This chapter discusses concrete construction and its properties relevant to fire service. It aims to help students understand the material properties of concrete, the differences between precast and cast-in-place concrete, and factors that influence the quality and fire resistance of concrete. The chapter contains three sections that cover the material properties of concrete, different concrete framing systems, and a summary and review of the key topics.
2. Lesson Goal
‣ After completing this lesson, the student
shall be able to discuss the properties,
uses, and behavior under fire conditions
of concrete used in construction.
3. ‣ Upon successful completion of this lesson, the student shall
be able to
‣ Identify material properties of concrete.
‣ Differentiate between precast and cast-in-place concrete.
‣ Determine factors that affect the finished quality of concrete.
‣ Recognize factors that influence fire resistance in concrete
construction.
‣ Describe types of concrete framing systems.
Learning Objectives
4. Section Outline Pages Text Pages
Section I: Material Properties of Concrete 4-22 257-267
Section II: Concrete Framing Systems 23-31 267-272
Section III: Summary and Review 31-32 272
Chapter Content
