History of building from classical antiquity to modernity: building types, constructions, forms, with particular reference to functional issues such as flexibility of use, statics, durability. This is not a mere history lecture, but an important part of the basic introduction into construction.

In-depth knowledge of building archaeology and construction history on the basis of selected buildings. On-site investigations in small groups take place in half-day seminars, which are supplemented by introductory lectures.

Studies on building archaeology and construction history based on a historic timber bridge. After a full-day introduction to the semester's topic, on-site investigations of the bridge(s) will take place.