Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
College of Engineering

Upgrading, Maintaining, and Repairing Parking Structures

Parking structures face constant wear from weather, traffic, and environmental exposure. This course provides hands-on guidance for evaluating structural conditions, choosing appropriate repair systems, and planning preventive maintenance. Whether you're managing daily operations or overseeing major upgrades, you'll gain actionable insights to improve safety, durability, and performance.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Evaluate the condition of existing parking structures and identify signs of deterioration.
  • Select appropriate materials and systems for maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation.
  • Implement effective procedures to extend service life and reduce long-term costs.

Who Should Attend:

  • Parking facility managers and operations staff responsible for upkeep and safety.
  • Architects and engineers involved in parking structure design, assessment, or renovation.
  • Maintenance and repair personnel seeking practical, field-tested techniques.

Future course dates coming soon!

Course Details: RA00288

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Course Outline

Introduction to Parking Structure Maintenance

  • Overview of common deterioration mechanisms and service life expectations. 

Condition Assessment Techniques

  • Visual inspections, non-destructive testing, and documentation practices.

Identifying Structural and Surface Distress

  • Cracking, spalling, corrosion, joint failure, and drainage issues.

Material Selection for Repairs

  • Choosing appropriate concrete repair products, sealants, and coatings.

Preventive Maintenance Strategies

  • Routine cleaning, sealing, joint maintenance, and protective treatments.

Repair and Rehabilitation Methods

  • Structural strengthening, patching, overlays, and corrosion mitigation.

Waterproofing and Drainage Improvements

  • Membranes, sealers, and drainage system upgrades.

Planning and Budgeting for Maintenance Programs

  • Lifecycle cost analysis and prioritizing repairs.

Contracting and Construction Considerations

  • Working with vendors, phasing repairs, and minimizing disruption.

Case Studies and Lessons Learned

  • Real-world examples of successful upgrades and common pitfalls.

Program Director

  • Program Director

    Benjamin Jordan

Total Credits:
CEU 1.4, 
PDH 14, 

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