Description

Course Name: Certificate in Road Construction and Maintenance

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/C/CRCM/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The Certificate in Road Construction and Maintenance course is designed to provide participants with the technical skills and practical knowledge necessary for the effective construction and inspection of road infrastructure. The course covers all stages of road construction, including site preparation, earthworks, subgrade stabilization, pavement layering (granular base, asphalt, concrete), drainage installation, and quality control procedures.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Road Construction: Overview of Road Types and Classifications, Functions and Layers of Road Pavement, Road Construction Standards and Guidelines, Roles and Responsibilities of a Road Construction Technician, Basic Surveying and Setting Out Techniques, Road Project Planning and Lifecycle.

Module 2: Road Materials and Testing: Types of Soils and Their Properties, Aggregates and Bituminous Materials, Concrete for Road Construction, Material Sampling and Laboratory Testing, Field Testing Methods (CBR, Density, Moisture), Quality Control of Construction Materials.

Module 3: Earthworks and Subgrade Preparation: Clearing and Grubbing Operations, Excavation, Filling and Compaction Techniques, Subgrade Evaluation and Improvement, Use of Geotextiles and Stabilizers, Equipment Used in Earthworks, Drainage and Erosion Control Measures.

Module 4: Pavement Construction Techniques: Construction of Granular and Stabilized Sub-base/Base, Asphalt Pavement Construction Methods, Rigid Pavement (Concrete) Construction Techniques, Joint Construction and Finishing, Paving Equipment Operation and Maintenance, Curing, Rolling, and Surface Finishing Procedures.

Module 5: Roadside Structures and Safety Measures: Construction of Shoulders and Side Drains, Installation of Culverts and Minor Bridges, Road Signage and Marking, Traffic Safety and Control Devices, Temporary Traffic Management During Construction, Environmental Protection and Waste Handling.

Module 6: Supervision, Maintenance and Documentation: Site Supervision and Work Monitoring, Record-Keeping and Daily Reporting, Preventive and Routine Maintenance of Roads, Identification and Repair of Common Road Defects, Coordination with Engineers and Surveyors, Compliance with Health and Safety Standards.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions	Marks Each Question	Total Marks
1	10	5	50
2	5	4	20
3	5	3	15
4	5	2	10
5	5	1	5
	30		100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.	Marks	Grade
1	91-100	O (Outstanding)
2	81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3	71-80	A (Very Good)
4	61-70	B (Good)
5	50-60	P (Pass)
6	0-49	F (Fail)

 

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.