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Housing the Future within the Past: The Transformation of University Hall at the University of Alabama

Civil + Structural Engineer

The entire 100,000 square foot renovation project was focused on transforming the existing historic University Hall campus building into a new home for the College of Continuing Studies. The first step in transforming the structure was tearing the existing University Hall down to its concrete framework.

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Structural Audit Definition | Structural Audit of Residential Building | Why Structural Audit | Need of Structural Audit | When to do Structural Audit

CivilJungle

Structural Audit Definition. Structural Audit can be defined as a very important approach to understanding the distress level or condition of any existing civil engineering structure or a building. Structural Audit of Residential Building.

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What Is Cast-In-Situ Concrete | Cast in Place Concrete Advantages and Disadvantages | Concrete Casting Techniques

CivilJungle

Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Definition of Cast in Place Concrete. Cast in place concrete is a construction technology where building components like walls, slabs are cast at the site by Formwork. Cast in place concrete wall is an exposed civil, structural system.

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Collaborative Construction Procurement Planning and Project Delivery = Best Value Outcomes

Job Order Contracting

Early and ongoing collaboration between contractors, designers and owners…procurement, facilities management, building users… drives consistent attainment of on-time, on-budget, and satisfactory outcomes for all… But… it requires a change in CULTURE, and the adoption of LEAN SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES.

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Functions of Foundation | Requirements of Good Foundation | Types of Foundation | Types of Shallow Foundations | Types of Deep Foundations

CivilJungle

Introduction of Foundation: Foundation is one of the most important parts of the building. The foundation plays a crucial role in the structure and it is the lowermost part of the building below the ground level which provides a base for the structure. Location of the Foundation. Settlement of Foundation.

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Integrated Project Delivery Software and Support Services

Job Order Contracting

IPD software and support services provide an environment with a collaborative focus upon requirements definition and successful repair, renovation, and new construction project completion. While fundamental LEAN elements serve as the foundation, solutions can be tailored to an organization’s individual requirements.

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What Is Bulking of Sand | Bulking of Sand Is Caused Due to | Bulking of Sand Graph | Bulking of Sand Formula | Test Procedure to Determine the Bulking of Sand

CivilJungle

Also, Read: What Is Pad Foundation | Failure of Pad Foundation | Pad Foundation Detail | Types of Pad Foundation | Design of the Pad Footing Depends on Several Factors. This method is considered as one of the most important methods of field control to produce quality concrete for construction purpose. Short Note.