Training

ACI EVENTS 

View most recent information and updates: https://sdrmca.org/Certifications

For the ACI Concrete Testing Certification and Concrete Strength Testing Certification

1. The ACI courses will be handled through SDRMCA, register at www.sdrmca.org
2. Bring:  Mask, Photo ID, Photocopy of your student id if student, workbook, #2 pencils, non-programmable calculator, PPE-safety glasses, gloves, steel toe/work boots-shoes .
3. If you would like to complete the ACI+DOT portion of the class, it is now available online. REGISTER HERE. A link will be sent to you within 48 hours. 

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
Dec. 13, 2022 to Dec. 14, 2022	8:00 am - 5:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Ramkota Amphitheater 2 3200 W Maple St Sioux Falls
Feb. 14, 2023 to  Feb. 15, 2023	8:00 am - 5:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Dakota Events Center 720 Lamont St Aberdeen, SD 57401
Mar. 1, 2023 to  Mar. 2, 2023	8:00 am - 5:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza 505 N 5th St Rapid City
Mar. 21, 2023 to  Mar. 22, 2023	8:00 am - 5:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm	DOT Large Training Room (B17) 700 E Broadway Pierre

ACI EVENTS: 

View most recent information and updates: https://sdrmca.org/Certifications

For the ACI Concrete Testing Certification and Concrete Strength Testing Certification

1. The ACI courses will be handled through SDRMCA, register at www.sdrmca.org
2. The class size will be 35 or less.  Masks will be required.  Seating spaced min of 6 ft.
3. Performance Exam:  Masks, gloves, steel toes, safety glasses will be required.  All equipment will be sanitized with alcohol wipes provided by SDRMCA before use by the next person. 

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
March 23, 2023	(F) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre

A Concrete Strength Testing Technician is an individual who has demonstrated the 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.

 Scope and Knowledge:

The program requires a working knowledge of the following ASTM practices and test methods:

•  C617/C617M—Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
• C1231/C1231M—Unbonded Caps for Concrete CylindersC39/C39M—Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens
• C78/C78M—Flexural Strength of Concrete

 This program requires demonstration of the knowledge and hands-on skills covered on the Job Task Analysis (JTA):

 JTA for ACI Certification of Concrete Strength Testing Technician

The JTA is a detailed list of specific points of knowledge and skills that may be included in the examinations for this ACI Certification program. ACI urges candidates to use the JTA to prepare for the certification exams.

 Certification Requirements:

ACI will grant certification only to those applicants who meet both of the following requirements:A passing grade on the ACI written examination, andSuccessful completion of the ACI performance examination.

 The one-hour written examination is 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, both of the following conditions must be met:

•  At least 60% correct for each of the required practices and test methods, and
• A minimum score of 70% overall.

The performance examination is also 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.

 Recertification is necessary every five years* and requires successful completion of both the written and performance examinations.

ACI+DOT

The ACI+DOT portion is to fill the gaps between the SDDOT tester policies and procedures that differ from the SD Ready Mix Concrete Association ACI class. It is required for all SDDOT employees and  contractors working with the DOT.

If you would like to complete the ACI+DOT portion of the class, it is now available online. REGISTER HERE.

An email with login information will be mailed to you within 2-3 business days. This class is NOT mobile friendly and must be completed on a computer.

RESCHEDULED:: Concrete Paving Certification

1. Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

15 hours/3-day course
Cost: $150

NEW DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
FULL Mar. 14 Mar. 15 Mar. 16	(T)1:00 pm - 5:00 pm  (W)8:00 am - 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am - 12:00 pm	American Inn 312 Island Dr. Fort Pierre, SD 57532

If you need to take the class,  register here -- CLICK HERE. For questions, more information,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371 The Concrete Paving Recertification Test can now be completed online. To register, CLICK HERE. A link will be emailed to you within 3 business days. If you have questions about  the recertification test, contact the DOT Region office nearest you:      Aberdeen Region Materials Engineer, Jeff Steen, jeff.steen@state.sd.us, 605.626.2244      Mitchell Region Materials Engineer, Caleb Horstman, caleb.horstman@state.sd.us, 605.995.3320      Pierre Region Materials Engineer, Jason Smith, jason.smith@state.sd.us, 605.773.4857      Rapid City Region Materials Engineer, Matt Stone, matt.stone@state.sd.us, 605.394.1620

An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

This course will give you the knowledge to see that the construction operations are producing results that meet specifications.

Training Objectives:

• Learn the Role of an Inspector
• Discuss What to Look for During Inspections
• Explain the Need for Inspections
• Explain How to Fill Out Required Documentation
• Prepare Reports
• Pass the 60-Question Certification Exam with a Minimum of 70%

For the Concrete Plants Certification
Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

11.2 hours/3-day course
Cost: $150

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
FULL January 17, 2023 January 18, 2023 January 19, 2023	(T)1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (W)8:00 am - 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am - 12:00 pm	Becker Hansen Building, B17 700 Broadway Pierre, SD 57501

If you need to take the class,  register here -- CLICK HERE. For questions, more information,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371 To schedule  a time to take  the recertification test, contact the DOT Region office nearest you:      Aberdeen Region Materials Engineer, Jeff Steen, jeff.steen@state.sd.us, 605.626.2244      Mitchell Region Materials Engineer, Caleb Horstman, , caleb.horstman@state.sd.us , 605.995.3320      Pierre Region Materials Engineer, Jason Smith, jason.smith@state.sd.us, 605.773.4857      Rapid City Region Materials Engineer, Matt Stone, matt.stone@state.sd.us, 605.394.1620

An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

Training Objectives:

• Understand Basic Concrete Plant Operations
• Understand What Concrete Plant Equipment Requires Checking
• Discuss How to Conduct the Concrete Plant Equipment Inspections
• Make Concrete Mix Design Adjustments
• Understand Minimum Samples and Tests
• Understand Certification Requirements of Materials
• Discuss How to Perform Daily Batching Inspections
• Prepare Report

For the Earthwork Certification

Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

16 hours/3-day course
Cost: $150

Please bring a handheld calculator.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
Mar. 20, 2023 to Mar. 22, 2023	(M) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (T) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (W) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	Ramkota Amphitheater I 920 W Sioux Ave Pierre

If you need to take the class,  register here -- CLICK HERE. For questions, more information,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371 The Earthwork Recertification Test can now be completed online. To register, CLICK HERE. A link will be emailed to you within 3 business days. If you have questions about  the recertification test, contact the DOT Region office nearest you:      Aberdeen Region Materials Engineer, Jeff Steen, jeff.steen@state.sd.us, 605.626.2244      Mitchell Region Materials Engineer, Caleb Horstman,  caleb.horstman@state.sd.us ,605.995.3320      Pierre Region Materials Engineer, Jason Smith, jason.smith@state.sd.us, 605.773.4857      Rapid City Region Materials Engineer, Matt Stone, matt.stone@state.sd.us, 605.394.1620

An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

Training Objectives:

• Understand the Role of the Inspector for Construction Work Involving Earthwork, Pipe Installation and Erosion Control
• Discuss What to Look for During Inspections; Explain How to Fill Our Required Documentation; Prepare Reports; Explain How to Handle Non-Specification Material
• Understand Where and When to Perform Tests
• Pass a Written Examination with a Minimum of 70%

 

For the Erosion & Sediment Control Certification

Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

11.5 hours
Cost: $150

Please bring your copy of the 2015 South Dakota Spec Book.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
February 7, 2023 to  February 8, 2023	(T) 8:00 - 5:00 (W) 8:00 - 5:00	Becker Hansen Large Training Room (B17) 700 E Broadway Pierre, SD 57501
RESCHEDULED March 14, 2023 to   March 15,  2023	(T) 8:00 - 5:00 (W) 8:00 - 5:00	Courtyard by Marriott 580 Watiki Way Box Elder
February 28, 2023 to  March 1, 2023	(T) 8:00 - 5:00 (W) 8:00 - 5:00	Ramada Best Western 3200 W Maple St Sioux Falls

To register for the class or the online recertification test, CLICK HERE.   For questions, more information or multiple registrations,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371
An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

This course will cover what is required by South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (SD DENR) in order to meet the mandates of state and federal legislation. All SDDOT contracts must have a certified Erosion Control Supervisor who understands the requirements for erosion and sediment control for construction.

Training Objectives:

• Discuss Best Management Practices (BMP’s) for controlling sediment and erosion and managing Storm Water
• Understand the Selection Criteria for BMP’s
• Design Methods and Processes
• Understand Installation Details and Potential Problems
• List Maintenance and Management Practices for Temporary BMP’s

 

 

For the  Asphalt Concrete Certifications

1.  Register at https://www.dakota-asphalt.org
2. The attendee will receive  the SDDOT  QC/QA Training Manual and other class information (e.g. workbook problems, calculation sheets, etc.)
3. Recertification testing for those who qualify (first 4-year renewal after last full class completion is the only period allowed for Recertification) will be offered online through SDDOT LMS.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
January 9, 2023 January 10, 2023	(M) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (T) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre
March 6, 2023 March 7, 2023	(M) 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (T) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre

CERTIFICATION: To register for the CLASS, go to  https://www.dakota-asphalt.org.	RECERTIFICATION: DOT employees may register for the RECERTIFICATION test on the LMS. Non-DOT  may register for the RECERTIFICATION test HERE.

For the  Asphalt Concrete Certifications

1.  Register at https://www.dakota-asphalt.org
2. The attendee will receive  the SDDOT  QC/QA Training Manual and other class information (e.g. workbook problems, calculation sheets, etc.).
3. Recertification testing for those who qualify (first 4-year renewal after last full class completion is the only period allowed for Recertification) will be offered online through SDDOT LMS.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
January 11, 2023 January 12, 2023 January 13, 2023	(W) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am to 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am to 3:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre
March 8, 2023 March 9, 2023 March 10, 2023	(W) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am to 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am to 3:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre

CERTIFICATION: To register for the CLASS, go to  https://www.dakota-asphalt.org.	RECERTIFICATION: DOT employees may register for the RECERTIFICATION test on the LMS. Non-DOT  may register for the RECERTIFICATION test HERE.

For the  Asphalt Concrete Certifications

1.  Register at https://www.dakota-asphalt.org
2. Recertification testing for those who qualify (first 4-year renewal after last full class completion is the only period allowed for Recertification).

 

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
March 27, 2023 March 28, 2023 March 29, 2023 March 30, 2023	(M) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (T)  8:00 am to 5:00 pm (W) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am to 5:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab    104 S Garfield Pierre

CERTIFICATION: To register for the CLASS, go to  https://www.dakota-asphalt.org.	RECERTIFICATION: DOT employees may register for the RECERTIFICATION test on the LMS. Non-DOT  may register for the RECERTIFICATION test HERE.

For the  Asphalt Concrete Certifications

1.  Register at https://www.dakota-asphalt.org
2. Recertification testing for those who qualify (first 4-year renewal after last full class completion is the only period allowed for Recertification) will be offered online through SDDOT LMS.

 

DATES	TIMES	LOCATIONS
December 6, 2022 December 7, 2022 December 8, 2022	(T) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (W) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm	Casey Tibbs Center 210 Verendrye Dr Fort Pierre

CERTIFICATION: To register for the CLASS, go to  https://www.dakota-asphalt.org.	RECERTIFICATION: DOT employees may register for the RECERTIFICATION test on the LMS. Non-DOT  may register for the RECERTIFICATION test HERE.

For the Soils Testing Certification

Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

15 hours/3-day course
Cost: $75

Please bring a DOT Materials manual and a handheld calculator.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
(FULL) 1/11/2023 1/12/2023 1/13/2023	(W) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	SD DOT Region Training Room A                    5316 W 60th St N, Sioux Falls
FULL 1/25/2023 1/26/2023 1/27/2023	(W) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	SD Highway Patrol Conference Room 2735 W US Hwy 12 Aberdeen
FULL 2/1/2023 2/2/2023 2/3/2023	(W) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	SD Highway Patrol Conference Room 2735 W US Hwy 12 Aberdeen
FULL 2/8/2023 2/92023 2/10/2023	(W) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	SD DOT Region Materials Lab 104 S Garfield Pierre
(FULL) 3/8/2023 3/9/2023 3/10/2023	(W) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (TH) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (F) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	SD DOT Region Large Training Room                    3200 Eglin St Rapid City

If you need to take the class for the first time,  register here -- CLICK HERE. For questions, more information,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371 The recertification test is now available online, complete the form and login information will be emailed to you. If you have questions about the recertification test, contact the DOT Region office nearest you:      Aberdeen Region Materials Engineer, Jeff Steen, jeff.steen@state.sd.us, 605.626.2244      Mitchell Region Materials Engineer, Caleb Horstman, caleb.horstman@state.sd.us, 605.995.3320      Pierre Region Materials Engineer, Jason Smith, jason.smith@state.sd.us, 605.773.4857      Rapid City Region Materials Engineer, Matt Stone, matt.stone@state.sd.us, 605.394.1620

An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

Training Objectives:

• SD 103 - Classify Soils and Aggregate
• SD 104 - Establish the Moisture-Density Relationship of Soils, Aggregates and Mixtures
• SD 105 - Determine the In-Place Density of Soils and Granular Materials
• SD 106 - Determine the Density of Soil In-Place
• SD 108 - Determine Moisture Content
• SD 110 - Determine In-Place Density of Granular Materials with a Thickness of 3" or Less
• SD 114 - Determine In-Place Moisture Content and Density of Soil and Aggregate, including Lime Treated Material, by The Nuclear Method
• SD 114 & SD 219 - Determine Target Dry Density and In-Place Density of Salvage/Recycled Materials Using the Nuclear Meter

 

 

For the Structures Certification

Certification course manuals can be found online for viewing/printing at the following site: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/certification-accreditation/manuals-documents

26 hours/4-day course
Cost: $150

Text and handouts provided. Please bring a handheld calculator and the SD DOT Spec Book.

DATES	TIMES	LOCATION
Feb. 13, 2023 to Feb. 16, 2023	(M)1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (T)  8:00 am - 5:00 pm (W)8:00 am - 5:00 pm (TH)8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Ramkota Amphitheater I              920 W Sioux Ave Pierre

If you need to take the class,  register here -- CLICK HERE. For questions, more information,  email dotlms@state.sd.us or call 605.773.2371 The recertification test is now available online, complete the form and login information will be emailed to you. If you have questions about the recertification test, contact the DOT Region office nearest you:         Aberdeen Region Materials Engineer, Jeff Steen, jeff.steen@state.sd.us, 605.626.2244       Mitchell Region Materials Engineer, Caleb Horstman, caleb.horstman@state.sd.us , 605.995.3320       Pierre Region Materials Engineer, Jason Smith, jason.smith@state.sd.us, 605.773.4857       Rapid City Region Materials Engineer, Matt Stone, matt.stone@state.sd.us, 605.394.1620

An invoice will be mailed after the class. No shows will be billed, please call  a day before to cancel your registration if you cannot attend.

This course has two parts, a 30-minute online portion and a 4-day instructor-led portion.

Training Objectives:

• Understand the Concepts of the Basic Types of Structures, Their Components and Associated Terminology
• Understand the Various Methods of Construction of Structures and Proper Inspection Procedures
• Understand the Various Methods of Structure Rehabilitation and Proper Inspection Procedures
• Pass the 50 Question and Problem Certification Written Examination with a Minimum of 70%