Course Introduction

Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) systems enable infrastructure owners to assess the condition and performance of structures in real time, supporting early detection of deterioration and enhancing safety and reliability.

This course introduces participants to SHM technologies, data interpretation, and practical applications for bridges, tunnels, and public infrastructure assets.

Course Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Understand SHM concepts and technologies
• Select appropriate monitoring systems for infrastructure assets
• Interpret monitoring data for decision-making
• Support preventive maintenance strategies
• Enhance infrastructure safety and reliability

Target Audience

• Structural and civil engineers
• Bridges and tunnel engineers
• Asset management professionals
• Operations and maintenance teams
• Public works authority engineers
• Infrastructure inspection specialists

Course Outline (5 Training Days)

Day 1: Introduction to Structural Health Monitoring

• Purpose and benefits of SHM
• Types of structures suitable for monitoring
• Monitoring strategies and system architecture
• Role of SHM in public infrastructure
• International practices and standards

Day 2: Sensors and Monitoring Technologies

• Types of sensors and instrumentation
• Data acquisition systems
• Installation considerations
• System calibration and validation
• Safety and reliability aspects

Day 3: Data Management and Interpretation

• Data processing and analysis
• Identifying anomalies and trends
• Condition assessment techniques
• Decision support using SHM data
• Case studies

Day 4: SHM Implementation and Integration

• Planning SHM systems
• Integration with asset management platforms
• Performance monitoring and reporting
• Managing vendors and service providers
• Cost-benefit considerations

Day 5: Advanced Applications and Best Practices

• Long-term monitoring strategies
• SHM for risk reduction
• Lessons learned from real projects
• Future trends in SHM
• Course review