CIV4233

Concrete technology

(ENG)

J G Sanjayan

3 points + 26 lectures, 6 tutorials and 7 hours laboratory classes + First semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: CIV2260 or CIV2223

Synopsis: Concrete as a structural material; concrete mix design; properties of hardened concrete; properties of fresh concrete; cements; aggregates; admixtures; manufacture, specification, ordering and supply of concrete; hot and cold weather concreting; mass concreting; durability of concrete; cracking in concrete; handling and placing of concrete; concrete pavements; precast and tilt-up concrete construction; formwork for concrete; investigation, assessment and causes of damage of concrete structures; repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures; lifetime performance of concrete structures; reinforcement detailing; high strength concrete.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 65% + Laboratory work: 10% + Project work: 25%