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The Saudi Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures (SBC 310)
Language: ENGLISH
Instructors: BHADANIS SAUDI ARABIA CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TRAINING INSTITUTE ONLINE
Validity Period: 365 days
Why this course?
Course Title:
The Saudi Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures (SBC 310)
Concrete structures across Saudi Arabia face challenging environmental conditions such as high temperatures, salinity, sand-laden winds, and humidity—all of which accelerate deterioration. The Saudi Code for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures (SBC 310) serves as a comprehensive guideline for engineers, consultants, and construction professionals responsible for evaluating, repairing, and extending the service life of concrete buildings and infrastructure.
This professional certification course is designed to provide civil engineers, project managers, and structural inspectors with a complete understanding of the SBC 310 framework—its technical principles, assessment methodologies, material selection, repair design, and documentation requirements. The course emphasizes practical field application with a strong foundation in code compliance, quality assurance, and structural safety evaluation, aligning with the standards set by the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
The primary objective of this course is to enable participants to:
Understand the intent, scope, and structure of SBC 310.
Evaluate existing reinforced concrete structures through visual and detailed inspections.
Identify structural distress, classify damage, and determine the residual capacity of structural elements.
Select suitable repair materials and strengthening systems compatible with SBC 310 requirements.
Design, supervise, and document repair and rehabilitation works in compliance with Saudi building standards.
Plan long-term maintenance and monitoring programs to ensure structural performance and safety.
This module introduces participants to the philosophy and framework of the Saudi Building Code for the rehabilitation of concrete structures. It explains how SBC 310 complements other related codes such as SBC 301 (Structural Loading) and SBC 304 (Concrete Structures).
Sub Module 1.1: Objectives, Scope, and Application of SBC 310
Learners will understand the intent behind SBC 310, its role in enhancing the safety of existing buildings, and its application boundaries—from minor repair works to major rehabilitation projects.
Sub Module 1.2: Key Definitions and Terminologies in Structural Rehabilitation
Covers essential definitions such as service life, deterioration mechanisms, strengthening, retrofitting, and residual strength.
Sub Module 1.3: Classification of Structural Distress and Damage Levels
Provides a clear categorization of structural damage levels—minor, moderate, and severe—with examples of visible symptoms like cracks, deflection, corrosion stains, and spalling.
The second module focuses on initial investigation methods and the importance of systematic documentation before any rehabilitation decision.
Sub Module 2.1: Visual Inspection and Documentation Techniques
Discusses how to perform walk-through inspections, use of inspection checklists, and photographic documentation.
Sub Module 2.2: Structural Condition Rating and Severity Categorization
Explains condition rating systems for beams, slabs, and columns as per SBC 310 recommendations and how to assign severity levels to damages.
Sub Module 2.3: Data Collection, Record Review, and Preliminary Evaluation
Emphasizes reviewing original design drawings, past repair records, and environmental exposure conditions to form a preliminary judgment.
This module details how to move from visual assessment to quantitative evaluation through standardized testing methods.
Sub Module 3.1: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods for Concrete Assessment
Covers rebound hammer, ultrasonic pulse velocity, ground-penetrating radar, and half-cell potential testing methods for assessing concrete quality and corrosion.
Sub Module 3.2: Destructive Testing and Core Sampling Procedures
Explains how to collect, prepare, and test concrete cores for compressive strength and microstructural examination.
Sub Module 3.3: Structural Load Testing and Analytical Evaluation
Demonstrates how to conduct load tests to verify the in-situ capacity of slabs, beams, or foundations, and how to correlate test data with analytical models.
Participants learn how environmental and chemical factors influence concrete durability and structural integrity.
Sub Module 4.1: Assessment of Concrete Strength, Durability, and Permeability
Discusses methods for determining strength, porosity, and resistance to chloride penetration.
Sub Module 4.2: Reinforcement Corrosion and Chemical Attack Evaluation
Focuses on identifying the causes of corrosion, carbonation, and sulfate attack, and their effect on reinforcement strength.
Sub Module 4.3: Environmental Effects and Service Life Estimation
Introduces the concept of residual service life estimation and how climatic exposure influences design life predictions under SBC 310.
Before any repair, engineers must ensure that structural stability and safety margins are properly evaluated.
Sub Module 5.1: Load-Carrying Capacity Assessment of Existing Members
Covers analytical methods to determine the remaining load-bearing strength of deteriorated structural elements.
Sub Module 5.2: Structural Stability and Redundancy Checks
Explains the importance of stability under gravity and lateral loads, redundancy checks, and redistribution of forces after distress.
Sub Module 5.3: Compliance Verification with SBC 301 and SBC 304
Guides participants in aligning rehabilitation design with the requirements of structural and concrete codes applicable in Saudi Arabia.
Repair materials form the foundation of durable rehabilitation. This module discusses their selection, compatibility, and testing.
Sub Module 6.1: Cementitious, Polymer, and Composite Repair Materials
Reviews commonly used materials like epoxy mortars, polymer-modified cement, and fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP).
Sub Module 6.2: Compatibility, Durability, and Performance Requirements
Explains the need for thermal compatibility, bond strength, and long-term durability between old and new materials.
Sub Module 6.3: Material Testing and Quality Verification Procedures
Details lab and field tests for verifying mix design, setting time, compressive strength, and bond properties.
Here, the focus shifts from evaluation to practical techniques of structural restoration.
Sub Module 7.1: Crack Repair and Surface Restoration Techniques
Covers epoxy injection, sealing, routing, and patch repair procedures for different crack types.
Sub Module 7.2: Strengthening Using Steel, FRP, and Section Enlargement
Explains strengthening strategies like external plate bonding, jacketing, and FRP wrapping to enhance flexural or shear capacity.
Sub Module 7.3: Bonding, Anchorage, and Load Transfer Considerations
Highlights the importance of anchorage length, surface preparation, and adhesive selection to ensure efficient load transfer.
Once material and repair methods are selected, the design phase involves preparing rehabilitation drawings and details.
Sub Module 8.1: Design Philosophy for Repair and Rehabilitation Systems
Discusses how to design repair interventions that meet code requirements and maintain structural continuity.
Sub Module 8.2: Structural Detailing for Restored Concrete Members
Illustrates detailing practices for repaired beams, slabs, and columns, including reinforcement arrangement and cover adjustments.
Sub Module 8.3: Integration of New and Existing Structural Elements
Explains how to ensure continuity between repaired and existing members without inducing stress concentrations or mismatched stiffness.
Execution quality defines the success of repair projects. This module explains site procedures, workmanship standards, and inspection practices.
Sub Module 9.1: Preparation, Surface Treatment, and Application Procedures
Guides on cleaning, chipping, sandblasting, and substrate preparation before repair application.
Sub Module 9.2: On-Site Supervision, Inspection, and Quality Assurance
Outlines site monitoring, quality control tests, and supervision protocols as per SBC 310 recommendations.
Sub Module 9.3: Curing, Finishing, and Post-Repair Monitoring
Discusses curing regimes, finishing standards, and short-term monitoring to evaluate repair performance.
The final module focuses on the post-rehabilitation phase, ensuring sustained performance and proper documentation.
Sub Module 10.1: Scheduled Maintenance and Performance Evaluation Plans
Emphasizes the creation of a maintenance schedule with regular inspection intervals and measurable parameters.
Sub Module 10.2: Long-Term Monitoring Systems and Instrumentation
Covers sensors, strain gauges, and visual indicators for tracking structural performance and identifying new signs of distress.
Sub Module 10.3: Final Documentation, Reporting, and Certification Requirements
Provides guidance on preparing comprehensive final reports, as-built documentation, and compliance certificates in accordance with SCE and SBC 310 standards.
This course is ideal for:
Civil and Structural Engineers
Project Managers and Site Engineers
QA/QC and Inspection Engineers
Consultants and Design Review Professionals
Facility Managers handling maintenance of concrete structures
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Conduct complete condition assessments of existing concrete structures.
Identify deterioration mechanisms and evaluate material properties accurately.
Select suitable repair materials and design rehabilitation plans.
Supervise site works following SBC 310 quality and documentation requirements.
Develop preventive maintenance and monitoring programs to extend service life.
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