CE4003 NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF CONCRETE
| Course Code: | 5624003 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Civil Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. İSMAİL ÖZGÜR YAMAN |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
At the end of this course the students will know the basic working principles of NDT methods that are applied to concrete structures; including Rebound Hammer, Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity, Resonant Frequency, Impact Echo, Infrared Thermography, and Electromagnetic tests, and recognize the suitability of a particular NDT test method for a specific need.
Course Content
General description of commonly used NDT methods. NDT to estimate strength and other properties of concrete. Condition assessment of reinforced concrete structures. Test techniques and working principles of surface hardness, penetration resistance, stres wave propogation methods, magnetic and electrical testing. Applications of infrared thermography and radar techniques.
Course Learning Outcomes
- determine the compressive strength of in-situ concrete through destructive core testing
- assess the compressive strength of in-situ concrete through the use of rebound hammer and ultrasonic pulse velocity testing
- assess the elasticity properties of concrete through resonant frequency and ultrasonic pulse velocity testing.
- describe the parameters affecting the accuracy of NDT tests.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
| 8 | An ability to use techniques, skills, and engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ✔ | |||