Use this link to see a short Video from NCAT about the Asphalt Technology Course
Click here TO APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP to attend the NCAT Technology Course, February 22 to 26, 2027.
Application Deadline is December 1, 2026
Announcement: Now accepting application for 2027 NCAT Technology Course
Background: The Colorado Chapter of the American Public Works Association and the Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association (CAPA) established a scholarship program to expand on the asphalt education opportunities persons who are involved in the design, testing quality control, production, management, supervision, or direction of capital and maintenance projects. Funding has been obtained through both organizations to support asphalt pavement related training and educational opportunities for personnel employed by public work agencies in Colorado, contractors and consultants.
Program: The primary training opportunity that is being presented is the Asphalt Technology Coursetaught at the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) at Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama. The purpose of this one-week intensive course is to provide a general understanding of all phases of HMA technology. Upon completion, the participant will be able to make knowledgeable decisions related to HMA pavements and communicate effectively with asphalt specialists and contractors when the need arises. The course will be held the week of February 22, 2027.
For more information, contact NCAT at (334) 844-6241 or by visiting their web site at: eng.auburn.edu/research/centers/ncat/education/training-courses/industry/asphalt-technology.html
To apply: To apply for the APWA/CAPA Asphalt Technology Scholarship, complete the application form online and mail or email a letter of endorsement/recommendation from an agency official and/or supervisor from your organization as well as concurrence from an industry representative to the address as shown below. Those individuals awarded the scholarship and accepted into the program will then be enrolled in the Asphalt Technology Course by CAPA. For more information, contact Lydia King at (303) 741-6148 ([email protected])
Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association
6880 S. Yosemite Ct., Suite 110
Centennial, Colorado 80112
(303) 741-6148
Costs: Each attendee is responsible for all travel costs (room, airline, rental car, etc.), although the scholarship funding stipend of $2500 provided, will help to minimize the expenses for individual attendees. Tuition expenses are covered and paid for by CAPA through the APWA/CAPA Scholarship.
Who should apply: City and County Engineers, Pavement Program Managers, Road & Bridge Supervisors, Public Works Directors, Consultants and Contractors. Selections will be made cooperatively by a joint APWA/CAPA Committee and will be based on the letter of interest/recommendation and position applicability. APWA and CAPA membership in good standing is required. The scholarships will typically not be awarded to an agency or company in two consecutive years.