Concrete Technology and Durability (CM-052) Training Course

Concrete Technology and Durability

Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world, yet poor mix design, placement, curing or protection still cause cracking, honeycombing, corrosion of…

5 daysClassroom or online

49Upcoming dates

12Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Introduction

Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world, yet poor mix design, placement, curing or protection still cause cracking, honeycombing, corrosion of reinforcement and premature deterioration. Durability problems may take years to appear but can be extremely costly to repair.

This Concrete Technology and Durability training course provides a practical understanding of concrete materials and how to achieve strong, durable structures. Participants learn about cement types and supplementary materials, aggregates and admixtures, mix design, fresh and hardened properties, batching, transport, placing, compaction and curing, quality testing, deterioration mechanisms and durability design for aggressive environments.

The course connects materials science with site practice so that engineers and managers can prevent defects and specify concrete with confidence.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Explain the constituents of concrete and their roles
Understand the principles of concrete mix design
Describe fresh and hardened concrete properties
Manage batching, transport, placing, compaction and curing
Plan and interpret concrete quality control tests
Identify causes of cracking and common concrete defects
Explain deterioration mechanisms and durability design
Specify concrete for hot climates and aggressive environments

Target Audience

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including:

Site and project engineers
Structural and materials engineers
Quality control engineers and inspectors
Construction managers and supervisors
Ready-mix and precast concrete staff
Client and consultant engineers

Training Methodology

The course combines technical explanation with case studies, test results and photographs of defects. Participants review mix designs, interpret test reports, diagnose defects, plan pours and curing regimes and develop durability specifications for different exposure conditions.

Target Competencies

Concrete materials knowledge
Mix design understanding
Site concreting practice
Quality testing interpretation
Defect diagnosis
Durability specification

Course outline

1Day One: Concrete Materials

Cement types and their properties
Supplementary materials: fly ash, slag and silica fume
Aggregates: grading, shape and quality requirements
Mixing water quality and its effects
Chemical admixtures and their applications
Sustainability and lower carbon concrete options
Exercise: selecting materials for different applications

2Day Two: Mix Design and Properties

Principles of concrete mix design
Water to cement ratio and strength relationships
Workability, slump and flow properties
Setting, heat of hydration and early age behaviour
Strength development and hardened properties
Special concretes: self-compacting and high performance
Workshop: reviewing a concrete mix design

3Day Three: Site Practice

Batching, mixing and transport of concrete
Planning pours and placement methods
Compaction and avoiding honeycombing
Curing methods and their importance
Concreting in hot weather and cold weather
Formwork striking times and early loading
Exercise: planning a large concrete pour

4Day Four: Quality Control and Defects

Sampling and testing fresh concrete
Compressive strength testing and acceptance criteria
Non-destructive testing of hardened concrete
Plastic shrinkage, thermal and settlement cracking
Surface defects and their causes
Investigating and repairing defective concrete
Case study: diagnosing cracking in a structure

5Day Five: Durability and Deterioration

Exposure classes and durability requirements
Reinforcement corrosion from chlorides and carbonation
Sulphate attack and alkali-silica reaction
Cover, permeability and protective measures
Durability design for marine and hot climates
Inspection and maintenance of concrete structures
Personal action plan for concrete quality

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Concrete Technology and Durability course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Concrete Technology and Durability course?

The next public date is 7 - 11 Dec 2026 in Frankfurt. There are 49 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Frankfurt, London, Barcelona, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, Madrid, Munich, Paris, Vienna, Amsterdam, Dubai, Geneva.

Can I take Concrete Technology and Durability online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Concrete Technology and Durability

Course overview

Introduction

Course Objectives

Target Audience

Training Methodology

Target Competencies

Course outline

Dates and fees

Frequently asked questions

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