Advanced Topics in Science and Technology of Concrete

ABOUT THE COURSE: This edition of the Advanced Topics course focuses on the use of recycled concrete as aggregate in new concrete construction. The course material was developed as part of the SPARC collaborative project between IIT Madras, University of Cape Town and University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. The lectures in this course give a full background of the collection, processing and properties of recycled concrete aggregates. The impact of their use in terms of concrete performance and the effect on long term durability is also explored. Finally, a an understanding of the sustainability impact and the policies and practices in India and South Africa is also provided.INTENDED AUDIENCE:Senior UG students, PG students, concrete industry professionals, Structural engineersPREREQUISITES: An understanding of basic concrete technologyINDUSTRY SUPPORT: All concrete suppliers and construction contractors

Week 1: Influence of aggregates on concrete properties; Sources and types of recycled aggregate; Availability, collection and processing of recycled aggregate
Week 2:Properties of recycled concrete aggregate; performance of concrete with recycled aggregate in fresh and hardened states
Week 3:Design of concrete with recycled aggregate; Utilization of recycled concrete fines; Performance approach for design of concrete structures with recycled aggregate; current standards and limitations on use of recycled aggregate
Week 4:Environmental impact and life cycle assessment; Construction supply chains and market issues for recycled aggregate; Panel discussions – experts from India and South Africa.