Post-tensioned/ Prestressed Concrete Special Inspection
Description:
This course is designed for working special inspectors with a sound, general knowledge of concrete construction who wish to gain knowledge of prestressed concrete construction.
The goals of this course are:
- To assist inspectors in preparing for and passing the ICC Prestressed Concrete Special Inspector exam
- To provide practical knowledge in inspection of unbonded monostrand post-tensioned decks and other types of prestressed concrete.
Topics will include:
- Overview of and principles behind prestressed concrete
- Understanding design and shop drawings
- Pre-construction considerations and meeting
- The inspection process
- Inspection and testing during concrete placement
- The tensioning operation
- The literature, specifications, and passing the test
Materials:
The following are approved references for the test, all student should have access to these materials. Specific materials needed for class will be covered at the first class meeting.
- 2006 International Building Code
- ACI 318-5 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary (2002 edition is optional)
- Manual for Quality Control for Plants and Production of Structural Precast Concrete Products – MNL 116-99, 4th edition
- ASTM Standard A416-04a
- ASTM Standard A421-02
- Please note: ASTM Standards are referenced in the 2006 International Building Code: ASTM REFERENCE STANDARDS. ASTM Standards are als in ACI Publication SP-71/
- Field Procedures Manual for Single Strand Tendons, 3rd edition, 2000 (part of a 3 piece set)
- Specification for Unbonded Single Strand Tendons, 2nd Edition, 2000 (part of a 3 piece set)
- Recommendations for Prestressed Rock and Soil Anchors, 4th Edition (part of a 3 piece set)
- ICC Model Program for Special Inspection for 2006 IBC
To register:
Send email to Sharon@NWCEL.org with student name and company.
