Studies
The Chair of Structural Concrete offers lectures in the courses of civil engineering with the degrees Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.).
The modules in the bachelor's degree course include the fundamentals of design and construction of reinforced concrete structures as well as an introduction to prestressed concrete. In the master's degree course, the focus is on prestressed concrete construction and on special topics in structural concrete. In addition, lectures are offered on topics such as bridge construction, assessment and retrofitting of existing structures as well as finite element analysis in structural concrete. In order to complete and enhance the lectures, study trips to construction site are carried out periodically.
Further specialisation is possible within the scope of research papers and theses. These are often related to current research topics, which are dealt with at the Chair of Structural Concrete. Furthermore, practical tasks with scientific challenge are offered.
Modules in the civil engineering bachelor's degree course and the civil engineering dual bachelor's degree course – FPO 2022
Structural Concrete I Compulsory module
4th semester
(Dual: 6th semester) 4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
The compulsory module Structural Concrete I is part of study section II. A tutorial is offered to accompany the lecture.
Structural Concrete II Compulsory elective module
5th semester
(Dual 7th semester)
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
The compulsory elective modules Structural Concrete II and Structural Concrete III are part of the course specialisation Structural Engineering in the 3rd term of the bachelor's degree course.
Structural Concrete III Compulsory elective module
6th semester
(Dual 8 semesters)
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
The compulsory elective modules in Concrete and Masonry Structures II and Concrete and Masonry Structures III are part of the specialization in Structural Engineering in study section III.
Modules in the civil engineering master's degree course – FPO 2022
The compulsory module/compulsory elective modules of the master's degree course require knowledge of the contents of the modules Structural Concrete I, Structural Concrete II, and Structural Concrete III of the bachelor's degree course as well as good kno
Structural Concrete Compulsory module/Compulsory elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
Bridge construction Compulsory elective module
2nd semester
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
FEA in Composite Bridge Construction and Structural Concrete Compulsory elective module
1st or 3rd semester
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
Assessment and Retrofitting of Existing Structures Compulsory elective module
1st or 3rd semester
4 hours per week of a semester
(6 ECTS credit points)
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The current examination and study regulations, the study course plans and the module handbooks of the bachelor's and master's degree courses can be found on the websites of the examination authority of the Department of Civil Engineering.
Courses
Civil engineering bachelor's degree course and civil engineering dual bachelor's degree course
4th semester (Dual: 6th semester)
Compulsory module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Ali Hadji, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Ability to transform a real structure/member into a static model,
- Proficient determination of internal forces taking into account the basis of design and the safety concept,
- Understanding the structural behaviour of reinforced concrete members, which also forms the basis of all advanced courses in the field of structural conrete,
- Understanding the mechanical background of the different verification procedures for reinforced concrete members in the ultimate limit states,
- Ability for structural design and detailing of simple reinforced concrete structures.
Teaching contents
- History of structural concrete,
- Basis of design and safety concept,
- Modelling and load flow,
- Building materials, bond, durability, basic rules for detailing of reinforcement,
- Ultimate limit states: bending with axial force, shear, torsion,
- Determination of internal forces, curtailment of longitudinal tension reinforcement, anchorage of longitudinal reinforcement, laps and mechanical couplers.
Non-graded work
e-Tests
Examination
Written examination, 150 minutes
Recommended requirements
The teaching contents of the following modules are also assumed to be known:
- 4BAUBA103 Baustoffkunde und Bauchemie,
- 4BAUBA104 Baukonstruktion,
- 4BAUBA106 Baumechanik I,
- 4BAUBA201 Baumechanik II/III – Elastostatik/Dynamik.
Additonal remarks
Tutorials are provided accompanyingly to the lectures and exercise courses.
Civil engineering bachelor's degree course and civil engineering dual bachelor's degree course
5th semester (Dual: 7th semester)
Elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Sina Yüksel, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Understanding the structural behaviour of reinforced concrete slabs and the ability to design and reinforce linear and point supported slabs,
- Ability to assess the overall stability of a structure and to analyse second order effects with axial load,
- Understanding the mechanical background of the different verification procedures for reinforced concrete members in the serviceability limit states and the ability of applying them.
Teaching contents
- Reinforced concrete slabs,
- Punching,
- Foundations,
- Bracing of buildings, analysis of second order effects with axial load,
- Serviceability limit states: stress limitation, crack and deflection control.
Non-graded work
Written assignements
Examination
Written examination, 150 minutes
Recommended requirements
The teaching contents of the following modules are also assumed to be known:
- 4BAUBA201 Baumechanik II/III – Elastostatik/Dynamik,
- 4BAUBA203 Baustatik I/II,
- 4BAUBA207 Geotechnik,
- 4BAUBA209 Structural Concrete I.
Civil engineering bachelor's degree course and civil engineering dual bachelor's degree course
6th semester (Dual: 8th semester)
Elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Kevin Metje, M.Sc
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Understanding the effectiveness of prestressing, which also forms the basis of advanced courses in the civil engineering master's degree course,
- Handling of the mechanical relationships for prestressed concrete, which need to be enhanced compared to reinforced concrete,
- Ability to determine stresses and deformations for statically determined structures in serviceability range and to apply basic verification procedures in the ultimate limit states,
- Getting to know the method of strut-and-tie models as a special tool for structural analysis and design of concrete structures,
- Ability to design and reinforce details of reinforced concrete members applying individual strut-and-tie models,
- Getting to know the characteristics of planning and executing structures build with precast concrete elements.
Teaching contents
A. Fundamentals of prestressed concrete:
- Building materials, bond, durability, cross-sectional values,
- Member with axial prestressing, prestressing of bending members, losses of prestress, admissible prestress force,
- Ultimate limit states: bending with axial force, shear.
B. Strut-and-tie-models:
- Fundamentals of strut-and-tie models, design of struts, ties, and nodes,
- Examples of use: diaphragm beam, frame corner, corbel etc.
C. Precast concrete construction:
- Applications, transport and assembling, frame construction, industrial buildings,
- Pocket foundation, block foundation, shear at the interface between concretes cast at different times, partially precast slabs.
Non-graded work
Written assignements
Examination
Written examination, 150 minutes
Recommended requirements
The teaching contents of the following modules are also assumed to be known:
- 4BAUBA201 Baumechanik II/III – Elastostatik/Dynamik,
- 4BAUBA203 Baustatik I/II,
- 4BAUBA207 Geotechnik,
- 4BAUBA209 Structural Concrete I,
- 4BAUBA301 Structural Concrete II.
Civil engineering master's degree course
1st semester
Compulsory module/Compulsory elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Kevin Metje, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Ability to determine internal forces for statically determined and indetermined structures and to apply verification procedures in the ultimate and serviceability limit states,
- Understanding the effects of the time-dependent behaviour of concrete on the distribution of internal forces of statically indetermined structures,
- Ability for structural design and detailing of simple prestressed concrete structures,
- Handling of special methods for structural analysis and determination of deformations of reinforced concrete structures,
- Getting to know the fundamentals of structural fire protection,
- Understanding the effects of repeated loading on the fatigue resistance of materials used in structural concrete and getting to know the relevant verification procedures.
Teaching contents
A. Prestressed concrete constructions:
- Verification procedures in the serviceablity limit states,
- Prestressed statically indetermined structures, structural detailing,
- Effects of the time-dependent behaviour in case of retraint or change of the statical system,
- Unbounded prestressing.
B. Special topics in structural concrete:
- Methods of structural analysis,
- Determination of deformations of reinforced concrete structures,
- Structural fire protection,
- Fatigue.
Non-graded work
Written assignements
Examination
Written examination, 150 minutes
Recommended requirements
The compulsory module/compulsory elective module Structural Concrete requires knowledge of the effectiveness of prestressing (module Structural Concrete III, Fundamentals of prestressed concrete) as well as good knowledge of engineering and structural mechanics.
Civil engineering master's degree course
2nd semester
Compulsory elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Lennart Heck, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Understanding the circumstances and processes concerning layout and structural design of bridge constructions,
- Basic knowledge of applying the finite element method in structural analysis and design of concrete structures,
- Ability to interpret the results of computer based analyses,
- Proficient application of basic functions of the FE-Programme SOFiSTiK, which is frequently used in bridge construction,
- Ability to transfer a real bridge building into a statical model,
- Ability for structural design, analysis, and detailing of simple concrete bridge constructions,
- Easier career entry in the field of bridge construction.
Teaching contents
- History of bridge construction,
- Basis for structural design, types of bearing structures,
- Actions on bridge constructions,
- Construction methods,
- Sections of the superstructure of concrete bridges, equipment of the superstructure,
- Bearings and expansion joints,
- Abutments and foundations,
- Fundamentals of analysis and design of concrete bridges, verification procedure for fatigue.
Non-graded work
Written elaboration with presentation
Examination
Oral examination
Recommended requirements
The compulsory elective module Bridge Construction requires knowledge of prestressed concrete (module Structural Concrete) and structural mechanics as well as basic knowledge of the finite element method.
Civil engineering master's degree course
1st or 3rd semester
Compulsory elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Lennart Heck, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
- Goal-oriented proceeding when assessing existing structures,
- Ability for classifying the grade of historic building materials in a correct manner,
- Knowing the characteristics of historic design codes relevant for determining the bearing capacity,
- Proficient application of special methods and verification procedures when analysing the structures of existing buildings,
- Knowing experimental verification methods as an alternative to theoretical methods for structural analysis and design,
- Understanding the effectiveness of conventional and advanced retrofitting methods for concrete structures,
- Ability to select an appropriate retrofitting method for the particular case.
Teaching contents
- Introduction: characteristics of assessing and retrofitting of existing structures,
- Historic codes, classification of building materials,
- Design by testing,
- Inspection of buildings, monitoring,
- Analysing of existing roadway bridges,
- Design acc. to DIN 1045 and DIN 4227-1, edition 1988,
- Strengthening with shotcrete,
- Strengthening with CFRP and steel plates,
- Textile-reinforced concrete,
- Ultra-high performance concrete,
- Subsequent fastening in concrete.
Examination
Written elaboration with presentation (25 %) and oral examination (75 %)
Recommended requirements
The compulsory elective module Assessment and Retrofitting of Existing Structures requires good knowlegde of structural mechanics and structural concrete.
Civil engineering master's degree course
2nd semester
Compulsory elective module
4 hours per week of a semester
6 ECTS credit points
Lecturers
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Daniel Pak
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torsten Leutbecher
Lennart Heck, M.Sc.
Learning outcomes / Competences
Part 1: Composite Bridge Construction
- The student is able to transfer a real composite bridge building into a statical model.
- The student feels confident with designing a composite girder of a bridge building.
- The student is proficient in applying basic functions of the FE-Programme SOFiSTiK.
- The student has basic knowledge of applying the finite element method in structural analysis of composite structures (elastic design).
- The student has knowledge of plastic design.
Part 2: Numerical Methods in Structural Concrete
- Advanced knowledge of applying the finite element method in structural analysis of concrete structures,
- Ability to transfer a real concrete structure into a statical model, while avoiding possible sources of error,
- Knowing the relevant enhancements and charateristics of physically nonlinear FE-analysis,
- Ability to interpret the results of computer based analyses and to perform a plausibility check,
- Proficient application of the FE-Programme RFEM, which is used in structural engineering,
- Knowledge of applying the FE-Programme ATENA, which is used in concrete research; this may serve as a basis for student research papers and theses.
Teaching contents
Part 1: Composite Bridge Construction
- Fundamentals of elasic design of composite bridges,
- Influence of load history (composite girder with/without self-weight bond, states of construction) on the elastic design of the structure,
- Consideration of primary and secondary effects of creep and shrinkage.
Part 2: Numerical Methods in Structural Concrete
- Idealisation of reinforced concrete structures by finite elements,
- Material models, fracture mechanics of reinforced concrete,
- Modelling of bond and crack formation,
- Numerical problems in case of nonlinear structural behaviour.
Non-graded work
Part 1: Composite Bridge Construction
Written elaboration (project)
Part 2: Numerical Methods in Structural Concrete
Written assignements
Examination
Oral examination
Recommended requirements
The compulsory elective module FEA in Composite Bridge Construction and Structural Concrete requires good knowledge of composite structures (module Stahlverbundbau), structural concrete (module Structural Concrete), engineering and structural mechanics as well as basic knowledge of the fiinite element method.
