Introduction to components of asphalt, plant operations, sampling, aggregate proportioning, and job mix formulas. Intended audience is plant personnel that have an impact on quality of asphalt mix produced and Materials QA personnel. Class is suggested for loader operators, plant operators and ground crew. Class is mandatory for any plant person that will perform sampling. Exam and proficiency required for certification. Course is a prerequisite for Asphalt Plant Level II and may be taken consecutively with the Asphalt Plant Level II class. This is an online Canvas course. The test is an online VDOT Materials Certification Exam within Canvas. Testing will occur at VCCS community college testing centers or the test can be taken remotely with the Respondus lockdown browser. Technical requirements are listed in your Canvas course.