activities · 4
what they do
direct service · 4
- Administers certification exams for asphalt, field, and soils/aggregates technicians Construction Materials Testing CertificationOffers scheduled certification exams for asphalt, field, and soils/aggregates technicians throughout 2025 and 2026, including standard and emergency exam options, with public listing of certified technicians and their certification status.
- Conducts standardized materials testing for soils and bituminous mixtures Construction Materials Testing CertificationPerforms laboratory and field testing of construction materials using standardized methods, including liquid limit (AASHTO T89), plastic limit (AASHTO T90), Proctor density, sand cone field density, calcium carbide moisture content, and Rice Test for bituminous mixtures.
- Manages exam logistics and policies Construction Materials Testing CertificationExpands seating capacity for field exams, implements retake fees for non-ADOT technicians, and enforces COVID-19 safety protocols during exams to ensure operational safety and fairness.
- Provides exam preparation resources and review classes Certification Exam AdministrationOffers review classes (one or two days depending on exam type), online study guides, and instructional videos to help applicants prepare for certification exams, with review sessions included in the registration fee.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Clear operational policies for exam administration operational_policyImplements structured policies for exam reservations, cancellations, substitutions, and rescheduling—including deadlines and associated fees—to ensure operational efficiency and accountability.
- Compliance with public health and safety protocols public_health_guideline_complianceAligns testing operations with state and federal public health guidelines to ensure safe examination conditions during emergencies.
- Expansion of field exam access capacity_expansionIncreases availability and accessibility of certification exams by expanding seating capacity for field examinations, enabling more technicians to participate.
- Financial incentive for exam preparation incentive-based_preparationUses retake fees as a financial incentive to encourage technicians to adequately prepare for certification exams on their first attempt.
- Provision of technical training materials technical_training_materialsSupports technician learning and accurate field performance by providing instructional materials, calculation guides, and handouts for technical procedures such as soils testing and air void determination in bituminous mixtures.
- Structured technical certification through scheduled exams scheduled_certification_examsOffers regular, scheduled examination events to assess field knowledge and certify technicians in specialized areas such as Asphalt, Field, and Soils/Aggregates, ensuring consistent and accessible evaluation opportunities.
named programs · 1
what they call their work
Technician Certification Program
Issues and maintains certifications for technicians in asphalt, soils/aggregate, and field testing, with expiration tracking and renewal requirements
relationships · 3
who they work with
- Arizona Department of Transportation Partner — Maintains an unchanged contract with ATTI that allows ADOT employees to continue receiving free exam retakes.
- CDC Government — Source of recommended health guidelines followed by ATTI for exam safety procedures.
- State of Arizona Government — Source of recommended health guidelines followed by ATTI for exam safety procedures.