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Professional training course · CM-032
Construction Materials Testing and Inspection
Construction materials such as concrete, steel, soils, aggregates and asphalt must meet specifications to ensure durability and safety. Testing and inspection verify…
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Course overview
Why Attend
Construction materials such as concrete, steel, soils, aggregates and asphalt must meet specifications to ensure durability and safety. Testing and inspection verify quality.
This LLMI course covers materials specifications, sampling, laboratory and field testing for concrete, soils, aggregates, asphalt and steel, interpretation of results, acceptance criteria, non-conforming materials and quality records. Participants interpret test reports.
Course Objectives
Understand specifications for key construction materials
Apply sampling procedures
Understand laboratory and field tests
Interpret test results against acceptance criteria
Manage non-conforming materials
Maintain testing records
Target Audience
Materials engineers
QA/QC inspectors
Site engineers
Laboratory technicians
Consultants
Construction managers
Course Methodology
Technical presentations
Test report interpretation
Case studies
Group discussions
Demonstrations
Course outline
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1Day 1: Materials and Specifications
- Material types
- Specifications
- Standards
- Sampling
- Exercise: Specification review
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2Day 2: Concrete
- Concrete properties
- Fresh testing
- Strength testing
- Durability
- Lab: Test result interpretation
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3Day 3: Soils and Aggregates
- Soil classification
- Compaction tests
- Aggregate tests
- Field testing
- Exercise: Compaction results
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4Day 4: Asphalt and Steel
- Asphalt testing
- Steel testing
- Welds and bolts
- Certificates
- Case study: Material failure
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5Day 5: Non-Conformance and Records
- Acceptance decisions
- Non-conformance
- Records
- Laboratory management
- Capstone: Testing plan
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Construction Materials Testing and Inspection course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Construction Materials Testing and Inspection course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Frankfurt. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Frankfurt, Barcelona, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, London.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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