CTQP Asphalt Mix Designer – Challenge Exam (Exam Only)
Earn your FDOT Asphalt Mix Designer qualification by taking the Challenge Exam — no need to attend the full training course. This product is exclusively for candidates who are ready to sit for the written examination only, skipping classroom instruction.
What Is the Asphalt Mix Designer Qualification?
The CTQP Asphalt Mix Designer qualification, administered under Florida’s Construction Training and Qualification Program (CTQP), certifies experienced bituminous specialists to design asphalt mixtures in accordance with FDOT Superpave specifications. Qualified Mix Designers demonstrate expertise in aggregates, bituminous materials, modified binders, volumetric calculations, RAP mixes, and Florida’s Superpave design criteria.
Unlike other CTQP asphalt qualifications, the Asphalt Mix Designer qualification is indefinite — meaning once you pass, there is no requalification requirement unless the credential is revoked.
What’s Included in the Challenge Exam
- Open-book written examination
- 4-hour multiple-choice format
- Electronically graded by the CTQP Administrator
- Results posted within approximately two weeks
- Passing grade: 70%
Who Is This Exam For?
This Challenge Exam is designed for professionals who:
- Already possess an active Asphalt Plant Level 1 (CTQP) qualification
- Have a minimum of 90 days of experience in asphalt plant operations or asphalt mix testing
- Have the knowledge to pass the exam without attending the full 3.5-day training course
⚠️ Note: Training course attendance is encouraged but not required for qualification per CTQP guidelines. This product covers the exam fee only.
Topics Covered in the Examination
The exam tests your knowledge on:
- Superpave mix design procedures and FDOT specification requirements
- Aggregate blending and proportioning calculations
- Volumetric criteria: air voids, VMA (Voids in Mineral Aggregate), and VFA (Voids Filled with Asphalt)
- Test methods reviewed in Asphalt Plant Level 1 training
- Standard report forms for mix design data
- FDOT mix design specification criteria
Qualification Details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam Format | Open-book, multiple choice |
| Duration | 4 hours |
| Passing Grade | 70% |
| Qualification Period | Indefinite (no requalification required) |
| Prerequisite | Active Asphalt Plant Level 1 + 90 days experience |
| Grading | CTQP Administrator (approx. 2 weeks) |
Ready to Get Qualified?
Complete your purchase, submit your application, and schedule your Asphalt Mix Designer Challenge Exam. For questions about eligibility or the CTQP qualification process, contact our team.



