The course offers the basics and beyond the basics, required to efficiently design and detail post-tensioning floors systems and understand the construction techniques. The course covers various topics including step-by-step design of post-tensioned concrete floors, code applications, diaphragm design, estimating deflections, modeling and software and good detailing practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the basic concepts and methodology of Post-Tensioning (PT)
• Code guidelines on PT design and construction
• Learn the procedure for flexural and shear design of posttensioned beams and slabs
• Understand the causes of cracking in PT structures and explore methods to mitigate their effects
• Discuss the practical considerations/ field issues as applied to PT structures
• Understand Post-Tensioning in Multi-story buildings
• Computer applications and exploring available computer software packages for PT Design.