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This specialized course provides a structured and code-compliant framework for the assessment of structural safety in concrete and steel structures throughout their service life. Through ten comprehensive digital modules, participants will learn how to evaluate, analyze, and document the structural condition of existing buildings in accordance with ADIBC 2013, ACI 562, ACI 318, AISC 360, and ASCE 41 standards. The course covers the full process of structural safety assessment-from visual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) to analytical modeling, load rating, and rehabilitation strategies. It emphasizes the correlation between field data and analytical modeling results to ensure reliable safety judgments and accurate engineering decisions. Participants will also learn how to prepare municipality-compliant technical reports, method statements, and quality assurance documentation aligned with DMT approval requirements. By combining theory with real Abu Dhabi case studies, this program equips engineers, consultants, and inspectors with the technical competence to deliver safe, durable, and certifiable structures that meet both local and international standards. This course serves as an essential step for professionals aiming to advance their expertise in structural evaluation, rehabilitation, and certification practices within the UAE.
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Digital Course
3Hrs
English
6 PDU This specialized course provides a comprehensive and practical framework for the evaluation and assurance of structural safety in existing concrete and steel structures, following the requirements of ADIBC 2013, ACI 562, ACI 318, AISC 360, and ASCE 41.
Through ten interactive digital modules, participants will gain the technical skills to inspect, test, analyze, and assess the integrity and performance of structures throughout their service life.
The course guides learners through the complete assessment process - from visual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) to analytical modeling, safety rating, and rehabilitation planning - ensuring that each step aligns with Abu Dhabi’s regulatory standards.
It also emphasizes identifying critical deterioration mechanisms and quantifying residual capacity through the correlation of field data and analytical modeling, helping engineers make informed and reliable safety decisions.
By integrating real case studies, simulation exercises, and DMT-compliant documentation, the course bridges theory with professional practice.
By the end of the program, participants will be able to evaluate, interpret, and report on the structural safety of buildings confidently, ensuring compliance, durability, and public safety across concrete and steel systems.
By completing this course, participants will be able to:
Summarize structural safety principles, performance criteria, and relevant codes (ADIBC 2013, ACI 562, ACI 318, AISC 360, ASCE 41).
Conduct professional visual inspections and identify deterioration patterns in concrete and steel structures.
Apply non-destructive (NDT) and semi-destructive (SDT) testing techniques to evaluate material and structural conditions.
Perform analytical modeling and load rating using field data and specialized software such as ETABS, SAFE, or STAAD.
Evaluate safety, serviceability, and residual capacity to support informed decisions on continued use or strengthening requirements.
Develop rehabilitation and strengthening strategies based on assessment findings and code compliance.
Prepare technical reports, method statements, and QA/QC documentation aligned with DMT approval and submission standards.
Analyze real Abu Dhabi case studies to demonstrate full understanding of regulatory procedures and technical applications.
Compile a final assessment portfolio demonstrating complete technical competency and readiness for professional certification.
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This opening module lays the foundation for the entire course. It defines what structural safety truly means and explains its key components-strength, serviceability, and durability. Participants explore how design assumptions, material degradation, and environmental exposure influence a structure’s performance over time. The unit also introduces the Abu Dhabi regulatory framework (ADIBC 2013) and its alignment with ACI, AISC, and ASCE standards, setting the stage for consistent and code-based assessment practices.
Building on the first module, this section introduces visual inspection as the first and most critical step in assessing structural safety. It details how engineers identify early signs of distress, such as cracks, spalling, corrosion, deformation, and section loss, and how to document them according to professional reporting standards. Participants also learn about inspection planning, photo documentation, and defect mapping, establishing the groundwork for advanced testing and analysis.
This module introduces the most widely used field techniques for assessing existing structures without damaging them. Participants become familiar with rebound hammer, ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV), half-cell potential, ground-penetrating radar (GPR), and core extraction tests. The focus is on understanding test objectives, result interpretation, and combining multiple methods to achieve reliable diagnostic data that supports engineering decisions.
This unit shifts from periodic inspection to continuous evaluation using digital sensors and monitoring systems. Participants explore how technologies like strain gauges, vibration sensors, and IoT-based platforms enable real-time tracking of deformation, stress, and displacement. Case examples show how monitoring systems help predict deterioration, guide maintenance, and enhance long-term safety management.
This technical module teaches how to create or update analytical models of existing structures using software such as ETABS, SAFE, or STAAD. Participants learn how to integrate inspection and test data into digital models, calculate residual capacity, and verify load-bearing performance under current and projected loads. The module also introduces reliability-based assessment for making risk-informed engineering decisions.
This module brings together all collected data to perform the safety and serviceability evaluation according to ACI 562 and AISC 360. Participants assess whether the structure meets code requirements for strength, stiffness, and deflection limits. Real examples are used to interpret serviceability issues like cracking, vibration, or excessive movement.
This module transitions from assessment to solution. It explains the main strengthening techniques-including RC and steel jacketing, FRP composites, external post-tensioning, and foundation improvement-and helps participants choose the best method based on assessment findings, constructability, and design codes.
This module focuses on the documentation and submission process required by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). It guides participants through preparing technical reports, QA/QC plans, and method statements that demonstrate code compliance and engineering credibility.
This practical module presents real Abu Dhabi projects to demonstrate complete workflows-from inspection and testing to rehabilitation and approval. Each case study illustrates the challenges, engineering decisions, and lessons learned that define best practices in the Emirate.
The final module links engineering practice to long-term sustainability. It emphasizes preventive maintenance, inspection cycles, documentation culture, and asset management as essential elements of responsible structural engineering. Participants learn how safety assessment contributes to the overall resilience and sustainability of Abu Dhabi’s built environment.
