This research study of pavement smoothness measurement was conducted in order to develop and implement an improved highway smoothness construction specification on asphalt concrete pavements. Achieving a higher level of smoothness on highways during construction results in savings to the taxpayer due to reduced wear and tear on vehicles, and longer highway life. Although the current ADOT specification used for highway smoothness addresses localized smoothness problems, it is difficult to administer due to the measurement system used, and provides little impetus to the contractor to improve his quality of work with respect to overall highway smoothness. This study provided data to assist ADOT in developing a new smoothness specification that would provide incentive to contractors to construct smoother pavements and which is easier for ADOT to administer. In order to provide incentive to contractors, a pavement smoothness construction quality control draft specification and associated measurement procedure was produced.

This document is a supplement to the Academic Catalog Archive 2022-2023 published in November 2022. It is the record of policies and programs that experienced changes since the publication of the Academic Catalog Archive 2022-2023. It also contains additional policies that were not provided within the Academic Catalog Archive 2022-2023 because information was unavailable at the time of publication.

This document is an archival record of ASU’s instructional faculty. Faculty listed are involved in undergraduate and graduate instruction and research for the 2022-2023 academic year. Each individual’s name and title are followed by the current department. In addition, the type of terminal degree held, issuing institution and date of conferral are listed. 

This document provides an archival record of the academic programs offered during the 2023-2024 academic year. It is a printable option of the online catalog for accreditation organizations, agencies and university offices for data collection, evaluation purposes and referencing. The information and links presented in this archive may no longer be accurate. For current catalog information, refer to the online version of the academic catalog.

Corrections or additions to the Academic Catalog Archive 2023-2024 program information and major maps, as of August 2023, may be provided in a future addendum. For inquiries or questions, please contact academic.catalog@asu.edu.

Pavements represent one of the largest capital investments in Arizona’s aviation system. Timely airport pavement maintenance and rehabilitation are crucial because repairs are much more costly once the condition deteriorates below a certain level. Additionally, airport pavement weaknesses, such as cracks and loose debris, pose a significant safety risk to aircraft.