- Understand various types of bridges and their unique characteristics.
- Identify essential elements used in bridge construction.
- Learn procedures for effective bridge building techniques.
- Explore methods for constructing durable bridge decks.
- Recognise key implementation controls in bridge projects.
- Develop skills in construction management for bridge projects.
UNIT 1. TYPES OF BRIDGES Types of crossings Classification of bridges according to different criteria Types of structure Applicable regulations Materials Bibliography UNIT 2. TYPES OF ELEMENTS Elements of a bridge Decks: Types, materials and typical sections Abutments: Types and materials Piers: Types and typical sections Foundations: Shallow and deep Functional elements Bibliography UNIT 3. BRIDGE BUILDING PROCEDURES General sequence of bridge contruction Construction of foundations Construction of abutments and piers Construction of decks Installation or construction of functional elements Bibliography UNIT 4. CONSTRUCTION OF DECKS Traditional decks: Cast in place and precast Decks constructed by consecutive spans Decks constructed by consecutive cantilevers Decks of pushed bridges Decks of cable-stayed and suspension bridges Decks of arch bridges Bibliography UNIT 5. IMPLEMENTATION CONTROLS Quality control of materials Control of product compliance Specific controls for active reinforcement Construction tolerances Load Tests Bibliography UNIT 6. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Prior tasks: Data collection and layout of works Organization of the construction tasks: Work Schedule Critical tasks: Economic and Time considerations Supplier management Environmental management Monitoring and control of the progress of the work Bibliography