Eurocode 2 Detailing Training Course

Course Outline

Aims & objectives

The course will enable engineers to understand the detailing requirements of Eurocode 2, including how to detail and schedule reinforcement for a number of element types. On completion of this course delegates will:

• Be able to determine lap lengths using Eurocode 2
• Be able to determine anchorage length using Eurocode 2
• Have an understand of the contents of BS 8666 / BS 4449 and Standard Method of detailing Structural Concrete.
• Have a knowledge of procurement routes for detailing and how to specify reinforcement
• Have an understanding of the responsibilities of the various parties in the detailing process
• Understand the detailing rules for specific elements in Eurocode 2
• Know how to draw and schedule reinforcement requirements

Day 1 – Morning session

• Overview of designing with Eurocode 2 and Standard Method of detailing Structural Concrete
• Procurement methods for reinforcement detailing
• BS 8666 and BS 4999
• CARES and identifying reinforcement bars

Day 1 – Afternoon session

• General rules for detailing, including:
o lap and anchorage lengths (including bond) including workshop
o Spacing, bundled bars, large diameter bars

Day 2 – Morning session

• Detailing rules for specific elements
o Beams, slabs and composite slabs (incl workshop)
o Flat slabs punching shear reinforcement (incl workshop)
o Columns (incl workshop)

Day 2 – Afternoon session

• Detailing rules for specific elements
o Walls (incl workshop)
o Retaining walls (incl workshop)
o Foundations (incl workshop)
• Other detailing topics
o Couplers
o Tying
o Historic

Course delivery methods

The course will be interactive, with delegates expected to participate throughout the day. Interaction will be encouraged through worked examples, and problems which delegates will be expected to solve. The exercises will be through hand sketches to demonstrate the principles, which can then be applied to CAD.

Intended for:

Engineers who require and understanding of how to detail and schedule reinforcement in the UK. Similar principles apply to other countries.

Pre-course requirements

Candidates should bring a calculator, pencil and ruler.

Course duration:

Days (hrs) 2 day (12 hours) CPD.

Cost: £695 + Vat

Concrete Detailing Training Course

Eurocode 2 detailing Training Course