Would you like to get started with concrete as a building material? Then take the online course A Concrete Start. Five online modules cover all the essential basic information: you’ll learn about the different types of concrete and the raw materials used. After each module, you can test your knowledge to see how you’re progressing.
In this course, you’ll gain knowledge about concrete as a building material and the raw materials used to make it.
The target groups for this course are batching plant operators, truck mixer drivers, production staff, work planners, site supervisors, aales representatives, and administrative staff.
You don't need a specific diploma to take part in this course.
This course offers numerous benefits:
- Perfectly aligned with the situation in the Netherlands
- Key terms also provided in Dutch
- Study when you want and at your own pace
- Self-assessments after each module
- Start any time of the year
After completing this course, you’ll understand the key principles of concrete as a building material.
In this couse we use the following methods for learning: cases, online modules, and self-assessments.
In this course you use online modules.
In this course, we use the Beton Academie (Concrete Academy). Here, you’ll find relevant information about the course components, such as an overview of the learning objectives and the topics covered.
Instructors can also upload other relevant documents to the Beton Academie, such as articles, assignments, or links to websites or videos.
In addition, instructors can post announcements through the Academy; for example, when they have uploaded interesting background information.
As a participant, you can also exchange ideas, ask each other questions, and work together to find answers. You’ll have access to the online environment for one year.
In the first module, you’ll learn about various properties of fresh concrete and hardened concrete. You’ll discover why concrete is the most widely used building material in the world today.
The second module focuses on binding agents. You’ll get to know the most important types: Portland cement, blast-furnace cement, and Portland composite cement. Each binder has its own specific applications.
In the third module, you’ll learn about aggregates, which make up about 70% of concrete. What types are there? How do you create a good mix of different materials and particle sizes? And what roles do admixtures and fillers play in fresh and hardened concrete?
In the fourth module, we take a closer look at the properties of fresh concrete. Flowability is very important during the workable phase. How do you measure flowability? What other properties play a role during production? And how can you prevent damage in the first few hours after casting?
In the fifth and final module, we focus on the properties of the end product: hardened concrete. Concrete is the most widely used building material in the world, thanks to its many positive properties. We also cover various special types of concrete.
This course's learning goals are:
- You know the raw materials that make up concrete and their properties.
- You know the properties of concrete, fresh concrete, and special types of concrete.
This course doesn't have an exam. You will receive Proof of Participation (Bewijs van Deelname) upon completion of all modules.
opleidingen@betonvereniging.nl
chantal@betonvereniging.nl
Stap vandaag nog binnen in de wereld van beton met deze online basiscursus.
Ontdek de wereld van beton gemakkelijk vanuit huis met deze online cursus. Volg twaalf modules vol informatie en toetsen om je voortgang te meten.
Hét jaarlijkse toonaangevende netwerkevenement van de beton(bouw)sector in Nederland.
