On-Demand Course: Cementitious Materials for Concrete (Part 2 - Chapter 5 to 9)

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INSTRUCTIONS: Read and study the materials included in this module. Then, complete and pass the corresponding 10-question quiz with a score of 80% or higher to receive a certificate for 0.1 CEU (equivalent to 1.0 PDH). This online course is not approved for credit with the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB).

Continuing Education Credit: 0.1 CEU (1 PDH)

Access Period: 180 days

This course is included in the Fundamentals of Concrete and Materials Certificate Program. Completion of all courses in an ACI University Certificate Program will earn you a program certificate and digital badge. For more details, visit ACI University Certificate Programs.

Description

“Cementitious Materials for Concrete,” discusses commonly used cementitious materials for concrete and describes the base use of these materials. Part 2 covers the material in Chapter 5 through Chapter 9. It is targeted at those in the concrete industry not involved in determining the specific mixture proportions of concrete or in measuring the properties of the concrete. Students, craftsmen, inspectors, and contractors may find this a valuable introduction to a complex topic. This document was developed by ACI Committee E701 and approved by the ACI Educational Activities Committee.

Document Details

Publication Year: 2013

ISBN:

Categories: Cementitious Materials

Formats: Online Learning

Table of Contents

Learning objectives:

1. List the standard tests used to determine properties of hydraulic cements;

2. Understand why the water demand changes when using fly ash and pozzolans;

3. Discuss the differences in strength gain for concretes with and without pozzolan replacement of cement; and

4. Recognize the advantages of using ground granulated blast furnace slag and silica fume in concrete.

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