The field of tunnel and underground structure inspection and maintenance is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by the increasing global demand for sustainable infrastructure. The Inspection And Maintenance Of Tunnels And Underground Structures course presents a unique opportunity to delve into this dynamic sector. You will gain invaluable skills in understanding maintenance requirements and regulations, exploring different types of tunnels, and identifying common pathologies. Dive into tunnel inspection techniques, learn effective repair strategies, and analyse specific cases of inspection and rehabilitation. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge to excel in a sector with high demand for skilled professionals. Embrace this chance to stand out in a thriving industry and become an indispensable asset in maintaining the safety and functionality of vital underground infrastructure.
Inspection and maintenance of tunnels and underground structures
This course is designed for professionals and graduates in the engineering and construction sectors who are eager to enhance or update their expertise in tunnel and underground structure maintenance. Participants will delve into maintenance requirements, tunnel types, pathology analysis, inspection techniques, and case studies on repair and rehabilitation, broadening their practical knowledge.
50 hours
Civil Engineering and Structures
Course objectives
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To understand maintenance requirements and regulations for tunnels.
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To identify different types of tunnels and underground structures.
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To analyse common pathologies affecting tunnels and structures.
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To conduct thorough inspections of tunnel systems effectively.
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To apply techniques for repairs and auscultation of tunnels.
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To evaluate specific cases of tunnel inspection and rehabilitation.
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To develop strategies for ongoing tunnel maintenance and safety.
What does it prepare you for?
This course equips you to effectively inspect and maintain tunnels and underground structures. You'll learn to assess maintenance requirements and regulations, understand various types, and analyse pathologies. You'll gain skills in conducting thorough inspections, identify necessary repairs, and apply auscultation techniques. Through case studies, you'll enhance your ability to evaluate and rehabilitate specific structures, preparing you to address real-world challenges in tunnel management.
Teaching units
DIDACTIC UNIT 1: MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS
1. General aspects
2. Inspection and mantenance process
3. Sample regulations
DIDACTIC UNIT 2: TYPES OF TUNNELS AND UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES
1. Introduction
2. The objective of underground structures
3. Classification of underground structures
4. Template cross-section of a tunnel
5. Construction systems
6. References
DIDACTIC UNIT 3: ANALYSIS OF PATHOLOGIES
1. Introduction
2. Definitions
3. Evaluation of the condition of the tunnel
4. Analysis of the causes
5. Pathologies
6. References
DIDACTIC UNIT 4: TUNNEL INSPECTION
1. Introduction
2. Possible types of inspections. Dividing the tunnel into modules
3. Visual inspection
4. Non-destructive inspection
5. Destructive inspection
6. Inspection analysis
7. Actions to be carried out after the inspection
8. References
DIDACTIC UNIT 5: REPAIRS AND AUSCULTATION
1. Introduction
2. Measures to be taken in the event of water inflow and its manifestations
3. Structural measures in the linings of mined tunnels
4. Measures to be taken in cut-and-cover tunnels
5. Repair of false tunnels
6. Auscultation of tunnels in service
7. References
DIDACTIC UNIT 6: ANALYSIS OF SPECIFIC CASES OF THE INSPECTION AND REHABILITATION OF TUNNELS AND UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES
1. Introduction
2. Condition of the lining of old railway tunnels
3. Enlarging the section of an old tunnel
4. Tunnels in expansive and karstified terrain
5. Urban metro tunnels
6. Repair of a pre-cast structure
7. References