Advanced Waterproofing & Insulation – Substructure and Superstructure

Mode: Classroom + Practical + Site Demonstration + Assessment
Target Audience: Engineers, Site Supervisors, Applicators, QA/QC Engineers, Consultants, Contractors
Training Outcome: Participants will gain technical and practical competency in design, material selection, application methods, inspection, troubleshooting, and quality assurance of waterproofing systems for substructure and superstructure works. Based on the uploaded SIWIN training content covering foundations, basements, podiums, terraces, wet areas, pools, tanks, membranes, coatings, and liquid-applied systems.
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COURSE STRUCTURE
Module No. Module Title
1 Introduction to Waterproofing & Building Protection
2 Concrete, Leakages & Failure Mechanisms
3 Waterproofing Materials & System Selection
4 Substructure Waterproofing – Fundamentals
5 Basement Waterproofing Systems
6 Retaining Walls, Foundations & Water Table Design
7 Joints, Crack Repair & Injection Systems
8 Podium Waterproofing
9 Terrace & Roof Waterproofing
10 Wet Areas – Toilets, Bathrooms, Balconies
11 Water Retaining Structures – Pools & Tanks
12 Protective Screeds, Drainage & Finishes
13 QA/QC, Testing & Standards
14 Safety, Tools & Equipment Handling
15 Case Studies, Troubleshooting & Failure Analysis
16 Final Practical Assessment & Certification

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DETAILED SYLLABUS
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MODULE 1: Introduction to Waterproofing & Building Protection
Theory
• What is waterproofing?
• Importance of waterproofing in construction
• Water ingress vs vapour ingress
• Positive side & negative side waterproofing
• Waterproofing lifecycle cost vs repair cost
• Building envelope concept
Practical
• Identification of leakage-prone areas in buildings
• Reading architectural drawings for waterproofing zones
Learning Outcome
Understand where and why waterproofing is essential.
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MODULE 2: Concrete, Leakages & Failure Mechanisms
Theory
• Concrete porosity and permeability
• Honeycombs, shrinkage cracks, cold joints
• Capillary action
• Hydrostatic pressure
• Consequences of leakages:
o corrosion
o carbonation
o sulphate attack
o dampness
o structural deterioration
Practical
• Visual defect identification workshop
• Leakage mapping exercise
Learning Outcome
Recognize causes and consequences of water ingress.
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MODULE 3: Waterproofing Materials & System Selection
Theory
• Cementitious coatings
• Crystalline systems
• APP membranes
• SBS membranes
• PVC/TPO membranes
• EPDM membranes
• Polyurethane coatings
• Polyurea & Hybrid Polyurea
• MMA systems
• Protection boards & geotextiles
• Primers & sealants
Practical
• Material sample identification
• Product comparison workshop
• Technical data sheet interpretation
Learning Outcome
Select correct materials for project conditions.
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MODULE 4: Substructure Waterproofing – Fundamentals
Theory
• Definition of substructure
• Sources of leakage below ground
• Basement usage grades
• Water table classification
• Foundation types:
o raft
o pile
o isolated footing
o combined footing
• Code references (ASTM / IS / BS)
Practical
• Basement detail drawings review
• Water pressure case calculations
Learning Outcome
Understand below-ground waterproofing design principles.
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MODULE 5: Basement Waterproofing Systems
Theory
• Conventional systems:
o Cuddapah stone
o Shahabad stone
• Crystalline admixtures
• Preformed bonded membranes
• Loose-laid systems
• Fully bonded membranes
• Membrane detailing at pile heads, kickers, lift pits
• Drainage composites and protection systems
Practical
• Membrane rolling & overlap demo
• Torch application demo
• Detailing around penetrations
• Mock-up installation
Learning Outcome
Execute complete basement waterproofing systems.
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MODULE 6: Retaining Walls, Foundations & Water Table Design (18 Hours)
Theory
• Retaining wall types:
o confined
o unconfined
o diaphragm walls
o precast walls
• High water table design
• Floating basement concepts
• Dewatering considerations
• Backfilling precautions
Practical
• Detailing wall-to-slab junctions
• Protection board fixing
Learning Outcome
Design durable systems for retaining walls and foundations.
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MODULE 7: Joints, Crack Repair & Injection Systems
Theory
• Expansion joints
• Construction joints
• Movement joints
• Waterbars (PVC / Hydrophilic)
• PU injection grouts
• Epoxy injection
• Crack stitching
• Surface sealing
Practical
• Injection packer installation
• PU crack injection demo
• Joint sealant application
Learning Outcome
Repair active and dormant leakages professionally.
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MODULE 8: Podium Waterproofing
Theory
• What is podium slab?
• Softscape vs Hardscape
• Root resistance systems
• Vehicular traffic decks
• Structural movement on podiums
• Podium drainage design
• Waterproofing below landscape
• Expansion joints in podium
Systems Covered
• PU coating
• Polyurea
• Cementitious systems
• Membranes under screed
• Traffic top coats
Practical
• Podium mock-up system build-up
• Root barrier installation
• Hardscape protection detailing
Learning Outcome
Design and install podium systems for landscaped and traffic areas.
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MODULE 9: Terrace & Roof Waterproofing
Theory
• Exposed roof vs buried roof systems
• Slope and drainage design
• UV resistance
• Thermal movement
• Crack bridging systems
• Cool roof concepts
• Terrace gardens
• Solar roof waterproofing
Systems Covered
• APP / SBS membranes
• PU coating
• Polyurea
• Acrylic coatings
• Hybrid systems
Practical
• Surface preparation
• Primer application
• Coating thickness control
• Flood test
Learning Outcome
Deliver robust terrace waterproofing systems.
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MODULE 10: Wet Areas – Toilets, Bathrooms, Balconies
Theory
• Common failures in wet areas
• Pipe penetrations
• Sunken slab waterproofing
• Balcony threshold detailing
• Screed and tile compatibility
• Tile adhesive interaction
Practical
• Bathroom waterproofing mock-up
• Pipe collar sealing
• Balcony upturn detailing
Learning Outcome
Prevent chronic leakage in residential wet areas.
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MODULE 11: Water Retaining Structures – Pools & Tanks
Theory
• Positive water pressure structures
• Swimming pools
• Overhead tanks
• Underground tanks
• Potable water compatible systems
• Joint treatment in tanks
• Crack repair under water pressure
Practical
• Internal tank coating demo
• Pool detail inspection
Learning Outcome
Apply systems for water-retaining structures.
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MODULE 12: Protective Screeds, Drainage & Finishes
Theory
• Protective screeds
• Drainage cells
• Geotextiles
• Protection boards
• Tiling over membranes
• Pavers on pedestals
• Overlay systems
Practical
• Screed laying levels
• Drainage board placement
Learning Outcome
Protect membranes and improve service life.
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MODULE 13: QA/QC, Testing & Standards
Theory
• Inspection checklists
• Wet film thickness / DFT
• Pull-off adhesion tests
• Flood testing
• Spark testing
• Holiday testing
• Documentation
• Relevant ASTM / IS / BS standards
Practical
• Test instrument handling
• QA report preparation
Learning Outcome
Implement professional quality systems.
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MODULE 14: Safety, Tools & Equipment Handling
Theory
• PPE requirements
• LPG torch safety
• Chemical handling
• Spray machine safety
• Confined space safety
• Working at heights
Practical
• Safe equipment startup/shutdown
Learning Outcome
Maintain safe work practices.
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MODULE 15: Case Studies, Troubleshooting & Failure Analysis
Topics
• Basement leakage failures
• Podium landscape failures
• Terrace membrane blistering
• Bathroom recurring leakage
• Swimming pool seepage
• Wrong product selection examples
• Poor workmanship analysis
Practical
• Root cause analysis exercises
• Repair method recommendation
Learning Outcome
Solve real site problems effectively.
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MODULE 16: Final Practical Assessment & Certification
Assessment Components
• Written theory exam
• Material identification test
• Practical application test
• Detailing challenge
• Viva voce
Certification Levels
• Certified Applicator
• Certified Supervisor
• Certified Waterproofing Engineer
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TEACHING METHODS
• Classroom presentations
• Product demonstrations
• Hands-on practical sessions
• Mock-up training
• Site visits
• Video learning
• Group discussions
• Case studies
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REQUIRED TRAINING INFRASTRUCTURE
• Demo slabs & wall mock-ups
• Spray machine
• Torch kits
• Moisture meter
• Pull-off tester
• DFT gauges
• Crack injection pump
• Safety PPE kits
• Sample materials
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CERTIFICATION CRITERIA
Criteria Weightage
Attendance 20{9a9e773e367b04edc27db98e78cc69f53c2f5696237b242fce30209cd298d5ae}
Theory Test 25{9a9e773e367b04edc27db98e78cc69f53c2f5696237b242fce30209cd298d5ae}
Practical Skills 35{9a9e773e367b04edc27db98e78cc69f53c2f5696237b242fce30209cd298d5ae}
Viva 10{9a9e773e367b04edc27db98e78cc69f53c2f5696237b242fce30209cd298d5ae}
Assignment 10{9a9e773e367b04edc27db98e78cc69f53c2f5696237b242fce30209cd298d5ae}
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FINAL OUTCOME
After this , trainees will be capable of:
• Selecting suitable waterproofing systems
• Supervising site execution
• Performing quality inspections
• Diagnosing failures
• Executing repairs
• Managing waterproofing projects independently