101-0556-01L Construction Methods
Semester | Spring Semester 2021 |
Lecturers | S. Moser |
Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
Language of instruction | German |
Abstract | - Construction methods of Special Underground and Deep Foundation Construction as well as tunnelling methods - Planning of construction processes, site equipment and site logistics - Basic knowledge of scheduling and cost calculation and introduction in corresponding standards and guidelines |
Objective | Students gain practical knowledge in - Organization of tender documents. - Scheduling and cost calculation. - Construction methods of Special Underground and Deep Foundation Construction as well as tunnelling methods. - Planning of earthwork processes and conception of site logistics. |
Content | Basics: - SIA 103, SIA 112, SIA 118 - Cost calculation - Scheduling - Submission (detailed estimate, special provisions, acceptance standards) - Methods of ground investigation and ground control Special Underground / Deep Foundation Construction: - Dewatering systems - Pipe jacking/ Micro tunnelling - Piles / Retaining walls - Anchors - Soil improvements - Cut-and-cover method - Caissons - Supporting construction methods: soil injection/ jetting Tunnel construction: - Classification of tunnelling - Conventional drive tunnelling - Mechanical drive tunnelling - Drainage and Sealing - Lining/ finishing - Supporting construction methods: pipe umbrellas Execution of contruction work und logistics: - Planning of production processes - Logistics/ site equipment - Transportation logistics - Formwork and cranes |
Lecture notes | Slides, supplementary handouts about selected topics The documents will be provided on Ilias - further information at the beginning of semester. |
Literature | References to additional technical literature will be provided in the course of semester. |
Prerequisites / Notice | Interest |