The “Introduction to Concrete Formwork” is a comprehensive 5-week course designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the crucial elements of concrete formwork. It covers the identification of materials and form hardware, along with the implementation of formwork safety practices. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will acquire hands-on experience in constructing various types of formwork. This includes the fabrication of form hardware, interior and exterior stairs made of concrete, wall forms, pilasters and column forms, foundation footing forms, gang forms, concrete columns with drop panels, and flatwork combining suspended slabs with concrete beams. This course ensures that participants will leave with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of concrete formwork, equipped with the skills needed for successful application in real-world scenarios.

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