Course Overview:
This course covers the latest techniques for strengthening and rehabilitating engineering structures and infrastructure. It provides practical and modern solutions to the challenges faced by existing structures, whether due to deterioration, increased load demands, or changes in usage. The course also explores advanced materials and modern technologies used to enhance the performance of these structures.
Course Objectives:
- Introduce participants to the latest methods and technologies for strengthening and rehabilitating structures.
- Equip participants with the skills to identify structural issues and offer optimal solutions for strengthening or repair.
- Train participants on the use of advanced materials such as Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) and high-performance concrete.
- Provide participants with the ability to assess the structural condition of buildings and create appropriate rehabilitation plans.
- Raise awareness about the importance of preventive maintenance and its role in extending the lifespan of structures.
Training Content:
- Introduction to the causes of structural deterioration and the need for strengthening and rehabilitation.
- Techniques for assessing and evaluating the structural condition of buildings.
- Materials used in structural strengthening (FRP, reinforced concrete, modern adhesives).
- Methods for strengthening columns, beams, and foundations.
- Rehabilitation of historical structures and old buildings.
- Preventive maintenance and its significance in prolonging the life of structures.
- Case studies of successful structural strengthening and rehabilitation projects.
- Practical applications of strengthening and rehabilitation techniques in field projects.
Target Audience:
- Civil and architectural engineers.
- Project managers and contractors.
- Structural engineers.
- Infrastructure maintenance engineers.
- Engineering consulting firms.
- Technicians specialized in building maintenance.
- Anyone interested in structural strengthening and rehabilitation techniques.
This course aims to equip engineers and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply the latest techniques in structural maintenance and strengthening, ultimately contributing to the extended lifespan and improved performance of buildings and infrastructure.
