This comprehensive course on the construction of precast systems covers all essential aspects, starting with an introduction to types of precast systems and their production processes. It delves into the creation of design and shop drawings, the preparation of moulds, and good casting practices. It also addresses the various methods of casting, concreting, and curing, followed by demoulding and inspection procedures. The course further explores the storage, delivery, handling, and erection of precast components, including quality inspection and tolerances. Preventive measures are discussed, focusing on testing requirements, water tightness, temporary supports, and MEP-related issues, alongside common defects and remedies. Lastly, the course covers design basis criteria, including geometric parameters, occupancy, location-specific factors, material specifications, analysis tools, and load considerations, encompassing gravity loads, seismic parameters, wind loads, and load combinations.

Target Learners:  Undergraduate students of Civil Engineering  Post-Graduate Students of Geotechnical Engineering  Practicing Engineers in Pile Construction based projects.  Faculties of Civil Engineering Domain Pre-requisites:  Analytical skill for determinate & indeterminate structures and design knowledge of reinforced concrete members  Exposure to codes and standards (Indian standard codes for concrete, wind and earthquake design)