Course

CIVIL-411: Dam engineering

Summary

Dams are paramount for human development around the world. The course is an introduction to the fascinating domain of dam engineering, from design to construction, for water storage and regulated supply, including for renewable energy generation (hydropower), flood protection and drought prevention.

Lectures

Instructor

Giovanni De Cesare

Expertise Numerical simulation and physical modeling of hydraulic works and schemes; reservoir sedimentation and turbidity currents; reservoir sediment management; Ultrasonic Doppler flow measurement; river training work and restoration; soil bioengineering and nature based solutions; fluvial eco-morphology; rapid transients in pressurized waterways; technology transfer, commissioned studies and expert reports in applied hydraulics, hydraulic constructions and infrastructures; organization of continuous edu

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/dam-engineering-CIVIL-411

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/CIVIL-411

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Summary

Lectures

Instructor

Giovanni De Cesare

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/dam-engineering-CIVIL-411

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/CIVIL-411

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Lectures in this course (14)

Dams and Hydraulic Structures

Explores the history, design, and societal impact of dams and hydraulic structures, emphasizing seismic verification and modern practices.

Barrages: Types and Criteria

Discusses the selection criteria for different types of dams based on geology and seismic risk.

Gravity Dams: Construction and Safety

Explores the construction and safety of gravity dams, focusing on reducing pushing forces and ensuring earthquake safety.

Arch Dams: Design and Analysis

Explores the design and analysis of arch dams, emphasizing geological criteria, stability, and dynamic analysis.

Arch Dams: Construction and Stability Analysis

Explores the construction and stability analysis of arch dams, including location criteria, concrete dam details, and foundation rock behavior.

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