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Architecture
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AR1: Thermal performance Part L1a and The Code for Sustainable Homes - solutions
Introduction to latest and future legislation, Part L1A (2010 - 2016 and beyond) and The Code for Sustainable Homes, air leakage, thermal bridging, building orientation, thermal mass and U values for external walls, meeting the mandatory energy/CO2 requirements with masonry and concrete solutions.

AR7: Introduction to flooring systems

Different systems available and their performance benefits: in-situ; precast; flat slab; prestressed; void-in-floor; innovative systems; screeds; Robust Standard floor details; Approved Document Part E.

SU2: Utilisation of thermal mass

Explanation of Principles and design techniques; future use in rising temperatures; passive solar design; embodied and in-use CO2 emissions; case studies.

AR8: Introduction to walling systems

Overview of construction types; performance benefits. Approved Document Part E; Robust Standard wall details; traditional masonry; thin joint technology; precast systems; insulating concrete formwork; tunnel-form construction.

SU3: Principles of specifying sustainable concrete

Introduction to the basics of specification of sustainable concrete; visual impact; design and construction considerations; location; embodied CO2 and operational CO2; case studies.

AR2: Thermal performance Part L1a and The Code for Sustainable Homes - case studies
Range of case studies to illustrate compliance with current and likely future legislation and Code requirements using masonry and concrete.

AR9: Flood resilience in residential developments

Impact of climate change, water evaluation strategy, water entry strategy, concrete and masonry solutions for walls and floors, sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS).

AR3: Architectural precast solutions

Design possibilities of architectural precast concrete cladding; finishes available; colours and textures; innovations including ultra-highstrength concrete; translucent concrete; geotextile formed concrete.

AR10: Landscape architecture

Design considerations for use of concrete in landscape design including benefits; sustainability; surface finishes and textures. Built examples and landscaping solutions.

AR4: Insulating Concrete Formwork construction

Different systems available; principles of details; whole-life benefits; external finishes. Case studies - zero energy homes; intensive care unit; youth & community centre; ecohome.

AR11: Energy and CO2 Efficient Retrofit Solutions for Housing

Background, drivers and standards; how to improve insulation and maximize on the benefits of thermal mass; repair, maintenance and improvement works; case studies.

R5: Fast Track Structures for Cellular Buildings

Covers in-situ, precast and hybrid concrete solutions; how the systems work; benefits: economic/programming/acoustic performance. Case studies - social housing; hotel; apartments; student accommodation.

CT1: Achieving visual concrete

How to specify visual concrete using BS 8500; the National Structural Concrete Specification (NSCS); reference panel; selection of materials; workmanship; formwork selection; case studies; resources.

How to book:
To request a free technical presentation or a compilation of presentations in your office, please contact your regional engineer/architect or visit www.concretecentre.com/cpd. All presentations are CPD certified Please note: Each of these titles is at least a one hour presentation.

AR6: Basements for housing

Domestic basements can aid in the creation of desirable, sustainable homes. This presentation considers benefits of basements, different construction methods, waterproofing systems, design issues including light and insulation, the Basement Information Centre, case studies.

U1: The sustainability credentials of concrete

Material credentials and inherent benefits; material efficiency; responsible sourcing; specification options; recycling; embodied and in-use CO2; life-cycle performance; achieving holistic design; current case studies.

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Structural Engineering
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B1: Building design to Eurocode 2
Introduction to the Eurocode system; basis of design (EC0); actions (EC1); EC2: materials; cover; flexure; shear; deflection; axial; regulatory requirements; conversion strategy; training; resources.

B7: Basements
Planning; options; waterproofing strategy & risk; ground movements; construction methods; materials; structural design including control of cracking; inspection; testing and maintenance; resources.

B2: Economic concrete framed buildings

Understanding frame costs; building performance; programme; frame options; cost model studies; ECFE design manual with worked examples; Concept software demonstration; resources.

B14: Hotels and Cellular Buildings

Client requirements: concrete performance; structural planning; design constraints; transfer structures; basements; services integration; construction systems in-situ, hybrid, precast; case studies: resources.

B4: Post-tensioned slabs

Principles of prestressing; history; benefits; bonded & un-bonded systems; floor layouts & initial sizing; design constraints; construction; procurement; alterations & demolition; case studies; resources.

B15: Introduction to RC Detailing

Materials; design standards; cover and tolerances; drawing layout and planning; scheduling to BS8666; communication of design intent and responsibilities; model details; best practice; common mistakes; resources.

B5: Flat slabs

Building performance; basics of flat slabs; initial sizing; design methods; design and detailing issues design constraints; reinforcement rationalisation; construction- formwork systems and proprietary reinforcement systems; resources.

CT1: Achieving visual concrete

How to specify visual concrete using BS 8500; the National Structural Concrete Specification (NSCS); reference panel; selection of materials; workmanship; formwork selection; case studies; resources.
The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete industry. Our aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the full potential of concrete. The Concrete Centre is part of the Mineral Products Association, the trade association for the aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, lime, mortar and silica sand industries.

SU1: The sustainability credentials of concrete

How to book:
To request a free technical presentation or a compilation of presentations in your office, please contact your regional engineer/architect or visit www.concretecentre.com/cpd. All presentations are CPD certified Please note: Each of these titles is at least a one hour presentation.

Definition of sustainability; concretes initiative to become industry leaders; introduction to legislation; material credentials and inherent benefits; responsible sourcing; specification options; embodied/in-use energy; life-cycle performance; achieving holistic design; current case studies; resources.

The Concrete Centre

Riverside House, 4 Meadows Business Park Station Approach, Blackwater Camberley Surrey GU17 9AB

SP1: How to specify durable/sustainable concrete to BS8500-1: 2006

Specification basics; approach and methodologies; exposure classification; routes to specification and options explained; optimising performance/sustainability; worked examples; resources.

T: 01276 606800

www.concretecentre.com/cpd

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