101-0679-00L  Non-destructive Testing of Civil Engineering Structures

Courses

Number	Title	Hours		Lecturers
101-0679-00 P	Non-destructive Testing of Civil Engineering Structures	2 hrs	Fri 13:45-15:30 HIF E 11 »	I. Burgert, U. Angst

Catalogue data

Abstract	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.
Learning objective	The goal is to get to know and understand important non-destructive test methods for the condition assessment of materials and civil engineering structures. These methods are based on similar physical principles (e.g. resistance measurement, ultrasound, hardness) for the characterization of both wood and concrete. The course covers the fundamentals of these methods, their practical application, and the interpretation of the test results. Training of presentation and report writing skills.
Content	Role of NDT in the condition assessment of structures Microscopic structure of concrete and wood, and the relationship between material properties and their structural and durability performance Overview of NDT methods for concrete and wood Detailed discussion of a range of commonly used NDT methods Calibration of measuring instruments, understanding of error sources Basics of condition assessment of wood and reinforced concrete structures, assessment of deterioration processes (wood decay caused by microorganisms, corrosion). Writing of reports for condition assessment. Possibilities of restoration of structures.
Literature	Werkstoff Holz: Tagungsbände Fachtagungen zur zerstörungsfreien Werkstoffprüfung Bucur, V.: Characterization and Imaging of Wood. Springer 2003 Bucur, V.: Acoustics of Wood. Springer 2006 Unger, A.: Schniewind, A.P.; Unger, W.: Conservation of wood artifacts. Springer 2001 Werkstoff Beton D. Bürcheler: Der elektrische Widerstand von zementösen Werkstoffen. Diss. ETHZ 11876 (1996)
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Techniques and Technologies fostered Method-specific Competencies Decision-making fostered Problem-solving fostered Social Competencies Cooperation and Teamwork fostered

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	3 credits
Examiners	I. Burgert, U. Angst
Type	graded semester performance
Language of examination	English
Repetition	Repetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.

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Groups

Restrictions

General	: Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers
Places	8 at the most
Waiting list	until 17.02.2025

Offered in

Programme	Section	Type
Civil Engineering Master	Major in Materials and Mechanics	W