Effect of Additives on Concrete

To teach the best practice in Effect of Additives on Concrete.

CONTENT

*Cement

– Types

– Composition

– Manufacture

*Mortal and concrete

– Definitions

– Mix designs

– Concrete strength and grades

*Concrete

– Setting time of concrete

– Strength tests

– On site test

– Types of concrete

*Additives

– Definition

– Essence, effects and handling

– Curing of concrete

– H2O cement reaction

– Impurities in water/effects on construction materials.

– Anti cracks.

*Construction materials and regulatory bodies

FOR WHOM:

Works, Services and Maintenance Personnel

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.