Summary: | This course focuses on the concept of Fracture Critical members (FCMs), identification of FCMs, failure mechanics, fatigue in metal, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, inspection procedures, and reporting for common FCMs. There are hands-on examples of popular NDT techniques and a case study of the preparation of an inspection plan for a fracture critical bridge.
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Learning Outcomes: | Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will be able to:
• Identify fracture critical bridges, fracture critical bridge members, and fatigue prone details;
• Categorize contributing factors in the initiation and propagation of fatigue cracks;
• Perform an intensive, in-depth and thorough fracture critical member inspection;
• Identify various crack types and access their impact on the performance of the member;
• Evaluate, select and facilitate the use of available NDT methods; and
• Recommend a necessary course of action based on inspection findings.
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Outline: | Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges.xlsx
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Prerequisites: | Attendees must have a basic understanding of bridge mechanics and bridge safety inspection.
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Target Audience: | Public and private sector bridge inspectors, supervisors, project engineers, maintenance engineers, shop inspectors, shop foreman, and others responsible for shop fabrication and field inspection of fracture critical steel bridge members.
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Final Exam: | Yes |
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