Structures & Buildings (Including Eurocodes)

This two-day course focuses on providing guidance for assessing and maintaining bridge structures in the UK. It covers the deterioration of common bridge materials, Highways Agency requirements, and maintenance procedures. The course aims to help delegates understand bridge performance issues and develop appropriate assessment, maintenance, and repair strategies. By the end of the course, participants should be able to identify defects, plan surveys, conduct design assessments, select repair systems, and specify repair programs. The course is designed for professional staff involved in the assessment and maintenance of road and rail bridges.

This one-day course delves into the background of retaining walls, referencing relevant Codes of Practice like BS8004, BS8002, and EC7. Through slides and hardware demonstrations, practical applications are illustrated. Worked examples in the notes and group tutorials allow for hands-on practice. The course covers topics such as the form and function of retaining walls, soil pressure concepts, earth pressures, and design requirements for various types of walls. It emphasizes a learner-centered approach with practical exercises and group discussions.

This one-day course focuses on asphalt technology and best practices for road construction. Topics include selecting asphalt mixtures, using recycled materials, laying asphalt, compaction, and improving skid resistance. Led by Jeff Farrington, an expert in British Standards Asphalt, the course offers practical guidance and support for delegates dealing with asphalt-related issues. Participants can benefit from free email consultations with Jeff for a year after the course.

This two-day training course is designed for Project Managers and covers a comprehensive range of topics related to concrete properties, materials, composition, testing, specifications, and quality management. Led by Course Tutor Tony Binns MCIPD (Chartered) MICT, the course includes sessions on concrete types, finishes, mix design, quality schemes, on-site management, testing methods, and recent technological advancements. Participants will gain knowledge on concrete standards, performance specifications, and practical skills for ensuring concrete quality and conformity on construction sites.

This one-day course provides an introduction to designing masonry using Eurocode 6, focusing on key elements of the new design code. Participants will learn about the Eurocode suite, Eurocode 6's structure and operation, and key features of Part 1-1 Eurocode 6. The course includes tutorials on designing vertically and laterally loaded walls and panels. It is intended for civil and structural engineering designers interested in masonry design using EN1996-1-1. The course is interactive, with practical design examples, and led by a Chartered Civil and Structural Engineer involved in developing Eurocode 6.

This one-day introductory course on Basic Reinforced Concrete Detailing to Eurocode 2 (EN 1992) aims to equip delegates with the knowledge and skills to understand detailing principles, responsibilities, information transmission, compliance checks, and good practice rules. The course covers documentation, drawing practices, detailing methods, bar bending schedules, and more. It targets novice Civil/Structural Technicians and Detailers, offering hands-on exercises and practical insights into the construction process. No previous detailing experience is required.

This one-day course is designed for construction managers, site supervisors, and technicians to learn about controlling concrete on site. The course covers topics such as fresh concrete, consistence requirements, concrete strength, durability, placing and compacting concrete, curing, accepting readymix on site, sampling and testing fresh concrete, and includes a session for questions, answers, and discussions.

This one-day course focuses on providing a comprehensive introduction to the conceptual design of railway bridges in the UK. It covers key aspects such as design considerations, materials, construction techniques, and specific load requirements unique to railway structures. Participants will learn about modelling, analysis, special installation techniques, and design for concrete and steel components. The course is intended for graduates, designers, project managers, and construction engineers interested in railway bridge design, as well as highway bridge engineers seeking to broaden their knowledge.