Rehabilitation of Traditional Structures

Recommended Prerequisites

Structural analysis and design of timber structures.

Teaching Methods

In teaching the course, it is anticipated the presentation of theoretical concepts and advanced knowledge on the topics defined in the syllabus. This will be followed by exemplification . This will be complemented by case studies about the various issues.

Learning Outcomes

Basic knowledge about current structural materials in traditional structures (Before the widpread use of concrete)

Identification of the most relevant pathologies in traditional structures, including causes and potential consequences.

Competencies in the structural inspection of traditional buildings, including the selection of the techniques, and organization of testing campaigns.

Competencies in the definition of reinforcement interventions in timber and masonary structures, including selection of techniques, design, execution and quality control.

Monitoring of traditional structures.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1 - Basic concepts about the materials on existing structures
Timber
Masonary

2 - Main pathologies in traditional strcutures
Roof structures
Floors
load carrying walls

3 - Technical inspection in timber structures´
Main techniques and their scope of effectiveness
Advantages and disadvantages

4 - Durability of timber structures
Durability of timber based products
Concept and design for durability

5 -Tecnhiques for reinforcement of masonary structures
Main techniques and their scope of effectivness
Advantages and disadvantages

6 - Maintenance of timber structures
Objectives
Major phenomena to consider
Main techniques.

Head Lecturer(s)

João Henrique Jorge de Oliveira Negrão

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Resolution Problems: 40.0%
Mini Tests: 60.0%

Bibliography

Bibliografia base

−Apontamentos dos docentes.

- CEN (2004). Eurocode 5 - Design of timber structures - Part 1-1: General - Common rules and rules for buildings. Brussels, CEN. EN 1995-1-1.

- CEN (2005). Eurocode 6 - Design of mansonary structures - Part 1-1: General rules for reinforced and unreinforced masonry structures. Brussels, CEN. EN 1996-1-1.

IPQ (2009). Eurocódigo 1 - Acções em estruturas Caparica, IPQ. NPEN 1991.

 

Bibliografia complementar

Machado, J. M. S. R. S., A. M. P. G. Dias, H. M. P. Cruz, J. E. P. Custódio and P. M. C. Palma (2009). Avaliação e Reforço de Estruturas de Madeira, Verlag Dashofer.

−Vítor Cóias - Reabilitação Estrutural de Edifícios Antigos, Argumentum/Gecorpa, 2007

TRADA – Resin Repairs to Timber Structures – Guidance and Selection, 2000.