Georgia Department of Transportation Exams

The Athens Technical College Economic Development Department administers the written portion of the GDOT Aggregate Certification, Roadway Testing Technician (RTT), Quality Control Technician Level 1 Certification (QCT Asphalt), and Soil Testing Technician examinations.

When:
The exams are offered every 1st and 3rd Tuesday and begin at 9:00 A.M. (Please arrive at least 30 minutes early)

  • The Aggregate Certification Examination is timed for 3 hours.

  • The Roadway Testing Technician (RTT) Examination is timed for 3 hours.

  • The Quality Control Technician (QCT) Level 1 Examination is timed for 2 hours.

  • The Soil Testing Technician (STT) Examination is timed for 3 hours.

Note that you must wait 30 days to retake the exam after your first failed attempt, 90 days after your second failed attempt, and 1 year after your third failed attempt.

Where:

 H building on the Athens Campus – Room H-745.

Cost: 

Each exam is $150.00 (to be paid online when registering OR on the day of the exam at the Cashier’s Desk located in the H building).
Payment Method: Cash, Check (bring your driver’s license with you), Money Order, Mastercard, Visa, or Discover.

To register, please contact John Usry at 706-357-0050 or jusry@athenstech.edu. Online registration can be submitted using the GDOT Exams link below. 

Pearson Vue Testing Center

Pearson VUE test centers are proctored environments. The admission process is designed to prevent proxy testing. IDs are checked and the electronic photo and signature of the candidate is captured. Unlike traditional testing environments, Pearson VUE centers are designed to be distraction-free with ample space between candidates enabling them to better focus on their test. 

Registration for all exams is done through the program provider or by visiting :

Pearson VUE Testing

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