American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

This webinar focuses on the issues of strengthening concrete buildings, when the concrete is generally sound (a related topic of repairing deteriorated concrete is addressed in a separate presentation.) It also provides a broad overview of practical strengthening techniques used in modern concrete rehabilitation. The bulk of the presentation is devoted to effective yet economical methods of upgrading load-carrying capacities of buildings. The topic of strengthening gravity-load systems dominates the discussion, but the challenges involved in strengthening lateral-load-resisting systems are examined as well. Some related practical questions, such as how to evaluate concrete structural capacity, where are the best places to cut openings in concrete slabs, how the load tests are conducted, and how to strengthen sagging slab cantilevers, are discussed as well. The seminar is co-sponsored by ASCE's Structural Engineering Institute and ASCE Continuing Education. This seminar will take place at 12 Noon to 1:30 PM Eastern Time, per the date(s) listed. $299M/$349NM Per Seminar Site.

Earn 1.5 Professional Development Hours (1.5 PDHs)