As part of the Civil Engineering Department's commitment to field visits and its efforts to connect theoretical knowledge with practical experience, and within the activities related to reinforced concrete structures, the Civil Engineering Department organized, under the patronage of Dr. Raed Al-Yousef, Dean of the College, and Dr. Sultan Al-Muayzer, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, and under the supervision of Dr. Mohammed Al-Bahar, faculty member and instructor of the courses (Reinforced Concrete Design -1) and Building Construction, a field visit for students of these courses to the construction site of the sports stadium at the university campus in Al-Kharj. The visit took place on Wednesday and Thursday, November 17-18, 2021.
During the visit, students had a guided tour of the project to learn about the structural systems used in designing the concrete terraces, the main stand, and the appropriate execution methods for these structural systems. They also explored the modern techniques and materials used in execution, the factors to consider when preparing metal and wooden formwork, and the reinforcement of structural elements, including slabs, beams, columns, and concrete walls. Additionally, they were introduced to the system of solid concrete slabs in one direction.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity for students to gain insight into many practical aspects that must be considered when designing such projects.
The Civil Engineering Department at the College of Engineering in Al-Kharj, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, would like to take this opportunity to express gratitude to the college administration for its continuous support of the departments and students. Special thanks are extended to the University's Projects Management Department, particularly Dr. Yasser Al-Hammadi, the supervisor of the Projects Management Department, for his assistance in organizing and facilitating the visit, and to Engineer Suleiman Majli from the University's Engineering Department for his cooperation in ensuring the success of the visit. Additionally, heartfelt thanks are extended to Engineers Mohammed Ali, Ahmed, and Wael Abu Al-Majd for their valuable information and kind responses to the students' questions on-site.
The students expressed great satisfaction with what they learned during the visit, highlighting the connection between the theoretical study of the materials and the practical, real-world implementation of the concepts.
