Construction Methods and Materials: Heavy Construction

Heavy construction refers to the type of construction in which large bulks of materials (over 5 inches thick) and extra heavy structural members are used, such as steel, timber, concrete, or a combination of these materials. Heavy construction includes the construction of bridges, shoring operations, waterfront structures, and steel frame structures. This course describes equipment, terminology, and techniques of heavy construction and explains the methods of constructing heavy timber structures and waterfront structures.

Topics: Bridge Construction Methods Bridge Components and Terminology Types of Modular Bridges Shoring Excavation Pile Construction Methods Pile Driving Equipment Pile Types Pile Extraction Methods and Equipment Waterfront Structures and Terminology Timber Fasteners and Connectors Steel Frame Structures Construction Materials: Concrete, Steel, Timber. 

Intended Audience: This course is intended for Civil, Construction, Facilities, Architectural, Transportation, and other engineers whose job description requires a basic knowledge of heavy construction methodology and terminology. Publication Source: US Navy (NAVEDTRA)