Description
Objectives
Learning Objective 1 – Describe the types of equipment used for finish grading.
- Identify equipment used in finish grading.
- Describe how laser instruments are used in finish grading.
- Describe how a Global Positioning System (GPS) and a robotic total station are used in finish grading.
Learning Objective 2 – Explain methods used to stabilize soils and control soil erosion.
- Identify soil stabilizers and binders.
- Describe methods used in the application of soil binders.
- Describe methods used to control soil erosion.
Learning Objective 3 – Describe finish grading methods.
- Describe the use of grading specifications.
- Explain how finish grade is established for slopes.
- Explain how the finish subgrade and base are established.
- Describe grading methods used for ditches and trenches.
- Describe grading methods used on parking lots, sidewalks, and curbs.
Performance Task
Performance Task 1 (Learning Objective 3) – Establish a finish grade after a rough grade has been performed, according to instructions.
