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Asphalt Pavement Maintenance

September 10–11 , 2008

VDOT Lynchburg
District Office
4219 Campbell Avenue
Lynchburg, VA 24501

The objectives of this course are to convey a better understanding of the importance of preventive maintenance and repairs procedures and enable recognition of the types and causes of common distresses in asphalt pavements.

In order to maintain asphalt pavements and make long-lasting repairs, we need to understand the causes of common problems on asphalt roads and be familiar with proper maintenance methods and repairs. Common pavement distresses and understanding the causes are identified, plus recommended preventive maintenance treatments and repair procedures. Specific operations will cover crack sealing, asphalt patching, and surface treatments such as chip seals, slurry seals, and microsurfacing. Asphalt resurfacing, paver operations and proper rolling and compaction are covered as well as asphalt recycling methods.

Alan L. Gesford provides training on road maintenance topics for various entities including LTAP Centers, universities, and state DOTs. He retired from his position as a Senior Research Assistant for Penn State University at the end of 2007 where he served as a Technology Transfer Specialist for the Institute of State and Regional Affairs working on various projects with PennDOT among others involving training and development.

Alan has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s Degree in Education – Training and Development from Penn State University. Alan is a registered professional engineer and registered land surveyor in Pennsylvania.

Who Should Attend?

Public Works Supervisors, Road/Street Supervisors, Road Maintenance Personnel and Transportation Operations Managers.

Registration/Payment

The public-sector fee (for government, local, and state employees) is $100 and the private-sector fee (for company employees and private consultants) is $195. The registration fee covers the session, all course materials, and meals.

You can complete the registration form and mail it along with a check - made payable to Center for Transportation Studies (Virginia LTAP). Credit cards and online payments are not accepted.

Please note that faxed-in registration forms will be considered as a “provisional booking” only. Registration is confirmed once the payment is received.

For more information, call Jane Carlson at (434) 982-2897, fax at (434) 982-2856 or email
ltap@virginia.edu

Special Registration Instructions for Employees of the Virginia Department of Transportation

VA LTAP workshop registration fees and related expenses for all employees of VDOT will be paid from the VDOT Learning Center budget. VA LTAP will direct bill the VDOT Learning Center for workshop registration fees. However, registrants need to contact their District Training Office or the VDOT Learning Center (Central Office employees) for instructions on how to seek reimbursement for travel expenses. Please also note it is not sufficient to enroll in a VA LTAP workshop through the VDOT Virtual University. VDOT registrants must also complete and submit a VA LTAP registration form to the VA LTAP office.

Due to current travel restrictions, VDOT employees are strongly encouraged to attend VA LTAP workshops on a day trip basis. Overnight travel requires permission from your District Administrator or Chief -- and in some cases higher levels of authority. If you require overnight lodging to attend a VA LTAP workshop, consult with your supervisor, District Training Manager, or VDOT Learning Center on travel approval procedures.