Course Catalogue.

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

• Evaluate and undertake condition inspections of existing marine structures
• Apply the learned methods and strategies in the repair and rehabilitation of concrete, steel and timber marine structures
• Develop repair and rehabilitation programs for existing marine structures

Description
Marine structures, including piers, docks, wharves, seawalls, and breakwaters, are vital components of the shipping, passenger ferry, cruise line, and fishing industries. Various components of a structure typically begin to deteriorate soon after construction and require inspection and maintenance to identify deteriorated components before the impacts compromise the structure’s performance. Many existing marine structures are past their expected service lives and require inspection and rehabilitation to remain safe and functional. Marine structures can also sustain physical damage due to overloading, ship impacts, adverse weather conditions, and environmental effects.

After conducting a structural condition inspection, engineers must develop a repair, rehabilitation, and maintenance program necessary to meet operational requirements and maintain or extend the remaining service life of the marine structure.

Course Outline

• Principles of marine structure deterioration
• Inspection planning, methods and techniques
• Common repair and protection practices
• Extending a marine structure’s service life
• Impacts of climate change
• Life-cycle management and maintenance programs
• Designing to minimize deterioration

Who Should Attend
Marine Facility Engineers and Managers • Public Maritime Infrastructure Managers • Harbour Masters • Maritime Facility Owners • Civil and Structural Engineers • Construction Professionals • Project Managers • Marine Insurance Professionals