Concrete technology, Structural Analysis, Design of Reinforced Concrete structure, Earthquake Engineering
Reinforced concrete structure has always been the first choice for the construction industry world over. This composite material has proved its robustness and versatility, however considering it to be an immortal material and taking it for granted has resulted into many catastrophic failure which could have been averted with prior precautionary measures. Concrete structures are subjected to constant deterioration due to effects of ageing, inadequate maintenance, severe environmental exposure, penetration of catalytic agencies such as moisture, gases like CO2 & oxygen, chloride ions, industrial pollutants, abuse (over-used and misused) etc. This deterioration needs to be timely arrested before it leads to irreversible damage making it imperative to repair and upgrade (retrofit/strengthening) the current stock of deteriorated and
deficient structures. This course has been designed with an aim to give the students an insight into the subject of concrete repair, its protection and strengthening.
After learning the course the students should be able to:
1. Identify and define all the terms and concepts associated with deterioration of concrete structures.
2. Carry out the damage assessment and Rapid Visual inspection of a building showing signs of deterioration and thus should be able to detect the possible cause /source of deterioration.
3. Develop a knowhow of the Concrete repair industry equipped with variety of repair materials and techniques.
4. Describe and apply the importance of quality control in concrete construction and significance of protection and maintenance of structures.