Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Credential: Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Credentialing Agency: American Concrete Institute (ACI)
Renewal Period: 5 years
Concrete Strength Testing Technician credential demonstrates an individual knowledge and ability to properly perform, record, and report the results of four basic laboratory procedures related to the determination of concrete compressive and flexural strength. This is an entry level exam and requires applicants to pass both a written and performance exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Concrete Strength Testing Technician
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
American Concrete Institute (ACI)
38800 Country Club Drive
Farmington Hills, MI 48331-3439
Phone: (248) 848-3700
Fax: (248) 848-3701
Email: aci.certification@concrete.org
Written Exam
The one-hour written examination if closed-book and consists of approximately 40 multiple-choice questions. There are at least eight questions on each of the practices and test methods. To pass the written examination, applicants must score at least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods and achieve a minimum score of 70% overall.
- Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
- Unbonded Caps for Concrete Cylinders
- Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
- Flexural Strength of Concrete
Performance Exam Requirements
The performance examination is closed-book and requires actual demonstration of the required practices and test methods. The examinee is judged on his/her ability to correctly perform all of the required steps for each procedure.
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Concrete Strength Testing Technician examination:
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Best Sources
- ACI Certification FAQs
- ACI Certification Publications
- Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I Certification Training
- Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification Training
- Concrete Strength Testing Technician Policy
- Job-Task Analysis (JTA) for ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification
- General References
RECERTIFICATION
Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Renewal Period: 5 years