Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles and engineering considerations for designing liquid retaining structures such as water tanks, reservoirs, and wastewater treatment structures.
2. Learn about material selection, structural analysis, and leakage prevention techniques.
3. Gain expertise in hydraulic and structural design methodologies, including load calculations and stress analysis.
4. Develop skills in ensuring compliance with relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ACI, BS, IS, and Eurocodes).
5. Enhance their ability to incorporate durability, crack control, and maintenance strategies into structural design.

Course Syllabus:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Liquid Retaining Structures

1. Introduction to Liquid Retaining Structures
2. Basic Structural and Hydraulic Considerations
3. Material Selection for Durability
4. Workshop: Evaluating Site Conditions for a Liquid Retaining Structure

Day 2: Structural Analysis and Design Criteria

1. Load Calculations and Stress Analysis
2. Reinforced Concrete Design for Liquid Retaining Structures
3. Seismic and Wind Considerations in Design
4. Case Study: Designing a Reinforced Concrete Water Tank

Day 3: Special Considerations for Tanks and Reservoirs

1. Design of Circular and Rectangular Water Tanks
2. Underground and Elevated Tanks
3. Prestressed Concrete Tanks
4. Workshop: Structural Analysis of an Underground Liquid Retaining Tank

Day 4: Waterproofing, Cracking Control, and Maintenance

1. Waterproofing and Joint Design
2. Crack Prevention and Repair Techniques
3. Corrosion Protection and Durability Considerations
4. Case Study: Crack Control and Waterproofing Strategies for a Large Reservoir

Day 5: Compliance, Risk Mitigation, and Project Execution

1. Design Codes and Standards for Liquid Retaining Structures
2. Risk Mitigation Strategies in Structural Design
3. Construction Techniques and Quality Control