Introduction of the course

The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), NCB offers a Six-Month Online Certification Programme on Advanced Concrete Technology (ACT), launched in 2026, for professionals from the cement, concrete, construction, infrastructure, consultancy, research and allied sectors. This is a 100 hour (72 Hours online + 28 Hours Offline) programme which provides comprehensive, industry-oriented learning covering cement and aggregates, water and admixtures, concrete mix design, fresh and hardened concrete, durability, RMC plant operations, quality control and assurance, site practices, NDT, special and sustainable concrete, and emerging trends in concrete technology. The programme combines expert-led interactive online sessions with assessments, practical exposure, laboratory demonstrations and a four-day residential concluding session at NCB Ballabgarh. Through its practical and application-focused approach, the programme aims to enhance the technical competence of working professionals and equip them with knowledge of contemporary practices and advancements in concrete technology. The programme is announced annually in April and the new batch commences in July each year.