Concrete and Asphalt Assistant
Concrete placement, finishing, and asphalt work simulations
Duration: 6 weeks
Prerequisite: None
What does a Concrete & Asphalt Assistant do?
Concrete and Asphalt Assistants are skilled labourers who help build or repair cement structures to achieve the desired outcome. Omnia Training's Concrete and Asphalt Assistant program will cover topics like proper techniques required for ground preparation, forming, rebar and/or mesh installation, transportation of products and cement, pouring, cure times, finishing methods and protection of the structure until the concrete has set.
What does the Concrete and Asphalt Assistant program include?
The 6 week Concrete and Asphalt Assistant Program is a meticulously structured training initiative designed to impart a thorough comprehension of the roles and responsibilities associated with concrete and asphalt labor. The program begins with an introductory module elucidating the significance of concrete and asphalt work in construction and infrastructure. Subsequent modules delve into concrete fundamentals, asphalt basics, identification and proper utilization of tools and equipment, site preparation, safety protocols, pouring and finishing techniques for concrete, asphalt installation and maintenance methods, and practical hands-on training.
The course concludes with evaluations, certifications, and discussions on potential career pathways within the construction industry, ensuring that participants emerge well-equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for entry-level positions in concrete and asphalt construction.
Curriculum Overview
- Safety, hazard controls, and concrete/asphalt tool awareness
- Measuring, layout, forms, and base-preparation fundamentals
- Compaction, sand levelling, and reinforcement placement
- Concrete placing, screeding, finishing, curing, and repair
- Asphalt placement, raking, compaction, edges, and surface quality
- Combined project, practical assessment, and employment readiness
Career Pathways
Concrete Labourer
- Asphalt Crew Helper
- Site Preparation Assistant
