IRF Cement & Concrete Testing

Introduction:

Concrete is widely used in domestic, commercial, recreational, rural and educational construction. Communities around the world rely on concrete as a safe, strong and simple building material. It is used in all types of construction; from domestic work to multi-storey office blocks and shopping complexes. Despite the common usage of concrete, few people are aware of the considerations involved in designing strong, durable, high quality concrete. The Cement and Concrete Testing program is for use in training construction engineers and technicians. It focuses on the correct test procedures for Physical Tests of Hydraulic Cement and Field and Laboratory Tests of Concrete. It also provides background the construction personnel need to understand and perform the tests competently. Each test is described separately and can be shown individually if desired. This course conforms to the International Road Federation (IRF) standards.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

Learn about the correct test procedures for Physical Tests of Hydraulic Cement and Field and Laboratory Tests of Concrete
Understand the correct procedure for performing standard ASTM

Who Should Attend?

Construction Engineers, Senior Construction Engineers, Construction Supervisors, Construction General Supervisors, Construction Project Managers, Engineering Technologists, Supervision Engineer, Inspection Engineers, Civil Inspectors, Foremen

Course Outline:

Physical Tests of Hydraulic Cement Fineness Test

· Correct procedure for performing standard ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)

· Test C430-Fineness of Hydraulic Cement by the No. 325 Sieve

· Test C204-Fineness of Portland Cement by Air Permeability Apparatus

Physical Tests of Hydraulic Cement Paste Tests

· Correct and detailed procedure for performing standard ASTM tests

· C187-Normal Consistency of Portland Cement

· Test C1919-Time of Setting of Hydraulic Cement by Vicat Needle

· C266-Time of Setting of Hydraulic Cement by Gilmore Needles

· C151- Autoclave Expansion of Portland Cement

· C451-Early Stiffening of Portland Cement (Paste Method)

Physical Tests of Hydraulic Cement Mortar Tests

· Correct procedure for performing standard ASTM tests

· C109-Comprehensive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars Using 2-inch Cube Specimens

· C185-Air Content of Hydraulic Cement Mortar

· C452-Potential Expansion of Portland Cement Mortars Exposed to Sulfate

· C359-Early Stiffening of Portland Cement (Mortar Method)

Field Tests for Quality Control of Fresh Concrete

· Correct procedure for conducting standard ASTM tests

· C172-Sampling Freshly Mixed Concrete

· C143-Slump of Portland Cement Concrete

· C138-Unit Weight, Yield, and Air Content (Gravimetric)

· C231-Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete (Pressure Method)

· C173-Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete (Volumetric Method)

· C31-Making and Curing Test Specimens in the Field

· C1064-Temperature of Freshly Mixed Portland Cement Concrete

Concrete Laboratory Testing 1

· Correct procedure for conducting standard ASTM tests

· C617-Capping Cylindrical Concrete Specimens

· C39-Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete Specimens

· Background information t needed to understand and perform the tests competently

Concrete Laboratory Testing 2

· Correct procedure for performing standard ASTM tests

· C702-Reducing Field Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size

· C117-Material Finer Than No. 200 Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing

· C136-Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregate

· C29-Unit Weight and Voids in Aggregate

· C127-Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate

· C128-Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate

· C566-Total Moisture Content of Aggregate by Drying

· Background information t needed to understand and perform the tests competently

Concrete Laboratory Testing 3

· Correct procedure for performing standard ASTM tests

· C78-Flexural Strength of Concrete

· C123-Lightweight Pieces in Aggregate

· C192-Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens in the Laboratory

· Background information t needed to understand and perform the tests competently

COURSE LOCATIONS

Code	From	To	City	Fees
CE04	03 Feb 2020	14 Feb 2020	London	US$ 8000	Register
CE04	05 Apr 2020	16 Apr 2020	Dubai	US$ 7000	Register
CE04	07 Jun 2020	18 Jun 2020	Cairo	US$ 6500	Register
CE04	10 Aug 2020	21 Aug 2020	Kuala Lumpur	US$ 7500	Register
CE04	12 Oct 2020	23 Oct 2020	Istanbul	US$ 7500	Register
CE04	07 Dec 2020	18 Dec 2020	Jakarta	US$ 8500	Register

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UAE
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USA OFFICE

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10009-13 Manhattan,
New York (NY)
USA
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EGYPT OFFICE

52 General Kamal Hejab Street,
Suez Bridge,
Cairo,
Egypt
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COURSE CERTIFICATE

Certificate of Completion will be provided to the candidate(s) who successfully attend and complete the course. Training hours attendance percentage of 75% is required.

TRAINING HOURS

Standard course hours: 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Informal discussions: 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

We use a blend of interactive and hands-on methods, active participation, a variety of instructional techniques, dynamic presentations, individual and group exercises, in depth discussion, DVD’s, role-plays, case studies, examples. All of the information, competencies, knowledge and skills acquired within our training programs, are 100% transferrable to the participants’ workplace.

ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION

Pre-Test and Post-Test Assessment are applied on 5-day and 10-day programs. Also, post course evaluation and candidate’s evaluation are applied to add another level of quality measurement. Candidates’ feedback is highly appreciated to elevate the training service quality.

ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

A- Have staff trained in the latest training and development approaches

B- Support nationalization and talent management initiatives

C- Have properly trained and informed people who will be able to add value

D- Gain relevant technical knowledge, skills and competencies

PERSONAL IMPACT

A- Develop job related skills

B- Develop personal skills in subject matter

C- Have a record of your growth and learning results

D- Bring proof of your progress back to your organization

F- Become competent, effective and productive

G- Be more able to make sound decisions

H- Be more effective in day to day work by mastering job-related processes

I- Create and develop competency to perform job well

FREQUENT NOMINATIONS SCHEME

A- 10% discount after 05 candidates’ registration.

B- 15% discount after 10 candidates’ registration.

C- 20% discount after 20 candidates’ registration.

D- 25% discount after 25 candidates’ registration.

E- 30% discount after 30 candidates’ registration

F- Higher discount rates will be offered based on work volume with different clients.

SEVERAL NOMINATIONS ON THE SAME COURSE SCHEME

A- One extra free seat is offered on 4 candidates on the same course and dates.

B- Two extra free seats are offered on 6 candidates on the same course and dates.

C- Three extra free seats are offered on 8 candidates on the same course and dates.

D- Four extra free seats are offered on 10 candidates on the same course and dates.

E- Five extra free seats are offered on 12 candidates on the same course and dates.

REGISTRATION POLICY

Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s Training and/or HR departments. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. A confirmation will be issued to the relevant department official(s).

CANCELLATION POLICY

If a confirmed registration is cancelled less than 5 working days prior to the course start date, a substitute participant may be nominated to attend the same course or a 20% cancellation charge is applied. In case of a no-show, a 100% fee will be charged.

PAYMENT POLICY

Payment is due upon receiving the course confirmation, invoice and/or proforma invoice. However; the fee due can be wire transferred to our bank account directly after course completion. Our bank details are illustrated on the confirmation, invoice and proforma invoice, as well. The above documents can be communicated electronically, i.e., in a soft copy or/and in hard copy based on customer’s request.

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