Virtual Learning

Introduction to Roadway Materials Sampling and Testing

• Mar 26, 2025
  Virtual Learning (desktop/laptop and mobile devices)

The above opportunity and more can be accessed by visiting the TLN Learning Management System (LMS).

Description

In this presentation, we will explore the history and evolution of quality assurance in roadway materials sampling and testing, highlighting the critical role these processes play in ensuring durable, safe, and cost-effective infrastructure. We will discuss the origins of quality assurance practices, key milestones that have shaped industry standards, and the fundamental reasons why sampling and testing are essential to modern construction projects. Attendees will gain insights into how quality assurance has evolved to meet the demands of advancing technology, regulatory requirements, and the need for long-term performance.

Speaker(s)

Dennis Dvorak, retired from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) at the end of 2024. He served as a Pavement and Materials Engineer with the FHWA Resource Center for more than 20 years. Mr. Dvorak specializes in material quality assurance issues and he has provided technical assistance and training to FHWA Division Offices, State Departments of Transportation and industry in all 50 states as well as internationally. He holds a BS in Civil Engineering and a MS in Engineering from the University of Nebraska.

Target Audience

All construction, materials, and maintenance staff involved in roadway construction, maintenance, and materials selection.