CIVL484: Repair & Maintenance of Concrete
Year and Semester
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4, Fall 2015-2016
Credit Hour
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(3,1) 3
Pre/Co requisite(s)
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CIVL283 & CIVL284
Course web page
:
http://civil.emu.edu.tr/courses/civl484
Catalog Description:
Concrete behaviour: embedded metal corrosion, disintegration mechanisms, moisture effects, thermal effects, load effects, faulty
workmanship, concrete evaluation: test methods for concrete evaluation, surface repair: analysis strategy & design, material
requirements, material selection, surface preparation, reinforcing steel cleaning repair & protection, bond repair materials to
existing concrete, placement methods, strengthening & stabilization: techniques/design considerations, beam shear capacity
strengthening, shear transfer strengthening between members, stress reduction techniques, column strengthening, flexural
strengthening, connection stabilization and strengthening, crack stabilization, protection: strategies, methods.
Prerequisite by Topic:
CIVL284 Materials of Construction
Textbook:
Concrete Repair and Maintenance Illustrated, Peter H. Emmons, Reed Construction Data, 1993.
References:
1. Corrosion of Steel in Concrete: Understanding, investigation and repair, John P. Broomfield, E & FN Spon, 1997.
2. Durability of Concrete Structures: investigation, repair, protection, Edited by Geoffrey Mays, Chapman & Hall, 1991.
3. Properties of Concrete, AM Neville, Prentice Hall, Fourth Edition, 2002.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. know the terms associated with repairing and maintenance of concrete,
2. know factors causing deterioration of concrete/reinforced concrete,
3. learn how to repair and maintain concrete,
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learn the concrete protective measures.
Course Outcomes:
At the end of the course the students will be able to develop:
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Knowledge and understanding of behavior of concrete under different conditions and environments.
Knowledge and understanding of testing methods for concrete evaluation.
Knowledge and understanding of repair & strengthening of concrete.
Knowledge and understanding of protection of concrete.
Working in a team for a project related to repair & maintenance of concrete.
Writing & presenting the project.
Collaborative study and independent learning.
Weekly Teaching Plan:
Week 1
Introduction to course (3 Classes)
Course objectives, course description, introduction to repair and maintenance of concrete.
Week 2-3
Part one- Concrete Behavior (6 Classes)
Embedded metal corrosion, disintegration mechanisms, moisture effect. Thermal effects, load effects, faulty
workmanship
Week 4-6
Part two- Concrete Evaluation (9 Classes)
Test methods.
Week 7-8
Part three- Surface Repair (6 Classes)
Analysis, strategy & design, material requirements, material selection. Surface preparation, reinforced steel
cleaning, repair and protection, bonding repair materials to existing concrete, placement methods.
Week 9-10
Part four-Strengthening & Stabilization (6 Classes)
Techniques/design considerations, beam shear capacity strengthening, shear transfer strengthening between
members. Stress reduction techniques, column strengthening, flexural strengthening, connection stabilization &
strengthening, crack stabilization
Week 11-13
Part five-Protection (6 Classes)
Strategies and methods
Course Professional Component:
Engineering Topics:
3 credits
Computer Usage:
The students are encouraged to prepare their homework and term paper by using computer and also perform research on their
term papers via internet.
Teaching Techniques:
Power point presentation and multimedia tools are used in class rooms. Tutorials are organised to establish a closer contact with
students on related term projects. At the end of semester, each team will write and submit a report related to the subject. There
will be oral presentation by each team related to the project prepared at the end of semester. At least one week-end is organized to
visit a building or structure that is being repaired.
Laboratory/Studio Works:
The students are taught the basic experimental procedures followed for quality control (destructive and nondestructive test
methods) and inspection of concrete at the laboratory. After each laboratory session, a technical report will be prepared and
submitted to the instructor.
Grading Policy:
Homework/Quiz
10%
Midterm Examination
30%
Term paper (report & presentation)
15%
Laboratory reports
10%
Final Examination
35%
Attendance is compulsory and absenteeism of more than 70% of classes will cause grade “F”. Students with poor interest, poor
attendance, and lack of two examination are graded NG.
Contribution of the course to program educational objectives and outcomes:
The course helped achieve the following educational objectives:
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Produce graduates with contemporary engineering knowledge, environmental awareness, ethics and necessary technical
and computer skills for a successful professional life,
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Produce graduates with advanced knowledge, skills and practical information that will equip them with the necessary
tools either for work in industry or pursuing further studies in the areas of civil engineering,
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Possess the foundation required and an appreciation for the value of continuing professional development in
maintaining their professional competence.
The course makes significant contributions to the following program outcomes:
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an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering,
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an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams,
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an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems,
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an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility,
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an ability to communicate effectively,
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a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning,
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a knowledge of contemporary issues,
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an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice,