Introductory lectures will introduce methods for non-destructive characterization and testing of wood and reinforced concrete. Following these lectures, practical sessions will be conducted both in the laboratory and outdoors, offering participants the chance to engage in hands-on measurements using a variety of state-of-the-art devices.

We look at the durability of reinforced concrete structures, covering common deterioration processes such as reinforcement corrosion, frost damage, ASR, etc. The course spans the range from fundamental mechanisms to aspects of engineering practice. New methods and materials for preventative measures, condition assessment and repair techniques are treated. Examples from real cases are shown.

In this introductory lecture, students gain basic knowledge on building materials like cement, concrete, metals, glass, wood, polymers, and bitumen, their manufacturing and processing, important properties and their application. Fundamental mechanical, thermal and optical properties are discussed and experimental ways for measuring, as well as numerical methods for predicting them, are depicted.

Introduction into the basic and practical knowledge of important building materials and testing methods.

Vermittlung von grundlegenden theoretischen und praktischen Kenntnissen über klassische Baustoffe (Zement, Beton, Metalle, Glas, Holz, Kunststoffe und Bitumen) und ihre Eigenschaften und werkstoffgerechten Einsatz. Werkstoffübergreifende Betrachtungen von Materialverhalten, -auswahl und Optimierung im Entwurfsprozess (inkl. Nachhaltigkeit und Eignung für digitale Fabrikationsprozesse).

Vermittlung von grundlegenden theoretischen und praktischen Kenntnissen über klassische Baustoffe (Zement, Beton, Metalle, Glas, Holz, Kunststoffe und Bitumen) und ihre Eigenschaften und werkstoffgerechten Einsatz. Werkstoffübergreifende Betrachtungen von Materialverhalten, -auswahl und Optimierung im Entwurfsprozess (inkl. Nachhaltigkeit und Eignung für digitale Fabrikationsprozesse).

Theoretical foundation and constructional features of the design and construction of steel structures. Steel connection design, part II. Intro to steel and composite bridges. Plate buckling of unstiffened and stiffened panels. Cold-formed steel. Fatigue resistance and safe life assessment. Detailling, drafting, fabrication and erection, cost estimation.

This course provides in-depth knowledge of steel and composite structures, including design, long-term effects, vibrations, and fire safety. It covers modern floor systems, principles of lightweight structures, and cable and membrane design. Practical examples offer insights into planning, fabrication, and erection.