Notes/Preview
The contents of this course include three recorded presentations.
1. What is UHPC? by Royce Floyd, The University of Oklahoma
2. Field Considerations of UHPC by Peter Siebert, UHPC|SOLUTIONS
3. Applications of UHPC by Michael D. McDonagh, WSP USA
INSTRUCTIONS: Study the materials included in this module. Then, complete and pass the corresponding 10-question quiz with a score of 80% or higher to receive a certificate for 0.2 CEU (equivalent to 2.0 PDH).
Continuing Education Credit: 0.2 CEU (2 PDH)
Approved AIA and ICC
Access Period: 30 days
Description
This course will cover the basics of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC). The course content will define UHPC and its properties, describe several applications of UHPC, and explain the differences between UHPC and conventional concrete with regards to proportioning, mixing, placing, finishing, and curing.
Table of Contents
Learning objectives:
1. Define ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC).
2. Describe UHPC properties.
3. Explain differences between proportioning UHPC mixes and conventional concrete.
4. Describe mixing, placement, and curing procedures for UHPC.
5. List typical applications of UHPC.
6. Explain how to prepare the raw materials, formwork, reinforcement, and existing concrete surface prior to placement of UHPC.
7. Describe different mixing, transporting, placing, consolidation, finishing and curing procedures for UHPC compared to conventional concrete.
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