Repairs to Teacher Training Academy RC Building in North Cyprus-Case Study

Abstract

The case study examined is a controversial one, which brought up the discussion of the necessity of subsurface explorations, better site inspection and improved quality of construction technology. The Teachers Training Academy was examined in all aspects, and in contrary to the speculations of poor concrete quality and inadequate reinforcement, numerous cracks formed on the beams and the walls were due to the existing subsurface conditions, the chosen foundation system and inadequacy in the drainage.