Concrete Technology and Construction for Tanking Specialists
- Introduction to essential properties of concrete structures.
- Understanding concrete strength, durability, and density.
- Identifying causes of cracks in concrete structures.
- Learning about different types of joints in concrete.
- Preparing surfaces for waterproofing applications.
Overview
Concrete Training is a course focusing on the essential properties of concrete structures. The course covers topics such as the nature of hardened concrete, strength, durability, density, causes of cracks, types of joints, finishes to concrete surfaces, and preparation of surfaces for waterproofing applications. The aim is to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of concrete properties and applications in construction.
Who should attend
Engineers, Architects
Course Content
(A training course on the essential properties of concrete structures)
Course Content
Introduction
The nature of hardened concrete
Strength
Durability
Density
Watertightness
Causes of cracks in insitu concrete, screeds and lightweight concrete on suspended decks
Structural cracking
Autogenous shrinkage
Plastic shrinkage cracking
Plastic settlement
Plastic shrinkage
Thermal contraction cracking
Drying shrinkage cracking
Creep
Types of joint in concrete
Construction joints and day joints
Movement joints
Contraction
Expansion
Watertight joints
Water bars
Hydrophyllic water stops
Finishes to concrete surfaces
Formed
Unformed
Preparation of surfaces to accept spray-applied liquid waterproofing for structural and tanking
applications.
Duration: 1 Day
Cost:£295 + VAT
Concrete Training Scotland
