Martin Ziegler: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2020 |
| Name | Dr. Martin Ziegler |
| Address | Dep. Erd- u Planetenwissenschaften ETH Zürich, NO G 1.2 Sonneggstrasse 5 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| martin.ziegler@eaps.ethz.ch | |
| Department | Earth and Planetary Sciences |
| Relationship | Lecturer |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 651-3525-00L | Introduction to Engineering Geology  | 4 credits | 2V + 1U | S. Löw, M. Ziegler | |
| Abstract | This introductory course starts from a descriptions of the behavior and phenomena of soils and rocks under near surface loading conditions and their key geotechnical properties. Lab and field methods for the characterization of soils, rocks and rock masses are introduced. Finally practical aspects of ground engineering, including tunneling and landslide hazards are presented. | ||||
| Learning objective | Understanding the basic geotechnical and geomechanical properties and processes of rocks and soils. Understanding the interaction of rock and soil masses with technical systems. Understanding the fundamentals of geological hazards. | ||||
| Content | Rock, soil and rock mass: scale effects and fundamental geotechnical properties. Soil mechanical properties and their determination. Rock mechanical properties and their determination. Fractures: geotechnical properties and their determination. Geotechnical classification of intact rock, soils and rock masses. Natural and induced stresses in rock and soil. Interaction of soil masses with surface loads, water and excavations. Slope instability mechanisms and stability analyses. Underground excavation instability mechanisms and rock deformation. Geological mass wasting processes. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Written course documentation available under "Kursunterlagen". | ||||
| Literature | PRINZ, H. & R. Strauss (2006): Abriss der Ingenieurgeologie. - 671 S., 4. Aufl., Elsevier GmbH (Spektrum Verlag). CADUTO, D.C. (1999): Geotechnical Engineering, Principles and Practices. 759 S., 1. Aufl., (Prentice Hall) LANG, H.-J., HUDER, J. & AMMAN, P. (1996): Bodenmechanik und Grundbau. Das Verhalten von Böden und die wichtigsten grundbaulichen Konzepte. - 320 S., 5.Aufl., Berlin, Heidelberg etc. (Springer). HOEK, E. (2007): Practical Rock Engineering - Course Notes. http://www.rocscience.com/hoek/PracticalRockEngineering.asp HUDSON, J.A. & HARRISON, J.P. (1997): Engineering Rock Mechanics. An Introduction to the Principles. - 444 S. (Pergamon). | ||||
| 651-4065-00L | Geological Site Investigations | 3 credits | 3G | M. Ziegler, A. Manconi | |
| Abstract | This course introduces students to the methods used in characterising, developing or monitoring geotechnical engineering project sites. Measurements, tools and analyses are described that are relevant to determining the geologic conditions at a site as well as deformations that occur under natural or construction conditions. | ||||
| Learning objective | This course aims at introducing the general procedures taken during an engineering geological site investigation. Students who complete the course should be able to design a site investigation program of measurements based on information from initial desk studies, and to analyse, integrate and interpret data from the measurement program. | ||||
| Content | The methods that are routinely employed in site investigations will be described focusing on their applicability in different geologic environments. The limitations of the data in constraining the parameters of interest will be addressed together with problems of interpretation and cost-versus-information value. Specific topics addressed include drilling, coring, sampling, borehole testing, geophysical methods used in engineering geology, satellite, air- and ground-based surface and displacement monitoring (photogrammetry, LIDAR and Radar), and in-situ deformation measurement methods. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Lecture notes will be available for download 1-2 days before each class. | ||||
| Literature | Hunt, R.E (2005): Geotechnical Engineering Investigation Handbook. Taylor & Francis Co. CRC Press. Online (ETH): http://www.crcnetbase.com/isbn/978-0-8493-2182-5 Simons, N., Menzies, N. & Matthews, M. (2002): A Short Course in Geotechnical Site Investigations. ICE Publishing. Online (ETH): http://www.icevirtuallibrary.com/content/book/100017 Dunnicliff, J. (1993): Geotechnical instrumentation for monitoring field performance. 577 p., Wiley-Interscience Publishing. Supplemental literature will be suggested and made available during the course. | ||||
| 651-4131-00L | Introduction to Digital Mapping Number of participants limited to 20. | 2 credits | 3V | M. Ziegler, Z. M. Braden, A. Galli, A. Gilli | |
| Abstract | This course gives an introduction to digital mapping in geosciences from data collection to the final map/model construction. The course focuses on the practical application of different digital mapping tools. | ||||
| Learning objective | The students are able to • describe possible applications using digital mapping devices in geosciences • apply selected digital mapping tools in the office and in the field • visualize field data • evaluate 2D and 3D geodata for the development of a geological model | ||||
| Content | The following topics are covered • Sensor specifications of tablets and smartphones • Field apps and databases used in digital mapping • Access to spatial geodata in Switzerland, but also worldwide • Visualization of 2D and 3D data • Several case studies on digital mapping • 1 day excursion with practical training underground and with surface geology | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisite is • 651-4031-00 Geographic Information Systems or an equivalent course • 651-3482-00 Geological Field Course II: Sedimentary Rocks or an equivalent course | ||||