Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Become familiar with the different types of structures and identify structure components
• Understand the basics of a bridge and culvert inspection, rehabilitation and construction
• Understand the importance of good bridge and culvert maintenance
• Understand the importance of sound construction practices for bridges and culverts
• Apply ‘classroom’ notions to inspect and visit various types of bridges and culverts in the area

Description:
Come and join us in our rolling classroom for a day. There will be presentations and discussions, but you will mostly be in the field, developing a trained eye for understanding bridges and culverts and identifying key elements and issues that are at the heart of today’s infrastructure challenges.

You will experience first-hand the importance of bridge and structure maintenance and observe areas of concern.

Course outline:

• Introduction & familiarization of the importance of regular inspections
• Introduction of the fundamentals of bridge components and behavior
• Introduce and familiarize with common & structural defects bridges
• Introduction of participants to OSIM
• Networking & sharing of information with fellow attendees

Who should attend:
Supervisors responsible for the management, inspection & maintenance of local bridges & culverts, and also: Maintenance Field Staff • Structural Engineers & Technical Staff • Municipal & Provincial DOT Staff • Consultants & Contractors • Engineering Students & Faculty