Industry Specific Technical Training Course
Mastering Structural Inspections
This course provides practical methodology for inspecting the condition of a buildings structure.
Course Details
The intent of this short course is to provide practical methodology for inspecting the condition of a building’s structure and envelope for the purpose of carrying out a Building Condition Assessment and identifying problematic and dysfunctional elements.
This course is a compilation of basic information, procedures, and references.
Course Objectives
- Understand the principles and methodologies of structural condition assessment as a tool for the design of construction operations.
- Learn about the building envelope systems, component features and materials.
- Learn how structural condition assessment can be structured to respond to specific project conditions and construction activities.
- Case studies and practical references.
Key Outcomes
- Identify elements to inspect in building structures
- Identify and quantify structural defects.
- Specify maintenance requirements to ensure safety and avoid asset destruction.
- Adequate reporting on structural condition assessments.
Course Outline
- Introduction & Overview
- Assessment Procedures (approach, preliminary and detailed assessments)
- Structural Materials Assessments (Concrete, Metals, Masonry, Wood)
- Evaluation Procedures
- Evaluation of Structural Materials
- Remedial Action / Repairs
- Report writing