After successful completion of the course, students are able to...
Basic design and construction solutions for embankment dams, dam foundation engineering, dam fill materials and properties, dam sealing elements, filter and drainage zones, dam slopes and stabilty criteria, foundation grouting
The VO Dammbau (embankment dam construction) is held online using the following mode:
The exam takes place orally and online after making an appointment in the preliminary discussion or individually with the lecturers. Alternatively, the individual project can be presented online in combination with a final discussion.
The oral exam contains approx. 3 questions per person. Alternatively, the lecturers assess the individual project based on the quality of the work and the online presentation.
Required technical equipment for participation in the course and examination:
Apart from a device for video conference, no further technical equipment is required.
Attendance of lecture and examination from "hydraulic" and "hydraulic engineering and hydraulic structures" advantageous.