Introduction

Advanced concrete technology plays a critical role in extending infrastructure lifespan and enhancing structural resilience. This course provides modern engineering techniques for durable, high-performance concrete systems.

Course Objectives

• Strengthen advanced concrete design capabilities.
• Improve infrastructure durability and resilience.
• Integrate performance-based concrete technologies.
• Enhance lifecycle cost efficiency in concrete structures.

Scientific Topics

Ø  High-performance concrete design principles

Ø  Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) applications

Ø  Durability-based concrete specifications

Ø  Mix proportion optimization techniques

Ø  Concrete rheology and workability control

Ø  Fiber-reinforced concrete technologies

Ø  Self-compacting concrete innovations

Ø  Sulfate and chloride resistance strategies

Ø  Carbonation resistance modeling

Ø  Shrinkage and creep behavior analysis

Ø  Concrete cracking mitigation systems

Ø  Structural performance testing methods

Ø  Sustainable concrete material alternatives

Ø  Recycled aggregate integration

Ø  Thermal performance in mass concrete

Ø  Concrete quality control systems

Ø  Field durability monitoring techniques

Ø  Digital concrete testing platforms

Ø  Lifecycle cost analysis for concrete structures

Ø  Long-term structural sustainability frameworks