Master’s in Structural Pathology, Rehabilitation and Reinforcement Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in structural pathology, rehabilitation and strengthening engineering: 12 modules covering deterioration mechanisms, inspection and NDT, assessment of existing structures, concrete repair under the EN 1504 series, FRP and other strengthening techniques, and seismic retrofitting under EN 1998-3, with an assigned technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Identify the deterioration mechanisms of structures.
Plan inspections and testing campaigns.
Assess the capacity of existing structures.
Select repair systems in accordance with EN 1504.
Design strengthening for concrete, steel, timber and masonry.
Apply seismic retrofitting to existing buildings.
Prepare rehabilitation designs and manage their execution.
Who it's for
- Structural pathology engineers diagnosing damage in buildings and infrastructure.
- Rehabilitation consultants advising on repair and strengthening strategies.
- Building inspectors carrying out technical inspections of existing buildings.
- Structural strengthening engineers designing FRP, steel and concrete solutions.
- NDT technicians running testing campaigns on structures.
- Rehabilitation site managers running repair and strengthening works.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to move into building rehabilitation.
What you'll work with
- EN 1504 series (products and systems for the protection and repair of concrete structures)
- CEN/TS 17440:2020 (assessment and retrofitting of existing structures)
- EN 1998-3 (Eurocode 8-3) (assessment and retrofitting of buildings for seismic resistance)
- Spanish Structural Code (Royal Decree 470/2021) (design of concrete and steel structures in Spain)
- CTE DB SE (Spanish Building Code: structural safety)
- UNE-EN 12504-1 (testing concrete in structures: cored specimens)
- UNE-EN 12504-2 (testing concrete in structures: rebound number)
- fib Bulletin 90 (externally applied FRP reinforcement for concrete structures)
- SAP2000
- ETABS
- SeismoStruct
- Midas Gen
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1The concepts of pathology and damage1.2General deterioration mechanisms1.3Interpreting crack maps1.4Reinforcement corrosion1.5Carbonation of concrete1.6Chloride ingress1.7Alkali-aggregate reaction and expansion1.8Sulphate attack and delayed ettringite formation1.9Freeze-thaw damage1.10Case study: diagnosis of a floor slab affected by high-alumina cement
2.1Corrosion and fatigue in steel structures2.2Decay and insect attack in timber2.3Damage in brick masonry2.4Deterioration of natural stone2.5Defects in one-way floor slabs2.6Differential settlement of foundations2.7Rising damp and water ingress2.8Structural fire damage2.9Damage after earthquakes2.10Practical exercise: inspection of a timber structure
3.1Phased inspection methodology3.2Surveying and data collection3.3Rebound hammer index3.4Ultrasonic pulse velocity3.5Core extraction and testing3.6Reinforcement corrosion potential3.7Ground-penetrating radar for rebar detection3.8Covermeter surveys and concrete cover3.9Carbonation and chloride tests3.10Lab: non-destructive testing campaign
4.1Assessment according to the Spanish Structural Code4.2Technical specification CEN/TS 174404.3Structural reliability in assessment4.4Updating parameters with test results4.5Load tests for assessment4.6Modelling deteriorated structures4.7Residual load-bearing capacity4.8Estimating remaining service life4.9Decision criteria for intervention4.10Workshop: assessment of a corroded floor slab
5.1EN 1504 repair principles5.2Structural repair mortars5.3Crack injection with resins5.4Coatings and protection systems5.5Corrosion inhibitors5.6Electrochemical realkalisation of concrete5.7Electrochemical chloride extraction5.8Cathodic protection of reinforcement5.9Selecting repair systems5.10Practical exercise: repair plan for a concrete facade
6.1Section enlargement with concrete6.2Column jacketing6.3Strengthening with bonded steel plates6.4Flexural strengthening with FRP6.5Shear strengthening with FRP6.6Column confinement with FRP6.7Additional external prestressing6.8Near-surface mounted (NSM) laminates6.9Post-installed anchors and connectors6.10Case study: CFRP strengthening of a bridge girder
7.1Strengthening steel sections7.2Timber prostheses and strengthening7.3Strengthening masonry walls7.4Consolidation of vaults and arches7.5Tying with steel tie rods7.6Compatible lime mortars7.7Grouting of masonry7.8Crack stitching with bars7.9Strengthening with TRM meshes7.10Workshop: strengthening a timber floor
8.1Seismic vulnerability of buildings8.2Seismic assessment methods8.3Non-linear static pushover analysis8.4Added shear walls8.5Energy dissipators8.6Base isolation in retrofitting8.7Requirements of Eurocode 8-38.8Seismic retrofitting of heritage buildings8.9Cost-benefit analysis of strengthening8.10Lab: pushover of a concrete building
9.1Technical inspection of buildings9.2Changes of use and new loads9.3Vertical extensions9.4Floor replacement and strengthening9.5Facade stabilisation9.6Underpinning existing foundations9.7Energy retrofitting and the structure9.8CTE requirements for existing buildings9.9Accessibility and lift installation9.10Practical exercise: change of use from industrial unit to offices
10.1Rehabilitation of concrete bridges10.2Deck replacement10.3Replacement of joints and bearings10.4Rehabilitation of tunnel linings10.5Dam rehabilitation10.6Repair of quays and marine structures10.7Tanks and hydraulic structures10.8Industrial concrete chimneys10.9Scheduling interventions across networks10.10Case study: rehabilitation of a coastal viaduct
11.1Structural rehabilitation design11.2Shoring and propping11.3Safety on rehabilitation sites11.4Quality control of strengthening materials11.5Quantities and cost estimates11.6Phased planning while the building is in use11.7Coordination with other disciplines11.8Intervention on protected heritage assets11.9Subsequent maintenance plan11.10Workshop: shoring plan for a floor slab
12.1Selection of the structure to be studied12.2Visual and documentary inspection12.3Proposed testing campaign12.4Diagnosis of damage and its causes12.5Assessment of current capacity12.6Repair and strengthening proposal12.7Design calculations for the solutions12.8Cost estimate for the intervention12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so you can combine it with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SAP2000, ETABS, SeismoStruct and Midas Gen, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for non-destructive testing campaigns on structures, extraction and testing of concrete cores, and load tests on strengthened structures. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: EN 1504 series, CEN/TS 17440:2020, EN 1998-3 (Eurocode 8-3), Spanish Structural Code (Royal Decree 470/2021), CTE DB SE, UNE-EN 12504-1, UNE-EN 12504-2, fib Bulletin 90.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with SAP2000, ETABS, SeismoStruct and Midas Gen, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the programme software, and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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