AASHTO Publications Plan Reading: Culvert Plans (1.5 PDHs) TC3CN016-15-T1

This course offers professional development hours (PDHs). You will see the PDHs on your course completion certificate, which also serves as documentation of your attendance. PDH requirements vary, therefore, it is up to you to determine whether or not this particular course qualifies under your State or board requirements. Course overview: The ability to read plans is essential for anyone involved in highway and/or bridge construction. This training reviews the information found in a culvert plan. This training is part of the curriculum from the Plan Reading Series, which covers both basic plan reading instructions as well as providing a more in-depth level of instruction for anyone seeking more information and/or a review of plan reading. The other Web-based training modules include: • Highway Plan Reading Basics (TC3CN009-15-T1) • Grading Plans (TC3CN010-15-T1) • Traffic Control Plans (TC3CN011-15-T1) • Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (TC3CN012-15-T1) • Right-of-Way Plans (TC3CN013-15-T1) • County Plans (TC3CN014-15-T1) • Culvert Plans (TC3CN016-15-T1) Training level: This training is recommended for the Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council levels II, III, and IV. Target audience: This training is designed for those involved in the construction process and/or maintenance activities of highways and/or highway structures. It is applicable to anyone desiring a better understanding of plan reading. Learning outcomes: Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: • Identify the major components of a culvert; • Describe the information provided in a culvert plan; and • Using a culvert plan, explain details of the project.