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101-0569-00L 3 Credits MSC D-BAUG

Tunneling Construction Techniques II

Bauverfahren des Tunnelbaus II

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Gerhard Girmscheid
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:24:03

Abstract

Transfer of detailled knowledge of tunneling methods for excavation in soft ground as a core competence of the Swiss construction industrie.

Objective

Advanced knowledge of tunneling techniques as well as professional skill to apply the construction methods under various project specific boundery conditions.

Content

History and relevance of soft ground tunneling : - Rock classification Excavation methods: - Universal drive methods in soft ground - TBM excavation in soft ground Shield machines: - Earth pressure ballanced shield EPB-schield - Slurry shield - Hydro shield - Compressed air shield Hydraulic ram forces Face supporting force Logistic: - Back-up systems - Mucking and transport systems - Ventilation - Site installation Supporting methods: - Face supporting measures, pipe umbrellas Lining methods: - Tubbings Cycle time analysis for optimization of the overall process

Resources

Lecture Notes

siehe Literatur

Literature

Girmscheid, G.: Baubetrieb und Bauverfahren im Tunnelbau, Ernst & Sohn, Berlin, 2000 (enthält aktuelle Literaturliste)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Bauverfahren im Tunnelbau II (Lockergestein)
  • Mon 12:45-14:30 (HIL E 8)
2 h weekly

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