Theory

1. Introduction to the design of reinforced concrete structures according to Eurocode 2.
2. Reinforced concrete technology. Mechanical properties of steel and concrete.
3. Basic design principles, actions and combinations of actions.
4. Design based on the Ultimate Limit State (ULS) under uniaxial and biaxial bending with axial force:
   Basic principles, cross-section analysis, design of rectangular reinforced concrete beams with single or double reinforcement, design of T-beams, design of rectangular columns under uniaxial and biaxial bending with axial force, design of circular columns, calculation of bending resistance moment for a given reinforcement in rectangular beams, T-beams, rectangular columns, and L- and T-shaped sections.
5. Design of reinforced concrete beams subjected to vertical loads and seismic actions.
6. Rules for detailing and reinforcement of linear reinforced concrete members.
7. Design of linear reinforced concrete members with respect to the Ultimate Limit State in shear.

Laboratory

1. Concrete mix design.
2. Regulations on concrete technology and steel technology.
3. Concrete production.
4. Compliance checks of concrete mix and batch.
5. Assessment of concrete strength class using destructive testing methods.
6. Assessment of concrete strength class using non-destructive testing methods.
7. Testing of concrete properties.
8. Environmental exposure conditions and durability of reinforced concrete structures, concrete cover to reinforcement.
9. Reading and preparation of formwork drawings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

Theory

• Explain the mechanical behavior of concrete and reinforcing steel.
• Calculate design loads according to Eurocode 1 and apply the appropriate combinations of actions.
• Determine cross-sectional dimensions and required longitudinal reinforcement for rectangular beams with single or double reinforcement, T-beams, rectangular columns under uniaxial or biaxial bending with axial force, and circular columns.
• Calculate the required longitudinal reinforcement in reinforced concrete beams subjected to vertical loads and seismic actions.
• Calculate the bending resistance moment for a given reinforcement in rectangular beams, T-beams, rectangular columns, and L- and T-shaped sections.
• Calculate the required shear reinforcement of linear reinforced concrete members based on the Ultimate Limit State in shear.

Laboratory

• Calculate the quantities of constituent materials required for concrete mix design.
• Explain the methods of concrete production, placement, and curing.
• Apply inspection procedures and compliance criteria for reinforcing steel in accordance with steel technology regulations.
• Assess concrete strength and strength class using destructive and non-destructive testing methods.
• Read and prepare formwork drawings.