ZMG 504 - Underpinning of Structures

Course Objectives

Underpinning of historical and modern buildings

Course Description

Basic ground investigation methods. Basic systems of ancient and historical structures. Reasons for needing. settlements in structures.Formation of cracks due to deformations in structures. Materials used in foundation construction and their durability. Traditional basic reinforcement methods.Soil Improvement piles, mini piles. Examples from the application.