Course Obejectives

• Understand the methods for assessing surface conditions and subsurface investigation techniques to effectively evaluate geological conditions for metro construction projects.
• Gain insights into laboratory and in-situ testing techniques for analyzing the mechanical behavior of rocks and soils, ensuring structural integrity and stability in metro construction.
• Discuss the construction methods of elevated stations and viaducts, including substructure construction techniques and challenges encountered in foundation construction for elevated metro structures.
• Explore the development of precast yards for efficient production and assembly of precast elements in metro viaduct construction, enhancing construction productivity and quality.
• Understand the principles and applications of various tunneling methods, such as cut and cover, boring, drill and blast, NATM, and NMT, in metro tunnel construction, considering geological conditions and engineering requirements.
• Explore support systems and construction techniques for underground metro stations, including diaphragm walls, top-down, and bottom-up construction methods, ensuring stability and safety during station construction.