Bridge Construction

UNIT 1. TYPES OF BRIDGES Types of crossings Classification of bridges according to different criteria Types of structures Applicable regulations Materials Bibliography UNIT 2. TYPES OF ELEMENTS Elements of a bridge Decks: Types, materials, and typical cross-sections Abutments: Types and materials Piers: Types and typical cross-sections Foundations: Shallow and deep Functional elements Bibliography UNIT 3. BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES General sequence of bridge construction Construction of foundations Construction of abutments and piers Construction of decks Installation or construction of functional elements Bibliography UNIT 4. CONSTRUCTION OF DECKS Traditional decks: Cast-in-place and precast Decks constructed by consecutive spans Decks constructed by consecutive cantilevers Deck of pushed bridges Deck of cable-stayed and suspension bridges Deck of arch bridges Bibliography UNIT 5. IMPLEMENTATION CONTROLS Quality control of materials Control of product compliance Specific controls for active reinforcement Construction tolerances Load tests Bibliography UNIT 6. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Preliminary tasks: Data collection and site layout Organization of construction tasks: Work Schedule Critical tasks: Economic and time considerations Supplier management Environmental management Monitoring and control of construction progress Bibliography