Civil / PE Exam
Forensic Engineering and Rehabilitation Course Syllabus
1. Course Overview
- Introduction to forensic engineering principles and practices
- Investigation of structural failures and performance problems
- Condition assessment and evaluation of existing structures
- Rehabilitation and strengthening techniques for concrete, steel, and timber structures
- Use of fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) and other composite materials for repair
- Structural health monitoring systems
- Life cycle assessment and durability considerations
- Case studies of forensic investigations and rehabilitation projects
2. Textbooks (latest editions recommended)
- Ratay, R. T. Forensic Structural Engineering Handbook
- Embrechts, J. J. and Hanus, M. P. Forensic Engineering in Construction
- Chen, W. F. and Duan, L. Bridge Engineering Handbook: Construction and Maintenance