Course Catalogue.

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

• Analyze and apply fundamental principles of civil engineering to diverse projects.
• Integrate materials and mechanics concepts into practical civil engineering applications.
• Evaluate structural designs and select optimal solutions for temporary and permanent structures.
• Diagnose common engineering challenges in pavements, bridges, and reinforced concrete structures, proposing effective solutions.
• Assess and prioritize the maintenance and repair needs of aging civil infrastructure.

Description
Engineering professionals involved in civil construction and infrastructure projects must understand fundamental civil engineering concepts. This course provides a practical foundation by exploring materials, mechanics, and construction methods in diverse applications. Participants will gain insights into designing and assessing pavements, bridges, and reinforced concrete structures while understanding the principles of prestressed and fibre-reinforced composites. Workshops and real-world problem-solving exercises ensure participants can confidently apply their knowledge in the field.

The curriculum includes discussions on temporary structures, formwork systems, and the critical aspects of pavement design and construction. Attendees will explore advanced techniques like non-destructive testing and condition assessment of bridges and aging structures, ensuring a comprehensive infrastructure evaluation and maintenance approach. Additional topics include damage mechanisms in concrete structures and innovative repair techniques, empowering participants to address infrastructure challenges effectively.

By completing this course, participants will acquire the skills to bridge gaps in knowledge, making them valuable contributors to civil engineering projects. Whether improving existing infrastructure or designing new systems, this course equips professionals with the tools to succeed in a rapidly evolving field.

Who Should Attend
This course is designed for a broad audience, including architects, plant engineers, and non-civil engineers from mechanical, electrical, mining, chemical, and agricultural backgrounds. It is also suitable for fabricators, manufacturers of civil systems, general contractors, and property managers. Professionals like municipal building officials, building inspectors, field review personnel, and directors of physical plants will benefit greatly from this course.

Additionally, project engineers, facility managers, and anyone seeking to expand their understanding of civil engineering fundamentals will find this course highly valuable. Whether transitioning into civil engineering roles or enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration, attendees will leave equipped with essential knowledge and practical skills to excel in the industry.

Course Syllabus

Day I

Welcome, Introduction, Workshop Preview, Learning Outcomes, and Assessment Method

Civil Engineering Disciplines

• Structural engineering
• Geotechnical engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Water resources engineering
• Transportation engineering
• Construction engineering
• Geomatics and surveying engineering
• Urban planning
• Other related disciplines

Section and Structural Properties

• Stress-strain behaviour
• Stiffness
• Section Properties
• Strength and factors of safety
• The concept of limit state design

Loads, Mechanics, Stress and Strain

• Loads and equilibrium
• Determinate and indeterminate structures
• Axial loading
• Bending
• Torsion
• Shear
• Combined loading

Day II

Civil Engineering Construction Materials

• Cement and concrete
• Aggregates
• Mineral and chemical admixtures
• Concrete mixtures and proportioning
• Asphalt cement and concrete
• Wood and timber
• Steel
• Fiber-reinforced composites

Roads and Pavements

• Pavement design principles
• Traffic data for road design
• Soil data for pavement design
• Weather data for pavement design
• Design of flexible pavements
• Design of rigid pavements

Foundations

• Different types of foundations
• Basic Concept of Foundation Design
• Shallow foundations
• Foundation under machines
• Pile foundations

Day III

Temporary Structures and Formwork

• Shoring and scaffolding
• Formwork systems
• Formwork for columns
• Formwork for slabs and beams
• Formwork for bridges

Structural Design

• Design codes and standards
• Reinforced concrete design
• Slabs
• Beams
• Columns
• Shear walls
• Footings
• Retaining walls
• Prestressed concrete

Non-Destructive Testing and Condition Assessment

• Ultrasonic transmission
• Impact echo
• Infrared thermography
• Ground penetrating radar
• Corrosion NDT techniques

Damage Mechanisms of Concrete Structures and Repair Techniques

• Corrosion
• Freeze-thaw damage
• Sulfate attack on concrete
• Alkali aggregate reactivity damage
• Fire damage
• Surface repair techniques
• Structural strengthening techniques

Questions and Answers, Feedback on Achievement of Learning Outcomes