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Construction Methods
Bauverfahren
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:02
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
Resources
Lecture Notes
Slides, supplementary handouts about selected topicsThe documents will be provided - further information at the beginning of semester.
Literature
References to additional technical literature will be provided in the course of semester.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Leistungsermittlungshandbuch für Baumaschinen und Bauprozesse oder Handout mit Auszügen des Handbuchs.Taschenrechner ohne externe Kommunikationsmöglichkeiten. Der Taschenrechner ist das einzige elektronische Hilfsmittel, das an der Prüfung zugelassen ist. Der Unterrichtsstoff darf nicht auf dem Taschenrechner programmiert und/oder gespeichert werden.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Bauverfahren |
|
4 h weekly |