The assessment and appraisal of early concrete structures can require a different approach to modern methods of analysis and this course will cover how to interpret visual signs to determine their structural significance. The most common types of decay and failure will be discussed together with the investigations and tests that are needed as part of well-considered appraisal.

Course Overview

Reinforced concrete was the pre-eminent building material of the 20th century and there are an increasing number of buildings and structures from this period that are being given statutory protection.

The conservation-based appraisal and repair of historic concrete is still a relatively new area and this can bring challenges and opportunities. How historic concrete is appraised and repaired can have significant implications for its appearance and future performance.

This 1 day course will look at the various forms of reinforced concrete from the 19th and 20th century and cover some of the major patented systems such as Hennebique. The assessment and appraisal of early concrete structures can require a different approach to modern methods of analysis and we shall look at how to interpret visual signs to determine their structural significance.

The most common types of decay and failure will be discussed together with the investigations and tests that are needed as part of well-considered appraisal. 

A range of case studies of repairs of a number of different building types from a range of dates will look at the approach to its repair and their implementation. As well as lectures the course will include a visit to look at some of Dublin’s historic reinforced concrete buildings to make a ‘on the spot’ appraisal of the structure and condition and discuss the possible approaches to their repair.

ACEI Members are very welcome to avail of the Member rate by contacting CPD Hotline: +353 (0)1 665 1305 cpdtraining@engineersireland.ie

Further details are available here.

7 CPD award hours