Damage and Deterioration of Structures

3 Units

This course introduces students to selected physical and chemical processes that cause damage to or deterioration of structural components. Topics to be covered include historical failures, excessive load and design/construction defects, moisture-related issues (for instance, corrosion, freeze-thaw, ASR/DEF, decay), fire-related issues (for example, strength loss, section loss), material compatibility (for instance, dissimilar metals, fire/preservation treatments), and ethics and client management. Steel, concrete, and wood components will be the primary focus of the course. Recommended Preparation: ECIV 372 , ECIV 373 , or ECIV 374 .