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.