Top Courses in Civil Engineering

Learn how to design and build with Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP), the new high-performance composite material for structural engineering.

Benefits of using FRPs FRPs offer designers opportunities for innovative, free-form design; Construction companies can benefit from reducing the weight of a bridge deck for example and experience a snowball effect with reductions in the costs for foundations, lifting equipment, transportation, bearings, etc.; Infrastructure owners can make profits in the long term by investing in FRP structures which are corrosion and fatigue-free and therefore exclude costly and time-consuming maintenance. FRPs in building and infrastructure

In this course, you will learn about engineering applications with FRPs in building and infrastructure development. There are more widely available courses about the use of composite materials in the field of aerospace engineering. But aspects and requirements such as scale, laminate composition, nature of loading, environment, life-span, production techniques and tolerances, quality control, inspection, and maintenance are quite different in construction projects compared with aerospace and automotive applications.... [-]

Weight reduction is a key factor in the development of materials and components for use in many industries. Lightweight structures are widely used for this purpose. However, these structures present challenges: they need to be light but also safe, durable and easy to maintain. How can this be done?

This course provides an introduction to lightweight structures, starting with the "trinity" - the interaction between shape design, base material, and manufacturing. The evidence gained from both successes and failures demonstrates that the interaction between these three elements is crucial for successful designs and end products.

The course covers the design principles of lightweight structures; durability and fatigue; testing; manufacturing methods and mechanics. The main focus is on structures made with composites but the use of metals will be addressed as well.... [-]

Fatigue fractures may occur as a consequence of cyclic loading structures. In particular, within the context of fatigue and damage tolerance certification, engineers should have the knowledge and skills to analyze and assess fatigue life and fatigue performance. This includes the ability to design against fatigue and to validate designs with validated fatigue strength justifications. Fatigue fractures and related structural failures may be caused by a variety of factors, such as quality of applied materials, the production technology, the structural design, inappropriate reliability calculations, underestimations of load spectra, and inappropriate use of structures. With so many possible factors an integral and rigorous engineering approach is required.... [-]

This course delivers the skillset in linear or structural modeling that is required to solve structural problems from which you can develop finite element (FE) models for practical applications. It also teaches how results can be correctly interpreted. The course uses an open source FE package in a series of weekly practical sessions where models are constructed for sample problems and results are validated against simplified analytical models or open literature.

The majority of professionals in many branches of mechanical engineering will benefit from adding FEM to their skills array. The ability to develop modeling skills under supervision in a non-critical environment means that skills and techniques can be acquired in a logical, progressive manner.... [-]

Best Courses in Civil Engineering 2019/2020. Title Duration Price Admission Requirements Contact Civil Engineering Science (Introduction to Concrete Technology ) 3 Days R10000 Grade 12. Recognition of previous learning will be based on the candidates’ experience in concrete technology or related field for a period of at least 1 year Mr J Bester jannesb@uj.ac.za Civil Engineering Science (Concrete Technology ) 3 Days R10000 Grade 12 plus a minimum of two years’ experience in concrete technology or a related fi in the built environment. Successful completion of the SLP Introduction to Concrete Technology. Recognition of previous learning will be based on the candidates’ experience in concrete technology or related field for a period of at least 3 Mr J Bester jannesb@uj.ac.za Construction Management and Quantity Surveying (Construction Project Management) 8 Days R15000 Grade 12 Applicants not in possession of such a qualifi will be considered for admission on the basis of alternative admission criteria such a relevant work experience RPL. Students will be required to submit proof of this in the form of a CV, references or prior learning Prof D Thwala didibhukut@uj.ac.za Mechanical Engineering Science (Green Building Applications ) 150 Hours R6500 Minimum of a first 4 year degree in relevant engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, and Industrial) or other 4 year degree on NQF level 8 in a related field . Ms N Janse van Rensburg nickeyjvr@uj.ac.za Mechanical Engineering Science (Advanced Numerical Methods ) 150 Hours R6500 Minimum of a first 4 year degree in relevant engineering field (Mechanical,... [-]