Use of additives in concrete production

Course Overview

The use of additives plays an important role in enhancing the properties of concrete and meeting the various requirements of different projects. This training course provides a comprehensive understanding of how to use additives in concrete production, from selecting the appropriate types to their effective application. The program aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the quality of concrete and enhance its performance through the effective use of additives.

Course Objectives

Understanding Additives: Learn about the different types of additives and their uses in improving the properties of concrete.
Selecting the Right Additives: Gain knowledge on how to choose the appropriate additives based on the project requirements.
Applying Additives: Develop skills to effectively apply additives in the concrete production process.
Evaluating Performance: Understand how to assess the impact of additives on concrete performance and ensure the desired results are achieved.

Target Audience

Materials and construction engineers.
Project managers in the construction and building sector.
Technicians and supervisors working at concrete mixing plants.
Quality and testing officers in construction companies.
Academics and researchers interested in concrete development.
Professionals working in the development of concrete products and manufacturing techniques.

Course Modules

Introduction to Additives

Definition of admixtures: Understand the concept of admixtures and their importance in improving the properties of concrete.
Types of additives: Study the different types of additives such as improvers, antifreeze agents, boosters, and retarders.
Effects of Admixtures: Learn how admixtures affect concrete properties such as strength, ductility, and abrasion resistance.

Selection of additives

Selection Criteria: Understand the criteria for selecting additives based on project requirements and working conditions.
Analysis and Evaluation: Learn how to analyze and evaluate additives through quality tests and performance standards.
Ingredient Experimentation: Gain the skills to experiment and select the most suitable from a range of additives.

Application of additives in concrete production

Application Procedures: Learn how to apply additives in the concrete mixing process and ensure they are evenly distributed.
Concrete Mixes: Understand how to modify concrete mixes to meet performance requirements using admixtures.
Quality Control: Gain the skills to monitor the quality of concrete during and after the application of additives to ensure the desired results are achieved.

Evaluation of the impact of additives

Performance Tests: Learn how to conduct tests on concrete to evaluate the effect of additives on its properties.
Analyze Results: Understand how to analyze test results and interpret the effect of admixtures on concrete performance.
Application Modification: Learn how to modify the additive application based on the results to continuously improve performance.

Instructor

Name: Dr. Musa Habib

Specialization: Electronic Engineering, Nanotechnology, Quality and Institutional Development

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Bio: Dr. Musa Habib, Associate Professor of Electronic Engineering and Consultant in Quality Systems and Institutional Development. He held prominent administrative positions including Assistant to the President for Academic Affairs at Al Hussein Technical University and Assistant Secretary General for Training and Scientific Affairs. He led the development of nanotechnology programs and institutional innovations at the Consulting Hospital in Amman and Princess Sumaya University. He has extensive experience in training and consulting for the development of processes and quality systems.

Languages: Arabic
Program Levels: Technical Executive Level
Venue: Company Headquarters
Hours: 20
Location:

Price: $1350.00