Continuing Education

Roadbuilders Certificate

The NAIT Roadbuilders Certificate program provides a solid foundation in all aspects of the Road Building industry. Whether you are working in road construction or want to get into the industry, the Roadbuilders Certificate can help you on your path to a successful career.

Learn how to describe and implement engineering and construction best practices in the fields of transportation, geotechnical applications and pavement materials. Explore the means and methods necessary to participate in the construction of public infrastructure, develop a broad technical understanding of the industry and demonstrate communication skills required for success.

With over 750 companies either working in or servicing the roadbuilding industry in Alberta alone, the job opportunities and room for advancement available to graduates are significant. Road building and heavy construction are expected to remain healthy and vibrant and continue to grow as an industry.

The NAIT Roadbuilders Certificate was developed in partnership with the Alberta Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) and is highly regarded in the road construction industry. Upon successful completion of all 9 courses, you will be eligible to receive this Certificate of Achievement.

Courses

Quick Facts

Credential: Certificate Achievement

An approved non-credit program that has a formal summative assessment component, has mappped program or course outcomes, and is subject to a regular quality curriculum review process.

Delivery Modes:

  • Varies by Class - Delivery mode varies by class. See Courses and Advanced Credit to view course scheduling details.

Delivery Times:

    Career Opportunities

    Roadbuilders are typically employed by companies providing construction, inspection and related services in office and field environments within the road construction industry. With over 750 companies either working in or servicing the roadbuilding industry in Alberta alone, job opportunities are abundant, and there is plenty of room for advancement. Specific career areas may include:

    • Equipment Operator
    • Road Construction Foreman
    • Concrete/Asphalt Finisher
    • Earthworks Foreman
    • Road Construction Labour
    • Quality Control Coordinator
    • Asphalt/Concrete Plant Operator
    • Surveyor

    Certification

    The NAIT Roadbuilders Certificate was developed in partnership with the Alberta Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) and is highly regarded in the road construction industry.

    Learn more about the ARHCA

    Students must successfully complete all required courses within the certificate of their choice to be eligible for a Certificate of Achievement.

    Delivery Options

    The Roadbuilders Certificate courses are delivered online during evenings and weekends.

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    Funding Options

    Courses, certificates and transfer credits

    Technology Requirements

    Delivery Methods

    • Face to Face: Where: In-person meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Face-to-face instruction at all class meetings. Location may be on campus or at a worksite.
    • Blended: Where: Mixture of in-person & online components. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Combination of face-to-face and online components at specific times. Some online components may be accessed online anytime.
    • Hyflex: Where: Choice to attend in-person or online meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. For each class, students choose to attend in-person with the instructor or online at a specific time.
    • Remote Live Delivery: Where: Online with instructor. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Instruction is delivered at set times online. Students do not come to campus.
    • Remote On-Demand Delivery: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online. While there are no set class meetings, there may be set due dates and deadlines for some activities. Students may interact with peers through virtual tools.
    • Remote Independent: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online, with no instructor support. While students choose when to do coursework, there may be set due dates and deadlines. 
    • Work Placement: Where: In-person meetings. When: Work is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Onsite work integrated learning. Location at a worksite.
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