The largest pavement materials laboratory in the southern hemisphere located at NTRO's National Transport Research Office.

National Laboratory Certification Program

The NTRO National Laboratory Tester Certification Program is designed for professionals working with asphalt, bituminous binders, and granular materials. Operating from the largest pavement materials laboratory in the Southern Hemisphere, this program equips testers with technical rigour and hands-on expertise in essential test methods.

About this course

Operating out of the largest pavement materials laboratory in the southern hemisphere, the program targets laboratory testers working with asphalt, bituminous binders, and granular materials.

This course, delivered in person, focuses on and equips attendees with technical rigour, addressing essential test methods conducted across the country. More than just training, attendees receive Certification in their demonstrated skillsets, offering added confidence to clientele regarding their technical competencies.

Certified testers will contribute to improved construction outcomes and road serviceability. The program is designed for continued growth, with refresher courses available triennially.

Course Outline

Available Courses

  • Laboratory Tester Certification: Bituminous Binders
  • Laboratory Tester Certification: Asphalt
  • Laboratory Tester Certification: Granular Material

Participant Course Fee

  • Bituminous Binders $10000.*
  • Asphalt / Granular Materials $6500.*

* Accurate as of March 2025.

Learning Outcomes

Benefits of Certification

For innovators and manufacturers:

  • Enhanced Workforce Skills: Boost employees’ expertise and knowledge.
  • Higher Productivity: Elevate employee performance and technical precision.
  • Competitive Advantage: Achieve a stronger position in the market.

Topics Covered

Offering

  • Theoretical understanding of materials and properties
  • Safety and practical handling skills
  • Practical understanding of laboratory tests and equipment
  • Competency assessment across suite of tests

Knowledge Transfer Accreditation

Learning Formats

Resources

Who is this for?

Registration Instructions

The following instructions should be followed by all MRPV personnel (including NELP and WGT) when registering for training.
If you are delivering road construction projects in Victoria, you must comply with the standards determined by the Victorian Government. These standards are covered in the following workshops.
For more information, please contact  MRPV-TechnicalTraining@roadprojects.vic.gov.au

MRPV Personnel
Other participants, contractors and MTIA participants

Available course levels.

Level 101

Certificate of Attendance
Price
$
CPD Hours
Learning Format

Level 102

Certificate of Merit
Price
$
CPD Hours
Learning Format

Level 103

Certificate of Applied Knowledge
Price
$
CPD Hours
Learning Format

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