BITUMINOUS PRODUCT

Specific Objectives
By the end of the sub-module unit, the trainee should be able to:
 * 1) describe types of bituminous materials
 * 2) explain the process of manufacturing bituminous products
 * 3) outline the use of bituminous products in construction
 * 4) explain properties of various bituminous products
 * 5) outline the procedure of carrying out tests on bitumen

Content
-	bitumen -	coal -	pitch -	tanking -	road construction -	water proofing -	fillers -	 viscosity -	stability -	strength
 * Bituminous materials
 * Manufacturing process
 * Uses of bituminous products
 * Properties of bituminous products
 * Procedure of tests on bitumen

Specific Objectives
By the end of the sub-module unit, the trainee should be able to:
 * 1) select appropriate bituminous materials for a task
 * 2) carry out laboratory tests on bituminous materials

Content
-	viscosity -	stability -	strength
 * Selection of bituminous materials
 * Laboratory tests

==Competences Ability to:
 * Apply bituminous products in construction effectively

Suggested Teaching/Learning Resources

 * Text books
 * Materials
 * Tools
 * Manufacturers catalogues
 * Field trips

Suggested Learning Activities

 * Discussion
 * Demonstration
 * Carry out tests

Suggested Assessment Methods

 * Observation
 * Oral
 * Written reports
 * Methods
 * Assessments

UNIT LESSON

 * 1) Bituminous materials
 * 2) Manufacturing process
 * 3) Uses of bituminous products
 * 4) Properties of bituminous products
 * 5) Procedure of tests on bitumen