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Tunnelling I
Untertagbau I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:48:33
Abstract
Basic aspects of design and analysis of underground structures. Conventional tunnel construction methods. Auxiliary measures (ground improvement and drainage, forepoling, face reinforcement). Numerical analysis methods.
Objective
Basic aspects of design and analysis of underground structures. Conventional tunnel construction methods. Auxiliary measures (ground improvement and drainage, forepoling, face reinforcement). Numerical analysis methods.
Content
Numerical analysis methods in tunnelling. Conventional excavation methods (full face, top heading and bench, side drift method, ...) Auxiliary measures: - Injections - Jet grouting - Ground freezing - Drainage - Forepoling - Face reinforcement
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General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 15 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise | Untertagbau I |
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2 h weekly |
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Electives (Courses can be chosen from the complete offerings of the ETH Zurich and University of Zurich (according to prior agreement with the subject advisor).)
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