Structural health monitoring

In the context of net-zero targets and the growing impact of climate change, structural engineers will play an increasingly vital role in the adaptive reuse of existing buildings to minimize embodied carbon and extend the life of built assets. Accurate assessment and ongoing monitoring of structural condition are therefore essential to support informed decisions around refurbishment, maintenance, and long-term asset management. This course provides a valuable introduction to the principles and techniques of structural condition monitoring, equipping engineers with the practical skills.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course you should be able to:

• Understand the condition of existing concrete structures to identify signs of deterioration, assess construction quality, and inform maintenance or repair strategies.

• Acquire and apply data collection techniques such as acoustic methods and ground penetrating radar for assessing structural integrity.

• Interpret structural condition data using programming tools to support analysis and decision-making.

Intended for

• Graduate engineer  

• Mid-career engineer  

• Senior engineer/Team leader/Manager 

Trainers

Victoria Edmondson

Victoria Edmondson

Vikki is a Chartered Structural Engineer with over two decades of experience spanning both academia and industry. Her recent work focuses on remote sensing technologies and digital platforms for monitoring infrastructure condition, with particular expertise in  concrete deterioration. She has led and collaborated on research projects with organisations including National Highways and Gatwick Airport, developing innovative, non-contact techniques for assessing asset health. A Fellow of multiple professional institutions, she is committed to advancing sustainable infrastructure through teaching, research, and professional engagement.

James Martin

James Martin

Prof. James Martin is a geophysicist with extensive research experience, particularly in physical and chemical measurement systems, signal fidelity and its impact on subsequent data interpretation. He has extensive signal processing and data analysis expertise, including the development and characterisation of fibre optic sensor measurement systems. James has contributed to the invention of over 109 patent families, mainly within the geophysics and measurement spheres and is currently working to develop geotechnical surveying methods. James’ contributions has been recognised by being awarded the international Virgil Kauffman Gold Medal in 1999 by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists.