Civil engineering

The aim of the module is to solve problems relating to central and general force systems, to calculate the support reactions and internal forces of statically determinate systems and to determine the member forces of statically determinate trusses.

The aim of the module is to identify key areas of responsibility and interrelationships in the field of hydraulic engineering and water management, to differentiate between fundamental issues in hydraulic engineering and water management, to measure and analyse the various parameters of the water balance and to calculate design parameters for hydraulic engineering and water management tasks.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to explain the functions and processes of a complex CAD system such as AutoCAD. They will be able to plan and visualise structural and hydraulic engineering designs using a CAD system in 2D and 3D. They will also be able to create construction plans and manage them with IT support. Students are able to use a CAD system in a targeted manner and learn further CAD techniques independently. They can also independently create 3D objects for virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and building information modelling (BIM). They can also describe the functions and processes of a complex BIM system.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to explain mathematical and statistical methods and interpret their results. They can demonstrate the possibilities and limitations of these methods and select and apply the appropriate methods for different problems. They are able to solve engineering problems using these methods. Students can work on specific exercises in a team and assess their own abilities. They know when they need external support and where they can find it.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to explain physical and chemical methods and calculations and interpret the results. They are able to demonstrate the possibilities and limitations of these methods. Students can calculate estimated solutions for specific tasks and check the plausibility of existing calculations. They are able to select and apply suitable methods for various problems and use them to solve simple engineering problems. They can also assess their own abilities and know when they need external help.

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After successfully completing the module, students will be able to calculate stresses for normal force, bending and shear force. They are able to apply basic methods for the design of components and to design simple components made of reinforced concrete, steel and wood.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to describe key processes in standing and flowing bodies of water. They will be able to identify possible solutions for hydraulic issues and calculate all relevant hydraulic parameters for further planning. They will also be able to analyse hydraulic issues in a team in the laboratory using suitable methods.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to model the real world in a GIS and record and analyse geodata. They are able to use geoinformation systems for planning issues in the field of water and soil and to use complex GIS systems such as ArcGIS in a targeted manner. Students can work on GIS projects in a team and learn further GIS working techniques independently. They are also able to establish a connection to BIM.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to explain mathematical and statistical methods and interpret their results. They will be able to demonstrate the possibilities and limitations of these methods and select and apply suitable methods for different problems. They are also able to solve engineering problems using these methods and work on exercises in a team in a targeted manner. Students can assess their own skills and knowledge and know when and where external support is necessary.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to list building materials and describe their areas of application. They can select suitable building materials for specific tasks and assess methods and strategies for the sensible use of measurement technology and equipment. Students are also able to test and evaluate building materials with regard to their suitability and quality. Finally, they can independently transfer the knowledge they have learnt to practical construction applications.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to describe the surveying methods, equipment and requirements that are important for civil engineers as well as their possibilities and limitations. They will be able to analyse and structure simple surveying problems. Students are able to select and successfully apply suitable methods, procedures and equipment to solve these problems. They will be able to analyse, process, present and check the plausibility of recorded data. In addition, they are able to assess their own skills and knowledge and know when and where external support is necessary. Students can work on practical exercises in a team in a targeted manner.

After successfully completing the module, students will be able to deepen their specialist knowledge depending on their chosen employer. They will be able to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies in an entrepreneurial environment and plan work processes. They are also able to work in a team and communicate with company employees from a wide range of groups at different hierarchical levels. In addition, they have the ability to work in a structured and independent manner and are able to familiarise themselves with unfamiliar working environments.

The location and topic for the practical project can be freely chosen by the student in consultation with the supervising professor. In terms of methodology and content, it should be geared towards the subsequent preparation of the Bachelor's thesis.

The practical project covers a period of 14 weeks. This includes a phase of 12 weeks at the place of work and two weeks for preparation and follow-up work as well as the preparation of the project report.

The Bachelor's thesis is the final part of the programme. Students work on practically relevant topics using a systematic approach. They present and discuss their results to the examiners in a colloquium.

The topic of the thesis can be freely chosen by the students within the framework of the existing programme. The Bachelor's thesis usually builds on the content of the previously completed practical project. Care must be taken to ensure that the topic fits into the context of the degree programme. This must be determined on a case-by-case basis by the supervising professor (possibly in consultation with the examination board).

In the Bachelor's thesis, current topics from practice, practice-oriented research or technology transfer at the university are addressed and worked on independently by the students within a limited framework.

After successfully completing the Bachelor's degree, students are able to deepen their specialised knowledge depending on the chosen topic. They are able to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies in an entrepreneurial environment and plan work processes. In addition, they are able to work consistently within time constraints. They can communicate with company employees from different groups and at different hierarchical levels. They also have the ability to work in a structured and independent manner and are able to familiarise themselves with unfamiliar working environments.