CPE 652/602: Flexible Pavement Construction
This unit presents the construction of road pavements from drainage requirements to surface preparation, with pavement material options, surface applications and work acceptance. Earthworks and formation preparation includes special treatments for soft area excavation and construction testing. A topic on selection and application of granular materials is followed by details of surface preparation prior to wearing surface application. The unit also includes asphalt production and laying as well as spray seal treatments. Specifications for materials and workmanship are covered for all areas of pavement construction. The unit contains typical examples taken from construction practice to give an appreciation of the range of activities associated with road construction.
Flexible Pavement Construction consists of six topics:
- Topic 1: Earthworks and Formation Preparation
- Topic 2: Construction Materials & Methods
- Topic 3: Pavement Drainage
- Topic 4: Surface Preparation
- Topic 5: Surface Treatments
- Topic 6: Asphalt Surfaces
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