)
Wednesday, October 14
Asphalt Field Technician Course
Friday, October 16
Course concludes upon completion of the exam.
Instruction is provided by representatives from the West Virginia Division of Highways and the construction industry.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received at least three business days prior to the course start date to receive a full refund.
Location
WVDOH Materials Division
190 Dry Branch Drive
Charleston, West Virginia
Fees/Admission
CAWV Members: $345 per person
Non-Members: $445 per person.
Registration includes course instruction, training materials, continental breakfasts, lunches, and break refreshments. Lodging is not included.
Contact Information
Pat McDonald
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