Sector-specific

Maintenance, upkeep and management of concrete pavements

Civil Engineering and Structures

40 hours

Introduction

In a world where infrastructure is crucial, the course ‘Maintenance, Conservation and Management of Concrete Pavements’ offers a unique opportunity to establish yourself in a booming sector. The growing demand for experts in concrete pavements makes this training an essential step for those seeking to excel in the field of construction and maintenance. You will learn how to to examine and auscultate flooring, to identify y to rectify damage, and apply techniques advanced techniques such as grouting or the use of concrete that allows immediate opening to traffic. You will also explore the rehabilitation y reconstruction from firm, skills that are vital for the sustainability of our infrastructure. This online course offers you the flexibility to study from anywhere, at your own pace and to suit your needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to become an expert in concrete paving and carve out a career for yourself in a competitive and growing job market. The training you need to make a difference is just a click away.

Objectives

- Understanding general principles concrete pavement maintenance.

- Identify methods from inspection y auscultation concrete pavements.

- To recognise types of damage common in rigid pavements.

- Apply techniques from stapled y sealed on local repairs.

- Assess the use from concrete to be opened to traffic immediately.

- To analyse methods from reinforcement with concrete for paving.

- Developing strategies for the rehabilitation concrete sub-bases.

TEACHING UNIT 1. GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF ROAD SURFACE MAINTENANCE

1. Basic concepts of conservation
2. Basic aspects of concrete pavement maintenance
3. Additional comments

TEACHING UNIT 2. INSPECTION AND AUSCULTATION OF CONCRETE PAVEMENTS

1. Reference data
2. Visual inspection
3. Deflections
4. Test pits and trial excavations
5. Functional features
6. Procedures for the systematic collection of data

TEACHING UNIT 3. TYPES OF DAMAGE AND REPAIR WORK

1. Superficial damage
2. Faults in the joints
3. Structural defects
4. Other types of cracking

TEACHING UNIT 4. OTHER CONSERVATION MEASURES. CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION OF DRAINAGE CONDITIONS

1. Damage caused by a lack of drainage
2. Action points
3. Maintenance of drainage systems
4. Resumption of freight transport
5. Crack repair
6. Correction of surface characteristics
7. Filling gaps beneath the slabs by means of grouting

TEACHING UNIT 5. CONCRETE STRUCTURES ALLOWING IMMEDIATE REOPENING TO TRAFFIC, DESIGNED FOR REPAIRS

1. Repair process
2. Special fast-track concretes designed for repairs

TEACHING UNIT 6. CONCRETE REINFORCEMENTS

1. Type of concrete
2. Non-bonded concrete reinforcements on concrete floors
3. Reinforcements bonded to concrete floors
4. Reinforcement of asphalt pavements with concrete

TEACHING UNIT 7. REHABILITATION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF A CONCRETE ROAD SURFACE

1. Removal and replacement of the road surface
2. Partial-thickness repairs
3. Full-thickness repairs

Maintenance, upkeep and management of concrete pavements

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