Concrete and Masonry Fundamentals
Credit: 4 PDH
PDH Course Description:
This course provides information on basic materials commonly used in concrete and masonry construction. Basic principles and procedures associated with the construction of reinforced, precast, and prestressed concrete and tilt-up construction are also discussed in this chapter. Terminology as it applies to masonry units is used to acquaint the reader with the various terms used in this type of construction.Topics:
- Concrete Mix Design
- Concrete Strength, Durability, and Watertightness
- Types of Steel Reinforcing
- Steel Reinforcing Supports and Bending
- Principles of Good Concrete
- Footings, Columns, Beams, Slabs
- Wall Reinforcement
- Types of Precast Concrete Structural Members
- Tilt-up Construction
- Lightweight Concrete
- Prestressed Concrete
- Expansion and Contraction Joints
- Concrete Forms for Walls, Foundations, Columns, Beams, and Girders
- Masonry Block Sizes and Shapes
- Modular Planning with Masonry Block
- Structural Clay Style Block
- Stone Masonry
- Brick Types, Nomenclature, and Classifications
- Joints, Mortar, and Grout
To take this course:
1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.
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4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
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Intended Audience: construction, architectural, geotechnical, civil, structural engineers.
Publication Source: US Navy (NAVFAC)
Print the Certificate of Completion
Intended Audience: construction, architectural, geotechnical, civil, structural engineers.
Publication Source: US Navy (NAVFAC)
Donald Parnell, PE