The first day will consist of a series of lectures to familiarize delegates with basic concepts regarding the engineering geological appraisal of construction materials. Presentation will focus on introducing concepts such as the requirements of materials for low volume, unpaved road layer works.
Current aggregate research that are being conducted in South Africa will be presented. We will also discuss legislative requirements for the proclamination of new quarries and borrow areas. The day will conclude with specific requirements for concrete and asphalt aggregate.
The second day will consist of additional lectures on deleterious minerals in aggregates and will conclude with a field visit to two quarries near the airport.
For registration please contact SAIEG on: secretariat@saieg.co.za