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FACULTY OF CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

LIST OF COURSES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018

If you have any questions regarding courses please contact person responsible for the course or faculty

coordinator directly.

Course code

(if applicable) Course title

Person responsible for

the course

Semester

(winter/summer)

ECTS

points

FIRST DEGREE

WBiA - 1 - 33 - L Advanced Concrete Structures Piotr Brzozowski Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 37 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 37 - L Analysis of the investment efficiency Agnieszka Siewiera Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 32 - Z Basic Concrete Structures Piotr Brzozowski Winter 5

WBiA - 1 - 02 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 02 - L Basic Steel Structures

Małgorzata Abramowicz,

Michal Gielo Winter/Summer 6

WBiA - 1 - 01 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 01 - L

Basic of Design of Water Supply and

waste Conveyance Systems Dorota Stocka Winter/Summer 4

WBiA - 1 - 03 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 03 - L Bridge Engineering Janusz Hołowaty Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 04 - L Building Installations Katarzyna Zwarycz-Makles Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 05 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 05 - L Building Physics

Karolina Kurtz-Orecka

Jarosław Strzałkowski Winter/Summer 4

WBiA - 1 - 41 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 41 - L Computer Drawing and Detailing Piotr Brzozowski Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 43 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 43 - L Construction Cost Estimating Magdalena Bochenek Winter/Summer 2

WBiA - 1 - 35 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 35 - L Construction Technology Paweł Sikora Winter/Summer 2

WBiA - 1 - 06 - Z Contract Procedures Krzysztof Tracz

Magdalena Bochenek Winter 5

WBiA - 1 - 07 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 07 - L Design of Sustainable Buildings


Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 08 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 08 - L

Design of Water Supply and Waste

Conveyance Systems Dorota Stocka Winter/summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 09 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 09 - L Elementary Structural Analysis Hanna Weber Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 46 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 46 - L Energy Performanceof Buildings Karolina Kurtz-Orecka Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 10 - Z Environmental Geotechnology Andrzej Pozlewicz Winter 3

WBiA - 1 - 11 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 11 - L Fundamentals of Earth Science Leszek Kaszubowski Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 12 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 12 - L Geoengineering Andrzej Pozlewicz Winter/Summer 3

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WBiA - 1 - 13 - Z Heat Sources Dorota Leciej-Pirczewska Winter 5

WBiA - 1 - 14 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 14 - L Highway Engineering Janusz Hołowaty Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 15 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 15 - L Hydrogeology Leszek Kaszubowski Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 42 - L Hydrology Jacek Kurnatowski Summer 2

WBiA - 1 - 16 - L Industrial Steel Structures Wiesław Paczkowski Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 45 - Z Introduction to Building Information

Modelling Krystyna Araszkiewicz Winter 2

WBiA - 1 - 44 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 44 - L

Negotiations and Conflict

Management Magdalena Bochenek Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 17 - Z Project Management I Krzysztof Tracz


WBiA - 1 - 18 - L Project Management II Krzysztof Tracz

Magdalena Bochenek Summer 6

WBiA - 1 - 19 - Z

Quality Management Systems

Krzysztof Tracz


WBiA - 1 - 20 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 20 - L Railway Engineerinng Janusz Hołowaty Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 21 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 21 - L Roads, Streets and Junctions Janusz Hołowaty Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 22 - Z Site Management I Krzysztof Tracz


WBiA - 1 - 23 - L Site Management II Krzysztof Tracz

Magdalena Bochenek Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 24 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 24 - L Strength of Materials


Michal Gielo Winter/Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 25 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 25 - L Sustainable Water Management Dorota Stocka Winter/Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 26 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 26 - L Technology of Foundation Works Andrzej Pozlewicz Winter/summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 27 - L Technology of River Regulation Works Jacek Kurnatowski Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 28 - L Technology of Special Hydrotechnical

Works Jacek Kurnatowski summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 34 - L Technology of Steel Structures Małgorzata Abramowicz,

Michal Gielo Summer 3

WBiA - 1 - 29 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 29 - L Theoretical Mechanics


Michał Gielo Winter/Summer 4

WBiA - 1 - 30 - L Transportation Planning in Urban

Areas Jacek Czarnecki Summer 5

WBiA - 1 - 31 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 31 - L Water Resources Engineering Dorota Stocka Winter/Summer 5

SECOND DEGREE

WBiA - 2 - 01 - Z

WBiA - 2 - 01 - L

Computer Methods in municipal

infrastructure Analysis & Design Dorota Stocka Winter/Summer 4

WBiA - 2 - 03 - Z

WBiA - 2 - 03 - L Special Foundations Design Andrzej Pozlewicz Winter/Summer 5

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Course title ADVANCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES

Field of study Civil Engineering

Teaching method lecture and design workshop

Person responsible

for the course mgr inż. Piotr Brzozowski

E-mail address to the person

responsible for the course [email protected]

Course code

(if applicable) WBiA - 1 - 33 - L ECTS points 5

Type of course compulsory Level of course Bachelor

Semester summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 4 (2L+2W) Hours per semester 60 (30L+30W)

Objectives of the

course Advanced knowledge of concrete structural engineering

Entry requirements /

prerequisites Strength of materials, Basic Concrete Structures

Course contents

Standards and codes for advanced concrete structures.

Proprieties of prestressing steel.

Basic of structural design of reinforced concrete (walls, foundations).

Basic of precast and prestressed concrete.

Advanced analysis of bending, shear and compression.

Design and detailing of advanced reinforced concrete members.

Assessment

methods Written exam, project works and continuous assessment

Learning outcomes

Student:

knows the rules for constructing reinforced concrete foundations;

is able to design structures composed of typical elements reinforced concrete;

understands building structures made of precast and prestressed concrete;

can design complex components of frame structures and frame building;

understands the complex nature of concrete structures.

Required readings 1. Fundamentals of prestressed concrete design. PCI. 1991.

2. Structural Elements Design Manual. Elsevier. 2009.

Supplementary

readings

1. Reinforced Concrete Design. Palgrave. 1999.

2. Reinforced Concrete: Mechanics and Design. Pearson. 2009.

Additional

information

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Course title ANALYSIS OF THE INVESTMENT EFFCIENCY


Teaching method Lecture, Project

Person responsible

for the course Ph. D. Agnieszka Siewiera



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 37 – Z

WBiA – 1 – 37 - L ECTS points 5

Type of course optional Level of course Bachelor

Semester winter, summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week L-2, P-2 Hours per semester L-30, P-30

Objectives of the

course

Developing of knowledge on project efficiency, financing options, method of profitability

assessment as well as risk evaluation.


prerequisites the acquaintance of bases of the economy

Course contents

Lecture: Financing of construction projects. Public Private Partnership. Financing and project

profitability. Costs of capital - capital budgeting. Investment decisions and criteria. Project

selection in respect to the limited budget. Projects connected in portfolio - independent,

complementary, exclusive. Assessment of project efficiency and business plans. Social costs and

advantages. Economical and financial aspects of non-profit project profitability. K/K analysis.

Project risk - types and methods of estimations, protective strategies and tools. Analysis of

internal and external sources of financing. Loan costs and repayment - financial schedule. SWOT

analysis, identification of the risk - matrix, project CASH FLOW. Efficiency analysis - static and

dynamic methods, K/K analysis.

Project: Efficiency analysis of the selected project with the risk assessment

Assessment

methods evaluation of the student`s work (project work)

Learning outcomes Knowledge of techno-economic analysis of the viability of the project

Student has got the competence to the assess the feasibility of the project

Required readings

1. D. Beal - Introducing Corporate Finance, New York: John Wiley & Sons, 2013

2. P. L. Bernstein, A. Damodaran - Investment Management; New York: John Wiley & Sons, 2014.

3. A. Damodaran - Investment Valuation; New York: John Wiley & Sons, 2009.

4. A. Keown, j. Martin, W. Petty, D. Scott, - Financial Management. Principles and applications;

Pearson Education, Inc., New Jersey 2012.

Supplementary

readings

1. A. Damodaran - Strategic Risk Taking: A Framework for Risk Management; Pennsylvania:

Wharton School Publishing, 2010.

2. A. Damodaran - Corporate Finance; New York: John Wiley & Sons, 2013.

Additional

information

http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/Section/id-302479.html?query=Diana+Beal

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Wiley_%26_Sons

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_L._Bernstein



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_Kotler

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wharton_School_Publishing


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Course title BASIC CONRETE STRUCTURES


Teaching method lecture and design workshop

Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable) WBiA - 1 - 32 - Z ECTS points 5


Semester winter Language of instruction English


Objectives of the

course Basic knowledge of concrete structural engineering


prerequisites Strength of materials

Course contents

History of concrete structures. Standards and codes for concrete structures. Proprieties of

concrete and reinforcing steel. Basic of structural design of reinforced concrete elements

(beams, slabs, columns).

Fundamentals of calculations of bending, shear, compression. Design and detailing of basic

reinforced concrete members.

Assessment methods Written exam, project works and continuous assessment

Learning outcomes

Student:

• knows and understands the theoretical foundations of reinforced concrete structures;

• knows the assumptions of the ultimate limit state and serviceability limit state;

• is able to design simple elements of construction;

performs construction drawings of simple structural elements.

Required readings

1. Design of Structural Elements. Spon. 2009.

2. Reinforced Concrete: Mechanics and Design. Pearson. 2009.

3. Composite Structures of Steel and Concrete. Wiley. 2004.

Supplementary

readings 1. Reinforced Concrete Design. Palgrave. 1999.

Additional

information

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Course title BASIC STEEL STRUCTURES

Field of study Civil Engineering / Architecture

Teaching method lecture / workshop

Person responsible

for the course

Małgorzata Abramowicz/

Michał Gielo


responsible for the course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 02 - Z

WBiA - 1 - 02 - L ECTS points 6

Type of course obligatory Level of course Bachelor

Semester winter/summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 5 (L-3, P-2) Hours per semester 75 (L-45, P-30)

Objectives of the

course

To introduce to students the theory and application of analysis and design of steel structures.

To develop students with an understanding of the behavior and design of steel members and

systems. To prepare students for the effective use of the latest industry standard formulas,

tables, design aids and computer software in the design of steel members.Basic steel structural

engineering


prerequisites

Load estimation skills and structural analysis capability, particularly shear and moment diagrams

obtained from static analysis under the appropriate loads.

Course contents

This course covers the following topics: This course is designed to introduce the behaviour and

design of steel structural members according to the limit states design concept. The behaviour

and design of tension members, compression members, laterally restrained and unrestrained

beams, beam-columns and design of connections will be discussed. Students are expected to

obtain basic knowledge about the design and failure mode of steel structural members after

finished this course.

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

recognize the design philosophy of steel structures and have concept on limit state design,

understand the behaviour of steel structures, in particular the various forms of failure for

members and connections under tension, compression, bending and combined actions,

apply the principles, procedures and current code requirements to the analysis and design of

steel tension members, beams, columns, beam-columns and connections.

Assessment methods Mark for the design and written exam

Learning outcomes

Student knows codes and guidelines of designing civil engineering structures and elements.

Student knows the rules used in the manufacture of steel structures elements. Student can set

up the loading acting on the structure. Student can dimension and design of selected elements

and simple steel structures.

Required readings

1. Lam, D., Ang, T-C. and Chiew, S-P, Structural Steelwork: Design to Limit State Theory, 3rd

Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd.

2. Morris, L. J. & Plum, D. R., Structural Steelwork Design to BS 5950, 2nd Edition, Prentice

Hall.

3. Gardner, L. and Nethercot, D. A., Designer’s guide to Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures,

Thomas Telford Limited, 2005

mailto:[email protected]


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4. Eurocode 1: Actions on structures

5. Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures

Supplementary

readings

1. Owens G. W., Knowles P.R., Dowling P.J.: Steel Designers' Manual, Blackwell, Scientific

Publications, Cambridge, 2003.

2. The Institution of Structural Engineers: Manual for the design of steelwork building

structures to Eurocode 3.

3. Moore D.B., Wald F.: Design of Structural Connections to Eurocode 3 – FAQ

Additional

information

Course title BASICS OF DESIGN OF WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE CONVEYANCE SYSTEMS

Field of study Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering

Teaching method Lecture (2 hr/week, 15 weeks).

Workshop (2 hr/week, 15 weeks).

Person responsible

for the course

Dorota Stocka, M.A.Sc.,

P.Eng.



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 01 - Z


Type of course Obligatory Level of course Bachelor

Semester Winter/Summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 4 (2L + 2W) Hours per semester 60 (30L+ 30W)

Objectives of the

course

Understanding the basics of water distribution, storm and sanitary sewerage systems for

providing a community with adequate water supply, collecting and disposing storm water, and

managing excess storm water flow. Understanding the basic design criteria and the

hydraulic/hydrologic analysis for gravity flow and flow under pressure.


prerequisites

Basics Hydrology and Hydraulics.

Understanding Technical Drawing.

Understanding AutoCAD.

Course contents

Municipal infrastructure – general design and analyses considerations. General requirements

for sustainable land development. Water distribution network hydraulic analysis and conceptual

design. Sanitary sewerage system analysis and conceptual design. Major European design

criteria, calculations and design standards.

Preparing a conceptual site servicing plan for a small residential area.

Assessment methods Grade, project work.

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Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Design simple sanitary sewers in accordance with local municipal design criteria

Design a simple water distribution system

Prepare basic water and sewer plan and profile drawings

Describe material and construction specs for piping systems

Required readings

1. Civil Engineer’s Reference Book (4th Edition), Blake, Leslie S., Taylor & Francis, 1989

2. Residential Services and Site Planning Standards

3. European Design Criteria and standard drawings.

Supplementary

readings

1. McGhee T.J, Steel E.W. (1991), Water Supply and Sewerage, McGraw Hill College; 6 Sub

edition.

2. Sizing Water Services Lines & Meters – Manual of Water Supply Practices, M22 (2nd Edition),

AWWA 2004.

3. Gravity Sanitary Sewer Design & Construction (2nd Edition), Bizier, Paul, ASCE 2007.

4. Sizing Water Service Lines and Meters (2nd Edition), AWWA 2004

5. PVC Pipe – Design and Installation, (2nd Edition), AWWA 2002

6. Rossmiller R.L., Stormwater Design for Sustainable Development, McGraw Hill 2014

Additional

information

Course title BRIDGE ENGINEERING

Field of study Civil Engineering,

Teaching method Lecture and project work


the course Dr. Janusz Hołowaty



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 03 - Z


Type of course compulsory / elective Level of course Bachelor

Semester winter / summer Language of instruction English


Objectives of the

course Understanding of bridge structures and their elements


prerequisites Elementary Structural Analysis

Course contents

History of bridges. Bridge design standards and specifications.

Actions on bridges: permanent actions, variable actions and live loads. Road traffic models and

railway traffic models

Basic types of bridge structures. Structural elements of bridge structures.

Bridge geometrics. Basic bridge materials. Bridge accessories.

Determination of bridge cross sections (road&bridge).

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Bridge structural systems. Examples of bridge construction.

Basic of bridge design.

Design of a slab bridge.

Assessment methods Written exam and project work

Learning outcomes Basis knowledge of bridge engineering and material used in bridge construction

Required readings

1. Design of Highway Bridges. Wiley. 2007.

2. Bridge Engineering Handbook. CRC. 2000.

3. Planning and Design of Bridges. Wiley. 2006.

Supplementary

readings

1. Design & Construction of Steel Bridges. Taylor&Francis. 2006.

2. Understanding Bridge Collapses. Taylor&Francis. 2006.

Additional

information

Course title BUILDING INSTALLATIONS


Teaching method Lecture/workshop/practical design

Person responsible

for the course

Katarzyna

Zwarycz-Makles, PhD Eng.



Course code


Type of course Obligatory Level of course Bachelor

Semester Summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week Lecture (1hour/week),

Workshop (1hour/week) Hours per semester

Lecture (15 hours)

Workshop (15 hours)

Objectives of the

course

Understanding of the workings of building installation (water supply, sanitary, gas, central

heating, domestic water system – cold and tap water), performing of calculations and selection

of typical basic installation equipment (pipes dimension, water meter, gas meter, boiler,

radiators), making design drawings of water installations


prerequisites Ability to draw in AutoCad

Course contents

Installation materials: pipes, fittings, connections. Pump characteristics, co-operation with the

installation. Water and sanitary installations, the principles of design installation. Thermal

comfort of rooms. Heating systems: boilers, radiators, thermostatic valves, heat exchangers and

expansion vessels. Heat source: boiler and heat distribution centers, construction requirements.

Security sources of heat. Centralized supply of heat. Insulation of heat and cold.

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Calculate the water and sewerage installations, central heating and gas for single-family house.

Determination of pipe diameters and water / wastewater. Calculation of heat transfer coefficient

values, identify the need for central heating, the selection of radiators and heat sources.

Implementation of drafting projections and sketches (expansions, isometric).

Assessment methods Grade, project work

Learning outcomes

Cognition of the rules of design and working of water systems in the housing,

Formulate, and solve thermal, fluid engineering problems

Design the fundamental elements of domestic water/sewerage system,

Design the fundamental elements of central heating system,

Design the main elements of heat source for central heating/tap water system in the single-

family housing

Employ computing techniques in comprehensive manner to support the study and solution of

water installation design problems,

Communicate effectively with written, oral, and visual means in a technical setting.

Produce engineering drawings of designed water installations

Discuss of contemporary environmental issues

Make effective use of source materials, including literature searches, references;

Required readings

1. Panchdhari Ac :Water supply and sanitary installations with building design construction and

maintenance, New Age International, 2008

2. Ulrich Fox : Installation techniques in housing, Arkady, 1998.

3. Standards: Installations in buildings, eg: http://www.standardsuk.com

Supplementary

readings Producer/manufacturer catalogues and instructions of equipment

Additional

information Max. 5 students in group

Course title BUILDING PHYSICS


Teaching method Lecture / Workshop / Laboratory

Person responsible

for the course


Jarosław Strzałkowski



[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 05 - Z


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor

Semester winter/ summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 1L + 2W + 1Lab Hours per semester 15L + 30W + 15Lab

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Objectives of the

course

Skills to computation of building partitions heat transfer coefficient, Skills to computation of

linear heat transfer coefficient of thermal bridges, Skills to evaluate thermal bridges influence

on the energy performance of buildings, Skills to evaluate thermal characteristics of building

materials and partitions using basic laboratory equipment


prerequisites Building Materials, Civil Engineering

Course contents

Thermal environment – Thermal behavior of buildings, Thermal designs: Heat transfer

coefficient of buiding partitions with homogeneous and inhomogeneous layers, Linear heat

transfer coefficient, Computation of influence of thermal bridges (thermal and moisture

control), Evaluation of building materials and partitions thermal characteristics using basic

laboratory equipment

Assessment methods Project work / Continuous assessment

Learning outcomes

Skills to computation of building partitions heat transfer coefficient, Skills to computation of

linear heat transfer coefficient of thermal bridges, Skills to evaluate thermal bridges influence

on the energy performance of buildings, Skills to evaluate thermal characteristics of building

materials and partitions using basic laboratory equipment

Required readings

1. Incopera F.P., DeWitt D.P., Bergman T.L., Lavine A.S. (2007) Fundamentals of Heat and Mass

Transfer. Sixth Edition, John Wiley & Sons 2007

2. McMullan R. (2006) Environmental Science in Building. Fifth edition. Palgrave MacMillan,

New York

3. Smith P.F. (2005) Architecture in a Climate of Change. A guide to sustainable design.

Second edition. Elsevier Architectural Press, Amsterdam – Boston – Heidelberg – London –

New York – Oxford – Paris – San Diego – San Francisco – Singapore – Sydney – Tokyo

4. EN ISO, EN, ISO Standards

Supplementary

readings

Additional

information

Course title COMPUTER DRAWING AND DETAILING


Teaching method laboratory

Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 41 – Z



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Hours per week 2 Hours per semester 30

Objectives of the

course

Basic knowledge of drawing in CAD environment and of structural calculations and detailing

with use of civil engineering dedicated computer programs


prerequisites -

Course contents

Introduction to basic concepts of numerical methods and preparation of engineering drawings.

Preparation of technical drawings in AutoCAD. Modeling and performing of numerical

calculations using computer programs.

Assessment methods Project works and continuous assessment

Learning outcomes

Student:

• has a basic knowledge of the preparation of technical drawings using AutoCAD;

• has a basic knowledge of use the civil engineering calculation software;

• is able solve simple engineering problems using computer programs;

• is able to prepare a graphical documentation using AutoCAD.

Required readings Programs manuals and tutorials

Supplementary

readings

1. Design Theory and Methods using CAD/CAE. Elsevier. 2014.

2. Computational Design Methods and Technologies: Applications in CAD, CAM and CAE

Education. IGI Global.2012.

Additional

information

Course title COMPUTER METHODS IN MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE ANALYSIS & DESIGN


Teaching method Workshop (3 hr/week, 15 weeks).

Person responsible

for the course


P.Eng.



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 2 - 01 - Z


Type of course Elective Level of course Masters

Semester Winter/ Summer Language of instruction English

13

Hours per week 3W Hours per semester 45W

Objectives of the

course

Understanding the practical application of various computer methods and software in

civil/municipal infrastructure (water and wastewater, sanitary sewerage, storm drainage)

analysis, modeling and design. Understanding the need for computer modeling simulation in

civil and environmental engineering design and network management. Understanding

spreadsheets, equitation-solving software, and modeling processes. Understanding the input

data and output results readings.


prerequisites

Hydrology and Hydraulics. Fluid Mechanics.

Design of water supply and sewer conveyance systems.

Course contents

Review of the computer methods, applications and software available in the industry sector

for the water, sewage and storm water systems analysis and design. Studying the

requirements for Input data for each type of system and for the method or software used.

Hands-on application of computer methods and software. Understanding the output data

and learning the design process.

Preparing small projects for each method learned during this course.

Assessment methods Grade, project work.

Learning outcomes


Build a computer model of storm and sanitary sewers in accordance with basic

municipal design criteria

Build a computer model of a water distribution system with consideration for

domestic demand and fire fighting requirements

Provide a number of hydraulic and hydrologic simulations and analysis

Prepare a report

Required readings Various Software Manuals available on the Internet.

Supplementary

readings

1. Water distribution modeling; Walski Thomas, Chase Donald, Savic Dragan; Haedstad

Methods – Waterbury Haedstad Press, 2001.

2. Stormwater conveyance, modeling and design; Durrans Rocky; Haedstad Methods.-

Waterbury Haedstad Press, 2003.

Additional

information

Course title CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY


Teaching method Lecture/workshop

Person responsible

for the course MSc Paweł Sikora



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 35 - Z


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Type of course optional Level of course bachelor


Hours per week L-1, W -1 Hours per semester L -15, W - 15

Objectives of the

course Understanding principles of construction technology


prerequisites -

Course contents

Introduction to construction technology. Establishing the site. Site layout.

Construction planning and scheduling.

Building materials and their properties.

Materials management. Demolition and excavation.

Foundation and piling. Types of foundation.

Concrete construction. Method of concrete placement.

Concrete works and technology. Formwork in construction

Application of novels building materials

Economic aspects of sustainable construction

Assessment methods Continuous assessment and project work

Learning outcomes

Familiarity with requirements of architectural assemblies

Understanding of broad range of "good" solutions

Understanding of contemporary issues in the design of architectural assemblies

Understanding of design process

Understanding of construction process

Development of strategies for collaboration between disciplines

Required readings

1. Construction Practice. Wiley-Blackwell. 2011.

2. Fundamental Building Technology. Routledge. 2013.

3. Construction Technology: an Illustrated introduction. Blackwell Publ. 2005.

4. A Handbook for Construction Planning and Scheduling. Wiley-Blackwell. 2014.

Supplementary

readings

Further readings

1. Concrete Construction Engineering Handbook. CRC. 2008.

2. Concrete Formwork Systems. Marcel Dekker Inc. 1999.

3. Pavement Engineering. Principles and Practise. CRC. 2009.

4. Building structures. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2012.

Additional

information

Course title CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATING


Teaching method Lecture, workshop

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the course PhD Magdalena Bochenek

E-mail address to the

person responsible for the

course

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 43 - Z


Type of course compulsory Level of course bachelor


Hours per week L-1, W-1 Hours per semester L-15, W-15

Objectives of the

course

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to comprehend techniques of

estimating covered include quantity take-off, labour productivity, and cost of labour, material

and equipment.


prerequisites Basic knowledge of construction technology and construction materials

Course contents

cost estimation techniques

direct and indirect construction costs

labour productivity and labour hours

quantity take-off for materials, labour and equipment cost

Assessment methods written exam

Learning outcomes Knowledge of approaches, models and techniques used in cost estimation in construction

management

Required readings

1. English for construction managers and engineering. Part 5: Project cost estimation and cost

management. Poltext, Warszawa 2008

2. Pratt D.: Fundamentals of Construction estimating. Delmar Cengage 2011

3. Brook M: Estimating and tendering for construction work. Elsevier 2008

4. Peterson S.J.: Estimating in building construction. Pearson Education 2011

Supplementary

readings 1. Potts K.: Construction Cost Management: Learning from Case Studies. Routledge 2014

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Course title CONTRACT PROCEDURES


Teaching method Lecture, project work


the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz

PhD Magdalena Bochenek



course

[email protected]

[email protected]

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Course code





Objectives of the

course

Upon the completion of the course students will be familiar with the basic rules and procedures

applying to general conditions of contracts used in the EU


prerequisites Basic knowledge of construction technology

Course contents

Basic definitions of the contract, specifics of construction contracting in respect to private and

public sector, types of construction contracts by private employers, optimization of contract

risks in selection of contract type, the principles of contract negotiations, basics of tender

specification for private contracts, selection procedure of the best tender.

Assessment methods written exam, project work

Learning outcomes Knowledge of tendering strategy and evaluation process of the bidders

Required readings

1. English for construction managers and engineering. Part 3: Procurement and tendering

procedures.. Poltext. Warszawa 2008

2. Hughes W., Champion R., Murdoch J.: Construction Contracts: Law and Management.

Routledge 2015

3. Bielefeld B., Brandt T.: Basics - Tendering. Birkhauser. 2007

4. Ashworth A.: Pre-contract Studies: Development Economics, Tendering and Estimating.

Wiley-Blackwell 2008

Supplementary

readings 1. Brook M: Estimating and tendering for construction work. Elsevier 2008

Additional

information -

Course title DESIGN OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS


Teaching method Lecture / workshop

Person responsible

for the course Karolina Kurtz-Orecka



[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 07 - Z


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Hours per week 1L + 2W Hours per semester 15L + 30W

Objectives of the

course

Skills of finding construction, material and insulation choices and strategies for different types

of buildings and design low energy residential buildings


prerequisites Building Materials, Civil Engineering, optional - Building Installations

Course contents

Sustainable development, Science of sustainability, Challenges for the building environment,

Legislation and Regulations in Europe, Sustainability – Tools and techniques, Design for

sustainability – design for a changing climate, Design of sustainable buildings, Low energy and

passive buildings

Assessment methods Project work / Continuous assessment / Essays

Learning outcomes

Knowledge of design challenges for a changing climate, Skills of finding proper solutions for

construction, materials and thermal insulation for buildings situated in different climates, Basic

knowledge of passive buildings design

Required readings

1. Edwards B. (2010) Rough Guide to Sustainability. 3rd Edition. RIBA Pablishing, London

2. Guzowski M. (2010) Towards Zero-energy Architecture. New Solar Design. Laurence King

Publishing, London

3. Hegger M., Fuchs M., Stark T., Zeumer M. (2008) Energy Manual. Sustainable Architecture.

Edition Detail. Birkhäuser, Basel, Boston, Berlin

4. Jonstone D., Gibson S. (2010) Toward a Zero Energy Home. A complete Guide to Energy

Self-Sufficiency at Home. The Taunton Press, Newtown

5. Roaf S., Fuentes M, Thomas S. (2007) Ecohouse. A Design Guide. Third edition. Elsevier

Architectural Press, Amsterdam – Boston – Heidelberg – London – New York – Oxford –

Paris – San Diego – San Francisco – Singapore – Sydney – Tokyo

6. Smith P.F. (2005) Architecture in a Climate of Change. A guide to sustainable design.

Second edition. Elsevier Architectural Press, Amsterdam – Boston – Heidelberg – London

– New York – Oxford – Paris – San Diego – San Francisco – Singapore – Sydney – Tokyo

Supplementary

readings

Additional

information

Course title DESIGN OF WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE CONVEYANCE SYSTEMS


Teaching method Lecture (2 hr/week, 15 weeks).

Workshop (2 hr/week, 15 weeks).

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Person responsible

for the course


P.Eng.



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 08 - Z


Type of course Elective Level of course Bachelor

Semester Winter/ Summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 4 (2L + 2W) Hours per semester 60 (30L+ 30W)

Objectives of the

course

Understanding the principles of water distribution, storm and sanitary sewerage systems.

Understanding the approval, planning and design processes. Obtaining an awareness of the

applicable Acts and regulations. Understanding the basic design criteria and the hydraulic

analysis for sanitary sewers and water distribution systems. Understanding the design criteria

and the hydrology and hydraulic analysis for storm water/drainage systems.

Preparing detailed conceptual site servicing plan for a small residential development.


prerequisites

Basics of Design of water supply and waste conveyance systems.

Hydrology and Hydraulics. Fluid Mechanics.

AutoCAD and Technical Drawings.

Course contents

Municipal infrastructure – general design and analyses considerations. General requirements

for sustainable land development. Water distribution network hydraulic analysis and design.

Storm and sanitary sewerage system design. Design criteria, calculations and standard

drawings.

Assessment methods Written exam, grade for project work.

Learning outcomes


Design storm and sanitary sewers in accordance with local design criteria

Design a water distribution system with consideration for domestic demand and fire

fighting requirements

Prepare water and sewer plan and profile drawings

Describe material and construction specs for W and S (S&D) systems

Required readings


2. Residential Services and Site Planning Standards

3. European Design Criteria and standard drawings.

Supplementary

readings

1. McGhee T.J, Steel E.W. (1991), Water Supply and Sewerage, McGraw Hill College; 6 Sub

edition.

2. Sizing Water Services Lines & Meters – Manual of Water Supply Practices, M22 (2nd Edition),

AWWA 2004.

3. Gravity Sanitary Sewer Design & Construction (2nd Edition), Bizier, Paul, ASCE 2007.

4. Sizing Water Service Lines and Meters (2nd Edition), AWWA 2004

5. PVC Pipe – Design and Installation, (2nd Edition), AWWA 2002

6. Rossmiller R.L., Stormwater Design for Sustainable Development, McGraw Hill 2014

Additional

information

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Course title ELEMENTARY STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS

Field of study CIVIL ENGINEERING

Teaching method Lecture and computational exercises


the course dr inż. Hanna Weber



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA-1-09-Z

WBiA-1-09-L ECTS points 3




Objectives of the

course

To learn the basics of structural analysis: design loads, types of elements and supports, internal

forces, types of stress and methods of structural computations.


prerequisites Mathematics

Course contents

Aims of structural engineering. Theory of structures.

Selection of structural materials.

Design loads.

Material and section properties.

Elastic and plastic properties.

Structural elements and their behaviour: beams, frames, trusses and arches.

Statics of structures - reactions.

Types of supports. Stability.

Static indeterminacy.

Internal forces.

Bending, shear and combined stress.

Analytical and computer methods in structural computations.

Assessment methods Continuous assessment and written exam.

Learning outcomes

Student knows the design loads, types of elements and supports, internal forces, types of stress

and basic methods of structural computations.

Student can use the supports to the basic structural elements properly, to obtain the stable and

invariable system.

Required readings

1. Fundamentals of Structural Analysis, fourth edition. McGraw-Hill. 2011

2. Examples in structural analysis. Taylor&Francis. 2007.

3. Basic Structures for Engineers and Architects. Blackwell. 2008.

4. Understanding Structures. An Introduction to Structural Analysis. CRC. 2009.

Introduction to Design for Civil Engineers. Spon. 2001.

Supplementary

readings

Further readings

1. Structures. From theory to practice. Spon. 2004.

2. Basic Structural Behaviour. Understanding Structures from Models. Thomas Telford. 1993.

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Additional

information

Course title ENERGY PERFORMANCE OF BUILDINGS


Teaching method Lecture / Workshop

Person responsible

for the course Karolina Kurtz-Orecka



[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 46 - Z




Hours per week 1L + 2W Hours per semester 15L + 30W

Objectives of the

course Basic skills of building energy performance calculation


prerequisites Building Materials, Civil Engineering, Building Physics

Course contents

Building energy balance, Energy performance of buildings – Calculation of energy use for space

heating and cooling, Building heat transfer – Heat transfer by transition – Heat transfer by

ventilation, Building heat gains, Building energy need for space heating and cooling, Calculation

methods: Quasi-steady-state method, dynamic methods

Assessment methods Project work / Continuous assessment / Essays

Learning outcomes

Skills of choosing energy balance calculation methods for different study buildings, Skills of

preparing project data (building, systems, use, surroundings, location), Understanding of

building energy performance results, Skills of building energy performance calculation of

buildings with simple technical systems

Required readings

1. Hegger M., Fuchs M., Stark T., Zeumer M. (2008) Energy Manual. Sustainable Architecture.

Edition Detail. Birkhäuser, Basel, Boston, Berlin

2. Jonstone D., Gibson S. (2010) Toward a Zero Energy Home. A complete Guide to Energy

Self-Sufficiency at Home. The Taunton Press, Newtown

3. International Standard ISO 13790

Supplementary

readings

Additional

information

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Course title ENVIRONMENTAL GEOTECHNOLOGY


Teaching method Lecture (1 hour/week), project (1 hour/week)

Person responsible

for the course Andrzej Pozlewicz



Course code

(if applicable) WBiA-1-10-Z ECTS points 3




Objectives of the

course Create an ability to recognize potential landfill site and its basic construction design


prerequisites Soil mechanics, geology, foundation design

Course contents

Geotechnics and the environment, environmental basics, soil investigation for environmental

purposes, landfill siting and site investigation, seepage and groundwater control, waste disposal

by landfill, clay liners, geomembranes and composite liners, contaminated land, waste materials

in geotechnical construction, soil – waste interactions, groundwater lowering in construction,

landsubsidence caused by human activities, slurry walls

Assessment methods Project work, continuous assessment, presentation

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:

indentify basic threats of geotechnical engineering for the environment, design technical part

of a municipal landfill, understand the underground water pollution mechanism, propose

technological solutions of soil and water remediation

Required readings

1. Sarsby R.: Environmental Geotechnics. Second edition. Thomas Telford, ICE Publisihng,

2013

2. Sarsby R. W., Felton A. J.: Geotechnical and Environmental Aspects of Waste Disposal

Sites. Proceedings of Green4. Taylor & Francis 2007

3. Bell F. G.: Basic Environmental and Engineering Geology. Whittles Publishing. 2007

4. Fang H-Y, Daniels J.L.: Introductory Geotechnical Engineering. An Environmental

Perspective. Taylor & Francis. London, 2006

5. Herridge Ch. J.: Construction Dewatering and Groundwater Control. New Methods and

Applications. Third Edition. Wiley & Sons. 2007

6. Sharma H.D., Lewis S.P.: Waste Stabilization, and Landfills. John Wiley & Sons, NY, 1994

7. Qian X., Koerner R.M., Gray D.H.: Geotechnical Aspects of Landfill Design and

Construction. Prentice Hall, NJ, 2002

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Supplementary

readings

1. Cashman P.M., Preene M.: Groundwater Lowering in Construction. A Practical Guide. Spon

Press., London, 2001

2. Keller E.A.: Environmental Geology. 8th Edition, Prentice Hall, NJ, 2000

3. Legget R.F., Hatheway A.W.: Geology and Engineering, McGraw-Hill Book Company, 3rd

Edition, NY, 1988

Additional

information

Course title FUNDAMENTALS OF EARTH SCIENCES

Field of study Civil Engineering/Environmental Engineering

Teaching method Lectures and Projects


the course dr.Leszek Kaszubowski



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 11 - Z


Type of course obligatory Level of course bachelor



Objectives of the

course

Knowledge about the main minerals of the magmatic, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

Understending the magmatic, sedimentary and metamorphic processes. Knowledge about

uncohesive and cohesive soils.


prerequisites -

Course contents

Lecture: Main minerals of the magmatic, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Magmatic

processes and rocks. Sedimentary processes and rocks. Metamorphic processes and rocks.

Uncohesive soils and their geotechnical parameters. Cohesive soils and their geotechnical

parameters. Theory of tectonic plates. Fluvial erosion, marine abrasion and glacial erosion.

Project: Practical recognition and description of the main minerals. Practical recognition and

description of the magmatic rocks. Practical recognition and description of the sedimentary

rocks. Practical recognition and description of the metamorphic rocks. Practical recognition and

description of the uncohesive soils. Practical recognition and description of the cohesive soils.

Assessment methods Project work, continuous assessment, presentation, tests

Learning outcomes

Student has the basics associated with magmatic rocks and processes, sedimentary rocks and

processes, metamorphic rocks and processes. Has knowledge of the most important

exogenous processes occurring on the Earth. Can recognize macroscopically the main minerals,

igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks and organic,uncohesive and cohesive

soils.

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Required readings

1. Keller E.A.: Environmental Geology. 8th Edition Prentice Hall, NJ,2000

2. Legget R. F., Hatheway A. W.: Geology and Engineering. McGraw-Hill Book Company, 3rd

Edition, NY, 1988

3. McLean A.C., Gribble C.D.: Geology for Civil Engineers. George Allen &Unwin, London-

Boston-Sydney, 1979

4. Spencer E.W.: Introduction to the structure of the earth. McGraw-Hill Book Company, 3rd

Edition, NY, 1988

Supplementary

readings 1. Davis S.N. and DeWiest R.J.M.: Hydrogeology. Krieger Publishing Company, Florida, 1991

Additional

information -

Course title GEOENGINEERING



Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA-1-12-Z

WBiA-1-12-L ECTS points 3


Semester Summer / winter Language of instruction English


Objectives of the

course

Create an ability to use appropriate modification methods for subsoil modification with

respect to various geological and load conditions



Course contents

Soil improvement technologies, purpose and methods for different soil and water conditions,

methods of modification of subsoil, soil densification, shallow and deep soil exchange, soils

consolidation methods, major problems in compacted fill technology, fills and fill compaction,

soil reinforcement technologies, anchoring systems technology, sheet piling technology,

grouting technology, groundwater lowering in construction, slurry walls technology, slope

stability improvement methods


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Learning outcomes

Student is able to:

propose a proper soil improvement technology for given geotechnical and geological data

with respect to load distribution, estimate the effect of underground water lowering for

neighbouring constructions

Required readings

1. Bowles, J.E.: Foundation Analysis and Design (5th Edition). McGraw-Hill , 1996. Knovel

Release Date: 2007-01-02

2. Herridge Ch. J.: Construction Dewatering and Groundwater Control. New Methods and

Applications. Third Edition. Wiley & Sons. 2007



4. Cernica J.: Geotechnical Engineering – Foundation Design. Wiley & Sons, 1995

5. Day R.W.: Foundation Engineering Handbook – Design and Construction with the 2006

International Building Code. McGraw-Hill, 2006, Knovel Release Date: 2006-08-09

6. Kirsch K., Bell A.: Ground Improvement. Third Edition. CRC Press. 2013

7. Tomlinson M.J.: Foundation Design and Construction. Prentice Hall, Harlow, 7th Edition,

2001

Supplementary

readings

1. Eurocode 7

2. Eurocode 3, p. 5

Additional

information

The students of ECEM make choice between Technology of Foundation Works and

Geoengineering in summer semester

Course title HEAT SOURCES

Field of study Civil engineering, Environmental engineering

Teaching method Lecture, Project

Person responsible

for the course Dorota Leciej-Pirczewska



Course code




Hours per week L-2, P-2 Hours per semester L-30, P-30

Objectives of the

course

Knowledge of central heating station equipment

Student has got the competence to central heating station design


prerequisites Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics

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Course contents

Lecture: Mineral, liquid and gas fuel. Fuel storage and transport. Fuel units and installations

selection. Fuel burning. Combustion products Boilers and burners construction. Heat sources

rooms. Central heating station’s equipment selection. Thermal stations. Heat distribution

networks.

Project: Project of central heating station

Assessment methods Grade, project work

Learning outcomes Knowledge of central heating station equipment

Student has got the competence to central heating station design

Required readings 1. Kreider J.F.: Handbook of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. CRC Press LLC 2001

Supplementary

readings 1. Principles of Plate Heat Transfer in Paraflows APV Baker AS, 1980

Additional

information

Course title HIGHWAY ENGINEERING

Field of study Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Teaching method Lecture and design exercise





Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 14 - Z





Objectives of the

course Understanding of roads and streets and their elements


prerequisites Engineering geology

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Course contents

History of vehicle transportation. Types of roads and streets. Highways in Poland and Europe.

Administration and financing of highways.

Highway functions and classifications. Hierarchies of movements. Access and mobility. Categories

and technical classes of roads.

Traffic characteristics. Assignment of capacity and condition of traffic.

Basic elements of highways. Definitions of urban and rural areas.

Types of pavements. Basic of earthworks.

Choice between options for a road schemes.

Determination of highway cross sections.


Learning outcomes Basis knowledge of highway engineering and material used in highway construction

Required readings

1. Highway Engineering. Blackwell. 2008.

2. Highway Engineering Handbook. McGraw Hill. 2009.

3. Manual for Streets. Thomas Telford. 2007.

Supplementary

readings 1. The Handbook of Highway Engineering. CRC. 2006.

Additional

information

Course title HYDROGEOLOGY


Teaching method Lectures and Projects


the course dr.Leszek Kaszubowski



course

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 15 - Z


Type of course elective Level of course bachelor



Objectives of the

course

Knowledge about the main hydrogeological structures. Practical solving of the hydrogeological

problems. Understanding the hydrogeological conditions on the base of geological and

hydrogeological maps



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Course contents

Lecture: Groundwater occurrence: Zone of aeration, Zone of saturation , Artesian water.

Elementary theory of groundwater flow. Methods of determination of filtration coefficient.

Groundwater in nonindurated sediments. Groundwater in sedimentary, magmatic and

metamorphic rocks. Groundwater resources and environmental management. Analyse of

hydrogeological conditions of the study area on the base of geological and hydrogeological

maps.

Project: Determination of filtration coefficient by the aid of empiric methods. Construction of

hydrogeological cross-sections on the base of geological drillings. Construction of water table

and hydro-isobaths maps. Calculation of delivery for uncompleted well and delimitation of the

depression curve. Calculation of delivery for a complete well and delimitation of the depression

curve. Elaboration of simplified hydrogeological opinion of study area on the base of

geological and hydrogeological maps.


Learning outcomes

Student knows the main types of groundwater, their prevalence and determinants. He has the

knowledge of the occurrence of major hydrogeological structures. Can describe the main types

of groundwater. Able to use the basic theory of groundwater flow.

Required readings


Press. London, 2001

2. Davis S.N. and DeWiest R.J.M.: Hydrogeology. Krieger Publishing Company, Florida, 1991

3. Keller E.A.: Environmental Geology. 8th Edition Prentice Hall, NJ,2000

4. Legget R. F., Hatheway A. W.: Geology and Engineering. McGraw-Hill Book Company, 3rd

Edition, NY, 1988

5. Hiscock K.M.: Hydrogeology principles and practice. Blackwell Publishing, 2005. Knovel

Release Date: 07.01.2007

6. Weight W. D.: Hydrogeology Field Manual (2nd Edition). McGraw Hill, 2008. Knovel Release

Date: 11.10.2010

Supplementary

readings

1. Spencer E.W.: Introduction to the structure of the earth. McGraw-Hill Book Company, 3rd

Edition, NY, 1988

Additional

information The students of ECEM make choice between Environmental Geotechnology and Hydrogeology

Course title HYDROLOGY

Field of study Civil Engineering/Environmental Engineering

Teaching method Lecture


the course

Jacek Kurnatowski, Ph.D.,

D.Sc.



Course code



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Hours per week 2L Hours per semester 30L

Objectives of the

course

To provide basic knowledge on hydrological processes in a catchment aiming towards water

management enterprises


prerequisites Mathematics (incl. differential calculus)

Course contents

Lectures: Hydrological cycle and processes. Water balance. Hydrological measurements.

Precipitations and its characteristics. Evaporation and transpiration. Retention and detention –

types, assessment methods. Outflow – features, characteristics, hydrological curves. Statistics

in hydrology, probability curves. Sediment transport in alluvial streams, methods of assessment.

Selected problems of rivers morphology.

Assessment methods Written exam

Learning outcomes Basic knowledge of hydrological processes in a catchment as a foundation to water

management enterprises

Required readings 1. Chow, V.T.. Maidment, D.R., Mays, L.W. Applied Hydrology. McGraw-Hill, 1988.

2. Maidment, D.R. Handbook of Hydrology. McGraw-Hill, 1993.

Supplementary

readings 1. Bogardi, J. Sediment Transport in Alluvial Streams. Akademiai Kiado, Budapest, 1978.

Additional

information

Hydrology is a compulsory course only for all EE students and CE students aimed towards

Hydroengineering.

Course title INDUSTRIAL STEEL STRUCTURES



Person responsible

for the course Dr Wiesław Paczkowski



Course code

(if applicable) WBiA-1-16-L ECTS points 3

Type of course Elective (by the end of

December) Level of course Bachelor


Hours per week 2 (L-1, W-1) Hours per semester 30 (L-15, W-15)

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Objectives of the

course

Knowledge of the manufacture technology of a complex structural steelwork. Practical

skill to design an industrial hall including all main parts which constitute the overall

structure.


prerequisites Good knowledge of strength of materials, structural mechanics and rules of design of steelwork.

Course contents

Historical development and modern usage of steel for selected types of structures. Process of

design: developing a structural system. Design of industrial buildings: categories, selection

process of framing systems, loads imposed on the structure, transport system, general

arrangement of typical industrial building. Gantry girders. Telpher beams. Trestle bridges. Steel

storage tanks. Industrial chimneys.

Design of a simple workshop: selection of a form of structure including bracing system, choice

of cladding, design of steelwork, roof truss design, design of truss members on the basis of

Eurocode 3.

Assessment methods Students receive final mark for the quality of a design of the industrial hall. The work is done in

2 person teams.

Learning outcomes

As a result of the course the student will hold the knowledge of the problems of designing

complex steel structures, where based on the relevant standard is able to design specified

object industrial building (hall) and the impact of the solutions adopted for its implementation.

Required readings

1) Owens G. W., Knowles P.R., Dowling P.J.: Steel Designers' Manual, Blackwell

Scientific Publications, Cambridge, 2003.

2) Morris L. J., Plum D. R.: Structural Steelwork Design to BS 5950. Longman

Scientific&Technical, Harlow, 1989.

3) BS 5950 Structural use of steelwork in building

4) Bates W.: Design of structural steelwork. Workshop with EOT crane. Constrado,Croydon 1997.

5) Eurocode 0 – Basis of structural design.

6) Eurocode 1 – Actions on structures.

7) Eurocode 3 – Design of steel structures.

8) Dowling P.J., Knowles P.R., Owens G.W.: Structural Steel Design, Butterworths, London, 1988.

Supplementary

readings

1) Lam, D., Ang, T-C. and Chiew, S-P, Structural Steelwork: Design to Limit State Theory, 3rd

Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd.

2) Gardner, L. and Nethercot, D. A., Designer’s guide to Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures,

Thomas Telford Limited, 2005

Additional

information

Course title INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING


Teaching method Lecture


the course

PhD Krystyna

Araszkiewicz



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Course code




Hours per week L-1 Hours per semester L -15

Objectives of the

course Understanding principles of BIM and information management in construction project lifecycle


prerequisites -

Course contents

Information management in the construction industry

Communication and team work in the construction project lifecycle

History of BIM and terminology

Integrated Product Delivery concept

BIM Standards

BIM as a platform for communication

Fundamental modeling techniques used in BIM

An overview of the most widely used file protocols (the IFC standard)

Collaboration, Model Sharing and Design Management

BIM and Construction Management (Coordination and Clash Detection

4-D Sequencing, Safety, Logistics and Communication)

Sustainable BIM

BIM and Facility Management - basics

Assessment methods Written exam

Learning outcomes

Understanding of what BIM is (understanding its value and opportunities, limitations and

complexities).

Understanding how BIM can be applied to project execution tasks, such as quantity take-off

and tracking, planning and sequencing, spatial coordination and clash detection, as well as BIM

support for field operations and facility management.

Required readings

1. Barnes, P., Davies, N. BIM in Principle and in Practice (2nd Edition), ICE Publishing, 2015.

2. Eastman, C., Teicholz, P., Sacks, R. and Liston,K., BIM Handbook, a Guide to Building

Information Modelling 2nd Ed. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2011

3. Hardin B., McCool D., BIM and Construction Management: Proven Tools, Methods, and

Workflows. John Wiley & Sons, 2015

Supplementary

readings

Further readings

1. Krygiel E., Nies B., Green BIM: Successful Sustainable Design with Building Information

Modeling, John Wiley & Sons, 2008

Additional

information

Course title NEGOTIATIONS AND CONFLICT MANAGEMENT

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the course

PhD Magdalena

Bochenek



course

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 44 - Z





Objectives of the

course

Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able to identify and employ

effective communication, problem-solving, and influence techniques appropriate to a given

situation


prerequisites Basic knowledge of conflict resolution

Course contents

negotiation theory – strategies and styles

practice negotiating with role-playing simulations

verbal and nonverbal communication

conflict management

Assessment methods continuous assessment

Learning outcomes Knowledge of effective negotiation and conflict resolution.

Required readings

1. Zartman W.: Negotiation and Conflict Management: Essays on Theory and Practice,

Routledge 2009

2. Harvard Business Review on Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. Harvard Business Press

2000

Supplementary

readings 1. Ury W.: Getting Past No: Negotiating in Difficult Situations 1993

Additional information Min. 5 students

Course title PROJECT MANAGEMENT I



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the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz




course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code





Objectives of the

course

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to demonstrate professional level

competencies of project management



Course contents

Project definition. Project life cycle. Stakeholders. Project selection model. Project management

methodologies (classic, PMBOK, PRINCE 2, PCM). SWOT and PEST analysis. Basic elements of

strategy planning. Portfolio management. Project Cycle Management for EU projects. Basic

duties of project manager. Scope management - work breakdown structure (WBS) of project

lifecycle. Case study: stakeholder analysis, selection of the model, strategy of project, PCM

matrix.

Assessment methods written exam, team project, presentation

Learning outcomes Knowledge of project management methodologies

Required readings

1. Tracz K.: Guide for lectures on Project Management in construction

2. Kerzner H.: Project Management - A system approach to planning, scheduling and

controlling. John Wiley &Sons 2003

3. Project Management Institute: A guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge

2008

4. Lester A.: Project management, planning and control. Elsevier 2008

5. Nicholas J.M., Steyn H.: Project management for engineering, business and technology.

Routledge 2012

Supplementary

readings

1. Mantel S.J., Meredith J.R., Shafer S.M., Sutton M.M.: Project management in practice. John

Wiley&Sons 2011

Additional

information -

Course title PROJECT MANAGEMENT II



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the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz




course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code





Objectives of the

course

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to demonstrate professional level

competencies of project management



Course contents

Project management plan. Principles of Leadership. Monitoring and control of project lifecycle.

Cost management and reporting. Analysis of scope changes in respect to Project outcomes.

Progress reports. Earned Value method of monitoring. Implementation and control of

communication system in investment process.

Case study : Project Management Plan (PMP), costs control by EVM


Learning outcomes Knowledge of project management methodologies

Required readings

1. Tracz K. : Guide for lectures on Project Management in construction

2. Kerzner H.: Project Management - A system approach to planning, scheduling and

controlling. John Wiley &Sons 2003

3. Project Management Institute: A guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge

2008

4. Lester A.: Project management, planning and control. Elsevier 2008

5. Nicholas J.M., Steyn H.: Project management for engineering, business and technology.

Routledge 2012

Supplementary

readings

1. Mantel S.J., Meredith J.R., Shafer S.M., Sutton M.M.: Project management in practice. John

Wiley&Sons 2011

Additional

information -

Course title QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS



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the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz




course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code





Objectives of the

course

Upon the completion of the course students will demonstrate the ability to control quality in

construction company


prerequisites Basic knowledge of construction technology

Course contents

History and evolution of quality idea, the scope and basics of description of quality norms, the

basic meanings and structure of norms series ISO 9000, process approach and its interpretation

for construction companies, basic tools of quality management – Fishbone diagram, Pareto

Analysis, TQM, quality costs, documentation structure of QMS, the requirements of norm ISO

9001 in respect to construction activities.


Learning outcomes Knowledge of principles of quality management in construction company

Required readings

1. English for construction managers and engineering. Part 8: Quality management in

construction. Poltext. Warszawa 2009

2. ISO 9000:2005 Quality management systems – Fundamentals and vocabulary

3. ISO 9001:20015 Quality management systems – Requirements

4. ISO 9004:2000 Quality management systems – Guidelines for performance improvements

5. ISO 90011:2002 Guidelines on Quality and/or Environmental Management Systems

Auditing

Supplementary

readings

1. Flood R.L.: Beyond TQM. John Wiley & Son 1994

2. Omachonu V.K., Ross J.E.: Principles of Total Quality. CRC Press 2004

Additional

information

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Course title RAILWAY ENGINEERING



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Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 20 - Z





Objectives of the

course Understanding of railways and their elements



Course contents

History of railways. Railways in Poland and over the world. Standard, broad and narrow gauges.

Categories of railway lines.

Railway industry overview. Elements of track. Standards for tracks.

Soil and geotechnical problems. Subgrade and sub-ballast. Drainage.

Basic of railway design. Communications and signals. Electrification.

Railway structures. High-speed rail. Railway maintenance.

Determination of railway cross sections.


Learning outcomes Basis knowledge of railway engineering and material used in railway construction

Required readings 1. Practical Railway Engineering. Imperial Collage Press. 2010.

2. Railway Engineering. Oxford University Press. 2010.

Supplementary

readings 1. Practical Guide to Railway Engineering. AREMA 2008.

Additional

information

Course title ROADS, STREETS AND JUNCTIONS







Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 21 - Z


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Objectives of the

course Understanding elements of roads, streets and junctions.


prerequisites Highway engineering

Course contents

Criteria for roads and street design. Design vehicles. Driver performance.

Traffic parameters. Levels of service and highway capacities. Pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Basic

elements of highway design. Design speed, sight distances, horizontal and vertical alignment.

Elements of cross section. Design of road and street elements.

Local and collector roads and streets. Rural and urban arterials (expressways and motorways).

Intersections: types, channelization and traffic signal control.

Grade separations and interchanges. Grade separation structures. Types of interchanges. Ramps.

Airport pavements.


Learning outcomes Basis knowledge of transportation engineering and designing of road alignment

Required readings

1. Highway Engineering. Blackwell. 2008.

2. Highway Engineering Handbook. McGraw Hill. 2009.

3. Manual for Streets. Thomas Telford. 2007.

Supplementary

readings

1. Geometric Design of Highways and Streets. AASHTO. 2004.

2. Planning & Design of Airports. MacGraw-Hill. 2010.

Additional

information

Course title SITE MANAGEMENT I




the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz

PhD Magdalena

Bochenek



course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code



37



Objectives of the

course

Upon the completion of the course students will demonstrate the ability to:

- understand legal and contractual obligations of contractor prior to

commencement of construction works,

- identify the scope of works - WBS

- schedule and control construction projects,

- create bar chart and labour schedule.



Course contents

organizational chart and responsibility of project team

handing-over protocol of site place

bar chart and labour schedule

materials storage

planning of temporary site facilities

method statements for different projects

Assessment methods written exam

Learning outcomes Knowledge of construction site management

Required readings

1. English for construction managers and engineering. Part 2: Principles of the management

in construction. Poltext. Warszawa 2008

2. Andersson C.A., Miles D., Neale R., Ward J.: Site management. Workbook. International

Labour Office. Geneva 1996

3. Cooke B., Williams P.: Construction Planning, Programming and Control. Willey-Blackwell.

Oxford 2009

Supplementary

readings

1. Sales L.: Site Manager's Bible-: Everything you need to know to save time and money on

your building project. Random House Ltd. 2006

Additional

information -

Course title SITE MANAGEMENT II


Teaching method Lecture, project work


the course

MSc Krzysztof Tracz




course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code


38




Objectives of the

course

Upon the completion of the course students will demonstrate the ability to understand the

network diagrams and use computers in scheduling construction projects


prerequisites Knowledge of construction scheduling

Course contents

Critical Path of construction projects

Line of balance in planning of manpower

exercises in MS Project application

Assessment methods written exam, project work

Learning outcomes Student has got the competence to be a planning engineer.

Required readings

1. Snyder C.: Microsoft Project 2016 for Dummies. Wiley 2016

2. Andersson C.A., Miles D., Neale R., Ward J.: Site management. Workbook. International

Labour Office. Geneva 1996

3. Cooke B., Williams P.: Construction Planning, Programming and Control. Willey-Blackwell.

Oxford 2009

Supplementary

readings

1. Sales L.: Site Manager's Bible-: Everything you need to know to save time and money on

your building project. Random House Ltd. 2006

Additional

information -

Course title SPECIAL FOUNDATIONS DESIGN


Teaching method Lecture (3 hours/week), project (3 hours/week)

Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA-2-03-L

WBiA-2-03-Z ECTS points 5

Type of course Elective Level of course Master


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Objectives of the

course

Create an ability to recognize and use of proper foundation in case of massive construction,

complex load systems. Create an ability to prepare a geotechnical design of special foundation



Course contents

Advanced geotechnical aspects in special foundation design, load transfer mechanism in pile,

pier and shaft foundation, Meyerhof’s method for bored and displacement driven piles, α, λ, β

methods for shafts and piers, elastic and total settlement of piles, lateral bearing capacity of

piles and PHTP foundation, test loads, Davisson formulae, negative skin friction, neutral depth

(Vesic, Bowles), group of piles, drilled shafts – technology and design, Brinch Hansen method

for lateral loading (free and fixed head), soil spring idealization, elastic continuum model

(Poulos, Reese and Matlock, Broms approaches)

Assessment methods Project work, continuous assessment, presentation, examination

Learning outcomes

Student is able to: analyze geotechnical solutions for various special foundations, provide

comparative analysis for given solutions, make calculations of bearing capacity of special

foundation

Required readings



2. Burland J. B., Skinner T., Brown H.: ICE Manual of Geotechnical Engineering, Volume 2 –

Geotechnical Design, Construction and Verification. 2012

3. Fleming K. et al.: Piling Engineering. Third Edition. Taylor & Francis. 2009

4. Reese L. C., Van Impe W.: Single Pile and Pile Groups Under Lateral Loadings. 2nd Edition.

CRC Press 2011




2001

7. Das Braja M.: Fundamantals of Geotechnical Engineering, 4th Edition, 2013

Supplementary

readings

1. Eurocode 7

2. Eurocode 3 p. 5

3. ICE – Manual for the geotechnical design of structures to Eurocode 7. May 2013

Additional

information C1 English highly recommended

Course title STRENGTH OF MATERIALS



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the course


Michał Gielo



[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 24 – Z




Hours per week 4 (L-2, P-2) Hours per semester 60 (L-30, P-30)

Objectives of the

course

To gain knowledge of simple stresses, strains and deformation in components due to external

loads. To assess stresses and deformations through mathematical models of beams, twisting

bars or combinations of both. Effect of component dimensions and shape on stresses and

deformations are to be understood. The study would provide knowledge for use in the design

courses.


prerequisites Knowledge of mathematics and physics and theoretical mechanics.

Course contents

Introductory remarks. The types of building structures, loads and deformations.

The basic assumptions of statics and strength of materials. Internal or external forces.

Flat statically determinate rod systems. Cutting forces. Depending on the differential between

the forces cross-cutting. Determination of cutting forces in beams of simple, broken and

curved, in continuous beams, frames. Geometric characteristics of the shapes - the centers of

gravity, moments of inertia. Stress, strain, Hooke's law, the basic material constants. Extension

(compression) axis. Stresses in the cross diagonal. Flat stress state. Technical Shear. Bending

simple. Bending with transverse forces. Oblique bending, bending in two planes. Tensile

(compressive) eccentric. Torsion bars with circular cross-symmetric. Deflection of beams -

Euler's method (method of Clebsch). Elastic energy. The stability of a straight bar. Bending with

compression. Inelastic material properties, plasticity. Bearing capacity cross border rod and rod

systems. Elements of mechanics of thin-walled bars.

Assessment methods project work and written exam

Learning outcomes

The student will be able to:

Analyze and design structural members subjected to tension, compression, torsion,

bending and combined stresses using the fundamental concepts of stress, strain

and elastic behavior of materials.

Utilize appropriate materials in design considering engineering properties,

sustainability, cost and weight.

Required readings

1. Popov E.P, “Engineering Mechanics of Solids”, Prentice-Hall of India, New Delhi, 1997,

2. Beer F. P. and Johnston R, “Mechanics of Materials”, McGraw-Hill Book Co, Third Edition,

2002,

3. Nash W.A, “Theory and problems in Strength of Materials”, Schaum Outline Series,

McGraw-Hill Book Co, New York, 1995,

4. Kazimi S.M.A, “Solid Mechanics”, Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Co, New Delhi, 1981,

5. Ray Hulse, Keith Sherwin & Jack Cain, “Solid Mechanics”, Palgrave ANE Books, 2004,

Supplementary

readings

1. Singh D.K “Mechanics of Solids” Pearson Education 2002,

2. Timoshenko S.P, “Elements of Strength of Materials”, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi 1997.

Additional

information



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Course title SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT


Teaching method Lecture (1 hr/week, 15 weeks)

Workshop (1 hr/week, 15 weeks)

Person responsible

for the course


P.Eng.



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 25 - Z



Semester Winter/Summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 (1L+ 1W) Hours per semester 30 (15L + 15W)

Objectives of the

course

Understanding the basics of sustainable water management. Understanding the purpose of

application of green infrastructure in sustainable surface water management practice.


prerequisites Basic Hydrology and Hydraulics. Fluid Mechanics.

Course contents

Introduction to the concept of sustainability and the idea of sustainable water management.

Introduction to the non-traditional “green” infrastructure in civil engineering. Introduction to the

major Green Infrastructure design considerations: environmental protection, streams habitat

protection, protection of soils and vegetation, pollution prevention planning, sustainable urban

landscapes and subsurface utility engineering.

Assessment methods Grade.

Learning outcomes


Understand the need for sustainable water management

Understand the concept of sustainability and sustainable land development

Describe the impact of urban development on the hydrologic cycle and water quality

of watersheds and sub-watersheds

Required readings

1. Agenda 21 – document from the Internet

2. Develop with Care 2012. Environmental Guidelines for Urban and Rural Land Development

in British Columbia. Canada. 2012. (On-line document).

Supplementary

readings

1. Sustainable Design – The Science of Sustainability and Green Engineering. Vallero, Daniel;

Brasier, Chris. John Wiley & Sons. 2008.

Additional

information

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Course title TECHNOLOGY OF FOUNDATION WORKS



Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA-1-26-L

WBiA -1-26-Z ECTS points 3




Objectives of the

course

Create an ability to recognize technological problems connected to construction of foundations

and excavation support



Course contents

Spread foundation technology, raft foundations, deep shaft foundations, foundations

construction, site preparation, excavation methods, trench excavation, support of excavations,

anchoring systems technology, sheet piling technology, grouting technology, groundwater

lowering in construction, slurry walls technology


Learning outcomes

Student is able to:

Prepare a geotechnical design of a foundation under construction with a proper excavation

support if needed and discuss the chosen technologies

Required readings



2. Budhu M.: Soil Mechanics and Foundations. 3rd Edition. Wiley & Sons. 2011

3. Cernica J.: Geotechnical Engineering – Foundation Design. Wiley & Sons, 1995

4. Das Braja M.: Shallow Foundations. Bearing Capacity and Settlement. Second Edition. CRC

Press. 2010



6. Sivakugan N., Das Braja M.: Geotechnical Engineering. A Practical Problem Solving

Approach. J. Ross Publishing. 2010


2001

8. Eurocode 7

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Supplementary

readings



2. Simons N., Menzis B.: A Short Course in Foundation Engineering. Thomas Telford, London,

2000

Additional

information

The students of ECEM make choice between Technology of Foundation Works and

Geoengineering in summer semester

Course title TECHNOLOGY OF RIVER REGULATIONS WORKS




the course


D.Sc.



Course code


Type of course elective Level of course Bachelor


Hours per week 1L/1W Hours per semester 15L/15W

Objectives of the

course To provide basic knowledge on river training works with special regard to modern approach.


prerequisites Hydraulics & Hydrology

Course contents

Lectures: Aims and basic principles of river training works. Horizontal watercourse pattern,

curvature, bending, river dynamics features. Principles of Farque and Girardon. Determination

of regulation route, variability of curvature radiuses. Lowland rivers regulation systems, types

of regulation constructions, localization principles. Materials and elements applied in river

training field works. Regulation constructions performance. Special cases of lowland rivers

regulation. Ecological aspects of river training works.

Workshop: Lowland river regulation project for a river stretch (approx. 2 km).

Assessment methods Grade for lectures & project works

Learning outcomes Basic knowledge of training works at lowland rivers. Understanding of needs, reasons, basic

techniques of design and construction for river training systems.

Required readings 1. Jansen, P.P. Principles of River Engineering: The Non-Tidal Alluvial River. Pitman, 1979.

2. Bogardi, J. Sediment Transport in Alluvial Streams. Akademiai Kiado, Budapest, 1978.

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Supplementary

readings

Additional

information

Course title TECHNOLOGY OF SPECIAL HYDROTECHNICAL WORKS




the course


D.Sc.



Course code


Type of course elective Level of course Bachelor


Hours per week 1L/1W Hours per semester 15L/15W

Objectives of the

course To provide basic knowledge of flood protection works with special regard to dikes construction.


prerequisites Hydraulics & Hydrology

Course contents

Lectures: Active and passive flood protection. Technical and non-technical measures for flood

protection. Probability of flows, classification of flood protection dikes. Filtration throughout

dikes, methods of its reduction, drainage. Principles for dikes dimensioning. Dikes construction

technologies. Dikes maintenance. Crisis management before, during and after the flood.

Workshop: Project for a I0 class flood protection dike along a lowland river (approx. 2 km).

Assessment methods Grade for lectures & project works

Learning outcomes Basic knowledge of floods (types, reasons, origins) and flood protection works. Fundamental

principles of dikes design, construction and maintenance.

Required readings 1. Jansen, P.P. Principles of River Engineering: The Non-Tidal Alluvial River. Pitman, 1979.

2. Pavel P. Canal and river levees. Elsevier, 1982.

Supplementary

readings

Additional

information

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Course title TECHNOLOGY OF STEEL STRUCTURES



Person responsible

for the course


Michał Gielo



[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Elective (by the end of

December) Level of course bachelors



Objectives of the

course

Familiarity with manufacture technology of complex structural steelwork; practical skill to design

elementary parts of the vertical steel storage tank for petroleum industry.


prerequisites Good knowledge of strength of materials, structural mechanics and rules of design of steelwork.

Course contents

Introduction to steel’s role in construction industry: mild steel as a backbone of the industry,

the world steel production, costs of construction works and steelwork costs, European system

of steel grades notation. Steel storage tanks: classification, roofs, basic, rules of shell design,

bottom design, technology of execution. Welding of structural steelwork: welding process and

consumables, typical weld details, weld defects and quality control. Fabrication: form of contract

and organization. Erection: design for erection. Corrosion protection: basic theory, paint and

metal coatings. Fire protection: regulation requirements, properties of steel, protection of

members.

Design of a vertical cylindrical steel welded storage tank in compliance with PN – B –03210:1997

or Eurocode 3.

Assessment methods Students receive final mark for the quality of a design of the tank. The work is done in 2 person

groups.

Learning outcomes

As a result of the course the student will hold the knowledge of the organization and

management of problems occurring in the implementation of steel structures, where based on

the relevant standard is able to design industrial construction of the specified object (tank) and

the impact of typical technologies for its implementation.

Required readings

1) Eurocode 0 – Basis of structural design.

2) Eurocode 1 – Actions on structures.

3) Eurocode 3 – Design of steel structures.

4) BS 2654:1989 Manufacture of vertical steel welded non-refrigerated storage tanks with butt

- welded shells for the petroleum industry.

5) Owens G. W., Knowles P.R., Dowling P.J.: Steel Designers' Manual, Blackwell

Scientific Publications, Cambridge, 2003.

6) Dowling P.J., Knowles P.R., Owens G.W.: Structural Steel Design, Butterworths,

London, 1988.



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Supplementary

readings

1) Gardner L., Nethercot D. A.: Designers Guide to EN 1993-1-1 – Design of steel structres

general rules and rules for buldings.

2) Moore D.B., Wald F.: Design of Structural Connections to Eurocode 3 – FAQ

3) The Institution of Structural Engineers: Manual for the design of steelwork building structures

to Eurocode 3.

Additional

information

Course title THEORETICAL MECHANICS



Person responsible

for the course


Michał Gielo



[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 29 - Z





Objectives of the

course

Ability to identify systems statically determinate and indeterminate, the designation of the

reaction in various types of structures, determination of forces in truss rods, application of laws

of dynamics and kinematics.


prerequisites Knowledge of mathematics and physics.

Course contents

The auxiliary messages from vector calculus. Newton's law. Basic concepts of mechanics. Models

of real objects. Principles of statics. Moment of force with respect to the point. Systems of forces.

The main vector and main moment. Reduction of the system of forces. Reduction in individual

cases systems of forces. The balance of forces converging. Rigid body in the system flat and

spatial degrees of freedom, constraints. The balance of flat systems of forces. Conditions of

determine static and geometric invariance of the scheme. Methods for determining the forces

in truss rods. Fundamentals of mechanics analytical.

Kinematics of material point. Selected methods for the description of motion. Speed and

acceleration. Kinematics rigid body. Progressive movement. The rotary motion relative to a fixed

axis. Plane motion of the mass. Motion absolute, relative motion and drift motion and their

velocity and acceleration. Acceleration of Coriolis. Study the possibility of movement. The

concept of geometric invariance of the system. Plan poles. Determination of the instantaneous

rotation angle - the equation of the kinematic chain.

Dynamics of material point and the material system. Differential equations of motion.

Assessment methods project work and written exam



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Learning outcomes

The student knows how to use the vector employed for determining the response in static and

dynamic. The student knows how to determine the characteristics of simple cross-section rods.

The student can solve simple static and dynamic rod systems. The student is able to formulate

and solve problems with cross-sectional geometry of the rods.

Required readings

1. Symon Keith, “Mechanics”, ADDISON WESLEY PUB CO INC 1971,

2. Stephen T. Thornton, “Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems”, 2003,

3. J.B. Marion and S.T. Thornton,” Classical dynamics of particles and systems”,1995,

4. Classical Mechanics, John R. Taylor, University Science Books, 2005,

5. Spacetime Physics, Edwin F. Taylor and John Wheeler, W. H. Freeman and Co., 1966.

Supplementary

readings

1. Singh D.K “Mechanics of Solids” Pearson Education 2002,

2. Timoshenko S.P, “Elements of Strength of Materials”, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi 1997.

Additional

information

Course title TRANSPORTATION PLANNING IN URBAN AREAS


Teaching method Lecture / Workshop

Person responsible

for the course Jacek Czarnecki, PhD Eng



Course code



Semester Summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 (L)

3 (W) Hours per semester

30 (L)

45 (W)

Objectives of the

course Understanding the principles of design of streets and intersections.


prerequisites Basic civil engineering knowledge. Basic drawing skills in CAD software.

Course contents

Basic definitions and parameters regarding roads, streets and intersections. Types of

intersections. Guidelines of urban intersections design. Footways, pedestrian crossings, cycle

paths, bus and parking bays. Traffic calming.

Project of urban intersection made with use of CAD software.

Assessment methods Written exam and project work.

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Learning outcomes

Student knows the technical guidelines used in the design of various communication systems

in cities. Knows the basic principles of developing and printing road drawings using the CAD

software.

Student can design a street intersection. Can read surveying maps and construction drawings.

Student understands the responsibility for the consequences of engineering activity and its

impact on the environment.

Required readings

1. A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO, 2004.

2. The Civil Engineering Handbook, CRC Press, 2003.

3. Reinhold Baier et al., Directives for the Design of Urban Roads, RASt 06, FGSV, Cologne, 2006

Supplementary

readings --

Additional

information Maximum 15 students per group.

Course title WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING


Teaching method Lecture (2 hr/week, 15 weeks)

Workshop (1 hr/week, 15 weeks)

Person responsible

for the course


P.Eng.



Course code

(if applicable)

WBiA - 1 - 31 - Z



Semester Summer/Winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week 3 (2L + 1W) Hours per semester 45 (30L + 15W)

Objectives of the

course

To establish basic knowledge on water resources management and engineering. To learn basic

methods of analysis and solutions to solve various water resources’ related issues. To learn basic

planning and design principles of water supply and waste water systems, dams, reservoirs, and

hydropower systems. To get basic knowledge on flood mitigation, irrigation and drainage.


prerequisites Fluid Mechanics. Hydrology and Hydraulics.

Course contents

An introduction to the general planning and design issues of various water resource systems.

Exploration of a wide range of water resources issues, methods of analysis and engineering

solutions. Water supply and sewerage systems. Wells. Reservoirs. Hydro-electric power generation.

Irrigation and drainage. Flood mitigation. An introduction to the concept of sustainability and

sustainable water resources management.

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Assessment methods Continuous assessment, Mid-term Test, Grade.

Learning outcomes


Understand major issues related to water resources engineering

Select and use appropriate method for analysis

Understand the concept of sustainable water resources management

Understand the planning and design principals of water supply, reservoirs, wells, flood

mitigation, irrigation and drainage, and hydropower.

Required readings 1. Chin D. A. Water-Resources Engineering, Third Edition, PEARSON Education Ltd 2013

Supplementary

readings

1. Linsley R. K. and Franzini J. B (1964) Water Resources Engineering McGraw- Hill Book Inc.,

New York, 1992 (Knovel Library)


3. Sustainable Design – The Science of Sustainability and Green Engineering. Vallero, Daniel;

Brasier, Chris. John Wiley & Sons. 2008

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information

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