Concrete Construction - The Basics

Name: Concrete Construction - The Basics
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Learn about the fundamental building material!

Created byTim Fairley

Last updated 10/2024

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What you'll learn

We've helped over 20,000 students
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Understand the basics of concrete construction
Learn the fundamentals of the key building material
Identify the steps in the concrete construction process
Explain what concrete is and why it is a key construction material
Understand what formwork is and the different types of formwork systems
Understand what reinforcement/rebar is
Identify the different methods of concrete placement
Understand what concrete curing is

Course content

3 sections • 12 lectures • 34m total length

Introduction0:29
Explore the basics of concrete construction and cover concrete formwork reinforcement, concrete placement, curing and protection, and surface treatments.
ConstructIQ - Who we are?1:37
Construct IQ introduces its practical online courses in fundamental construction management, from procurement to design management, empowering junior engineers to excel on major infrastructure projects with on-the-job learning.
What is Construction Management?2:20
Construction management coordinates owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and workers to build infrastructure, directing resources, monitoring progress, and controlling change to protect safety, cost, and the environment.

An Overview of Concrete Construction12:33
Understand the basics of concrete, its uses, and the main types of concrete structures. Learn how design drawings, mix design, reinforcement, joints, and general notes drive cost estimation and construction.
Site Preparation2:47
Coordinate site preparation before FRP formwork and pouring, covering pre works, ground preparation services, utilities survey, set out scaffold and access, excavation, subgrade, base layer, and concrete testing.
Formwork4:07
Master formwork as the temporary mold that shapes fresh concrete, using timber, plywood, steel, aluminum, or plastic, and compare traditional timber and engineered systems with reusable modular and climbing formwork.
Reinforcement1:55
Explore steel reinforcement in concrete, including rebars, welded wire mesh, and fiber reinforced polymer, and learn traditional and prefabricated installation methods and post-tensioning for enhanced tensile strength and durability.
Concrete Placement3:27
Pour concrete after pre-pour checks, distributing wet concrete evenly into the formwork. Employ consolidation via vibrators, flow control, and methods such as ready-mixed delivery, pumping, or tremie as needed.
Curing and Protection2:20
Discover how concrete curing maintains moisture for cement hydration, boosting strength and durability through water, membrane, and steam curing, plus essential protection strategies.
Finishing and Surface Treatments2:05
Finish concrete surfaces with screeding, leveling, smoothing, and troweling to achieve texture and decorative patterns, then apply curing compounds and sealers to boost durability, protection, and aesthetics.

Requirements

Keen interest in Construction Management
Motivation to take your career to the next level

Description

Unlock the World of Concrete Construction – Join For Free!

So far, we've helped over 20,000 students accelerate their careers in construction management by mastering the fundamentals.

Our courses are:

Proven - taken by thousands of students with satisfied results. Over 94% of students surveyed believed our construction management courses supported their career progression
Practical - developed in consultation with industry experts to teach you exactly what you need to know to succeed in the real world
Fast - we know you are busy, so we developed the course with that in mind and cut out every second of unnecessary information
Packed with Downloadable Resources - we offer students a guidebook and downloadable copies of all slides so you never forget what you learned!
Contains useful templates - we offer useful templates so you can apply the skills in the real world

What's This Course About?

Concrete is more than just a mix; it's the bedrock of our urban landscape. From the skyscrapers touching the clouds to the roads we travel daily, concrete plays a starring role. Our course, 'Concrete Construction - The Basics,' breaks down the complex world of concrete into bite-sized, easy-to-understand lessons.

Who Should Enroll?

Whether you're a construction manager, project engineer, quantity surveyor, or just someone curious about how the buildings around you stand so tall and strong, this course has something for you. You don't need to be an expert to start – just bring your curiosity!

Dive into Topics Like:

Concrete: Discover its composition and importance.
Formwork: Learn the setup that gives concrete its shape.
Reinforcement: Understand how concrete gains its strength.
Concrete Placement: Techniques to pour it right.
Curing & Protection: The secret to long-lasting structures.
Surface Treatments: The finishing touches that make a difference.

Why This Course?

This isn't just another course; it's a journey to understand the backbone of our constructed world. Enhance your knowledge, benefit your career, or simply satisfy your curiosity.

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Who this course is for:

Construction Engineers
Project Managers
Construction Professionals
Quantity Surveyors
Construction Managers

Concrete Construction - The Basics

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 4min

Concrete Construction - What's Involved?7 lectures • 29min

Conclusion2 lectures • 1min

Requirements

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