Reinforced concrete is a composite material consisting of steel reinforcing bars embedded in concrete. Concrete has high compressive strength but low tensile strength, while steel bars can resist high tensile stresses but buckle under compression. The document then outlines the topics to be covered in the training, including limit state design, and design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, and columns. It states the learning objectives are to be able to estimate loads, analyze members for shear and bending moments, design for shear and flexural reinforcement, and conduct serviceability checks.