Participation

About the Organisation

The course is open to
Advanced Course on
CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre, Chennai, is one of the
Construction, design, inspection & maintenance, quality
national laboratories under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research
control, PWD engineers, certifying and planning engineers
Recent Advances in Concrete Technology
(CSIR), India. CSIR-SERC has built-up excellent facilities and expertise
for the analysis, design and testing of structures and structural components. from Government, public and private sector organizations &
Academicians, Scientists and Research scholars, from
Services of CSIR-SERC are being extensively used by the Central and State
academic and research institutions Durability of Concrete Structures
governments and public and private sector undertakings. Scientists of
CSIR-SERC serve on many national and international committees and the (RACT & DCS 2019)
Registration 21 - 23 August 2019
Centre is recognised at the national and international levels as a leading
research institution in the field of Structural engineering. CSIR-SERC is an Applications for participation in the course may be sent in the attached
ISO certified institution. proforma along with the registration fee to the course coordinators so as
to reach them on or before 15th July 2019. The registration fee shall be
remitted by a crossed Demand Draft drawn in favour of “CSIR-SERC”
payable at Chennai. For e-payment, the amount may be transferred to
CSIR-SERC savings A/C No. 30225927924 with SBI, Taramani (IFSC
Code: SBIN0010673; MICR Code: 600002130) – towards “RACT &
DCS 2019 fee”.
Intimation about acceptance of registration for the course will be
communicated to the participants by last week of July 2019.

Travel, Boarding and Lodging Arrangements

Travel, boarding and lodging expenses of the participants will have to be
borne by them or their sponsoring organizations. However, limited
accommodation in the Trainee’s Hostel at CSIR-SERC Campus may be
arranged on first-come-first served basis at extra cost. Participants, who
wish to avail this facility are advised to write to the course coordinator
well in advance, and in any case, not later than 14th August 2019.

Coordinators
Dr. S. Bhaskar, Senior Principal Scientist
Dr (Ms). P.S. Ambily, Senior Scientist

Please mail to:

Dr. S. Bhaskar/Dr (Ms). P.S. Ambily
Course coordinators For further details, please contact Organised by
Recent Advances in Concrete Technology & Durability of Concrete Dr. S. Bhaskar/Dr. (P.S. Ambily)
Structures (RACT & DCS 2019) Course Coordinators (RACT&DCS 2019)
CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre, CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre
CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre,
CSIR Campus, TTTI (Post), Taramani, Chennai - 600113, India Tel.: (91) (44) 22549167/9153; (An ISO certified organisation)
Tel.: (91) (44) 22549167/9153; Fax: (91) (44) 2541508 Mobile Nos. 9444671577; 9444042805 CSIR Campus, Taramani
E-mail: bhaskar@serc.res.in; ambilyps@serc.res.in, Chennai – 600 113, India
https://www.serc.res.in
 Advanced Course on Objectives
RECENT ADVANCES IN CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY & The primary objective of the course is to provide an opportunity for
DURABILITY OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES researchers, practising engineers, academicians and consultants, belonging
(RACT & DCS 2019) to the public and private sector organisations/institutions, and other
engineering professionals to familiarise themselves with the recent CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre
An advanced course on Recent Advances in Concrete Technology & developments in concrete technology, durability related issues such as CSIR Campus, Taramani, Chennai-600113
Durability of Concrete Structures (RACT&DCS 2019) will be conducted by corrosion of reinforced concrete structures, condition assessment by non-
the CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC), Chennai, destructive testing (NDT), and repair & rehabilitation. Registration form
during 21-23 August, 2019.
Programme Outline Advanced Course on
BACKGROUND Recent Advances in Concrete Technology &
Concrete is the second most widely used construction material in the world after The course will cover various aspects like
Durability of Concrete Structures (RACT&DCS 2019)
water. Many advancements are taking place in concrete technology for the past
three decades: which include new materials, mixture proportioning, chemical  Durability of reinforced concrete, corrosion assessment 21 - 23 August 2019
admixtures, recycling, structural design, durability performance requirements,  Geopolymer concrete, ultra-high performance concrete 1. Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ………. . .
testing and specifications etc. Most noteworthy is the development of  Self-compacting concrete, eco-friendliness of concrete 2. Gender (Male/Female). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
superplasticized concrete mixtures which give very high fluidity at relatively  Advanced NDT, structural health monitoring
low water contents. High strength concrete, ultra-high strength concrete, the use 3. Designation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
of corrosion-inhibiting admixtures, epoxy-coated reinforced steel, advanced  Advancements in concrete technology
cementitious composites using nanotechnology are among the latest  Repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures 4. Official/Postal Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …
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technological advancements. Eco- friendliness of the concrete is also becoming  Nanotechnology for cementitious composites
increasingly important for technology assessment at present and in future. The ....................................................
 Field experience and problems during concrete construction
growing interest in sustainable materials and structures has led to considerable 4. Address for correspondence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R & D efforts in the development of viable alternative materials for Portland  3D printing of concrete
cement and aggregates. These include: Geopolymer using industrial byproduct . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laboratory demo and visit to different laboratories of CSIR-SERC is
as binder source material, recycled aggregate, other alternative aggregates such . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
as copper slag, fly ash aggregate, and blast furnace slag, etc. arranged for the benefit of the participants.
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In recent years, researchers have focused on the improvement of concrete The participants will be awarded with a certificate on successful completion
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quality regarding its mechanical and durability parameters, service life and of the course.
environmental aspects. Generally, concrete structures have the potential to be 5. Payment details:
durable and capable of withstanding different environmental conditions. Venue Details of Demand Draft
However, penetration of chlorides, carbon dioxide (CO2), moisture, etc., can DD No.: Date:
CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre, Taramani, Chennai.
cause the corrosion of rebars and deteriorate the structure. Making of durable Bank Name:
concrete and taking suitable control measures on structures at the appropriate Amount:
time can enhance the service life. Duration
Three days; Time 09:00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Online Payment Details
In view of the present state of practices and technological advancements, it is UTR Number: Date:
proposed to organise three days advanced course to disseminate the knowledge Fee Amount:
to various academicians, researchers, practicing engineers, applicators, etc. The
advanced course RACT & DCS 2019 is intended to provide clear exposure to Rs. 10000/- per participant inclusive of GST for Indian participants and
6. Degree/Membership of Professional Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . ..
current research activities in India and also to bring out the emerging trends US $ 250/- for foreign delegates. The fee includes the cost of course
in concrete technology and durability of concrete. The programme is material, lunch and refreshment during the course period. The brochure and .....................................................
designed to have a series of lectures by the scientists of CSIR-SERC and details of the registration can be downloaded from the CSIR-SERC web site 7. Brief account of experience and specialization. . . . . . . . . . . . . ..
also the leading experts and technologists in the area of concrete technology, http://www.serc.res.in
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durability of concrete, repair & rehabilitation.
8. Accommodation at CSIR-SERC Trainees’ Hostel required Y/N

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Place: Signature of the participant