IMU735 - NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING of CONCRETE

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING of CONCRETE IMU735 Any Semester/Year 3 0 3 10
PrequisitesThere are no prerequisites.
Course languageEnglish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
 
Instructor (s)To be determined by the department.  
Course objective1. The need for NDT examination in comparison to conventional testing methods, 2. The basics of the most commonly used NDT methods used for concrete structures. 
Learning outcomes
  1. At the end of this course the students will be able to specify a nondestructive test to meet a need, conduct the test and analyze and explain the resulting data.
Course ContentGeneral description of commonly used NDT methods. NDT to estimate strength and other properties of concrete. Condition assesment of reinforced concrete structures. Test techniques and working principles of surface hardness; penetration resistance; stress wave propagation methods; magnetic and electrical testing. Applications of infrared thermography and radar techniques.  
ReferencesHandbook on Nondestructive Testing of Concrete V.M. Malhotra and N.J. Carino 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Introduction
Week 2Visual methods
Week 3NDT to estimate strength of concrete
Week 4NDT to estimate strength of concrete
Week 5NDT to estimate other properties of concrete
Week 6NDT to estimate other properties of concrete
Week 7NDT to assess the condition of concrete structures
Week 8Midterm 1
Week 9Wave Propagation Methods
Week 10Wave Propagation Methods
Week 11Wave Propagation Methods
Week 12Magnetic and Electrical Methods
Week 13Infrared Thermographic Techniques
Week 14Midterm 2
Week 15Radar Techniques
Week 16Final Exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments310
Presentation110
Project00
Seminar00
Midterms240
Final exam140
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes260
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes140
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14684
Presentation / Seminar Preparation13030
Project000
Homework assignment31030
Midterms (Study duration)21836
Final Exam (Study duration) 11818
Total Workload3585240

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and Civil Engineering fields in solving complex engineering problems.   X 
2. Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex civil engineering problems. X   
3. Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; can apply modern design methods.X    
4. Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications; can use information technologies effectively.X    
5. Ability to design, conduct experiments, collects data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to Civil Engineering.    X
6. Ability to work individually and as a team in both intra and interdisciplinary. X   
7. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; knows at least one foreign language, especially English; writes effective reports and understands written reports, can prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.  X  
8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; can access information, follow the developments in science and technology and constantly renew yourself. X   
9. Acts in accordance with ethical principles, has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.   X 
10. Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.X    
11. Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.X    

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest