ACI- CONCRETE FIELD-TESTING TECHNICIAN - GRADE 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
59 views 2 purchases
Course
ACI
Institution
ACI
ACI- CONCRETE FIELD-TESTING TECHNICIAN - GRADE 1 EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
Q1. Start molding specimens for strength tests within 30 minutes after fabricating the composite sample.
A. True
B. False
B. False
ASTM C172 -Para (4.1.2) - Start mold...
ACI- CONCRETE FIELD-TESTING TECHNICIAN - GRADE 1 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
Q1. Start molding specimens for strength tests within 30 minutes after fabricating
the composite sample.
A. True
B. False
B. False
ASTM C172 -Para (4.1.2) - Start molding.
specimens for strength tests within 15 min after fabricating the
composite sample.
Q2. The maximum allowable time between obtaining the first and last portions of
the composite sample may not exceed 5 minutes.
A. True
B. False
B. False
ASTM C172 - Para (4.1)- The elapsed time shall not exceed 15 min. between obtaining
the first and final portions of the composite sample.
Q3. The composite concrete sample must be protected from sun, wind,
contamination and rapid evaporation.
,A. True
B. False
A. True
ASTM C172 - Para (4.1.2)
Q4. If the concrete contains aggregates larger than those that are appropriate for
a size of mold or equipment used, the sample should be wet sieved before
making the test.
A. True
B. False
A. True
ASTM C172- Para (6.1)
Q5. The composite sample should not be remixed before beginning any tests.
A. True
B. False
B. False
ASTM C172-Para (4.1.1) -The sample shall be combined and remixed with a shovel the
minimum amount necessary to ensure uniformity and compliance with the maximum
time limits
Q6. Sampling should normally be performed, as the concrete is discharged from
the mixer.
A. True
B. False
B. False
ASTM C172-Para (5). NOTE 2—Sampling should normally be performed as the
,concrete is delivered from the mixer.
To the conveying vehicle used to transport the
concrete to the forms; however, specifications may require other points of sampling,
such as the discharge of a concrete pump.
Q7. ASTM Method C172 includes sampling from stationary mixers, paving mixers,
truck mixers, agitators, and non-agitating equipment.
A. True
B. False
A. True
ASTM C172- Para (1.1)
Q8. After sampling is completed, start the tests for slump and air content within:
A. 2 ½ minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. None of the above
D. None of the above
ASTM C172- Para (4.1.2) Start tests for slump, temperature, and air content within 5
min after obtaining the final portion of the composite sample.
Q9. In any case, do not obtain samples until:
A. All the water and admixtures have been added to the concrete
B. 200 revolutions of the drum have been obtained
C. ½ of the water has been added
D. None of the above
A. All the water and admixtures have been added to the concrete.
, ASTM C172- Para (5.2.3). In any case do not obtain samples until after all of the water
has been added to the mixer.
Q10. No samples shall be taken before_________ or after_________ of the batch
has been discharged.
A. 10% or after 90%
B. 20% or after 90%
C. 20% or after 80%
D. None of the above
A. 10% or after 90%
ASTM C172- Para (5.2.1).
NOTE 3—No samples should be taken before 10 % or after 90 % of the batch has been
discharged.
Due to the difficulty of determining the actual quantity of concrete discharged, the intent
is to provide samples that are representative of widely separated portions, but not the
beginning and the end of the load.
Q11. When strength tests are to be made, the minimum size of the composite
sample shall be:
A. ¼ cubic foot
B. 1 cubic foot
C. Any convenient size
D. 1 Wheelbarrow
B. 1 cubic foot
ASTM C172- Para (5.1).
Make the samples to be used for strength tests a minimum of 28 L (1 ft3).
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller NurseAdvocate. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
