Retrofitting and Rehabilitation of Structures (CE-803 (C)) - Important Questions

Write in detail about surface deterioration of concrete and its preventive measures.

Explain the following terms:

What are the causes of distress and deterioration of concrete?

List the non-destructive tests for assessing concrete strength and explain the types

Describe about different types of cracking in structures.

Explain the role of NDT in qualifying a structure after retrofitting

Give the classification of tests for assessing existing structural distress and the tests under each category

How do you carry out physical inspection of distressed concrete structures?

List the steps involved in evaluation of structures and explain the different aspect of detailed investigation.

What are the different situations that call for investigation of structures?

Describe methods of corrosion protection / preventive measures against corrosion in structures, including corrosion inhibitors and corrosion-resistant steel.

Explain crack stabilization and moisture effects on concrete buildings.

Write the causes for deterioration of steel.

Describe the diagnosis of construction failures.

Explain the mechanism of temperature variation in concrete and its remedial measures.

Explain the importance of concrete cover in RCC structures.

Explain the factors to be considered by the designer at the construction site.

Explain surface repair, rehabilitation and retrofitting techniques for structural elements.

Explain in detail the strengthening of beams using the jacketing technique.

Explain in detail about shear transfer strengthening.

What do you understand by seismic rehabilitation of existing buildings?

Define maintenance. Explain the importance of maintenance.

Explain restoration / strengthening of columns using the jacketing method.

Classify and explain the use of different techniques for repair.

Write about demolition of structures using engineered technique.

Write about damage under accidental and cyclic load.