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ECTS GUIDE

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

UNIVERSITY OF PATRAS

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DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

GENERAL INFORMATION AND STRUCTURE OF THE DEPARTMENT

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Civil Engineering was founded in 1974. It is located at the University Campus in

Rio, about 6 kms east of the centre of Patras. With an over 1500 undergraduate and 100

postgraduate student body it attracts students from all over the country. It consists of 35 full time

faculty members and operates under a 5 years programme of study offering the degree of Diploma

in Civil Engineering.

The Department operates 8 Laboratories for teaching and research purposes. In addition it has its

own Computer Centre with a large number of workstations and personal computers which provide

adequate computing facilities for teaching and research. PCs are linked to a network giving access

to other powerful computing facilities around the world.

The Department is also responsible for post-graduate education leading to the M.Sc degree in "Civil

Engineering" (in four divisions): (a) Seismic Design of Structures, (b) Geotechnical Engineering, (c)

Water Resources and the Environment, (d) Transportation, Construction Management and Spatial

Planning, and to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), through a comprehensive graduate

studies programme involving post-graduate level courses.

DEGREES OFFERED

Undergraduate: Diploma (five-year degree)

Post-graduate: M.Sc., Ph.D.

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Professor Alexander Demetracopoulos

Telephone: (+30) 2610-996520/6599 Fax: (+30)-2610-996572 E-mail: [email protected]

THE ECTS DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATOR

Professor Stephanos Dritsos

UNIVERSITY OF PATRAS

Department of Civil Engineering

26 500 Patras, GREECE

Tel. (+30)-2610- 997780

Fax (+30)- 2610- 996575

E-mail : [email protected]

SECRETARIAT

Telephone: (+30)-2610-996504

Fax: (+30)-2610-996565

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STRUCTURE OF THE DEPARTMENT

Divisions

Structural Engineering

Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering

Environmental Engineering and Transportation

Laboratories

Structural Engineering Lab

Mechanics and Technology of Materials Lab

Geotechnical Engineering Lab

Hydraulic Engineering Lab

Surveying Lab

Environmental Engineering Lab

Transportation Works Lab

Architectural Technology and Spatial Planning Lab

LIST OF FACULTY MEMBERS OF THE DEPARTMENT

Professors

S. Anagnostopoulos

G. Athanasopoulos

D. Atmatzidis

D. Beskos

X. Chadjitheodorou (Emeritus)

C. Chrysikopoulos

A. Demetracopoulos

S. Dritsos

A. Papageorgiou

G. Stefanedes

D. Theodorakopoulos

M. Fardis

V. Kaleris

D. Karabalis

N. Makris

T. Triantafillou

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Associate Professors

N. Bazeos

S. Bousias

A. Chassiakos

A. Dimas

E. Matsoukis

G. Mylonakis

S. Stiros

S. Tsonis

P. Yiannopoulos

Assistant Professors

G. Horsch

C. Papanicolaou

M. Sfakianakis

D. Verras

Lecturers

F. Karantoni

I. Manariotis

P. Marathias

P. Sotiropoulos

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

• Division of Structural Engineering

Earthquake resistant design of buildings, Pounding of buildings in series under strong

earthquake motions, Strong motion recording and specification of seismic design

spectra , Post-earthquake emergency damage and usability assessment of buildings,

Inelastic torsional response and building plan irregularities, Seismic behaviour of

underground structures, Dynamic analysis of inelastic plates, Vibration isolation of

structures by trenches and piles, Soil-structure interaction, Numerical modelling of

wind pressures on buildings, Dynamic fracture mechanics of materials, Fracture

mechanics analysis by boundary element methods, Elastic contact problems, Inverse

problems, Seismic isolation of buildings, Assessment of existing reinforced concrete

and masonry structures, Repairing and strengthening technologies of structures,

Redesign of structures, Seismic retrofitting of structures, Repair/Strengthening of

concrete structures, Durability of reinforced concrete, Seismic behaviour, Modelling

and design of reinforced concrete and masonry structures, Computer-Aided design of

reinforced concrete, Structural restoration of monuments, Dynamic soil-structure

interaction, Advanced direct time domain BEM formulations for elastodynamic

problems, Seismic record processing codes, Concrete degradation under high

temperatures, Seismic behaviour of masonry buildings, Strengthening techniques of

stone masonry buildings, Seismic response of structures with many frictional

horizontal interfaces, Seismic safety of existing reinforced concrete buildings,

Thermoviscoelastic properties of concrete, Seismic behaviour of infilled frame

structures, Dynamic response of cable systems, Mechanical behaviour of composite

concrete, Torsional resistance of prestressed concrete beams, Punching of reinforced

concrete slabs, Nonlinear stochastic dynamics, Composite materials, Advanced

composites in structural engineering, Textile-based composites, Steel-concrete


composite systems, Advanced cement-based materials, Conservation of architectural

heritage.

• Division of Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering

Experimental investigation of soil and rock properties and mechanical behaviour,

Numerical analysis of soil and rock behaviour, Flexible earth retaining structures,

Laboratory and in-situ measurement of dynamic soil properties, Development and

applications of the spectral analysis‟ of surface waves method (SASW), Geotechnical

earthquake engineering, Properties and mechanical behaviour of geosynthetics,

Reinforced soil, Use of geofoam in geotechnical engineering. Experimental studies of

flow and contaminat transport in free-surface flows, Turbulence models, Advection

and diffusion/dispersion in surface flows, Computational methods in hydraulic

engineering, Influence of climate change on watershed hydrology, Extraction

techniques for soil and water clean-up in the unsaturated zone, Coastal circulation,

Density currents, Disposal of liquid waster in the coastal zone, Coastal works,

Hydraulic works. Deformation control of technical works and of their foundations, as

well as seismotectonic and volcanological studies using geodetic (terrestrial and

space) and other techniques, Topographic studies of historical buildings and of

ancient cities with automated topography and CAD, Archaeoseismological research,

Interdisciplinary studies of sea-level variations at various time and geographical

scales, Palaeoseismological and volcanological implications.

• Division of Environmental Engineering and Transportation

Analysis of urban and regional structure, Urban and regional planning policy analysis

and implementation, Computer applications in spatial planning, Geographic

information systems, Restoration of buildings and monuments, and related

construction technology with emphasis on use of digital models and processes. Water

and wastewater engineering with emphasis on direct anaerobic treatment of low and

high-strength wastes, biological nutrient control in suspended and attached growth

systems, sequential batch reactor co-treatment of municipal-hospital-agroindustrial

wastes, characterization studies, estimation of river flow by rising air bubbles, effluent

disposal-dispersion modelling, Air pollution control with emphasis on measuring

modelling and predicting air quality. Dynamic analysis of pavements, Pavement

management and rehabilitation, Project network compression and resource allocation,

Extranet application in construction project management, Impact assessment and

evaluation in transport projects. Traffic engineering studies, Mass transport systems

and transport policy, Accidents, Air transport studies and airports.

INSTRUMENTAL FACILITIES OF THE DEPARTMENT

The main experimental facility of the Structures Laboratory comprises a steel reaction

frame of dimensions 2.70m × 3.50 m used for testing along with an MTS pump of of

190 lt/min capacity, an actuator with a symmetric capacity of ±1000kN force and

±500mm displacement, two actuators with a symmetric displacement capacity of

±250mm and an asymmetric force capacity of -640kN and +450kN, and a small

actuator with capacities of ±125mm and -360kN/+250kN. The presently available

controller is appropriate only for quasi-static loading. In the Laboratory equipment,

two industrial PCs with data acquisition cards, four hydraulic hollow cylinders of


300kN capacity, one 60MHz oscilloscope and a number displacement transducers are

included, together with laboratory and in-situ concrete testing apparati.

The Mechanics and Technology of Materials Laboratory is equipped with a Servo-

hydraulic testing machine (MTS) with static and dynamic testing capabilities, a 4x4 m

biaxial testing frame combined with strong floor, fully computerized data acquisition

systems, torsion testing machine, concrete compression/rebar tension testing machine

with automated data acquisition, system of flat jacks, pull-off concrete testing

apparatus, ultrasonic testing system, rebar locator and concrete cover measurements

apparatus, hardness testing apparatus, fresh concrete penetration resistance apparatus,

concrete Schmidt hammer, endoscope, infrared camera, digital strain-gauge apparatus,

LVDTs, dial gauges, concrete and mortar technology equipment (curing bath, mixer,

moulds, etc.), freeze-thaw apparatus, controlled temperature-moisture room, resin

mixer, carbon fibers applicator device etc.

A large number of conventional and specialised equipment is available at the

Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory, with the following capabilities : Laboratory

soils testing (gradation, Atterberg limits, permeability, consolidation, compaction,

CBR, unconfined compression, direct shear, triaxial compression). Laboratory rock

testing (point load, unconfined and triaxial compression). Large direct shear (30 cm x

30 cm box). Dynamic soil properties (resonant column, cyclic triaxial). Geosynthetics

testing (physical, hydraulic, mechanical, time dependent properties). In-situ dynamic

soil properties (crosshole, downhole, SASW). Field instrumentation (inclinometer,

tiltmeter, pore pressure measurement)

The Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory is equipped with a flume 8 m long, 0.30 m

wide and 0.40 m deep and a smaller one 4.85 m long with a cross-section 0.075 m

wide by 0.15 m deep. Also a number of apparati are available for specialized topics

such as hydraulic transients in conduit flow, surge tanks, purup behaviour,

precipitation and overland flow, through porous media (Hele-Shaw model), etc. In

addition, instrumentation is available for field studies (velocity measurements in

streams, dye concentration measurements, pumping tests).

The Surveying Laboratory is equipped with conventional and electronic geodetic

instruments, Single and double frequency GPS receivers, Pentium computers and

peripherals, Software for input, reduction and drafting of geodetic data and for image

processing

The Laboratory for Architectural Technology and Spatial Planning has available a

number of workstations in an intranet, digitisers, plotters, facilities for training and

visualisation of computer applications in planning and CAD and a dedicated library

on city and regional planning and GIS.

The Environmental Engineering Laboratory is equipped with standard laboratory and

field instrumentation and samplers, numerous pilot plant units, major analytical-

research equipment including microscopes and stereoscopes, Coulter particle counter,

atomic absorption spectrophotometer with graphite furnace, total organic carbon

analyzer, HPLC ion chromatograph, gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, a

movable air quality analysis station with Hi-Vol air samples, particulate (TSP, PM10)

and gaseous (SO2, Nox, O3) pollutant analyzers and recorders, numerous computers


with dedicated software, and has an extensive environmental engineering library.

The Laboratory of Transportation Works has available equipment for testing

pavement materials and a computer lab with software for highway design and project

management.

The Transport and Traffic Engineering Study Unit is equipped with traffic counters,

PC units and software programs in traffic engineering and transport planning.

PROGRAMME PLAN

In the following table the four numerals following each course code number indicate

lecture hours, laboratory hours and number of ECTS credits respectively.

Abbreviation used in the table, are: Lec, lectures (h/w) and Lab, Laboratory (h/w).

During the fifth year of studies the students have to carry out a research project of two

semesters duration (IX and X semester) and finally submit a Diploma Thesis. To this

research work (Diploma Work, in Greek), which is done under the supervision of a

faculty member, 36 ECTS credit units are assigned. In addition, the students have to

opt for a number of courses equivalent to 24 ECTS credit units from the IX and X

semester list of elective courses.


COURSE SUMMARY TABLE

FIRST YEAR

SEMESTER I

ECTS

Course Code

Title Hours/week ECTS

credits Lec Lab

CIV-E204 Computer Programming and

Applications

3 2 4

CIV-E101 Applied Mathematics I 4 2 6

CIV-E102 Physics 4 0 4

CIV-E103 Chemistry 3 0 4

CIV-E105 Engineering Mechanics - Statics 4 0 6

CIV-E106 Technical Drawing 1 3 3

CIV-E107 Foreign Language 3 0 3

Total: 30

SEMESTER II

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E201 Applied Mathematics II 4 1 6

CIV-E202 Probability and Statistics 3 1 4

CIV-E203 Dynamics and Vibrations 4 0 6

CIV-E205 Geology for Civil Engineers 2 2 4

CIV-E305 Engineering Economics 3 0 4

CIV-E406 Computer Aided Design 2 2 3

CIV-E307 Foreign Language & Technical

Terminology I

3 0 3

Total: 30

SECOND YEAR

SEMESTER III

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E301 Applied Mathematics III 4 1 5

CIV-E302 Numerical Methods 3 2 5

CIV-E303 Introduction to Mechanics of Materials 4 2 6

CIV-E304 Geothetic Measurements 2 4 6

CIV-E306 Construction Technology I 4 0 5

CIV-E407 Foreign Language & Technical

Terminology II

3 0 3

Total: 30


SEMESTER IV

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E401 Mechanics of Materials 4 2 6

CIV-E402 Structural Materials 4 2 6

CIV-E403 Fluid Mechanics 4 0 5

CIV-E404 Geodesy 2 4+2 6

CIV-E405 Construction Technology II 4 0 5

CIV-E408 Ecology for Civil Engineers 2 0 2

Total: 30

THIRD YEAR

SEMESTER V

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E501 Analysis of Frame Structures 4 0 5

CIV-E502 Hydraulics 4 2 5

CIV-E503 Soil Mechanics I 4 2 5

CIV-E507 Construction Project Management 3 0 5

CIV-E505 Traffic Engineering 4 0 5

CIV-E506 Water Quality 4 2 5

Total: 30

SEMESTER VI

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E601 Matrix Analysis of Frame Structures 4 1 5

CIV-E602 Hydrology 4 0 5

CIV-E603 Soil Mechanics II 4 0 5

CIV-E604 Design of Reinforced Concrete Linear

Elements

4 0 5

CIV-E605 Wastewater Treatment 4 2 5

CIV-E606 Design of Steel Structural Components 4 0 5

Total: 30


FOURTH YEAR

SEMESTER VII

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E701 Computer Aided Structural Analysis 4 1 5

CIV-E702 Elements of Hydraulic Engineering 4 2 5

CIV-E703 Design of Reinforced Concrete Plane

Elements

4 0 5

CIV-E704 Design of Steel Structures 4 0 5

CIV-E705 Highway Engineering 4 0 5

CIV-E706 Foundation Engineering 4 0 5

Total: 30

SEMESTER VIII

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E801 Structural Dynamics 4 0 6

CIV-E802 Water Supply and Sewerage 4 0 5

CIV-E803 Design of Reinforced Concrete

Structures

5 0 6

CIV-E804 Pavement Design and Construction 4 0 5

Elective course 3 0 4


Total: 30

ELECTIVE COURSES OF SEMESTER VIII

Students select two (2) courses from the following list:

DIVISION “A”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E811 Design of Prestressed Concrete

Structures

3 0 4

CIV-E812 Structural Masonry 3 0 4

CIV-E813 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3 0 4

CIV-E915 Plastic Design of Structures 3 0 4

DIVISION “B”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E821 Soil Dynamics 3 0 4

CIV-E822 Introduction to Computational

Geotechnical Engineering

3 0 4

CIV-E823 Harbour Works Analysis and Design 3 0 4

CIV-E824 Computational Hydraulics 3 0 4


DIVISION “C”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E933 Transportation Infrastructure

Management

3 0 4

CIV-E832 Air Pollution 3 0 4

CIV-E833 Transportation Systems Analysis and

Design Η

3 0 4

CIV-E036 Restoration of Monuments and Sites 3 0 4

FIFTH YEAR

SEMESTER IX

ECTS

Course Code

Title Hours/week T

U

ECTS

credits Lec Lab

Elective course 3 0 3 4




CIV-E938 Diploma Thesis 13 14

Total: 30

ELECTIVE COURSES OF SEMESTER IX


DIVISION “Α”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E912 Earthquake Engineering and Earthquake

Resistant Structures

3 0 4

CIV-E913 Composites Structures 3 0 4

CIV-E914 Design and Redesign of Masonry

Structures

3 0 4

CIV-E814 Stability of Structures 3 0 4

CIV-E916 Repair and Strengthening of Reinforced

Concrete Structures

3 0 4

CIV-E918 Design of Special Concrete Structures 3 0 4

CIV-E919 Special Topics on Structural

Engineering I

3 0 4

CIV-E831 Principles of Construction Management 3 0 4


DIVISION “Β”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E942 Laboratory Topics in Hydraulic

Engineering

3 0 4

CIV-E922 Groundwater 3 0 4

CIV-E923 Water Resources Management 3 0 4

CIV-E924 Coastal Hydraulics 3 0 4

CIV-E921 Introduction to Rock Mechanics 3 0 4

CIV-E926 Geodetic Applications 3 0 4

CIV-E927 Geotechnical Investigation Methods 3 0 4

CIV-E928 Wastewater Disposal 3 0 4


DIVISION “C”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E928 Wastewater Disposal 3 0 4

CIV-E931 Environmental Impact Assessment

Studies of Technical Works

3 0 4

CIV-E932 Design of Environment Protection Works 3 0 4

CIV-E941 Environmental Measurements 3 0 4


CIV-E934 Urban Traffic Design 3 0 4

CIV-E936 Advanced Transportation Systems 3 0 4


Design ΗΗ

3 0 4

CIV-E939 Intelligent Transportation Systems 3 0 4

CIV-E935 Building Science 3 0 4

CIV-E926 Geodetic Applications 3 0 4

SEMESTER X

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab



CIV-E037 Diploma Thesis 22

Total: 30


ELECTIVE COURSES OF SEMESTER X


DIVISION “Α”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E812 Structural Masonry 3 0 4

CIV-E811 Design of Prestressed Concrete

Structures

3 0 4

CIV-E915 Plastic Design of Structures 3 0 4

CIV-E011 Theory of Plates and Shells 3 0 4

CIV-E038 Timber Structures 3 0 4

CIV-E039 Materials and Design of Precast

Elements

3 0 4

CIV-E014 Nonlinear Structural Analysis 3 0 4

CIV-E813 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3 0 4

CIV-E013 Special Topics on Structural

Engineering II

3 0 4

CIV-E040 Construction Machinery 3 0 4

DIVISION “Β”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab

CIV-E824 Computational Hydraulics 3 0 4

CIV-E021 Hydrodynamics of Bays and Reservoirs 3 0 4


CIV-E821 Soil Dynamics 3 0 4

CIV-E822 Introduction to Computational

Geotechnical Engineering

3 0 4

CIV-E022 Topics on Soil Improvement and

Reinforcement

3 0 4




DIVISION “C”

ECTS

Course Code


credits Lec Lab


CIV-E031 Simulation of Water and Wastewater

Treatment Plants

3 0 4

CIV-E032 Solid Waste Management 3 0 4

CIV-E033 Special Topics in Environmental

Engineering

3 0 4


Design Η

3 0 4

CIV-E034 Airports and Air Transport 3 0 4

CIV-E933 Transportation Infrastructure

Management

3 0 4


CIV-E036 Restoration of Monuments and Sites

3 0 4



COMPULSORY COURSES

SEMESTER I

Course title Computer Programming and Applications

Course code CIV-E204

Type of course Compulsory

Lectures: 3 hours / week

Laboratory: 2 hours / week

Level of course Undergraduate

Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Lectures:

Vassilios S. Kalantonis, Lecturer, Department of

Engineering Sciences

Laboratory:

Vassilios S. Kalantonis, Lecturer, Department of

Engineering Sciences and

Polykarpos K. Papadopoulos, Lecturer, Department of

Engineering Sciences

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student will be able to:

1. Know a concise description of the PC structure.

2. Know the environment of Visual FORTRAN and

the vocabulary (characters and numerics) and

syntax of the FORTRAN programming language.

3. Know the commands for: input-output, control flow

and iterative procedures of the FORTRAN

programming language.

4. Know how to use arrays and navigate through files

using the FORTRAN programming language.

5. Know the meaning and usefulness of the

procedures (subprograms) of the FORTRAN

programming language and to construct complex

programs.

6. Know how to construct module subprograms.

7. Know the basic elements of the MATLAB software

package.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further

developed the following skills:

1. Ability to construct flow charts (or pseudocodes)

and convert them to FORTRAN programs.

2. Ability to construct a FORTRAN program using

subprograms.

3. Ability to use existing subroutines and functions

from known libraries and construct new ones.

4. Ability to solve mathematical problems and simple

civil engineering problems using a PC.


Prerequisites None

Course contents 1. Introduction to the FORTRAN programming

language, definitions and characteristics.

2. Vocabulary, methodology, flowchart.

3. Commands, numerical operations and build-in

functions.

4. Visual FORTRAN compiler.

5. Commands for: (a) read-write, (b) flow control and

logic, (c) iterative procedures, (d) use of arrays, (e)

use of files, (f) subroutines and functions.

6. Sample mathematical programs and simple

programs for civil engineering.

7. Introduction to the MATLAB software package.

Recommended reading 1. A. Karakos, FORTRAN 77/90/95 & FORTRAN

2003, Kleidarithmos, Athens, 2007 (in Greek).

2. N. Karabetakis, Introduction to FORTRAN 90/95,

Ziti, Thessaloniki, 2002 (in Greek).

3. D. Mataras and F. Koutelieris, Programming with

FORTRAN 90/95 for Scientists and Engineers,

Jiolas, Thessaloniki, 2008 (in Greek).

4. Stephen J. Chapman, FORTRAN 95/2003 for

Scientists and Engineers, 3d edition, McGraw-Hill,

2007.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures (on blackboard and using PC image

projecting), Laboratory

Assessment and grading

methods

Written exam (60% of the final grade),

Laboratory grade (40% of the final grade).

Language of instruction Greek


Course title Applied Mathematics Η



Lectures (4 hours/week)

Laboratory (2 hours/week)


Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 6


Perdiou E. Aggeliki, Lecturer

Laboratory:

Papadakis E. Konstantinos, Professor

Perdiou E. Aggeliki, Lecturer

Learning outcomes To give the student in civil engineering the knowledge

of advanced applied engineering mathematics that

he/she needs in his/her science in the areas of

differential and integral calculus of one variable and of

several variables, of linear algebra and of vector

analysis. This knowledge is necessary and is used in

many subsequent specialization courses in civil

engineering. This knowledge is also useful in the two

subsequent courses Applied Mathematics II and III of

the 2nd and 3rd semesters respectively.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have

developed the following skills/ competences:

1. To be able to efficiently use the differential and

integral calculus, linear algebra and vector

analysis in the subsequent courses in his/her

studies in civil engineering as well as in related

problems of civil engineering.

2. To be able to mathematically formulate problems

of civil engineering which make use of the above

mathematical areas.

3. To be able to efficiently use the computer and

computer algebra software in mathematics and

civil engineering applications.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. However the

students should already have a satisfactory knowledge

of algebra, vectors, analytic geometry, derivatives and

integrals.

Course contents 1. Differential calculus of functions of a single

variable

2. Integral calculus of functions of a single

variable

3. Matrices and systems of linear equations

4. Vector calculus

5. Differential calculus of functions of several

variables


6. Integral calculus of functions of several

variables

7. Teaching of a computer algebra system in the

computing centre

Recommended reading 1. Markellos, V. V., “Applied Mathematics, Vol.

I: Derivative, Integral, Sequences – Series”.

Symmetria Editions, Athens, 2006 (in Greek).

2. Markellos, V. V., “Applied Mathematics, Vol.

II: Linear Algebra, Differential Equations”.


3. Hatzikonstantinou, P. M., “Mathematical

Methods for Engineers and Scientists: Calculus

of Functions of Several Variables and Vector

Analysis”. Symmetria Editions, Athens, 2009

(in Greek).

4. Finney, R. L., Weir, M. D. and Giordano, F.

R., “Thomas‟ Calculus”, Vols. Η and ΗΗ.

University Editions of Crete, 2009 (Greek

translation of the 10th English edition).

5. Papadakis, K. E., “Introduction to

Mathematica”, 3rd edition. Tziolas Editions,

Thessaloniki, 2010 (in Greek).

Teaching and learning methods 1. Teaching (4 hours/week): lectures using the

blackboard concerning the theory, exercises

and civil engineering applications.

2. Laboratory (1 hour/week in the computing

center): practice in the course contents through

applications by using the computer mainly in

symbolic computations.

3. Solution of exercises (by hand and by using the

computer) individually by each student.


methods

1. Final written examination.

2. Laboratory examination.



Course title Physics




Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Panagiotis Lianos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course, the student acquires

fundamental knowledge of Physics in the following

fields:

1. Thermal properties of materials

2. Heat conduction laws

3. 1st and 2

nd Law of Thermodynamics

4. Elementary knowledge on thermal engines

5. Wave mechanics and Sound

6. Electric currents

7. Alternating currents

8. Elementary Electromagnetism

9. Circuits of Direct and Alternating currents

In addition, knowledge is acquired on the basic

principles of movement of point masses.

Competences At the end of this course the students acquire the

following skills:

1. They can use Calculus to solve problems in

Physics

2. They can employ basic knowledge from Error

theory and they can express in a satisfactory

manner a measurable physical quantity, the

accuracy of the measurement and the

measurement error.

3. They know techniques to make a diagram

describing the evolution of a physical

phenomenon, or representing several

measurements of physical quantities and they

know elementary techniques of data analysis.

4. They understand the function of a thermal

engine

5. They understand the properties of waves, of the

sound and of the musical instruments.

6. They can construct and analyze an electric

circuit, etc.

Prerequisites No prerequisites other than High School knowledge in

Physics

Course contents 1. Basic knowledge of calculus necessary for

teaching Classic Physics

2. Thermal properties of materials. Thermal

expansion. Heating and Cooling. Calorimetry.

3. Heat conduction laws. Heat conduction.

Coefficient of heat conduction. Heat conductors


and insulators.

4. 1st and 2

nd Law of Thermodynamics. Properties

of ideal and real gases. Thermal processes.

Reversible and non reversible processes. Carnot

cycle. Entropy.

5. Elementary knowledge on thermal engines.

Internal and external combustion. Otto and Diesel

motors.

6. Wave mechanics and Sound. Properties of waves.

Transmission of waves. Production and

transmission of sound. Interference of waves.

Standing waves-Resonance. Explanation of

various natural phenomena. Earthquakes, Sound,

Light.

7. Electric currents, parts of a circuit. Capacitor,

resistor, coil.

8. Alternating currents. Impedance.

9. Basics of Electromagnetism. Emission and

Receiving of Radiation.

10. Circuits of Direct and Alternating Currents.

Study of elementary circuits.

Recommended reading 1. Fundamental University Physics, P.Lianos,

SYMMETRIA Editions, Athens 2008.

2. Physics OHANIAN, Vol. A and B. Translated

by A.Filippas, SYMMETRIA Editions, Athens

1991.

Teaching and learning methods 1. Lectures on the Blackboard

2. Lectures by digital projection

3. Exercises with the active participation of

students

4. Quizzes


methods

Written examination in the middle and at the end of

the semester

Language of instruction Greek with reference to international terminology.

Digital projection is frequently in English


Course title Chemistry




Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 4

Name of Lecturer Stylianos Tsonis, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to:

1. Understand the basic chemistry of the different

materials.

2. Know the properties and applications of plastics.

3. Know the processes for the production of cement

and understand the hydration of cement.

4. Know the production and properties of lime and

gypsum.

5. Understand the corrosion and corrosion protection

of metals.

6. Understand the chemistry of solutions and water.

7. Understand the mechanism of photochemical

atmospheric pollution.

Competences At the end of the course the student will have further

developed the following skills/ competencies.

1. Ability to understand the properties of different

materials.

2. Ability to understand the problem of metals

corrosion

3. Ability to understand the chemical interactions in

environmental systems.

Prerequisites There are not prerequisite courses.

Course contents 1. Electronic configuration of atoms (electrons,

nucleus, radioactivity)

2. The chemical bond

3. Elements of inorganic and organic chemistry

4. Elements of physical chemistry (thermochemistry)

5. Plastic materials (moral mass, polymerization

reactions, properties)

6. Cement

7. Lime

8. Gypsum

9. Metals and corrosion of metals

10. Aquatic chemistry

11. Soil chemistry

12. Photochemical atmospheric pollution

Recommended reading 1. P. Akrivos (2004). Elements of General

Chemistry, ZHTH Publications, Thessaloniki.

2. Pneumatikos G., Mitsopoulou C. and Methenitis

K. (2006). Basic Princilpes of Inorganic

Chemistry, Stamouli Publications, Athens.

3. S. Tsonis (2009). Chemistry for Civil Engineers,


University of Patras, Patras.

Teaching and learnig methods Lectures in class

Assessement and grading

methods

Written examination



Course title Engineering Mechanics - Statics




Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Apostolos S. Papageorgiou, Professor

Learning outcomes The students should familiarize themselves with

fundamental concepts of Mechanics, including:

Elements of Vector Algebra;

Principles of Statics of Rigid (Non-

deformable) Bodies.

Competences After completing the course the students should be

able to:

analyze any statically determinate structure;

draw internal action diagrams for any statically

determinate beam or frame.

Prerequisites Elements of Freshman Calculus (attended by the

students concurrently)

Course contents Elements of vector algebra [Systems of Reference

– Cartesian; Addition and Subtraction of Vectors;

Vector Products: Scalar & Vector Products; Triple

Scalar Product and Triple Vector Product;

Linearly dependent vectors].

Definition of force and moment vectors [Moment

w.r.t. a point and w.r.t. an axis; couple of forces].

Basic principles of statics.

Equipollent sets of forces; reduction of sets of

forces.

Distributed force sets; center of mass; centroid;

Pappus Theorems.

Conditions of static equilibrium of rigid

(undeformable) bodies.

Analysis of statically determinate trusses, beams

and frames (including three-joint structures and

Gerber beams).

Determination of bending moment, shear force

and axial force diagrams.

Depending on time availability:

Flexible Cables

Recommended reading Vector Mechanics for Engineers: STATICS (7th

Edition; 2010) by F.P. Beer, E.R. Johnston Jr.

and E.R. Eisenberg (translated in Greek;

ΔΚΓΟΣΔΗΣ ΤΕΗΟΛΑ).

«Μεταληθή ηοσ Απαρακόρθωηοσ Σηερεού –

ΣΤΑΤΗΚΖ» by Π. Α. Βοσζούλες

Teaching and learning methods Lectures are given using the blackboard.

Lectures (4h/w) are supplemented by 2-hour weekly


recitations.


methods

Final Exam (100% of the final grade)



Course title Technical Drawing




Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) Sotiropoulos Panagiotis, Lecturer

Learning outcomes By the end of this course the student will

1. be aware of elements of theory of projective

design for the graphic rendition of an object in

the space.

2. be aware of elements of pictorial geometry and

especially of the theory of the right projections

for the creation of facets.

3. be knowledgeable about the technique of using

design instruments and materials.

4. know the metric and graphic design scales.

5. know the rules of dimensioning.

6. know the technique of making a design.

7. know the basic construction materials and the

way to reproduce them in a technical design

on different scales.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have

further developed the following competences.

1. Ability for the right and effective use of linear

design instruments and materials.

2. Ability to apply the basic geometrical

constructions on the linear design.

3. His/her visual perception for designing facets,

plans and sections.

4. Selection and application of the appropriate

design scales.

5. Ability to choose the appropriate scale for

dimensioning the design.

6. Turn to advantage this knowledge for

designing complete facets, plans and sections

on different scales.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses.

Course contents Drawings as a way of expression and communication.

Introduction to the basic techniques and means of

drawing. Elements of visual geometry. Projections.

Parallel projections- Axial projections. Organization

of design, standardization, symbolisms, dimensions.

Creation of facets, plans and sections. Blueprints.

Complex applications of Building blueprint.

Recommended reading 1. E. Sotiropoulos, The Geometric technical design.

Publications istor 1979.

2. Strati Douka, Architectural design. Publications

Evgenidou Foundation1997.


3. G. Plaka, Design Encyclopaedia. Publications Plaka

2009.

Teaching and learning methods The workshop are being held in groups at the

drawing-room of the Civil Engineering Department.

The lecture is presented on a board. There is personal

workshop exercise for each student.


methods

Written examination 60% of the final mark and 40%

of the final mark from the total of workshop exercises.

The 40% is taken into account only if the student

secures the grade 5 at the final examination.



Course title Foreign Language


Type of course Required-Students however must select among foreign

languages being offered.


Year of study First

Semester First

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) English: S. Atmatzidi, Foreign Language Teaching

Unit, EEDIP

Learning outcomes Upon course completion students will have:

1. Reviewed the grammar and structure of

English.

2. Improved their reading skills in English.

3. Improved their listening/comprehnsion skills.

4. Improved their speaking/pronunciation skills.

5. Improved their writing skills.

6. Aquired a basic Civil Engineering teminology

in English.

Competences Having completed the course students will be able to:

1. Use the English language grammatically and

structurally correct.

2. Read general and basic scientific material in

English.

3. Understand simple scientific talks or lectures

conducted in English.

4. Communicate/Converse in Scientific English

settings using basic Scientific English.

5. Write-up simple scientific reports, passages,

etc., in English.

6. Define and translate into Greek basic Civil

Engineering Terminology.

Prerequisites None-Upper intermediate proficiency at all levels of

the English language is required.

Course contents 1. Revision of the entire grammar and structure of

English.

2. Pronunciation/Speaking-Listen & fill-in,

pronounce troublesome pairs, homophones.

3. Reading-Short scientific passages, user

manuals.

4. Wtiting-Simple paragraph, Lab reports.

5. Introduction to Technical/Scientific English-

Numbers symbols, mathematical expressions,

basic tools, construction materials, shapes,

instruments, object descriptions, everyday

English vs technical English.

6. Introduction to basic terminology for Civil

Engineering in English.

Recommended reading 1. "English Grammar & Structure Review-A Smooth


Transition to English for Civil Engineering". M.

Stamison-Atmatzidi. University of Patra Publications.

2. "Scientific English Structure & Style-

Contextualized for Civil Engineering". M. Stamison-

Atmatzidi. Klidarithmos Publications. 1997, 2003.

3. "Getting Familiar With Technical English". E.

Kolethra. New Technologies Publications. 2002.

Teaching and learning methods In-class textbook exercise work covering all linguistic

aspects of the English Language-Grammar, Structure,

Style. In-class textbook listening/dictation type

exercise work-to enhance Listening, Comprehension,

Speaking, & Pronunciation. In-class textbook writing

activities for development of writing skills, In-class

textbook plus use of Internet-based technical

vocabulary dictionaries, for coverage of basic

Scientific Terminology.


methods

Final written examination 90%. Class participation

10%.

Language of instruction English 80%, Greek 20%*

*(Can be 100% English in case of multi-lingual

native-language student populations).


SEMESTER II

Course title Applied Mathematics ΗΗ

of the Department of Civil Engineering




Laboratory (1 hour/week)


Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 6


Nikolaos I. Ioakimidis, Professor

Laboratory:

Eugenia N. Petropoulou, Assistant Professor

and Nikolaos I. Ioakimidis, Professor



he/she needs in his/her science in the areas of ordinary

differential equations, Laplace and Fourier transforms

and Fourier series with their application to the solution

of ordinary differential equations. This knowledge is

necessary and is used in many subsequent

specialization courses in civil engineering. This

knowledge is also useful in the subsequent course

Applied Mathematics III of the 3rd semester.


developed the following skills/competences:

1. To be able to efficiently use ordinary differential

equations, Laplace and Fourier transforms and

Fourier series in the subsequent courses in his/her



2. To be able to mathematically formulate problems

of civil engineering which are reducible to

ordinary differential equations.


computer algebra software in ordinary differential

equations and in related civil engineering

applications.



of differential and integral calculus as well as of linear

algebra.

Course contents Ordinary differential equations:

1. Examples for the civil engineer.

2. First-order differential equations.

3. Linear differential equations.


4. Boundary value problems and eigenvalue

problems.

5. The method of Laplace transform.

6. Systems of differential equations.

7. The power-series method.

8. Legendre polynomials and Bessel functions.

9. The methods of Fourier series and Fourier

transform.

10. Approximate and numerical methods.

11. Applications to civil engineering mainly to

Mechanics of Materials, Dynamics of

Structures, Foundations, Fluid Mechanics and

Environmental Hydraulics.

Recommended reading 1. Ioakimidis, N. I., “Applied Mathematics II for

Civil Engineers”, Part 1: “Applied Ordinary

Differential Equations for Civil Engineers”, Part

2: “Applied Exercises and Notebooks for Civil

Engineers” and Part 3: “Useful Mathematica

Commands for Civil Engineers”. Gotsis Editions,

Patras, 2008 (in Greek).

2. Hatzikonstantinou, P. M., “Mathematical Methods

for Engineers and Scientists: Ordinary

Differential Equations, Laplace and Fourier

Transforms”. Symmetria Editions, Athens, 2009

(in Greek).

3. Markellos, V. V., “Applied Mathematics”, Vol. II:

“Linear Algebra, Differential Equations”.


4. Papadakis, K. E., “Introduction to Mathematica”,

3rd edition. Tziolas Editions, Thessaloniki, 2010

(in Greek).


blackboard concerning the theory, exercises and




civil engineering applications by using the

computer mainly in symbolic computations.

3. Solution of applied exercises (by hand and by

using the computer) individually by each student.


methods

1. Final written examination (70%).

2. Laboratory examination (30%).



Course title Probability & Statistics




Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Ioannis A. Koutrouvelis, Professor

Learning outcomes After the completion of this course the student will be

able to

1. Know the basic laws of probability and the

commonly used functions and parameters

describing probability distributions.

2. Apply useful models of discrete and continuous

distributions for the calculation of probabilities in

engineering problems.

3. Perform exploratory data analysis with the help of

graphical tools and descriptive statistical measures.

4. Find estimates and test hypotheses for population

parameters by using appropriate sampling

distributions.

5. Use regression and correlation analysis in order to

measure the degree of linear association between

two variables and predict the value of one them

based on the observation of the other.

Competences In addition, after the completion of this course the

student will have the following competences

1. Competence to choose and apply appropriate

models of discrete and continuous distributions for

finding probabilities, percentiles and return

periods.

2. Competence to analyze data by using the tools of

descriptive statistics.

3. Competence to use appropriate sample measures

for the calculation of confidence intervals for

means, variances and proportions.

4. Competence to apply the methodology of

statistical hypothesis testing in order to reach a

decision.

5. Competence to use Monte Carlo simulation and

the Minitab statistical package in order to find

probabilities or apply statistical methods.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course. The students

must have at least basic knowledge of differential and

integral calculus.

Course contents 1. The importance of probability and statistics in

engineering problems

Objects of probability and statistics, the role of

probability in statistics, examples of application in


problems of the Civil Engineer.

2. Probability theory, random variables and

distribution characteristics

Sample space and events, axiomatic foundation, basic

notions of combinatorial theory, conditional

probability, probability, probability density and

distribution functions, marginal and conditional

distributions, mean, moments of higher order,

covariance and correlation, Chebyshev‟s inequality,

use of Monte Carlo simulation.

3. Useful distribution models

Discrete distributions (binomial, hypergeometric,

geometric, negative binomial, the Poisson distribution

and the Poisson process), continuous distributions

(normal, lognormal, uniform, exponential, gamma,

Weibull).

4. Descriptive statistics

Arithmetic measures, graphical methods of

exploratory data analysis, use of the Minitab package.

5. Sampling distributions and estimation

Normal population theory, central limit theorem, the t,

chi-square and F distributions, problems of

measurements theory, confidence intervals for means,

variances and proportions with one and two samples,

use of the Minitab package.

6. Tests of hypotheses

Errors, characteristic curve and power of a test of

hypotheses, tests for means, variances and proportions

with one and two samples, tests of significance,

relationship between tests and confidence intervals,

use of the Minitab package.

7. Simple linear regression and correlation

Model assumptions, the least squares method,

coefficient of determination, tests, estimation and

prediction in the simple linear model, correlation

analysis of two variables, use of the Minitab package.

Recommended reading 1. «Δθαρκοζκέλες Πηζαλόηεηες», Η.Α.

Κοσηροσβέιες, Δθδόζεης Σσκκεηρία, 1999.

2. «Σηαηηζηηθές Μέζοδοη», Η.Α. Κοσηροσβέιες,

Δθδόζεης Σσκκεηρία, 1999.

3. «Probability and Statistics», M.R. Spiegel,

McGraw-Hill, 1975.

4. “Probability Concepts in Engineering Planning

and Design”, Vol. 1, J Wiley & Sons, Inc. 1975.

5. “Applied Probability and Statistical Methods”,

G. C. Canavos, Little Brown & Company, 1984.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, problem solving, statistical laboratory with


the use the Minitab package.


methods

Written exam (75% of final grade) and reports on the

laboratory exercises (25% of final grade)



Course title Dynamics and Vibrations




Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Dimitris L. Karabalis

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be

capable to:

1. Recognize the motion of a body (particle or

rigid body) and describe it using the proper

vector functions.

2. Use Newton‟s 2nd

law in its various forms.

3. Combine the equations of kinematics and

kinetics to the complete solution of selected

problems in dynamics.

4. Compute the dynamic characteristics (mass,

damping, stiffness, eigenfrequency,

eigenvector, etc.) of single and two degree-

of-freedom systems.

5. Compute the response of single degree-of-

freedom to arbitrary excitations.

Competences In addition, at the end of this course the student

should feel competent to:

1. Describe and compute certain motions of

particles and rigid bodies.

2. Recognize the influence of various factors

on the dynamic characteristics of single

and two degrees-of-freedom vibrating

systems.

3. Compute the influence of various dynamic

excitations on the response of single

degree-of-freedom vibrating systems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites. The students should

have acquired basic knowledge from previous

courses on Statics and Applied Mechanics I.

Course contents 1. Introduction – Vector functions.

2. Kinematics of particles – coordinate systems

Kinetics of particles – Newton‟s 2nd

law –

work, energy and energy methods.

3. Kinematics of rigid bodies – angular velocity

and acceleration – instantaneous center of

rotation.

Kinetics of rigid bodies – generalization of

Newton‟s law.

4. Introduction to vibrations – concepts of mass,

damping and stiffness.

5. Single degree-of-freedom system – free

vibrations – forced vibrations – Duhamel‟s


integral.

6. Introduction to the two degree-of-freedom

system – concept of eigevalue and

eigenvector.

Recommended reading J.L. Meriam „Dynamics‟, Fountas Editions

(Greek translation)

F.P. Beer, E.R. Johnston, Jr., D.F. Mazurek, P.J.

Cornwell and E.R. Eisenberg „Vector Mechanics

for Engineers – Statics and Dynamics‟ (9th

edition) McGraw Hill, 2010.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in class (blackboard and powerpoint).

Recitations for problem solving. Homework

assignments.


methods

Final examination (100% grade)



Course title Geology for Civil Engineers




Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) D.K. Atmatzidis, Professor

Learning outcomes Proposal expected by the lecturer

Competences Proposal expected by the lecturer

Prerequisites Proposal expected by the lecturer

Course contents Creation and structure of the earth. The theory of plate

tectonics. Geological cycle. Crystals, minerals and

rocks. Folds, faults and joints. Evolution of the earth.

Geological time scale. Weathering, mass movements

and landforms. Groundwater. Geology of Greece.

Geological maps. Influence of geological factors in

civil engineering. Engineering characteristics of soils,

rocks and discontinuities. Rock identification

laboratory and design of geological sections.

Recommended reading Proposal expected by the lecturer

Teaching and learning methods Proposal expected by the lecturer


methods

Proposal expected by the lecturer



Course title Engineering Economics




Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Athanasios P. Chassiakos, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should be able to:

1. Know basic economic principles for the

evaluation of investment plans.

2. Apply methods for economic evaluation of

investment plans.

3. Apply methods for economic evaluation of

public projects.

4. Understand basic principles and perform basic

accounting and financial analyses.

5. Make economically optimal design decisions.



1. Ability to apply different methods for

economic evaluation of investment plans.

2. Ability to perform optimal replacement

analyses.

3. Ability to determine and quantitatively assess

the benefits of public projects.

4. Ability to prioritize independent

proposals/projects.

5. Ability to perform sensitivity analyses.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites.

Course contents 1. Introduction to engineering economics.

2. Time value of money. Discounted cash flow

calculations, cash flow diagrams.

3. Present worth (value) analysis, equivalent annual

worth analysis, rate-of-return analysis, payback

comparison method.

4. Evaluation of mutually exclusive proposals,

evaluation of independent proposals

5. Replacement analysis, economic life of assets.

6. Financial analysis, capital cost, capital rationing.

7. Accounting and depreciation, income tax

considerations.

8. Effect of inflation.

9. Analysis of public projects, benefit-cost analysis,

feasibility studies.

10. Sensitivity analysis of economic proposals

11. Breakeven analysis, production cost functions,

cost optimization.

12. Software application: spreadsheet financial

functions.


Recommended reading 1. “Systemic Methodology and Engineering

Economics”, D. Panagiotakopoulos, Zigos editions,

2005 (in Greek).

2. “Contemporary Engineering Economics”, C.

Park, 2nd

edition, Addison-Wesley, 1997.

3. “Engineering Economics”, J. Riggs, D.

Bedworth and S. Randhawa, 4nd

edition, McGraw-

Hill, 1996.

4. “Engineering Economy”, G. Thuesen and W.

Fabrycky, 8th

edition, Prentice Hall International,

1993.

Teaching and learning methods Class lectures, software presentation, problem solving

by students in class, homework assignments.


methods

Mid-term written exams, final written exam.

Homework is additionally taken into account.



Course title Computer Aided Design




Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 3

Name of lecturer(s) Sotiropoulos Panagiotis, Lecturer

Learning outcomes By the end of the course the student will be able to

1. use the basic drawing and processing

instructions in the right way.

2. create layers.

3. use colors for the better organization of his/her

designs.

4. create facets, plans and sections.

5. add markings and infillings to various objects

of the design.

6. insert dimensions in a design.

7. print designs to scale with various profiles.

Competences By the end of this course the student will have further

developed these competences.

1. Organizing and use the appropriate instruction

for creating a new design.

2. Creating for each case the most appropriate

drawing strategy.

3. Use of advanced AutoCAD‟s functions.

4. Understanding the basic drawing principles in

three dimensions.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. Students must at

least have basic knowledge of the course “Drawing

Techniques

Course contents Introduction to AutoCAD. Basic instructions.

Preparation of designs. Drawing strategies. design

organization in layers. Block. Markings and infillings.

Drawing of facets, plans and sections. Details‟

designs. Dimensioning of designs. Text in the design.

External reports – Topographical Survey drawing

elements. Instructions for printing designs. Printing

designs. Introduction to 3D design and photorealism.

Recommended reading 1. George Omura, AutoCAD “Complete manual”,

M. Giourdas Publications, 2005.

2. David Frey, “AutoCAD Step by Step”, M.

Giourdas Publications, 2006.

3. George Omura, Auto CAD 2008, M.

Giourdas,2008.

1. G. Kappos, Auto CAD 2008, Publication

Klidarithmos, 2007.

Teaching and learning methods The course is being held in groups at the computer

center of the Civil Engineering Department and each

student has a computer. The lecture is presented on a


board, with simultaneous overhead projection of the

unity-exercise. There is personal workshop exercise

for each student.


methods

Written examination 60% of the final mark and 40%

of the final mark from the total of workshop exercises.

The 40% is taken into account only if the student

secures the grade 5 at the final examination.

Language of instruction Greek.


Course title Foreign Language & Technical Terminology I


Type of course Required-Student selects a foreign language from

those offered.


Year of study First

Semester Second

ECTS credits 3


Unit, EEDIP

Learning outcomes Upon course completion students will have, in part,

been:

1. Taught the linguistic structures & style

characteristic to Scientific English.

2. Taught academic note-taking techniques and

academic writing in English.

3. Provided with listening practice of academic

material in English.

4. Given the opportunity to practice English

speaking & conversation pertaining to Civil

Engineering topics.

5. Exposed to reading of Civil Engineering

material covering various sectors of the field in

English.

6. Exposed to Civil Engineering terminology in

English.

Competences Having completed the course students will, in part, be

able to:

1. 1 Use the linguistic structures & style

characteric to Scientific English.

2. Take notes in English at Civil Engineering

course lectures, conference presentations, etc.,

conducted in English, write-up or construct

paragraphs or passages in English pertaining to

Civil Engineering.

3. Understand spoken English relating to Civil

Engineering topics.

4. Communicate in English at Civil Engineering

settings with fellow English speaking students,

give oral presentations in English, etc.

5. Read Civil Engineering text material, user

manuals, bibliographies, etc., in English.

6. Understand and use Civil Engineering

terminology in English.

Prerequisites None-Advanced command of the English language at

all levels is required.

Course contents Structure & Style of Scientific English

Modals, Passive, Grammatical Parallelism,

Derivational Prefixes/Suffixes, Sequence, Cause &

Effect, Scientific vs Common meanings of Terms.


Field Specific-Civil Engineering Material in

English

The Engineering Profession, Civil Engineers and their

Services, Transportation Systems, Concrete

Technology, Excavation Equipment & Earthworks,

Geotechnical Engineering Foundation Engineering.

Recommended reading 1. "Effective English for Civil Engineering". M.

Stamison-Atmatzidi. Klidarithmos Publications.

2010.

2. "Scientific English Structure and Style-

Contextualized for Civil Engineering".

Klidarithmos Publications. 1997, 2003.

3. "Getting Familiar with Technical English". E.


Teaching and learning methods In-class writing/note-taking, oral, listening, reading

exercise work contained in the recommended

textbooks, plus additional material extracted from

Internet sources, and Civil Engineering Journal articles

in English.


methods

Final written examination 90%, Class participation

10%.

Language of instruction 90% English, 10 % Greek*




SEMESTER III

Course title Applied Mathematics ΗII




Laboratory (1 hour/week)


Year of study Second

Semester Third

ECTS credits 5


Eugenia N. Petropoulou, Assistant Professor

Laboratory:

Nikolaos I. Ioakimidis, Professor

and Eugenia N. Petropoulou, Assistant Professor



he/she needs in his/her science in the areas of partial

differential equations, integral equations and complex

variables. This knowledge is necessary and is used in

several subsequent specialization courses in civil

engineering.


developed the following skills/ competences:

1. To be able to efficiently use partial differential

equations, integral equations and complex

variables in the subsequent courses in his/her



2. To be able to mathematically formulate

problems of civil engineering which are

reducible to partial differential equations or to

integral equations.


computer algebra software in partial differential

equations, integral equations and complex

variables and in related civil engineering

applications.



of differential and integral calculus, of Fourier series

and of Laplace and Fourier transforms.

Course contents 1. Partial differential equations: Elliptic, parabolic

and hyperbolic equations. Basic equations and

examples for the civil engineer. The method of

separation of variables. Polar, cylindrical and

spherical coordinates. The methods of Laplace


and Fourier transforms. Approximate and

numerical methods.

2. Integral equations: The methods of reduction to a

differential equation, Laplace transform, separable

kernels, successive approximations and numerical

integration.

3. Complex variables: Analytic functions. Complex

integration. Taylor and Laurent series. Residues.

Conformal mapping.

4. Applications in civil engineering mainly in

Mechanics of Materials, Dynamics of Structures,

Fracture Mechanics, Soil Mechanics, Fluid

Mechanics, Environmental Hydraulics and

Vehicular Flow.

Recommended reading 1. Ioakimidis, N. I., “Applied Mathematics for Civil

Engineers”, Part 1: “Applied Partial Differential

Equations, Integral Equations, Complex Variables

for Civil Engineers”, Part 2: “Applied Exercises

and Notebooks III for Civil Engineers”. Gotsis

Editions, Patras, 2008 (in Greek).

2. Hatzikonstantinou, P. M., “Mathematical Methods

for Engineers and Scientists: Partial Differential

Equations, Fourier Series & Boundary Value

Problems, Complex Variables”. Symmetria

Editions, Athens, 2009 (in Greek).

3. Papadakis, K. E., “Introduction to Mathematica”,

3rd edition. Tziolas Editions, Thessaloniki, 2010

(in Greek).


blackboard concerning the theory, exercises and




civil engineering applications by using the

computer mainly in symbolic computations.

3. Solution of applied exercises (by hand and by

using the computer) individually by each student.


methods

1. Final written examination (70%).

2. Laboratory examination (30%).



Course title Numerical Methods





Semester Third

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Μanolis Sfakianakis, Ass. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student will:

1. Know enough number of basic numerical methods

with respect to civil engineering problem solving.


developed the following abilities:

1. Ability to formulate solutions to classic civil

engineering problems.

Prerequisites Good understanding of the material covered in the

courses “Computer Programming & Applicationsls”

and “Mathematics I, II, III”.

Course contents Roots of nonlinear equations and polynomials.

Systems of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations.

Eigenvalue and Eigevector problems. Curve fitting,

Numerical integration and differentiation. Ordinary

differential equations of boundary-value problems.

Applications using FORTRAN programming and

MATLAB software.

Recommended reading Books: «Numerical Methods», by B. Μarkellos, and

«Introduction to Numerical Analysis», by Akrivis and

Dougalis. Course Notes by Μ. Sfakianakis.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and applications by computer programming.


methods

Written exam (60%) and Computer Lab exam (40%).



Course title Introduction to Mechanics of Materials





Semester Third

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Catherine Papanicolaou, Assist. Prof.


1. Know general principles of mechanics of

materials (the concept of stress, the basic concepts

of axial and shear loading, the strength-based

design principles of structural members, the

concept of deformation).

2. Know of mechanics of problems of axially loaded

members (stress-strain relationships for structural

members under axial loading, methods for

calculating displacements, basic principles of

analysis of statically determinate and

indeterminate structural assemblies with axially

loaded members).

3. Know the stress state in structural elements

subjected to shear, the general mathematical

definitions for axial and shear strains and the

generalized stress-strain relationships in the three-

dimensional stress state.

4. Apply the knowledge pertinent to point 3 for the

case of stressed thin shells.

5. Know how to transform stresses and strains from

one coordinate system to another.

6. Know the basic concepts of theories of failure of

materials.

7. Know key elements of the mechanics of cylinders

undergoing pure torsion.



1. Ability to solve problems regarding axially loaded

members.

2. Ability to compute the magnitude of shear

stresses in problems of pure shear loading

(including those referring to thin cylindrical or

spherical shells under internal pressure).

3. Ability to transform stresses and strains from one

coordinate system to another.

4. Ability to solve problems using theories of failure

of materials.

5. Ability to exhibit knowledge regarding basic

elements of the mechanics of cylindrical axial

members under pure torsion.



course “Technical Mechanics - Statics”.

Course contents General principles of mechanics of materials: the

concept of stress, basic concepts of axial and shear

loading, strength-based design principles of structural

members, the concept of deformation. Stress-strain

relationships for structural members under axial

loading, methods for calculating displacements, basic

principles of analysis of statically determinate and

indeterminate structural assemblies with axially loaded

members. Stress state in structural elements subjected

to shear, general mathematical definitions for axial and

shear strains, generalized stress-strain relationships in

the three-dimensional stress state, applications to

stressed thin shells. Transformations of stresses and

strains from one coordinate system to another. Basic

concepts of theories of failure of materials.

Introduction to the theory of torsion (cylindrical axial

members under pure torsion).

Recommended reading ”Mechanics of Materials – Part I”, T. Triantafillou,

University of Patras Publications, 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, laboratory projects, tutorials.


methods

Written exam and grading of lab reports.



Course title Geodetic Measurements





Semester Third

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) SC Stiros, Associate Prof.

P. Triantafyllidis, EEDIP

Learning outcomes 1. At the end of this lesson, the student may know: 1.

The function and use of basic survey instruments

(tape, theodolite, level, total station)

2. The basic methods for measurements of lengths,

angles, elevation differences and the corresponding

specifications

3. The basic principles of the Theory of

Measurements and of Errors, of estimations and of

accuracy determination, as well as of the Least

Squares Method

Competences At the end of this lesson, the student is expected to

have developed the following competences:

1. Ability to use basic survey instruments and

measure lengths, angles, elevation differences

2. Ability to estimate the accuracy/precision of

measurements and of computations based on

measurements, and hence ability to plan and

control the quality of such measurements

3. Ability to apply these techniques (Least Squares

etc.) to other engineering and scientific fields

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites, but the student must be

acquainted with basic ideas of Linear Algebra and of

Mathematical Analysis, and the use of computational

software such as MATHEMATICA®

Course contents 1. Historical context and basic problems of Geodesy

2. Function and use of survey instruments for the

setting up lines and for the measurement of

distances, angles, and elevation differences

3. Basic principles of the Theory of Measurements

and of Errors (types, distributions, propagation),

of the Theory of Least Squares and of their

applications in the planning and quality control of

survey work

Recommended reading 1. Stiros, S., Theory of Measurements and of Errors,

Symmetria, Athens, 2010

2. Bandelas et al., Geodetic Instruments and Methods

of Measurements and of Calculations, Geodesy I,

Kyriakidis, Thessaloniki

3. Kaltsikis, G. Fotiou, A, General Topography, Zitis,

Thessaloniki

4. Free-access Notes in e-class


Teaching and learning methods 1. Lectures (PPT presentations)

2. Support teaching to familiarize students with

instruments

3. Support teaching to solve exemplary problems

4. Field training in groups

5. Computational exercises

6. Tests

7. Field excursion


methods

The final grade is the weighted mean of grades in field

exercises, computational exercise, tests, overall

participation in the class activities and the final test

(the grade of the latter must be >5).



Course title Construction Technology I





Semester Third

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Dionissios Verras, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to :

1. comprehend the main principles of building

design

2. be acquainted with the methods of construction

and their properties

3. identify the different types of load bearing

structure and the structural elements

4. be acquainted with structural design

5. be familiar with construction works progress

6. know the construction of the building frame

7. be acquainted with landscape design

8. understand building pathology


developed the following skills/competences :

1. Ability to select the suitable method of

construction

2. Ability to select type of load bearing structure as

well as building materials

3. Structural elements

4. Ability to select the building materials

5. Ability to landscape design

6. Ability to identify in general the building

pathology

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is however

recommended that students should have basic

knowledge of technical drawing

Course contents Subject of construction technology

Main principles of building design

Methods of construction

Properties of construction methods

Load bearing structure, structural elements &

materials

Construction progress of works

The building frame : external walls (masonry,

cavity walls, cladding, openings)

Landscape design

Building pathology

Recommended reading Neufert Ernst, 2000, Architect‟s Data, Third

Edition, Blackwell Science Ltd, Oxford

Salvatori Mario – Heller Robert, 1975,

Structure in Architecture, Prentice Hall, Inc,


New York

Schmitt Heinrich, 1978, Hochbaukonstruktion.

Die Bauteile und das Baugefüge. Grundlagen

des heutigen Bauens, Friedr. Vieweg&Sohn

Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Braunschweig

Verras D, 2000, Construction Technology I,

University of Patras (Greek edition)

Zannos Alexander, 1987, Form and structure in

architecture, Van Nostrand Reinhold

Company, New York

Teaching and learning methods Blackboard and/or power point presentations,

laboratory sessions with examples/assignments/ tests

individually from each student


methods

Written examination (100% of the final grade). The

students' performance in the assignments and tests

influences the final grade accordingly



Course title Foreign Language & Technical Terminology II


Type of course Required-Student must select one of the foreign

languages offered.



Semester Third

ECTS credits 3


Unit, EEDIP

Learning outcomes Upon course completion students will have fully been:

1. Taught the linguistic structures & style

characteristic to Scientific English.

2. Taught academic note-taking techniques and

academic writing in English.

3. Provided with extensive listening practice of

academic material in English.

4. Given the opportunity to practice English

speaking & conversation pertaining to Civil

Engineering topics.

5. Exposed to reading of Civil Engineering material

covering most sectors of the field in English.

6. Exposed to Civil Engineering terminology in

English.

Competences Having completed the course students will, be able to

fully:

1. Use the linguistic structures & style characteric to

Scientific English.

2. Take notes in English at Civil Engineering course

lectures, conference presentations, etc., conducted

in English, write-up or construct paragraphs or

passages in English pertaining to Civil

Engineering.

3. Understand spoken English relating to Civil

Engineering topics.

4. Communicate in English at Civil Engineering

settings with fellow English speaking students,

give oral presentations in English, etc.

5. Read Civil Engineering text material, user

manuals, bibliographies, etc., in English.

6. Understand and use Civil Engineering

terminology in English.

Prerequisites None-Advanced command of the English language at

all levels is required.

Course contents Structure & Style of Scientific English

Coherence, Syntax of Directions & Instructions, Use

of the Definite Article, Compound Term Varieties,

Verb Classification Descriptions, Sentence

Combining, Classifying.

Field Specific-Civil Engineering Material in


English

Beams/Girders, Retaining Walls, Structures and

Materials, Failure, Bridge/Tunnel Engineering,

Seismic Shock Isolation, Hydraulic

Engineering/Water Resources, Surveying, Planning,

Construction Contracts & Proposals, Computer

Applications, The International System of Units-SI.

Recommended reading 1. "Effective English for Civil Engineering". M.

Stamison-Atmatzidi. Klidarithmos Publications.

2010.

2. "Scientific English Structure and Style-

Contextualized for Civil Engineering".

Klidarithmos Publications. 1997, 2003.

3. Getting Familiar with Technical English". E.


Teaching and learning methods In-class writing/note-taking, oral, listening, reading

exercise work contained in the recommended

textbooks, plus additional material extracted from

Internet sources, and Civil Engineering Journal articles

in English.


methods

Final written examination 90%, Class participation

10%.

Language of instruction 90% English, 10 % Greek*




SEMESTER IV

Course title Mechanics of Materials





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Thanasis Triantafillou, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student will know the

mechanics of:

1. Elastic bending of beams (calculation of stresses

and deflections).

2. Special problems in bending (non-prismatic

beams, composite beams, inelastic bending,

deflections due to shear, non-symmetric

bending, shear center).

3. Elastic torsion in members with circular,

rectangular thin-walled closed sections.

4. Inelastic torsion.

5. Members under combined loading (bending

moments, shear force, axial force, torsional

moment).

6. Elastic buckling and basic principles of inelastic

buckling.


developed the ability to:

1. Calculate stresses in problems of elastic beam

bending.

2. Calculate elastic deflections and rotations

according to different methods.

3. Understand the mechanics of special problems

(non-prismatic beams, composite beams,

inelastic bending, deflections due to shear, non-

symmetric bending, shear center).

4. Calculate shear stresses and rotations due to

elastic torsion in members with circular,

rectangular and thin-walled closed sections.

5. Understand the mechanics of inelastic torsion.

6. Calculate stresses and deflections in members

subjected to combined actions (bending

moments, shear force, axial force, torsional

moment).

7. Analyse problems of member buckling and to

calculate the critical load.


course “Introduction to the Mechanics of Materials”.


Course contents Bending theory: normal and shear stresses, deflection

curve, energy methods. Special topics: non-prismatic

beams, composite beams, inelastic bending,

deflections due to shear, non-symmetric bending,

shear center. Torsion: circular bars, rectangular bars,

thin-walled closed sections, inelastic torsion, torsion of

statically indeterminate members. Combined loading:

axial, flexural, torsional. Buckling and stability:

elastic and inelastic column behaviour. Laboratory

testing: (a) strong and weak axis bending of timber

beams, (b) inelastic bending of steel tube, (c) torsion

of circular rod, (d) rebar buckling.

Recommended reading ”Mechanics of Materials”, T. Triantafillou, published

by the author, 2010.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, laboratory projects, tutorials.


methods




Course title Structural Materials





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 6


Catherine Papanicolaou, Assist. Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student will know:

1. Basic principles of the microstructure of

materials.

2. The main physical, thermal and mechanical

properties of materials.

3. Physical, technological and mechanical

characteristics of the main structural materials:

natural stones, binders and mortars, concrete, steel

and other metals, timber, ceramics, masonry,

polymers.



1. Know basic principles for the microstructure of

materials.

2. Define and know the main physical, thermal,

mechanical and other properties of structural

materials.

3. Know about natural stones: physical,

technological and mechanical properties,

products.

4. Know about binders and mortars: physical,

technological and mechanical properties,

applications.

5. Know about concrete: microstructure, strength,

deformations (short and long-term), durability,

mix design, behaviour at fresh state.

6. Know about metals: morphological, technological

and mechanical characteristics, products,

corrosion.

7. Know about timber: technology, microstructure,

basic properties, durability.

8. Know about bricks: geometrical, physical,

mechanical and other characteristics.

9. Know about masonry: basic aspects of the

mechanical behaviour and durability.

10. Know basic technological, physical and

mechanical properties of polymers (plain and

reinforced) and cellular materials (foams).


course “Introduction to the Mechanics of Materials”.

Course contents The microstructure of materials. Physical, thermal and


mechanical properties of materials. Natural stones and

their products. Hydraulic and air-hardened binders

and mortars. Concrete: microstructure, constituents,

strength, deformations, durability, mix design, fresh

concrete. Steel and other metals: technological and

mechanical properties, corrosion. Timber: technology,

microstructure, mechanical properties, durability.

Ceramics: physical and mechanical characteristics of

clay bricks and other products. Masonry: mechanical

behaviour, durability. Polymers: basic properties,

environmental effects, fiber reinforcement, cellular

materials. Laboratory testing: (a) mix design and

workability of concrete, (b) gradation of aggregates,

(c) non-destructive testing techniques (impact

hammer, ultrasound testing, carbonation depth,

permeability).

Recommended reading ”Structural Materials”, T. Triantafillou, published by

the author, 2008.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, laboratory projects, tutorials..


methods




Course title Fluid Mechanics





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Georgios M. Horsch, Assistant Professor

Learning outcomes Students are intended to become familiar with:

1) Basic concepts of Fluid Mechanics

2) Statics for incompressible fluids

3) Equations of fluid dynamics: equation of

continuity (differential and integral form) and

equations of energy and momentum (integral form)

4) Equations of incompressible ideal fluids (Euler

and Bernoulli equations).

5) Vorticity and potential flow

6) Dimensional Analysis and Hydraulic

Similitude

7) Elements of Boundary Layer flow

Competences Students are expected to develop the following skills:

1) Ability to determine the pressure distribution in

static fluids and to calculate forces on surfaces in

contact with static fluids.

2) Analyse fluid flow using control volume

methods

3) Ability to use potential flow solutions

4) Ability to use dimensional analysis and

hydraulic similitude.

Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites. Knowledge of

Basic Mathematical Analysis, however, is assumed, as

well as some material covered in Applied Mathematics

III (CIV-E301)

Course contents Properties of fluids. Fluid statics. Kinematics, stream

lines, steak lines, path lines. Continuity, energy,

momentum equations. Integral analysis. Ideal fluid

flow, Euler and Bernoulli equations. Vorticity,

velocity potential, stream function, Laplace equation.

Real fluid flow, laminar, turbulent flow. Boundary

layers. Fluid forces. Dimensional analysis,

Buckingham theorem, similitude.

Recommended reading Fluid Mechanics, V.L. Streeter, E.B. Wylie and K. W.

Bedford

Fluid Mechanics, G. Noutsopoulos, G. Christodoulou

Teaching and learning methods Blackboard lectures, supplemented with projection of

video movies (Britannica, N.S.F. U.S.A.)

Solution of sample problems


methods

Final written examination




Course title Geodesy





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) SC Stiros, Associate Prof.

P. Triantafyllidis, EEDIP

Learning outcomes At the end of this lesson, the student may know:

1. The necessary techniques and specifications for

common field surveys (traverses, sections, networks,

etc)

2. the basic techniques for preparation and compilation

of topographic diagrams and maps and basic

techniques of coordinate transformations for different

projections

3. The basic methods for calculation of areas and

volumes

4. basic principles of special survey works (mining and

marine surveys, etc)

5. the basic techniques and applications of new

generation geodetic instruments (robotic theodolites,

GPS, etc)

6. basic rules for network adjustment

Competences At the end of this lesson, the student is expected to

have developed the following competences:

1. Ability to complete basic field and computational

survey projects

2. Ability to plan and control the accuracy of common,

even of complicated survey works

3. Ability to participate/contribute in specialized

survey work in various fields (archaeology,

geotechnical engineering, etc)

4. Ability to use high technology geodetic instruments

(robotic theodolite, GPS, etc).

5. Ability to complete and present in PPT a simple or

complicated project (in groups)

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites, but the student must be

acquainted with the teaching outcomes of the lesson

“Geodetic Measurements” and with basic ideas of

Linear Algebra and of Mathematical Analysis, as well

as the use of computational software such as

MATHEMATICA®

Course contents 1. Historical context and basic problems of Geodesy

2. Familiarization with survey instruments, especially

electronic

3. Depending on the student level, familiarization

with high tech instruments (robotic theodolite, GPS)

Basic principles of the Theory of Measurements and


of Errors (types, distributions, propagation), of the

Theory of Least Squares and their applications in the

planning and quality control of survey work

5. Theory of Measurements and of Errors –more

advanced level

6. Applications of the Theory of Measurements and of

Errors in the quality assessment and planning of

geodetic work.

Recommended reading 1. Stiros, S., Theory of Measurements and of Errors,

Symmetria, Athens, 2010,

2. Bandelas et al., Geodetic Instruments and Methods

of Measurements and of Calculations, Geodesy II,

Kyriakidis, Thessaloniki

3. Kaltsikis, G. Fotiou, A, General Topography, Zitis,

Thessaloniki

4. Free-access Notes in e-class



instruments

3. Support teaching to solve exemplary problems

4. Field training in groups

5. Computational exercises

6. Tests

7. Field excursion

8. Depending on the student level, completion of an

integrated or simple project- written report and PPT

presentation


methods

The final grade is the weighted mean of grades in field

exercises, computational exercise, tests, overall

participation in class activities, the project and the

final test (the grade of the latter must be >5).



Course title Construction Technology II





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Dionissios Verras, Assistant Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to :

1. Be acquainted with forms, materials and

properties of internal walls, openings, floors,

ceilings, stairs

2. Be acquainted with surface coating materials

3. Know how to design and construct roofs

4. Be acquainted with structural safety (thermal

insulation, damp course, acoustic insulation,

fire protection)

5. Be acquainted with building services

(mechanical & electrical installations)

6. Analyze the elements of special constructions

7. Be acquainted with building regulations


developed the following skills/competences :

1. Ability to identify materials and properties of

internal walls, openings, floors, ceilings, stairs

2. Ability to design roofs

3. Ability to design the building protection

(thermal insulation, damp course, acoustic

insulation, fire safety)

4. Ability to identify the building services

5. Ability to exploit the general knowledge of the

regulations when designing a building



knowledge of technical drawing

Course contents Internal/stud walls

Openings

Floors

Coverings

Roofs

Staircases

Finishes

Mechanical & electrical installations

Special constructions

Regulations

Recommended reading Neufert Ernst, 2000, Architect‟s Data, Third

Edition, Blackwell Science Ltd, Oxford

Salvatori Mario – Heller Robert, 1975, Structure

in Architecture, Prentice Hall, Inc, New York


Schmitt Heinrich, 1978, Hochbaukonstruktion.

Die Bauteile und das Baugefüge. Grundlagen des

heutigen Bauens, Friedr. Vieweg&Sohn

Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Braunschweig

Verras D, 2000, Construction Technology II,

University of Patras (greek edition)

Zannos Alexander, 1987, Form and structure in

architecture, Van Nostrand Reinhold Company,

New York


laboratory sessions with examples/assignments/ tests

individually from each student


methods

Written examination (100% of the final grade). The

students' performance in the assignments and tests

influences the final grade accordingly



Course title Ecology for Civil Engineers





Semester Fourth

ECTS credits 2

Name of Lecturer Ioannis D. Manariotis, Lecturer

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able ηο

1. Know the main natural and human resources.

2. Understand the principles of sustainable

development.

3. Know the basic principles of environmental

chemistry and environmental microbiology.

4. Know the factors which cause pollution of the

water and soil.

5. Know the main criteria for the environmental

design of infrastructure projects.

6. Describe the effect of human activities on air

quality.

7. Describe the factors which contribute to the

climate change.


developed the following skills/ competencies

1. Ability to analyze the factors which affect the

natural and human resources.

2. Ability to understand the function of the

ecosystems.

3. Ability to understand the importance of

biogeochemical cycles and their role in the

protection of the environment.

4. Ability to propose measures for the environmental

design of infrastructure projects.

5. Ability to describe the climate changes due to

human activities.

Prerequisites There are not prerequisite courses.

Course contents 1. Introduction

2. Natural and human resources

3. Principles of sustainable development

4. Ecosystems and biodiversity

5. Nitrogen, phosphorus and energy cycles

6. Principles of environmental microbiology

7. Water pollution, pollution sources

8. Soil pollution

9. Infrastructure projects

10. Solid wastes

11. Air pollution

12. Climate changes

Recommended reading G. Tyler Miller Jr. (2004). Environmental Sciences. Ion

Publications, Athens.


Teaching and learning

methods

Lectures using power point presentations.

Problems solved in class.

Home exercise assignments.


methods

Final written examination.



SEMESTER V

Course title Analysis of Frame Structures




Year of study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Nikolaos Makris, Professor




Course contents Proposal expected by the lecturer




methods




Course title Hydraulics



Course level Undergraduate

Year of study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Alex. C. Demetracopoulos

Learning Outcome By the end of the course, the student will:

1. Know the basic types of flow in closed

conduits and open channels (laminar and

turbulent flow.

2. Be able to analyse flow problems in closed

conduits taking into consideration both friction

and local losses.

3. Know the types of flow related to the analysis

of open channels.

4. Analyse open channel problems, both for

uniform and gradually varied flow.

5. Determine free surface profiles in open channel

flows.

Skills By the end of the course, the student will have


1. Ability to analyse flow problems in closed

conduits and to determine the type and

characteristics of the pipe required using the

general solution methodology as well as the

energy and piezometric grade lines.

2. Ability to analyse flow in open channels

(discharge and free surface profiles) and to

utilize the concepts of specific energy and

momentum in order to check flow behaviour at

local contractions, bed elevation changes, and

at any flow control section.

Prererequisites There are no prerequisite courses. The student must

have adequate knowledge of Fluid Mechanics.

Course content Flow in closed conduits: basic equations, laminar

flow, turbulent flow, friction and local losses, energy

grade line, hydraulic grade line, pipes in series, pipes

in parallel, branching pipes.

Open channel flow: definitions, pressure distribution,

specific energy, critical depth, types of flow, flow

through contractions, control section, specific force

(momentum), hydraulic jump, equations for steady-

state flow, normal depth, gradually varied flow,

classification of free surface profiles, methods for

computation of free surface profiles.

Recommended reading Books in Hydraulics of Closed Conduits and Open

Channel Flow

Teaching and learning methods Class lectures


Homework

Laboratory


method

Final exam. Student performance in the Lab is also

taken into consideration.



Course title Soil Mechanics I




Year of study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be able

to:

1. Know the properties and mechanical behavior of

soils.

2. Know the standard lab procedures for determining

soil properties.

3. Understand the fundamental principle of effective

stresses in soils.

4. Understand and quantify state-of-stress and stress-

strain behavior in soils.

5. Compute discharge, settlement and shear strength.



1. Ability to describe the natural state of soils and

classify them within a standard system.

2. Ability to compute stresses in a soil mass and

apply the effective stress principle.

3. Ability to quantify soil permeability.

4. Ability to compute total and time-rate of

settlement.

5. Ability to compute shear strength of soils.

6. Ability to apply standard lab procedures and

process the relevant data.


recommended that students have a working knowledge

of Strength of Materials and Fluid Mechanics


Course contents 1. Introduction Soil formation, mineralogy and basic

characteristics.

2. Natural state of soils Phase diagram, gradation, plasticity, classification.

3. Stresses in soils Geostatic conditions, theory of elasticity, external

loads, deformation.

4. Water in soils Types of water, effective stresses, geostatic and

flow conditions, Darcy law, permeability.

5. Consolidation Theory of consolidation, primary and secondary

consolidation, total settlement, time-rate of

settlement.

6. Shear strength Stress-strain relations and shear strength of soils,

failure criteria, behavior of saturated soils in

drained and undrained conditions.

7. Compaction Density-moisture relationship, compaction energy,

methods for soil compaction.

Recommended reading 1. “Soil Mechanics”, D.T. Valalas, Kiriakidis Bros.,

1981 (in Greek).

2. “Principles of Geotechnical Engineering”, B.M.

Das, PWS Engineering, 1985

3. “An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering”,

R.D Holtz and W.D. Kovacs, Prentice Hall, 1981

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and labs.


methods

Written exam (80% of final grade) and lab technical

reports (20% of final grade).



Course title Construction Project Management

Course code CIV- E507



Year of study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecture(s) Athanasios P. Chassiakos, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should be

able to:

6. Analyze, describe and graphically present

the project work-breakdown-structure.

7. Estimate the duration and cost of project

activities.

8. Perform project scheduling, resource

allocation and cost management analyses.

9. Perform project monitoring and control

analysis.

10. Plan and organize the human resource

management, procurement management,

quality management, health and safety

management.

11. Perform risk management analysis.

12. Organize the project information and

communication system.


further developed the following

skills/competences:

6. Ability to analyze and evaluate the

project and the project management

objectives and requirements.

7. Ability to appropriately select project

resources and to estimate their

productivity.

8. Ability to optimize project resource use.

9. Ability to use project management

software.

10. Ability to evaluate project risks and risk

response measures.

11. Ability to apply information and

communication technologies in

construction.


Course contents 1. Introduction to construction project

management.

2. Project initiation, planning and organization.

3. Project structure analysis: work breakdown

structure (WBS), project activities,

precedence relations between activities.

4. Project estimating: resource selection,


activity duration and cost estimation.

5. Project scheduling: network techniques,

critical path method (CPM), Gantt charts.

6. Resource allocation: resource loading,

resource leveling, constrained resource

scheduling.

7. Financial management: the project budget,

cash flow and the S-curve, project crashing,

time-cost tradeoff analysis.

8. Project tracking and control: project

monitoring, the earned value method, project

rescheduling.

9. Human resource management.

10. Procurement management.

11. Quality management.

12. Health and safety management.

13. Risk management.

14. Information and communication

technologies in construction.

15. Project management software.

Recommended reading 5. “Project Management: Planning and Control”,

R. Burke, 2nd

edition, John Wiley and Sons,

1997.

6. “Project Management: Engineering,

Technology, and Implementation”, A. Shtub,

J. Bard and S. Globerson, Prentice Hall

International Editions, 1994.

7. “A Guide to the Project Management Body of

Knowledge”, 4th

edition, Project Management

Institute, 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Class lectures, software presentation, problem

solving by students in class, homework

assignments.


methods

Final written exam. Homework is additionally

taken into account.



Course title Traffic Engineering




Year of Study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Evaggelos-Gerassimos Matsoukis, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able to

1.Recognize the main traffic engineering practices and

techniques

2 Recognize the traffic count practices

3 Know how to use and apply statistics for the traffic

counts

4 Calculate the highway capacity in various cases

5 Design and study traffic signal control systems

6 Know how to deal with pedestrian studies, parking

studies, accident studies


developed the following skills/competences

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and

understanding of essential facts related to the

behavior of vehicular traffic

2. Ability to carry out traffic counts

3. Ability to calculate the highway capacity in a

number of cases, namely freeways, multilane

highways, two-lane highways, ramps,

weaving etc

4. Ability to apply traffic engineering techniques

for the cases of pedestrian studies, parking

studies, accident studies

5. Ability to design a traffic signalized

intersection and calculate the traffic signal

operational plan


recommended that students should have at least a basic

knowledge of Applied Mathematics-Statistics.

Course contents 1.Introduction (need to study traffic and transport

issues, organizing the transport system)

2.Main components of the transport system .

Land transport (road transport, road network,

terminals, rail transport).

3.Characteristics of traffic flow (traffic volume, traffic

counts, origin-destination studies).

4. The fundamental relationships between the main

traffic flow parameters.

5.Capacity (general definitions, highway capacity,

freeways, weaving, ramps, multi-lane highways, two-

lane highways).

6. Specialized Transport Studies (pedestrian studies,


parking studies, accident studies).

7. Traffic Signals, (traffic signal characteristics, traffic

signal warrants, optimum settings, vehicle-actuated

signals, coordinated traffic signals, area-traffic control

signals).

Recommended reading 1. «Traffic Engineering» ,Δ. Μatsoukis, Symmetria

publications, Αthens 2008. (A textbook in Greek

language)

2. «Traffic Engineering» Golia, Frantzeskaki,

Pitsiava, Papasotiriou publications, Athens 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures on the blackboard and/or using slides for

overhead projectors or power-point presentations.Field

work -traffic counts.Problem solving seminars for the

instructive solution of synthetic problems. Exercises

for students on a self basis and /or working in teams.


methods

Written examination (80% of the final mark).

Problems to be solved(20% of the final mark)



Course title Water Quality


Type of course Required


Year of Study Third

Semester Fifth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Constantinos V. Chrysikopoulos


1. Present and/or to convert various water constituent

concentrations in five different units.

2. Understand the difference between contamination

and pollution.

3. Apply the principles of electronutrality and proton

condition.

4. Recognize the quality of drinking waters from their

basic constituents.

5. Master the basic water treatment processes.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have further


1. Ability to construct and use logarithmic diagrams

pC-pH.

2. Ability to measure the turbidity of natural water

samples.

3. Ability to measure the hardness of natural water

samples.

4. Ability to measure the alkalinity of natural water

samples.

5. Ability to select and design the necessary basic

processes for the treatment of surface and ground

waters.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. However, it is

recommended that the students have basic knowledge

of chemistry, physics, and applied mathematics.

Course contents 1. Introduction to water quality

2. Basic concepts of water chemistry

3. Qualitative characteristics of water

4. Water quality standards

5. Water treatment processes

6. Coagulation

7. Sedimentation

8. Filtration

9. Water disinfection

10. Adsorption

Recommended reading Chrysikopoulos, C.V., Water Quality, University

Lecture Notes, University of Patras, pp. 370 (in

Greek).

Tsonis, S.P., Water Quality, Papasotiriou, Athens,

2003 (in Greek).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures using the traditional blackboard, problem


solving seminars, laboratory exercises with small

groups of students.


methods

(1) Written examination (100% of final grade).

(2) Laboratory exercises (mandatory but 0% of final

grade).

(3) Mandatory field trip to the water treatment plant in

the municipality of Patras (0% of final grade).



SEMESTER VΙ

Course title Matrix Analysis of Frame Structures




Year of Study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) N. Makris, Professor




Course contents Proposal expected by the lecturer



methods



methods




Course title Hydrology




Year of study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Vassilios K. Kaleris, Professor

Learning outcomes -The catchment area.

-Water budget.

-Mean areal values of hydrological variables.

-Mechanisms influencing evapotranspiration and methods

to estimate evapotranspiration.

-Mechanisms influencing runoff and methods to estimate

flood peaks (unit hydrograph).

-Analysis of frequency of hydrological variables.

Competences - Estimation of the catchment area corresponding

to a cross section of a river.

- Water budget equation and estimation of the

components of the water budget.

- Methods to estimate evapotranspiration.

- Estimation of flood hydrographs.

- Intensity-Duration-Frequency curves.

- Estimation of the return period of hydrological

variables.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is, however,

recommended that students should have basic knowledge

of statistic.

Course contents Hydrological cycle; Water budget equation; Methods to

measure precipitation; Mean areal value of precipitation;

Methods to measure and methods to calculate

evapotranspiration; Unit hydrograph; S-hydrograph;

Synthetic hydrograph; Estimation of Intensity-Duration-

Frequency curves; Statistical methods in Hydrology.

Recommended reading 1. Sakkas, J., 2004. Technical Hydrology, Vol. 1,

Hydrology of Surface Waters. Aivazis Editions,

Thessaloniki.

2. Tsakiris, G., 1995. Water Resources: Technical

Hydrology. Symmetria Editions, Athens.

3. Papamichail, D.M, 2004. Technical Hydrology of

Surface Waters. Pahoudis Editions, Thessaloniki.


methods

Lectures of theory and problem solving


methods

Final Exam.



Course title Soil Mechanics IΗ




Year of study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be able to:

Know the use of flow nets to solve ground-water flow

problems.

1. Know the methods for computing soil bearing

capacity.

2. Know the basic theories for computing earth

pressures on retaining structures.

3. Know the most common methods for slope stability

analysis.



1. Ability to draw a flow net and compute discharge,

pore water pressure and seepage forces.

2. Ability to compute soil bearing capacity.

3. Ability to determine active and passive earth

pressures on retaining structures.

4. Ability to compute safety factors for earth slopes.


recommended that students have a good understanding of

the content of the course Soil Mechanics I

Course contents 1. Groundwater flow Flow nets, anisotropic soils, discharge, pore water

pressure, seepage forces.

2. Bearing capacity Theories and computation methods, factors

influencing bearing capacity.

3. Earth pressures Active and passive conditions, methods to compute

and factors influencing earth pressures.

4. Slope stability Methods of analysis, homogeneous and layered soils,

effect of groundwater flow, the friction circle

method, methods of slices.

Recommended reading 1. “Soil Mechanics”, D.T. Valalas, Kiriakidis Bros.,

1981 (in Greek).

2. “Principles of Geotechnical Engineering”, B.M. Das,

PWS Engineering, 1985

3. “An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering”, R.D

Holtz and W.D. Kovacs, Prentice Hall, 1981


methods

Lectures and tutorials.



methods

Mid-term exam (33% of final grade) and final exam (67%

of final grade).



Course title Design of Reinforced Concrete Linear Elements




Year of study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Stephanos E. Dritsos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course, the student will:

1. Know the technology and mechanical behaviour of

concrete and steel materials,

2. Be aware of limit state design and the implementation

of an appropriate combination of actions,

3. Be able to structurally design linear reinforced concrete

elements based on the ultimate limit state in bending

with normal forces,

4. Know how to apply the rules of constructional

configuration and detailing of linear reinforced

elements in accordance with relevant regulations and

5. Be able to structurally design linear reinforced concrete

elements based on the ultimate limit state in shear.

Competences At the end of the course, the student will have developed

the following skills:

1. An ability to demonstrate knowledge and

understanding of the features and mechanical

behaviour of the materials of reinforced concrete,

concrete and steel,

2. An ability to understand the design situation and the

design actions in the presence or not of earthquakes for

different limit state designs,

3. An ability to structurally design columns and beams

based on the ultimate limit state in bending with

normal forces,

4. An ability to apply the rules of constructional

configuration and detailing of linear reinforced

elements and

5. An ability to structurally design linear reinforced

concrete elements based on the ultimate limit state in

shear.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. Students must have at

least a basic knowledge of the Engineering

Mechanics/Statics and the Mechanics of Materials

courses.

Course content 1. Materials

Concrete technology, mechanical behaviour of concrete

and reinforcing steel.

2. The basis of design

Extreme situations, combinations of actions and the

determination of action effects.

3. Design based on the ultimate limit state in bending


with normal forces

The basis of structural design in bending, design of

rectangular cross sections in uniaxial bending with

normal forces, interaction between moment and axial

load for rectangular sections with symmetrical

reinforcement in uniaxial bending, rectangular cross

sections in biaxial bending with normal force, bending

cross sections of the form T or Γ (flanged beams).

4. Constructional configuration rules and detailing of

linear elements

Minimum anchorage lengths for reinforcement and

minimum concrete cover, constructional configuration

rules and the design of detailing for beams and columns.

5. Structurally designing linear elements based on the

ultimate limit state in shear

Elements without shear reinforcement, tensile elements

with shear reinforcement, behaviour of linear elements in

shear under monotonic loading and/or cyclic loading,

code regulations for structural design in shear, special

cases of shear stress: indirect supports, suspended loads

and connections of flanges and webs in flanged beams.

Recommended reading 1. “Lessons in Reinforced Concrete”, M.N. Fardis,

University of Patras Publications, 2000.

2. "Reinforced Concrete Structures", R. Park and T.

Pauley, John Wiley and Sons, 1995.

3. "Concrete Structures Euro Design Handbook", Ernst &

Sohn, 2004.


methods

Blackboard lectures and/or PowerPoint presentations

supplemented with handouts, tutorials, independent

problem solving by individual students.


methods

Written examination (100% of final grade)



Course title Wastewater Treatment




Year of study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5


Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able ηο

1. Present the main wastewater characteristics, and

the methods for their determination.

2. Know the steps for preliminary and primary

wastewater treatment.

3. Know the basic principles of the microbial

metabolism applied in wastewater treatment

processes.

4. Know the methods for the biological wastewater

treatment for organic and nutrient removal.

5. Know the methods for the sludge treatment and

disposal.

6. Assess the methods for the wastewater

disinfection.


developed the following skills/ competencies

1. Ability to evaluate the wastewater characteristics

and flow rates.


understanding of the principles of microbial

metabolism applied to wastewater treatment.


understanding of physicochemical and biological

processes in the wastewater treatment.

4. Ability to design units aiming at the removal of

organic material and nutrients.

5. Ability to design units for the treatment and

stabilization of sludge.

Prerequisites There are not prerequisite courses. It is recommended that

students should have at least knowledge of Chemistry and

Water Treatment.

Course contents 1. Introduction to wastewater treatment.

2. Wastewater flowrates, characteristics and impacts of

sewage and wastewater, and disposal regulations.

3. Principles of applied microbiology and microbial

metabolism.

4. Preliminary treatment (screens and communitors, grit

removal, flow equalization) and primary treatment

(sedimentation, physico-chemical treatment).

5. Biological wastewater treatment (activated sludge,

trickling filters, rotating biological contactors).

6. Natural wastewater treatment (stabilization ponds,


constructed wetlands).

7. Advanced treatment (removal of nitrogen,

phosphorus and organic compounds).

8. Anaerobic wastewater treatment.

9. Sludge treatment and disposal.

10. Wastewater disinfection.

11. Wastewater disposal in soil.

12. Sewers corrosion.

Recommended reading 1. S.P. Tsonis (2004). Wastewater Treatment.

Papasotiriou Publications, Athens.

2. Metcalf and Eddy Inc., 2003. In: Tchobanoglous, G.,

Burton, F.L., Stensel, H.D. (Eds.), Wastewater

Engineering: Treatment and Reuse, 4th

ed. McGraw-

Hill, New York, NY.

3. Rittmann, B.E. and McCarty, P.L. (2001).

Environmental Biotechnology: Principles and

Applications. Mc-Graw-Hill Companies, Inc.


methods

Lectures using power point presentations.

Problems solved in class.


Laboratory exercises.


methods

Final written examination. Student performance in Lab

assignments is taken into consideration.



Course title Design of Steel Structural Components


Type of course Mandatory


Year of Study Third

Semester Sixth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Nikitas Bazeos, Associate Professor


1. Know the material properties of steel.

2. Know the basic requirements of EC3.

3. Know the classification of cross sections.

4. Understand the mechanical behaviour of steel

members in: tension, compression, bending, shear

and torsion.


members under biaxial bending and axial and shear

load.


members in buckling.

7. Understand the mechanical behaviour of laced and

battened compression members.

8. Know the basics of design and details of structural

steel connections.

Competences At the end of this course the student will have developed

the following abilities:

1. Ability to know the material properties of steel.

2. Ability to know the basic requirements of EC3.

3. Ability to classify steel cross sections.

4. Ability to verify the ultimate limit state of steel

members in: tension, compression, bending, shear

and torsion.

5. Ability to verify the ultimate limit state of steel

members under biaxial bending and axial and shear

load.

6. Ability to understand the behaviour of steel members

in buckling.

7. Ability to understand the behaviour of steel laced and

battened compression members.

8. Ability to know the basics of design and details of

structural steel connections.


mandatory courses on Mechanics of Materials and Matrix

Analysis of Framed Structures.

Course contents Introduction to steel structures, material properties, basic

requirements of EC3, classification of cross sections,

tension, compression, bending, shear and torsion of steel

members. Bending, shear and axial force on steel

members. Buckling resistance of members. Laced and

battened compression members. Introduction to bolded


and welded connections. Design and details of structural

steel connections.

Recommended reading ”Steel Structures”, D. Beskos, University of Patras Press,

2008.

“Notes and Solved Problems in the Design of Steel

Structural Components”, D. Beskos, University of Patras

Press, 2008.

“Quotation of EC3 & EC!”

“Steel Structures”, Part I, II, A. Kounadis, Symeon Press,

2009.


methods

Lectures, term project on the plastic design of a steel

structure.


methods

Written exam (100%).



SEMESTER VII

Course title Analysis of Frame Structures




Year of study Fourth

Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Dimitris L. Karabalis


1. Recognize and use the classic stiffness matrices for

bar (axial and bending), plane stress-strain, plate,

three-dimensional and axisymmetric elements, as

they are derived using the finite element method.

2. Compute stiffness matrices derived from

isoparametric formulations.

3. Derive consistent nodal loads from a general forcing

pattern.

4. Recognize and model boundary conditions.

5. Formulate the complete structural stiffness matrix

and solve the related system of equations for the

parameters of interest.

Competences In addition, at the end of this course the student should be

capable to :

1. Perceive the load bearing characteristics of the

structure (static function) and choose the proper

finite element model for its numerical simulation.

2. Efficiently model simple and more “complicated”

structures.

3. Comprehend the influence of various factors (loads,

supports, stiffness distribution, etc.) upon the static

function of a structure.

4. Handle commercial finite element codes for the

static analysis of structures.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites. The students should have

sufficient knowledge in the areas of structural analysis,

strength of materials and applied mathematics, and feel

familiar with computational packages such as MATLAB,

MATHCAD, etc.

Course contents 1. Introduction – Principle of virtual work – equations

of equilibrium – shape functions.

2. Bars elements in 2-D and 3-D.

3. Plane stress-strain elements.

4. Plate elements.

5. 3-D elements in elasticity.

6. Axisymmetric elements.

7. Isoparametric elements.

8. Accuracy and convergence of the finite element


method.

9. Applications of commercially available computer

packages.

Recommended reading M. Papadrakakis „Analysis of structures with the Finite

Element Method‟ Papasotiriou editions, Athens 2001 (in

Greek).

R.D. Cook, D.S. Malkus and M.E. Plesha „Concepts and

Applications of Finite Element Analysis‟ (Third Edition)

John Wiley and Sons, 1989.


methods

Lectures in class (blackboard and powerpoint).

Recitations for problem solving. Homework assignments.


methods

Final examination (100% grade)



Course title Elements of Hydraulic Engineering





Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Emeritus Christos Chadjitheodorou

Learning Outcome By the end of the course, the students have been

presented with concepts and methods of applied

hydraulics, as they pertain to the design of hydraulic

structures. Emphasis is placed on the study of varied open

channel flow, combining theoretical procedures with

empirical information deriving from existing structures as

well as from physical models.

Skills At the conclusion of this course the students will have

developed the required skills to analyze some of the most

interesting and challenging problems of hydraulic

engineering. They will also possess the ability to

participate in the analysis and design of basic elements

and structures which frequently appear in a variety of

hydraulic works.

Prererequisites There are no prerequisite courses. The student must have

an adequate knowledge of Hydraulics and Hydrology.

Course content Classification of hydraulic structures on the basis of the

use of water and according to their function. Phases of

project development end parties involved in the design

and construction of hydraulic works. Basic principles of

Hydraulics. Instruments and structures for hydraulic

measurements. Spillways. Transition sections in open

channels. Hydraulic energy control : hydraulic jump, drop

structures, stilling basins. Design of open channels :

alignment, hydraulic design for subcritical and

supercritical flow, erosion protection.

Recommended reading 1. “Applied Hydraulics”, I.D. Demetriou, National

Technical University, Athens (in Greek)

2. “Applied Hydraulics in Engineering”, Henry M.

Morris, Ronald Press, N.Y.

3. “Hydraulic Engineering”, Roberson J. A., J.J.

Cassidy, M.H. Chaudhry, Houghton Mifflin Co.,

Boston


methods

Class lectures

Problem solving recitation sections

Laboratory


method

Final written exam. Student performance in the Lab is

also taken into consideration.



Course title Design of reinforced concrete plane elements





Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) E. Bousias, Assoc. Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the students should be able to:

1. Apply the design rules for bar anchorages and lap

splices

2. Design structures for the ultimate state of failure

due to torsion

3. Present the basic cases of slab configuration and

design slabs for the ultimate state of failure due to

flexure

4. Recognize the particular structural features of

shear walls and design shear walls for flexure and

shear.

Competences At the end of the course the students will have further

developed the following competences.


understanding of the mechanism of bar

anchoraging and bar lap-splicing

2. Capacity to design reinforced concrete elements at

the ultimate limit state of torsion

3. Ability to design slabs for flexure

4. Ability to apply capacity design rules for shear

walls at the ultimate limit state of flexure and

shear.

Prerequisites None

Course contents 1. Bond of concrete to steel.

2. Anchorage and lap-splicing of steel

reinforcement.

3. Design of concrete elements at ultimate limit state

for torsion.

4. Slabs: one-way slabs, two-way slabs, analysis,

design and detailing.

5. Slab design for punching.

6. Plane elements: deep beams, corbels, joints.

7. Shear Walls: design and detailing for seismic

actions

Recommended reading “Reinforced Concrete II”, M. Fardis, Univ. of Patras,

2009.


methods

In-class teaching, Example problems solved in-class,

Homework Problems (non-graded).


methods

Final exam (100%)



Course title Design of Steel Structures





Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Dimitri E. Beskos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course, the student will be able to

1) Determine the various kinds of loading on a

structure, such as dead, live, snow, wind and

seismic loads.

2) Combine appropriately the various kinds of load

and determine the design loads.

3) Transform the various geometric imperfections of

a structure into equivalent lateral loads.

4) Determine the critical or elastic buckling load of a

steel framework with the aid of the finite element

method.

5) Perform frame elastic analysis of 1st and 2

nd order.

6) Take into account P and P-Γ phenomena into

his analysis.

7) Design beam to column and base column

connections.

8) Design a simple steel trussed roof.

9) Design a simple industrial steel building.

10) Design a simple residential / office steel building.

Competences At the end of this course, the student will have developed

competences analogous to those mentioned in the

learning outcomes.

Prerequisites Design of Steel Components

Course contents Introduction to the design of steel framed structures.

Kinds of loads (dead, live, snow, wind, seismic) and load

combinations. Elastic analysis of framed structures with

imperfections. Elastic stability analysis of frames and

determination of their buckling load with the aid of the

finite element method. Elastic analysis of 1st and 2

nd

order and P and P-Γ phenomena. Design of beam to

column and base column connections. Design of steel

trussed roofs. Design of industrial and residential / office

steel framed buildings.

Recommended reading “Lessons of Steel Structures, Vols I & II”, D. Beskos,

University of Patras Press, Patras, 2008.

“Notes and Exercises in the Design of Steel Structures

according to EC3”, D. Beskos, University of Patras Press,

Patras, 2008.

“Steel Structures”, Vols I & II, A.N. Kounadis, Symeon

Publishing, Athens, 1989.



methods

Lectures and recitation


methods

A short design project (20%) and a written final exam

(80%).



Course title Highway Engineering




Year of Study Fourth

Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Theodorakopoulos, Prof.




Course contents Introduction, Driver – Traffic and Road Characteristics,

Highway Design – Highway Standards and Speeds –

Designing the Grade Line and Vertical Curves Over

Crests – Stopping and Passing Sight in Grade Line and

Over Crests – Design of the Cross Section, Surface

Drainage System, Grading Operations – Excavation and

Embankment – Free Haul and Bruckner Diagram.



methods



methods




Course title Foundation Engineering





Semester Seventh

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) G. A Athanasopoulos Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be able to

understand:

1. (a) The tasks that must be accomplished by the

foundation in order to achieve the proper functioning

of a structure, and (b) the differentiation between

shallow and deep foundations

2. The limit states of ultimate failure and serviceability

of foundations

3. The need for a rational estimation of the expected

settlement of a foundation under the applied loading

4. The need for a rational estimation of the ultimate

load capacity of a foundation

5. The differentiation of behavior between non-

cohesive and cohesive soils with regard to the

development of settlements and the ultimate load

capacity

6. (a) The purpose and the types of earth retaining

structures (b) the methods for estimation of earth

pressures and (c) the critical role played by the

displacement of structure



1. Plan the appropriate geotechnical investigation for a

project including in-situ testing

2. Estimate the ultimate bearing capacity of shallow and

deep foundations, for different types of ground

conditions, taking into consideration the available

codes

3. Estimate the expected settlement of a foundation and

compare it to the allowable values provided in the

code(s)

4. Analyze and design a foundation based on both

criteria of ultimate bearing capacity and allowable

settlement

5. Analyze and design on earth retaining structure,

including reinforced concrete walls and steel sheet

pile walls


recommended that students should have a working

knowledge of Soil Mechanics

Course contents 1. Introduction, 2. Geotechnical Investigation and In-situ

Testing, 3. Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations, 4.


Settlement of Shallow Foundations, 5. Earth Retaining

Structures, 6. Bearing Capacity and Settlement of Deep

Foundations

Recommended reading 1. Αλαγλωζηόποσιος Α.Γ. θαη Παπαδόποσιος, Β.Π.

(1989) “Δπηθαλεηαθές Θεκειηώζεης”, Δθδόζεης

Σσκεώλ, 320 ζει.

2. Αλαγλωζηόποσιος Α. θαη Παπαδόποσιος, Β. (2004),

“Θεκειηώζεης κε Παζζάιοσς”, Δθδόζεης Σσκεώλ,

217 ζει.

3. Salgado, R. (2008), “The Engineering of

Foundations”, Mc Graw-Hill Companies, Inc., 882p.


methods

Lectures using power-point presentations, problem

solving sessions and technical visits to construction sites

of foundation engineering projects


methods




SEMESTER VIII

Course title Structural Dynamics





Semester Eighth

ECTS credits 6

Name of lecturer(s) Stavros A. Anagnostopoulos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should have

learned the course material, as described below, and

especially:

1. The difference between static and dynamic loadings

and the derivation of dynamic models from

corresponding static ones, through appro-priate

reduction of Degrees of Freedom (DOF).

2. The methods for static and kinematic condensation

for reduction of DOF and the meaning of diaphragm

action

3. The approximation of various sources of damping in

a structure with viscous damping.

4. To know how to derive the equations of motion of

simple and complex models (Single DOF, generalized

SDOF, MultiDOF and continuous systems) for

dynamic actions and earthquake motions, as dynamic

equilibrium equations on the basis of D‟ Alembert‟s

principle.

5. The analytical and numerical solution techniques of

the equations of motion, with emphasis on the method

of modal analysis for MDOF and continuous systems

6. The concepts and usefulness of response and design

spectra of earthquake motions

7. He should understand structural response to

harmonic excitation and through that the response to

more complicated loadings, e.g. seismic

Competences After course completion the student should be capable:

1. To model structures for dynamic analyses, choosing

the proper dynamic DOF.

2. To simplify complicated problems for finding

simplified, yet accurate enough, solutions.

3. To solve analytically or numerically small size

problems

4. To generate computer models for dynamic analyses,

obtain the desired solution, interpret the results and be

in a position to recognize potential errors and their

source in the results.

Prerequisites 1. Engineering mechanics-statics

2. Vibrations


3. Applied mathematics II

4. Numerical methods

5. Mechanics of materials

6. Basic structural analysis

7. Matrix methods of linear structural analysis

8. Structural analysis using computers.

These prerequisites have not been formally established

by the Department

Course contents 1. Dynamic loading of structures. Difference from

static loadings

2. Equation of motion for SDOF systems for external

loads and earthquake excitations. Stiffness and

damping.

3. Equation of motions for generalized SDOF systems

4. Free and forced vibrations of SDOF systems.

Analytic solutions for harmonic loadings ( resonance,

dynamic amplification factor, vibration measurement

instruments)

5. Analytic solution for linearly varying loading and

recurrence formulas for multi-linear inputs.

6. Impact loadings, Duhamel‟s integral

7. Response and design spectra for seismic loadings.

8. Lumped mass MDOF systems, building models,

reduction of DOF by static and kinematic

condensation. Diaphragm action.

9. Free vibrations of MDOF systems. Mathematical

eigenvalue problem, natural frequencies and modes of

vibration.

10. Methods of computing eigenvalues and

eigenvectors, inverse and direct vector iteration

(method of Stodola-Vianello). Rayleigh‟s quotient.

11. Computation of forced vibration of MDOF

systems:

(a) Simple modal superposition method ( or mode

displacement method)

(b) Mode acceleration method (or modal method with

static correction)

(c) Step-by step numerical integration method.

12. Seismic response of MDOF systems using

response or design spectra

13. Dynamic response of beams as continuous

systems.

Recommended reading Dynamics of Structures: Theory and applications to

earthquake engineering. By A. Chopra, 3rd

Edition,

Prentice Hall.

Teaching and learning methods A combination of Lectures and tutorials where

example problems are solved on the board.

Assignment of 5-6 homework problems plus a term

project, typically involving the dynamic analysis of a

small building using commercial software such as


ETABS, SAP, etc . 2 graduate students and the

instructor are also available for answering questions.


methods

A 3-hour final written exam. Successful completion

and submission of all homework assignments and of

the term project may count up to 2/10 for the final

grade.



Course title Water Supply and Sewerage





Semester Eighth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Emeritus Christos Chadjitheodorou

Learning Outcome By the end of the course, the students have been

presented with concepts, information and methods that

find application in urban hydraulics. Emphasis is given

to special topics of the hydraulics and hydrology of

surface and ground water flow, including the

collection and storage of surface waters, reservoir

flood routing, groundwater use through wells,

transportation and distribution of urban water supplies,

flow rate estimation and design of the required sewer

systems.

Skills At the conclusion of the present course the students

will have developed the required skills to be able to

actively participate in the analysis and design of all

phases of a water supply system for a community or

urban center, as well as the design of the required

sewer systems, with emphasis placed on the design

parameters for storm water drainage. Included in these

skills are the estimation of the design period

population and water demand, the calculation of

required surface water storage volumes and the

creation of appropriate reservoirs, the evaluation of

reliable groundwater sources, the design of subsystems

for the transportation and distribution of urban water,

as well as that of the appropriate sewer systems.

Prererequisites There are no prerequisite courses. The student must

have an adequate knowledge of Elements of Hydraulic

Engineering.

Course content Water supply systems and sources of water.

Estimation of design period population and urban

water demand. Variations in demand. Collection of

surface water : calculation of required design storage

volume, reservoir flood routing, dams and reservoirs.

Groundwater development : steady and unsteady flow

to wells, groundwater recovery, multiple wells,

saltwater intrusion. Water transmission : transmission

systems, hydraulic design, alignment, pipeline

materials and appurtenances, pipe strength, water

hammer. Water distribution : design flow rate, velocity

and pressure, network equipment, adequacy of existing

distribution systems, storage reservoirs, network

design. Sewer systems : urban hydrology, sewer

hydraulics, design of sewer systems.


Recommended reading 1. “Siedlungswasserbau, Teil 1, Wasserversorgung”,

Georg Martz, Werner-Verlag, GMBH, Dusseldorf

2. “Siedlungswasserbau, Teil 2, Kanalization – 3”,

Georg Martz, Werner-Verlag, GMBH, Germany

3. “Water Supply and Pollution Control”, John W.

Clark, Warren Viessman Jr., Mark J. Hammer,

Harper & Row, New York


Problem solving recitation sections


method

Final written exam



Course title Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures





Semester Eighth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) M. Fardis, Prof.




Course contents Design of shallow foundations and foundation

elements. Design of staircases. Serviceability limit

states of cracking and deformations. Design of

reinforced concrete for durability. Ultimate limit state

of buckling. Earthquake resistant design and detailing

of reinforced concrete structures. Case studies of

seismic response and performance, of reinforced

concrete buildings and bridges.




methods




Course title Pavement Design and Construction





Semester Eighth

ECTS credits 5

Name of lecturer(s) D. Theodorakopoulos , Prof.




Course contents Introduction, Highway Capacity – Soils and Materials

– Aggregates – Cements Bituminous Materials –

Geotextiles – Tests for Aggregates and Bituminous

Materials, Constructing the Roadbed – Grading

Operations – Aspects of Construction, Base Courses –

Granular and Treated Base Courses – Aspects of

Construction, Bituminous Pavements – Design

Methods – Open Graded Mixes and Sheet Asphalt –

Aspects of Construction, Concrete Pavements –

Stresses and Design Procedures and Crack Control,

Highway Maintenance and Rehabilitation.




methods




ELECTIVE COURSES

DIVISION “A”

Course title Design of Prestressed Concrete Structures


Type of course Elective


Year of study Fourth – Fifth

Semester Eight – Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) E. Bousias, Assoc. Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the students should be able to:

1. Define the tendon profile and calculate the

relevant losses in prestressing

2. Perform structural analysis calculations for

isostatic and indeterminate prestressed

structures

3. Apply the relevant design rules regarding the

check for the serviseability limit state

4. Design prestressed structures for the ultimate

state of failure due to flexure, shear and torsion

Competences At the end of the course the students will have further

developed the following competences.


understanding of the basic behaviour of

prestressed structures, the design principles for

the tendon profile and determination of

prestress losses

2. Determine the action effects for prestressed

concrete structures

3. Capacity to design prestressed concrete

elements at the ultimate limit state of flexure,

shear and torsion

4. Ability to check prestressed concrete elements

for compliance to the serviceability limit states

5. Use the serviceability limits for the preliminary

design of prestressed concrete structures

Prerequisites None

Course contents 1. Introduction - Basic principles.

2. Materials, Types of prestressing, prestressing

systems.

3. Prestressing losses (immediate and long term).

4. Analysis of prestressed structures.

5. Indeterminate structures.

6. Design for Serviceability Limit State Design

for Ultimate Limit State.

7. Design in Shear and Torsion.

8. Synthesis of prestressed structures (selection of

cross-section, determination of prestressing


force, analysis employing the equivalent

loading method, selection of tendon profile).

9. Detailing of anchorage regions.

10. Examples.

Recommended reading “Prestressed Concrete”, M. Fardis, Univ. Of Patras,

2009.

Teaching and learning methods In-class teaching, Example problems solved in-class,

Homework Problems, Design Project.


methods

Final exam (70% of the final grade), homeworks and

design project (30% of the final grade)



Course title Structural Masonry


Type of course Elective course




ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Fillitsa Karantoni, Lecturer

Learning outcomes The scope of the course is the comprehension of :

a) The materials and the types of structural masonry

and their effect to the mechanical properties of

masonry

b) The methods and the advantages of available

instruments for the determination of the internal

structure and the mechanical characteristics of

existing masonry structures and for the record of

cracking and displacements

c) The specifications for the design of new structures

of plain, confined and reinforced masonry

according to Eurocodes

d) The structural function of arches, vaults and domes

as well as their failure modes and proper

strengthening measures

e) The design principles for new masonry structures

in seismic areas

f) Basic principles of fire protection

Competences After completed this course the student will be able to:

a) calculate the mechanical properties of an existing

or new masonry

b) choose the proper materials for structural masonry

in seismic areas

c) estimate the vulnerability of existing masonry

buildings frequent found in Greece

d) understand the structural function of arches, vaults

and domes, to give an explanation for the causes of

existing damage, if any, and to propose

strengthening measures

e) To design a building according to the specifications

of Eurocodes 6 and 8

f) To calculate the fire resistant of a masonry wall

Prerequisites Knowledge of Structural Materials and Mechanics of

Solids

Course contents Masonry types

Types and grouping of masonry units. Types of

mortars and specifications

Mechanical properties of Masonry

Compressive, flexural and shear strength. Modulus

of Elasticity. Walls under compressive and/ or later

loads.


Methods and instruments for the determination

of internal structure, the stress state and

deformation of existing masonry structures

The radar method, sonic and infrasonic method,

radiography, thermography, the flat-jack method,

mechanical and electrical strain gages, crack

meters.

Structural elements of buildings

Types of floors and sills. Types, function, failure

and strengthening measures of arches, vaults and

domes

Types and vulnerability of existing buildings

frequent found in Greece

Classification of building stock and relation

between structural type and vulnerability

Plain, Confined and Reinforced masonry.

Specifications according to EN 1996 and EN 1998

Fire resistance

Design according to EN 1996-1-2

Recommended reading Masonry Structures by F. Karantoni, ed. Papasotiriou

Any text book on structural masonry

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in the classroom


methods

Written Examination and term project



Course title Advanced Mechanics of Materials






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Manolis Sfakianakis, Assistant Professor

Catherine Papanicolaou, Lecturer


1. Know basic principles of solid mechanics (theory

of elasticity).

2. Ability to solve classic elasticity problems.



1. Ability to formulate solutions to simple 2-3-D

solid mechanics problems.


courses “Introduction to Mechanics of Materials” and

“Mechanics of Materials”

Course contents Generalized Hooke‟s Law for elastic solids. Isotropic

– anisotropic – homogenous – non-homogenous

materials. The Saint-Venant principle. The exact

theory of stress analysis for straight and curved beams

under tension, torsion and bending. Beams on elastic

foundations. Simple problems of 2-D elasticity

(prismatic wall elements under hydrostatic pressure,

thick-walled cylinders under internal and external

uniform pressure, stress concentration at the boundary

of perforations in plates under plane stress). Simple

problems of beams on elastic foundation, 2-3-D

elasticity (thick-walled spheres under internal and

external uniform pressure, torsion theory of circular

beams). Theory and simple applications of thin plates

and shells.

Recommended reading Course notes “Advanced Mechanics of Materials”, by

Manolis Sfakianakis and Catherine Papanicolaou,

University of Patras, 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures.


methods

Take-home exercises (40%) and written exam (60%).



Course title Plastic Design of Structures






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Nikitas Bazeos, Associate Professor


1. Know theorems of elastic-plastic bending of

beams and columns.

2. Know the principles of plastic collapse of beams.

3. Know theorems and methods of plastic design.

4. Know to apply plastic analysis for the design of

beams and frames.

5. Know to use plastic analysis software for the

design of frame structures.



1. Ability to know theorems of elastic-plastic

bending of beams and columns.

2. Ability to calculate the plastic collapse of beams

and columns.

3. Ability to apply plastic analysis for the design of

beams and frames.

4. Ability to use push-over analysis of framed

structures for the design of beams and columns.


mandatory courses on Mechanics of Materials and

Matrix Analysis of Framed Structures.

Course contents Introduction to plastic design and analysis of

structures. Elastic-plastic bending of beams. Plastic

collapse of beams. Basic theorems and methods of

plastic design. Plastic analysis and design of beams

and frames. Rules of plastic design in steel beams and

frames. Computer aided plastic analysis and design of

frames.

Recommended reading ”Notes of Plastic Design of Structures”, D.

Beskos, University of Patras Press, 2008.

“Elastic-Plastic Analysis of Steel Structures”, G.

Mihaltsos, Symeon Press, 2009.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, term project on the plastic design of a steel

structure.


methods

Written exam (70%) and term project (30%).



Course title Earthquake Engineering and Earthquake Resistant

Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Nine

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Stavros A. Anagnostopoulos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should have

understood and learned the course material, as

described below, and especially:

1. The characteristics of response and design spectra

of strong earthquake motions, as related to the

properties of such motions in a given area and to the

factors influencing them.

2. The elastic and inelastic earthquake response of

building structures and the factors affecting it.

3. The principles of earthquake resistant design so that

he/she should be able to apply them

Competences After course completion the student should be

capable :

1. To interpret the characteristics of a strong

earthquake motion in relation to the factors affecting

them

2. To understand and correlate the seismic response of

a structure with the characteristics of the earthquake

excitation

3. To understand the provisions of a modern

Earthquake Resistant Design Code (e.g. EC8), to know

their origin and justification and to apply this code for

earthquake resistant design of structures (mainly

buildings)

Prerequisites 1. Design of reinforced concrete linear elements.

2. Design of steel structural components.

3. Design of steel structures.

4. Design of reinforced concrete structures.

5. Structural dynamics.

These prerequisites have not been formally established

by the Department

Course contents 1. Introduction to the causes of earthquakes, to

engineering seismology and to earthquake

engineering. Earthquake magnitude and earthquake

intensity. Magnitude and intensity scales.

2. Seismic hazard and seismic risk. Their

quantification.

3. Characteristics of strong earthquake motions

4. Elastic response and design spectra.

5. Brief review of elastic modal analysis for lumped

mass MDOF systems. Response spectrum analysis


6. Inelastic earthquake response of SDOF systems.

Ductility, ductility factors and behavior (or response

reduction) factors, inelastic response and design

spectra.

7. Inelastic earthquake response of MDOF systems:

Plastic hinge nodel, inelastic dynamic analyses , static

pushover analyses

8. Principles of modern earthquake resistant design,

modern codes.

9. Special topics of earthquake engineering.

New technologies, seismic base isolation.

Recommended reading 1.Dynamics of Structures: Theory and applications to

earthquake engineering. By A. Chopra, 3rd

Edition,

Prentice Hall.

2. Eurocode 8 (CEN-Brussels)

3. Handout notes by the instructor

4. Various published articles

Teaching and learning methods Lectures accompanied by a series of about 5-6

homework assignments plus a term project, typically

involving the dynamic earthquake analysis of a small

building using commercial software such as ETABS,

SAP, etc. 2 graduate students and the instructor are

also available for answering questions.


methods

A 3-hour final written exam. Successful completion

and submission of all homework assignments and of

the term project may count up to 2/10 for the final

grade.



Course title Composite Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Nine

ECTS credits 4


Nikitas Bazeos, Associate Professor


1. Know the basic principles for the design of steel –

concrete composite structures.

2. Know the mechanics of the shear connection.

3. Understand the mechanical behavior of steel -

concrete composite elements: simply supported

and continuous composite beams and slabs;

columns under biaxial bending and axial load;

connections.

4. Know the basics of seismic design of steel –


5. Understand the mechanical behaviour of steel –

concrete composite members and systems in the

field of strengthening and seismic retrofitting.

6. Understand the mechanical behaviour of timber –

concrete composite beams and slabs.

7. Know the basic principles of the composite action

between concrete and fiber-reinforced polymer

composite materials.



1. Know the basic principles for the design of steel –


2. Calculate the strength, stiffness and slip of shear

connections.

3. Verify the ultimate and the serviceability limit

state of simply supported and continuous steel –


4. Verify the ultimate limit state of steel – concrete

composite columns.

5. Understand the behaviour of steel – concrete

composite connections in terms of strength and

stiffness, as well as to perform the relevant

calculations.

6. Explain the behavior of concrete members

strengthened with steel elements along the lines of

steel – concrete composite action.

7. Calculate the strength and stiffness of timber –


8. Understand basic principles of the composite

action between concrete and fiber-reinforced


polymer composite materials.


mandatory courses on concrete and steel design.

Course contents Steel-concrete composite structures: introduction,

materials, basis of design, full and partial shear

connection, simply supported and continuous beams

and slabs, composite columns, composite connections,

introduction to seismic design. Steel-concrete

composite members in the field of strengthening and

seismic retrofitting. Introduction to timber - concrete

composites and hybrid structures made of fiber-

reinforced polymers in combination with concrete.

Recommended reading ”Composite Structures”, T. Triantafillou, University of

Patras Press, 2010.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, term project on the design of a steel-concrete

composite structure.


methods

Written exam (70%) and term project (30%).



Course title Design and redesign of masonry structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Nine

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes The outcomes of the course is:

a) The verification of unreinforced and reinforced

masonry walls under compressive and lateral

loads

b) The verification of masonry buildings under

seismic loads

c) The pathology of masonry structures, focused on

the seismic vulnerability

d) The knowledge of available repair and

strengthening techniques as well as criteria for the

selection of strengthening measures based on

technical and social data

e) The proper selection for the repairing and

strengthening of damaged or vulnerable buildings

Competences After completed this course the student will be able to:

a) Execute a complete seismic verification of a new

or existing masonry building

b) Give an explanation of any damage of a masonry

structure

c) Choose the proper repairing or strengthening

measure for the retrofitting of an existing masonry

building

Prerequisites Knowledge of Structural Masonry

Course contents Design of masonry according to Eurocode 6

Unreinforced and reinforced masonry walls under

compressive or/and in-plane or out-of-plane

loading

Analysis methods and seismic behavior of

masonry buildings

The available methods for the analysis of masonry

structures are examined and their ability to predict

the seismic behavior of existing structures is

verified by comparing the results with the

developed seismic damage.

Damage of masonry structures

Damage generated of structural faults as well as of

soil effects. Seismic vulnerability of masonry

structures

Strengthening techniques

Fields of application and execution of techniques

like repointing, grouting, and sprayed concrete.


Structural details for the construction of horizontal

diaphragms and insertion of tendons.

Repairs and Strengthening of existing masonry

structures

Details on the selection and execution of the proper

repairing or retrofitting works depending on the

type of damage and masonry type

Effectiveness and cost of strengthening measures

Effectiveness criterion, effectiveness and relation

with the cost of retrofitting measures

Recommended reading a) Masonry Structures by F. Karantoni, ed.

Papasotiriou

b) Any text book on structural masonry according to

Eurocode 6



methods

Oral Examination and term projects



Course title Stability of Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Dimitri E. Beskos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course, the student will be able to

1) Solve simple problems of beam elastic

buckling.

2) Take into account the effect of inelasticity on

beam buckling.

3) Determine the elastic buckling load of beams

and frames by the finite element method.

4) Determine the failure load of a frame by the

Merchant-Wood formula.

5) Determine the elastic buckling load of simple

plates.

6) Determine the elastic buckling load of simple

circular cylindrical shells.

7) Understand simple stability problems of elastic

beams under axial time dependent load.

Competences At the end of this course, the student will have

developed competences analogous to those mentioned

in the learning outcomes.

Prerequisites Design of Steel Components

Design of Steel Structures

Course contents Introduction. Buckling of elastic beams. Inelastic

buckling of beams. Design curves. Analysis and

design of beam-columns. Elastic stability analysis of

frames with the aid of the finite element method.

Inelastic stability of frames and code provisions.

Special topics on frame stability. Stability analysis of

frames with an electronic computer. Elastic and

inelastic stability of plates. Elastic and inelastic

stability of cylindrical shells. Introduction to the

dynamic stability of structures.

Recommended reading “Stability of Structures”, D. Beskos, University of

Patras Press, Patras, 2008 (in Greek).

“Linear Theory of Elastic Stability”, A.N. Kounadis,

Symeon Publishing, Athens, 1997 (in Greek).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures


methods

A short take home exam (30%) and a written final

exam (70%).



Course title Repair and Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete

Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Stephanos E. Dritsos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course, the student will:

1. Be able to recognise the types and causes of damage

to elements of reinforced concrete structures,

2. Know and be able to choose appropriate strategies

for the redesign of existing structures,

3. Know the materials and technologies of

intervention,

4. Be aware of the models simulating the contact

between old and new elements and

5. Be able to structurally design repaired and

strengthened components depending on the selected

intervention.

Competences At the end of the course, the student will have


1. An ability to identify the causes of failure and

recognise the deficiencies of reinforced concrete

structures based on observed damage and the

assessment of residual resistance,

2. An ability to select an appropriate strategy and

method of intervention as well as the specialised

technology of application depending on the

deficiencies of the structure and

3. An ability to structurally design columns, shear

walls, beams, beam-column joints, slabs and

foundation elements in relation to the recognised

deficiencies and the selected intervention.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. Students must have

at least a basic knowledge of the Engineering

Mechanics/Statics, Mechanics of Materials and

Reinforced Concrete courses.

Course content 1. Pathology of Construction

Damage to columns, damage to shear walls, damage

to beams, damage to beam-column joints, damage to

slabs and damage to foundations. Empirical method

of estimating the residual strength and stiffness of

components and the structure.

2. Strategy and Process of Redesign

Redesign as a multi-dimensional problem, a strategy

for intervention, structural strengthening as a whole.

3. Materials and Technologies of Interventions.


Special types of concrete, polymer adhesives, repair

mortars, gluing steel sheets or fibre reinforced

polymers, shear links/anchors, anchors and welding

new reinforcing bars.

4. The Basis for Redesign

Material safety factors, monolithic correction factors,

design of metal connections, anchors and new welded

reinforcement, designing the interface between old

and new concrete.

5. Repair-Strengthening Structural Elements

Repair-strengthening of columns, repair-

strengthening of shear walls, repair-strengthening of

beams and slabs, repair-strengthening of beam-

column joints and repair-strengthening of

foundations.

Recommended reading 1. "Theory of Planning Repairs and Strengthening", T.

Tassios, Civil Engineering Technical Publications,

2009.

2. “Greek Retrofitting Code”, third draft, Greek

Organisation for Seismic Planning and Protection,

Greek Ministry for Environmental Planning and Public

Works, 2009.

3. "Provisional National Technical Specification

(PETEP): Repair and Rehabilitation of Structures due

to Damage from Earthquake and Other Harmful

Factors”, S.E. Dritsos, S. Theodorakis, C. Spanos, G.

Tzanetos, ed. TEE, 2008.

4. "Repair and Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete

Structures", S.E. Dritsos, Patras, 2005.

Teaching and learning methods PowerPoint presentations and blackboard lectures

supplemented with handouts. Tutorials. Final project.


methods

Written examination (50% of final grade). Evaluation

through a student conference (50% of final grade).



Course title Design of Special Concrete Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Μ. Fardis, Prof.




Course contents The analysis and design of special reinforced and

prestressed concrete structures: Water towers,

bunkers, silos, plates and shells, cooling towers,

bridges and suspended cable structures.



Assessment and grading methods Proposal expected by the lecturer



Course title Special Topics on Structural Engineering I




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Petros Marathias, Lecturer


able to

1. Present the methods of static analysis of

structures in plane.

2. Apply the Cross method and zero-moment

point method.

3. Find influence lines on linear structures.

4. Present the analysis methods of discs and

walls.

Competences Design, idealization and analysis of two-

dimensional structures.


recommended that students should have at least

basic knowledge of structural analysis.

Course contents Review of static analysis methods in plane.

Approximate methods of analysis – Cross

method, zero-moment point method. Influence

lines for trusses. Static analysis of discs and

walls. Applications to complex two-dimensional

structures.

Recommended reading 1. “Statics of Structures, Part A”, Aristarchos

Oikonomou

2. “Statics of Structures, Part B”, Aristarchos

Oikonomou

3. “Analysis of Linear Structures”, Petros

Marathias

4. “Applied Statics”, Kurt Hirschfeld

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and projects.

Assessment and grading methods Verbal and written exams (70%)

Projects (30%)



Course title Theory of Plates and Shells




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4



able to

1. Present the basic orthogonal plates equations

according to Kirchhoff-Love hypothesis.

2. Present the membrane theory of cylindrical

and spherical shells.

3. Present the general membrane theory.

4. Present the non-linear theory of cylindrical

and spherical plates.

Competences Stress and deformation calculation of random

shaped shells in space.



basic knowledge of Statics.

Course contents Introduction to plates and shell theory. Theory of

elasticity. Orthogonal plates equations according

to Kirchhoff-Love hypothesis. Orthogonal plates

analysis using Fourier series. Round plates

analysis. Membrane theory of cylindrical and

spherical shells. General membrane theory. Non-

linear theory of cylindrical and spherical plates.


Oikonomou


Oikonomou


Marathias


5. “Elementary statics of shells”, Alf Pfluger



Projects (30%)



Course title Timber Structures




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes The outcomes of the course is:

a) The knowledge of the principles of design

according to EC5

b) The knowledge of mechanical properties of

solid timber, glued laminated timber, LVL,

and wood-based panels

c) The verification of timber beams, columns

and joists according to EC5

d) The design of connections with metal

fasteners

e) Specifications and verification of components

and assemblies, i.e. glued beams and

mechanically jointed and glued columns

Competences After completed this course the student will be

able to:

a) Design a timber building

b) Execute a complete verification of a timber

structure under vertical and horizontal

loading

c) Design and verify nailed, screwed, bolted and

dowelled metal connections

Prerequisites Knowledge of Structural Materials and

Mechanics of Solids

Course contents Basics on wood structure

Macro- and micro-structure of wood

Actions and environmental influences

Load-duration classes

Service classes

Mechanical properties of wood

Solid timber

Glued laminated timber

Laminated veneer lumber (LVL)

Wood-based panels

Design

Design of cross-sections under tension

parallel and perpendicular to the grain,

under compression parallel and

perpendicular to the grain, under bending,

under shear and torsion

Cross-sections under combined bending and

axial tension, under combined bending and


axial compression

Stability of members

Design of cross-sections in members with

varying cross-section or curved shape

Connection with metal fasteners

Timber-to-timber and panel-to-timber

connections

Steel-to-timber connections

Nailed, bolted, doweled and screwed

connections

Components and Assemblies

Glued thin-webbed beams, glued thin-

flanged beams

Mechanically jointed beams, mechanically

jointed and glued columns

Trusses with punched metal plate fasteners

Recommended reading


Assessment and grading methods Written examination and term project



Course title Materials and Design of Precast Elements




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Catherine Papanicolaou, Assistant Prof.

Thanasis Triantafillou, Professor


1. Know the basic design principles of precast

concrete structures.

2. Know the main properties of innovative

concretes used in prefabrication.



1. Ability to know basic design principles of

precast concrete structures.

2. Ability to prescribe, test and assess the main

fresh- and hardened-state properties of the

advanced concretes used in prefabrication.

3. Ability to write comprehensive technical

reports pertinent to precast technology and to

present their contents in public.

Prerequisites Good understanding of the material covered in

the courses “Structural Materials”, “Design of

Reinforced Concrete Linear Elements”, “Design

of Reinforced Concrete Plane Elements”

Course contents Historical development of prefabrication,

Materials, Applications, Definitions and stages

of production process, Categories of

prefabrication systems, Structural lay-outs of

prefabricated buildings, Comparisons between

conventional and industrialized construction,

Cost issues, Prefabrication and aesthetics,

Prefabrication in Greece: problems, trends and

prospects, Modern developments. Advanced

concretes: Lightweight concrete, Fiber-

reinforced Concrete, Self-Compacting Concrete

and Architectural Concrete.

Recommended reading Course notes “Materials and Design of Precast

Elements”, by Catherine Papanicolaou,

University of Patras, 2008.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, powerpoint tutorials, technical visit to

a precast factory.

Assessment and grading methods Project presented in class and combined with

oral exam and written exam.



Course title Nonlinear Structural Analysis




Year of course Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Μanolis Sfakianakis, Ass. Professor


1. Have introduced to the principles of non-

linear structural behaviour of structures sub-

jected to static or dynamic loading condi-

tions.



1. Ability to formulate solutions of foundame-

ntal nonlinear problems of frame structures.

Prerequisites Good understanding of the material covered in

the courses «Mechanics of Materials», «Analysis

of Framed Structures», «Matrix Analysis of

Framed structures», «Computer aided Structural

Analysis», «Dynamics of Structures» and «R/C

Beam-Column Design».

Course contents Review of solutions methods for nonlinear

equation problem solving. Geometric

nonlinearity and applications to trusses, beams

and frames.

Material nonlinearity. Analysis of sections, axial

load - bending moment interaction diagrams and

bending moment - curvature diagram under con-

stant axial load. Displacement based response of

nonlinear beams. Material nonlinearity and a-

nalysis of member sections under cyclic loading.

Plastic hinge models for beams and frames. Ap-

plications to pushover and dynamic analysis of

structures under seismic loadings. Applications

using programs SAP 2000 and ETABS Non-

linear.

Recommended reading Course Notes by Μ. Sfakianakis.


Assessment and grading methods Written exam (60%) and Take-home exercise

(40%).



Course title Special Topics on Structural Engineering II

Course code CIV- E013



Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4



able to

5. Present the methods of static analysis of

space structures.

6. Find influence lines on plane structures.

7. Present methods to decrease the degrees of

freedom.

Competences Design, idealization and analysis of three-

dimensional structures.



basic knowledge of Statics.

Course contents Review of static analysis methods in space.

Methods to decrease the degrees of freedom.

Influence lines for plane structures. Static

analysis of discs and walls. Applications to

complex three-dimensional structures.


Oikonomou


Oikonomou


Marathias




Projects (30%)



DIVISION “B”

Course title Soil Dynamics






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) G. Athanasopoulos, Prof.




Course contents Sources of dynamic soil loading. Vibrations of

SDOF and 2-DOF systems. Instrumentation for

measuring vibrations. Wave propagation in linear

and viscoelastic soils. Dynamic properties of soils,

methods for their measurement. Shear Stress-

strain behaviour of soils under dynamic loading,

test results and modelling. Vibration of

foundations, determination of equivalent spring

and damping constants. Allowable values of

vibration levels.






Course title Introduction to Computational Geotechnical

Engineering






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) George Mylonakis, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student will be

familiar with:

1. A group of basic computational methods

applicable to Geotechnical Engineering

2. The basic programming techniques for

applying the methods

3. Application of the Finite Element Methods

(FEM) in basic problems of Geotechnical

Engineering

4. Applying FEM in one-dimensional beam

on elastic foundation problems, piles and

wall props.

5. Applying FEM in two-dimensional flow in

porous medium problems

6. Applying FEM to planar linear elasticity

problems.

Competences By the end of the course the student will have



understanding of the engineering

properties and behavior of soils as

engineering materials

2. Ability to apply the Finite Difference

Method to simple boundary value

problems

3. Ability to apply the Finite Element

Method to simple boundary value

problems

4. Ability to use specialized software for

solving Geotechnical Engineering

problems

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. Students should

have basic knowledge of Mechanics of Materials,

Soil Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics.

Course contents 1. Fundamentals of Computer Arithmetic

Precision, number, storage, rounding-off error,

truncation errors

2. Basic Computational Methods

Roots of algebraic and transcendental equations,

systems of linear algebraic equations, eigenvalue

problems


3. Finite Difference Methods

Basic principles, applications to initial value and

simple boundary value problems

4. Elements of Soil and Fluid Mechanics

Basic parameters for assessing soil behavior

under stress and hydraulic loading. Differences

between problems in structural and

geotechnical engineering

5. Finite Element Methods I

One-dimensional problems concerning piles,

bracings and continuous footings

6. Finite Element Methods II

Two dimensional problems of flow in porous

media. Computer applications

7. Finite Element Methods III

Plane elasticity problems. Computer

applications.

Recommended reading 1. “Elements of Computational Geotechnical

Engineering“, K.I. Papantonopoulos, U. Patras

editions, 2009 (in Greek)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures, power point presentations, recitation

sessions

Assessment and grading methods Homework Assignments (25%)

Term Project (25%)

Final Examination (50%)



Course title Harbour Works Analysis and Design






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Athanassios A. Dimas, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes 1. Basic principles of coastal hydraulics.

2. Design guidelines of port facilities layout.

3. Failure modes and design principles of

harbour works.

4. Design of breakwaters, quays and pylons.

Competences 1. Knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories relating

to the action of wind waves in the coastal

zone.

2. Application of such knowledge in analysis of

wind data and computation of “design wave”.

3. Application of methodologies in the design of

breakwaters, quays and pylons.

4. Synthesis and application of knowledge to the

preliminary design of small harbour project.



knowledge of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics.

Course contents 1. Legal framework of Greek ports.

2. Port site selection.

3. Coastal hydraulics: gravity waves, surf zone,

wind-generated waves.

4. Design ship and port layout.

5. Operation and failure modes of harbour

structures.

6. Rubble-mound breakwaters.

7. Vertical-wall breakwaters.

8. Composite breakwaters.

9. Wharves.

10. Cylindrical pylons.

11. Dredging.

12. Port environmental management.

Recommended reading Coastal Engineering Manual. Engineer Manual

1110–2-1100, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,

Washington, D.C., 2002.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures of theory and problem solving, computer

presentations of coastal hydraulics animations,

completion of collaborative design project by

students working in teams of 3-5.

Assessment and grading methods Final exam (70% of grade) and design project

(30% of grade).




Course title Computational Hydraulics






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Professor Alex. C. Demetracopoulos

Learning Outcome By the end of the course, the student will be able

to solve Hydraulic Engineering problems

employing computational (numerical) methods in

cases where:

1. The governing equations are algebraic but

cannot be solved analytically (e.g. normal and

critical depth in open channel flow).

2. The governing equations are ordinary

differential equations (e.g. gradually varied

flow in open channels, hydrologic routing

through reservoirs, contaminant transport in

well mixed systems).

3. The governing equations are partial

differential equations (e.g. contaminant

advection and diffusion – dispersion, flow

through porous media, transient flow in open

channels and closed conduits).

4. There is a need for special numerical technics

(e.g. time series analysis for hydraulic or

hydrologic data).

Skills By the end of the course, the student will have


1. Ability to analyse Hydraulic Enginnering

problems and determine governing equations.

2. Ability to determine / identify the suitable

computational / numerical methodology and

write the appropriate computer code.

Prererequisites The student must have adequate knowledge of

Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics, Hydrology,

Hydraulic Works and. Warer Supply and

Sewerage.

Course content Mathematical modelling in Hydraulic

Engineering. Numerical solution of algebraic

equations (examples). Flow in pipe networks.

Ordinary differential equations for solution of

gradually varied flow, hydrologic routing through

reservoirs, mass transport through well-mixed

water bodies. Numerical solution of partial

differential equations which describe diffusion –

dispersion, flow through porous media, transient

flow in pipes and open channels.

Homework (35% of final grade) and project (65%


of the final grade).

Recommended reading Books in Computational Hydraulics


Homework ( 35% of final grade)

Final Project 65% of final grade.)

Assessment and grading method See above



Course title Laboratory Topics in Hydraulic Engineering




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Georgios M. Horsch, Asst. Professor

Learning outcomes Consolidation, through experiments, of basic

results of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics

Competences Students are expected to develop the following

skills:

1) Ability to perform simple experiments in

Hydraulics

2) Ability to analyze experimental results and

evaluate them through comparison with

pertinent theories

3) Writing technical reports

Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites. Basic Fluid

Mechanics and Hydraulics are, however,

assumed.

Course contents Recapitulation of selected topics from Fluid

Mechanics and Hydraulics. Experiments on: 1)

Impact of a jet on plates, 2) Sharp-crested weirs,

3) Orifice and Jet , 4) Energy losses in closed

conduits, 5) Flow in open channels and force on

a sluice gate, 6) Reynolds experiment and flow

around a dydrofoil.

Drag and lift.

Recommended reading Fluid Mechanics, V.L. Streeter, E.B. Wylie and

K.W. Bedford.

Teaching and learning methods Blackboard lectures, experiments performed by

the students, Video movies (Britannica, NSF,

USA, and from the Iowa Institute of Hydraulic

Research, NSF, USA)

Assessment and grading methods Grading the Technical Reports reporting the

results of each experiment

Final oral examination



Course title Groundwater




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes - Parameters characterizing storage

capacity and conductivity of porous

materials

- Types of aquifers

- Equation of one-dimensional and two-

dimensional flow in porous media.

- Radially symmetric flow to wells

- Analytical and graphical solutions of flow

equation.

- Finite difference method for the solution

of the two-dimensional flow equation.

- Mechanisms of mass transport in porous

media

Competences - Methods to estimate hydraulic

conductivity and porosity of porous

materials.

- Estimation of hydraulic head distribution

and of the discharge for one-dimensional

flow in systems of aquifers (confined,

unconfined and leaky aquifers).

- Solution of radially symmetric flow in

confined, unconfined and leaky aquifers.

- Method of superposition and graphical

method for the analysis of two-

dimensional flow; simplified finite

difference equation.

- Analytical solution of the one

dimensional transport equation in porous

media.



knowledge of Fluid Mechanics.

Course contents Groundwater in the hydrological cycle;

Hydraulic properties of porous media (porosity,

hydraulic conductivity); One-dimensional flow

in confined, unconfined and leaky aquifers;

Solution of the radially symmetric flow in

different types of aquifers and pumping tests;

Analysis of two-dimensional horizontal flow

with analytical, graphical and numerical (finite

difference) methods; Mechanisms of mass

transport in porous media (advection, dispersion,


sorption, decay); Analytical solution of the one-

dimensional mass transport equation in porous

media.

Recommended reading Kaleris, V., 2004. Material for the course

“Groundwater”. Notes

Tolikas, D.K., 2006. Groundwater Hydraulics.

Epikentron Editions, Thessaloniki.

Terzidis, G.A. & Karamouzis, D.N., 1985.

Hydraulics of Groundwater. Zitis Editions,

Thessaloniki.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures of theory and problem solving

Assessment and grading methods Final exam.



Course title Water Resources Management




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes - Components of a management plan

- Control and analysis of hydrological data

- Main principals of rainfall-runoff models

- Multiple cell models for the analysis of

groundwater problems

- Fundamentals of linear programming

Competences - Methods of data analysis (double mass

curve, outliers detection, time series

analysis, kriging)

- Basic concepts and equations used to

describe the hydrological processes in

rainfall-runoff models (evapotranspi-

ration, water storage, linear reservoir)

- Application of multiple cell models for

aquifer analysis.

- Application of graphical methods and

Simplex algorithm in optimization

problems.



knowledge of Hydrology.

Course contents Purpose of water resources management;

Components of a management plan; Analysis of

hydrological data (double mass curve, outliers

detection, time series analysis, kriging);

Rainfall-Runoff models (usual equations used to

describe the hydrological processes); Prediction

of flood peaks (unit hydrograph method, SCS

runoff curve number); Simple groundwater

models (multiple cell models); Linear

programming.

Recommended reading Notes

Teaching and learning methods Lectures of theory and problem solving

Assessment and grading methods Final exam (90% of grade) and problem sets

(10% of grade)



Course title Coastal Hydraulics




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) Athanassios A. Dimas, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes 1. Basic principles of wave action in the coastal

zone including shoaling, breaking, setup,

runup, refraction, diffraction, reflection and

transmission.

2. Spectral analysis and prediction of irregular

wind waves.

3. Basic principles of coastal currents and

longshore sediment transport.

Competences 1. Knowledge and understanding of essential

facts, concepts, principles and theories

relating to the action of wind waves in the

coastal zone.

2. Application of such knowledge in analysis of

wind data and computation of wave data.

3. Computation of longshore sediment transport

and assessment of coastal erosion potential.



knowledge of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics.

Course contents 1. Linear and nonlinear gravity waves.

2. Wave refraction, diffraction, reflection and

transmission.

3. Breaking waves.

4. Wave setup and runup.

5. Wind-generated waves.

6. Design wave.

7. Wave-driven currents.

8. Coastal sediment transport.

Recommended reading Coastal Engineering Manual. Engineer Manual

1110–2-1100, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,

Washington, D.C., 2002.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures of theory and problem solving,

computer presentations of coastal hydraulics

animations, solution of three problem sets by

students working individually.

Assessment and grading methods Final exam (100% or 80% of grade) and problem

sets (0% or 20% of grade depending on negative

or positive contribution to the total grade).



Course title Introduction to Rock Mechanics

Course code CIV-921



Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4





Course contents Mechanical and physical characteristics of rocks,

rock masses and discontinuities. Rock and rock

mass classification systems and applications. In

situ stresses. Laboratory and in situ determination

of the design parameters. Failure criteria and

deformation moduli for rocks, rock masses and

discontinuities. Analytical and numerical

simulation of rock formations using continuum

mechanics theories (elasticity, plasticity and

viscoelasticity). Limit equilibrium analysis of two

and three dimensional bodies. Simulation of

discrete media. Rock slopes, foundations,

underground excavations and tunnels in rock

formations.. Water flow in rocks and rock masses.






Course title Geodetic Applications




Year of study Fifth

emester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) SC Stiros, Assistant Prof.

Learning outcomes At the end of this lesson, the student is expected

to know

The application of special geodetic techniques in

various fields of the activity of the Civil Engineer

(Geotechnical Engineering, Seismotectonics,

Setting up of special structures such as high

pylons and tunnels, oscillations measurements,

marine surveys, testing structural integrity of

various constructions such as dams, etc).

2. the principles of operation and the operation of

new instruments such as laser scanners and of

new survey techniques

3. the basic principles of special methods and

techniques for analysis of geodetic and other data

4. methods for calibration of instruments and

assessment of their quality/accuracy

Competences At the end of this lesson, the student is expected

to have developed the following competences:

1. Familiarization with or ability to use special

geodetic instruments (GPS, laser scanner, robotic

theodolite, ..) and of advanced techniques for

digital signal processing

2. ability to find solutions in special problems a

Civil Engineer faces (special works, structural

integrity controls, ground stability investigations,

and solution of complicated problems Ability to

plan and control the accuracy of common, even

of complicated survey works

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites, but the student must

be acquainted with the teaching outcomes of the

lessons “Geodetic Measurements” and Geodesy

and with basic ideas of Linear Algebra and of

Mathematical Analysis, as well as the use of

computational software such as

MATHEMATICA®

Course contents Geodetic application in Geotechnical

Engineering (tunnel alignment, stability control

of the ground and of structures), setting up of

pylons, control of geometry changes in dams,,

applications in Archaeology, in Seismotectonic

research, special, digital terrain and object

models


Recommended reading 1. Stiros, S., Theory of Measurements and of

Errors, Symmetria, Athens, 2010

2. Marerial for various webpages, articles and

free-access e-notes



instruments and techniques

3. support teaching for the preparation of projects

and of PPT presentations

4. Tests

5. Seminars from people from the Academia and

the Industry

6. Project preparation and presentation

7. Field excursion


methods

The final grade is a function of the active

participation in the overall teaching process, of

the grading in the test and of the

quality/difficulty/success of the project and of its

presentation

Language of instruction Greek, Literature mostly in English


Course title Geotechnical Investigation Methods




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) D.K. Atmatzidis, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be

able to:

1. Know the composition of a geotechnical

investigation report.

2. Know methods of drilling and sampling.

3. Know the basic laboratory soil mechanics

tests.

4. Know the most frequently performed field

tests.

Know methods for field instrumentation and

monitoring.



skills/competences:

1. Ability to perform the basic soil mechanics

laboratory tests.

2. Ability to participate in the planning and

execution of a geotechnical investigation

program, including in-situ tests.

3. Ability to participate in the planning,

execution and interpretation of a field

instrumentation and monitoring program.


recommended that students have a good

understanding of the content of the courses Soil

Mechanics I and II and foundations

Course contents 8. Geotechnical investigation Steps, drilling methods, sampling, in-situ

tests.

9. Laboratory soil mechanics tests Gradation, Atterberg limits, permeability,

compaction, consolidation, shear strength

10. Field instrumentation and monitoring Methods and instruments for monitoring the

behavior of soils and geotechnical

construction.

Recommended reading 1. “Engineering Properties of Soils and their

Measurement”, J.E.Bowles, McGraw-Hill

Book Co., 1978

2. “Experimental Geotechnical Engineering”,


S.D. Kostopoulos, ION publications, 2005.

(in Greek)

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and laboratory.


methods

Lab reports (50% of final grade) and final exam

(50% of final grade).



Course title Hydrodynamics of Bays and Reservoirs




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Georgios M. Horsch, Asst. Professor

Learning outcomes Students are intended to become familiar with:

1) The basic components of hydrodynamic

circulation in coastal and lacustrine waters.

2) Basic forms of the equations which govern

the circulation and estimation of the order

of magnitude of various terms.

3) Simple, one-dimensional models of wind-

induced and tidal circulation and density

currents.

4) Complications introduced in the circulation

by complex bathymetry and stratification

(coastal currents, the cycle of thermal

stratification, internal waves).

Competences Students are expected to develop the following

skills:

1) Ability to identify which of the

components of circulation may be

important in specific situations

2) Ability to estimate order of magnitude of

various parameters of circulation through

simple models

3) Develop the required theoretical

background in hydrodynamics (but not in

numerics) for the interpretation of

numerical simulations of hydrodynamics

circulation.

Prerequisites There are no formal prerequisites. Familiarity

with undergraduate Fluid Mechanics is,

however, assumed.

Course contents Prerequisites from fluid mechanics (Navier-

Stokes and Reynolds equations, equations on a

rotating frame, scaling of the equations).

Overview of circulation in bays. Wind induced

circulation. Tidal circulation. Density currents.

Stratification in reservoirs.

Recommended reading Lecture notes, by the instructor

Review articles on hydrodynamic circulation

Teaching and learning methods Blackboard lecturing supplemented with

projection of video movies (Britannica, N.S.F.

U.S.A.)

Solution of sample problems


Assessment and grading methods Grading of homework problems




Course title Topics on Soil Improvement and Reinforcement




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4


D.A. Athanasopoulos, Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the students should be

able to:

1. Know the properties, functions and

applications of geotextiles.

2. Know available materials, methods of

analysis and construction of reinforced earth

projects.

3. Know the grouting methods for soil

improvement.



skills/competences:

1. Ability to select a geotextile and to design

simple applications.

2. Ability to design reinforced earth structures.

3. Ability to participate in the design and

execution of a grouting program.


recommended that students have at least a basic

knowledge of Soil Mechanics and Foundations

Course contents 1. Introduction Review of soil improvement methods.

2. Geotextiles Hydraulic and mechanical properties,

applications, design and construction

methods.

3. Reinforced earth Reinforcements (including geosynthetics),

properties, design and construction methods.

4. Grouting Injection grouting, compaction grouting, jet

grouting.

Recommended reading Students are provided with class notes.


Assessment and grading methods Written final exam.



DIVISION “C”

Course title Principles of Construction Management




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) Athanasios P. Chassiakos, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should be able to:

1. Describe the project breakdown structure and

present it with network diagrams.

2. Estimate the duration and cost of project activities.

3. Perform project scheduling, resource allocation and

cost management analyses.

4. Develop a baseline project schedule for application.

5. Perform project monitoring and control analysis.



1. Ability to appropriately select project resources.

2. Ability to make probabilistic project scheduling

analysis.

3. Ability to optimize project resource allocation.

4. Ability to use project management software.

5. Ability to evaluate risks in project development.


Course contents 16. Introduction to construction project management.

17. Project structure analysis: work breakdown

structure (WBS), project activities, precedence

relations between activities.

18. Project estimating: resource selection, activity

duration and cost estimation.

19. Project scheduling: network techniques, critical

path method (CPM), Gantt charts.

20. Stochastic project scheduling, the Pert method.

21. Resource allocation: resource loading, resource

leveling, constrained resource scheduling.

22. Financial management: the project budget, cash

flow and the S-curve, project crashing, time-cost

tradeoff analysis.

23. Project tracking and control: project monitoring,

the earned value method, project rescheduling.

24. Project management software.

25. Linear programming applications in project

management.

Recommended reading 1. “Project Management: Planning and Control”, R.

Burke, 2nd

edition, John Wiley and Sons, 1997.

2. “Project Management: Engineering, Technology, and

Implementation”, A. Shtub, J. Bard and S.


Globerson, Prentice Hall International Editions,

1994.

3. “Project Administration & Managenent”, A.

Demetriades, New Technology Editions, Athens,

2004 (in Greek).

4. “Principles of Construction Management”, R.

Pilcher, 3rd

edition, McGraw-Hill, 1992.

Teaching and learning methods Class lectures, software presentation, problem solving

by students in class, homework assignments.


methods

Final written exam. Homework is additionally taken

into account.



Course title Transportation Infrastructure Management




Year of study Fourth - Fifth

Semester Eighth - Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Dimitrios D. Theodorakopoulos, Professor

Athanasios P. Chassiakos, Assoc. Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student should be

able to:

1. Identify the main distresses of transportation

infrastructure.

2. Determine the main consequences of

transportation infrastructure deterioration.

3. Propose alternative maintenance and

rehabilitation measures.

4. Evaluate and propose optimal maintenance

and rehabilitation strategies in a network

level and in a project level.



skills/competences:

1. Ability to estimate the cost and effectiveness

of maintenance and rehabilitation measures.

2. Ability to use prediction models for

infrastructure condition deterioration in time.

3. Ability to prioritize the maintenance and

rehabilitation needs.

4. Ability to propose maintenance and

rehabilitation measures to improve traffic

safety.

5. Ability to develop expert systems for

maintenance management.

Prerequisites Pavement Design and Construction

Course contents a. Economics of transportation infrastructure

projects, life cycle analysis, benefit-cost

analysis.

b. Monitoring and evaluation of road

pavements, bridges and structures, distress

types, characteristics and triggering causes.

c. Road element performance modeling,

condition indices, deterioration prediction.

d. Maintenance, rehabilitation, and

reconstruction strategies.

e. Prioritization of maintenance needs, optimal

resource allocation.

f. Traffic safety considerations, accident

prevention measures.

g. Application of expert systems for pavement


and bridge management.

h. Computerized pavement and bridge

management systems

Recommended reading i. “Highway Engineering: Highway

Maintenance and Management”, Α.

Mouratides, University Studio Press, 2008 (in

Greek).

Teaching and learning methods Class lectures, homework assignments.


methods

Final written exam (60%), homework

assignments (40%).



Course title Urban Traffic Design




Year of Study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Evaggelos-Gerassimos Matsoukis, Assoc.

Professor


able to

1.Recognize the main techniques and

methodologies of Traffic Flow Theory

2 Recognize the main techniques and

methodologies of Urban Traffic Design

3 Apply the main statistical methods for the

manipulation of traffic data

4. Know the main issues of traffic signs and

traffic signals

5. Know the main Traffic Management

Techniques

6.Know the main elements of intersection

design- level and at grade intersections

7.Design and study bus priority measures

8. Recognize the countermeasures to face the

consequences of transport works on the urban

environment



skills/competences


understanding of essential facts related to the

behavior of traffic flow

2. Ability to carry out a traffic sign and signal

study

3. Ability to apply Traffic Management

techniques.

4. Ability to design bus priority measures

5. Ability to design measures facing the

consequences of transport works on the

urban environment


recommended that students should have at least a

basic knowledge of Traffic Engineering and

Applied Mathematics-Statistics.

Course contents 1.Introduction to Traffic Flow Theory

2. Volume, Speed and Density of traffic

3. Statistical methods for the study of traffic

characteristics .

4.Hydrodynamic and Kinematic models of


Traffic

5.Car Following Theory.

6.Driver Information Processing Characteristics

7.Simulation on Traffic Flow

8.Queing models

9.Traffic signs and signals.

10.Traffic Management Techniques..

11.Intersections

12. Bus priority measures.

13. Effects of Transport works on the urban

environment

14.Countermeasures to deal with te

consequences on the urban environment due to

traffic

Recommended reading 1. «Traffic Flow Theory» ,Δ. Μatsoukis,

University of Patras publications, Patras. (A

textbook in Greek language)

2. « Techniques of Urban Traffic Design » Δ.

Μatsoukis, University of Patras publications,

Patras.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures on the blackboard and/or using slides

for overhead projectors or power-point

presentations..Problem solving seminars for the

instructive solution of synthetic problems.

Exercises for students on a self basis and /or

working in teams.


methods

Written examination (80% of the final mark).




Course title Air Pollution




Year of study Fourth-Fifth

Semester Eighth-Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) Panayotis C. Yannopoulos, Associate Professor

Learning outcomes At the end of this course the student should be able

to

1. Know general features of air pollution, as well as

acid rain, stratospheric ozone depletion and

greenhouse worming phenomena.

2. Know the air pollutants, their properties and human

and environmental impacts, taking into consideration

the effect of meteorology in pollutant dispersion.

3. Evaluate the air quality based on air quality

standards.

4. Simulate the dispersion of air pollutants using Gauss

modeling, regarding emissions from point, line and

area sources.

5. Apply the suitable air pollution technology and

recommend the pertinent short-term and long-term

abatement strategy for emission control of airborne

and gaseous air pollutants.


developed the following skills/competences

1. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding

of important physic-chemical properties, concepts,

theories and mechanisms related to air pollution.

2. Ability to apply this knowledge and understanding in

describing, simulating and solving uncommon

problems of air pollution.

3. Ability to adopt and apply methodology for air

pollution abatement strategy in several practical

problems and studies, as to optimize activity

planning (industries, harbors, airports), to control

traffic and transportation, to trace new roads etc.

4. Study skills needed for continuing professional

development.

5. Ability to interact with others in performing

environmental impact assessment studies, as well as

in interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary problems.


recommended that students should have at least a basic

knowledge of Chemistry and Applied Mathematics.

Course contents 1. 1. Introduction. Definitions, air pollution components

(categories of sources, pollutants, atmosphere,

dispersion – processes, receptors), former history.

2. 2. General Features of Air Pollution. Categories,


Measurement units, Sources, Regional and global

environmental impacts of air pollution (acid rain,

nuclear matter dispersion, stratospheric ozone

depletion, greenhouse worming), International

monitoring boards.

3. 3. Pollutant Properties and Impacts. Particulate air

pollutants, Carbon monoxide, Sulfur oxides,

Hydrocarbons, Oxides of nitrogen, Secondary

pollutants and monoxide of nitrogen, Photochemical

oxides.

4. 4. Air Quality. General features, Criteria and standards

of air quality, Emission standards.

5. 5. Meteorology and Air Pollution. Meteorological

elements (heat and atmospheric stability, barometric

pressure, winds, absolute and relative humidity),

Effects of meteorological parameters in pollutant

dispersion, Periodicity and long-term behavior of air

pollution.

6. 6. Pollutant transport and dispersion. Basics,

Maximum mixing height, Simulation of air pollutant

dispersion (pollutant emission from point, line and area

source and their contribution).

7. 7. Air Pollution Control Technology. Natural

mechanisms, Design of chimneys, Pollutant control at

source (particulate control devices, gaseous pollutant

control devices).

8. 8. Air Pollution Abatement Strategy. General

elements, Selecting the optimum strategy for long-term

control of air pollution.

9. 9. Air Quality Measurements and Analysis. General

principles, Sampling, Sampling devices, Particulate

sampling devices, Methods for selecting the sampling

site and time, Methods for determining air quality,

Standard methods for air quality determination,

Monitoring networks and telematic data transfer.

Recommended reading 1. “Air pollution”, P.C. Yannopoulos, Patras, 1994. (A textbook in Greek)

2. “Atmospheric Dispersion Modeling Compiance Guide”, K. B. Schnelle, Jr. and P. R. Dey, McGraw-Hill, 2000.

3. “Air pollution – effects, control & alternative technologies», J. B. Gendekakis, Tziolas Editions, 2003.

4. “Air Pollution Control – A Design Approach”, C. D. Cooper and F. C. Alley, 3rd edition, translated in Greek by Gr. Kalaboukas, I. Latsios, Tziolas Editions, 2004.

5. “ Air Pollution with Meteorological Elements”, M. Lazaridis, Tziolas Editions, 2005.

6. “Air Pollution – photochemical models of air


quality”, St. Karathanasis, Tziolas Editions, 2007. Teaching and learning methods Lectures and/or PowerPoint presentations. Problem-

solving seminars for the instructive solution of synthetic

problems. Collaborative problem-solving work by the

students. Demonstration of the laboratory Station for Air

Pollution Measurements.


methods

Written examination (Part A‟ – Theory 33% of final

grade and Part B‟ – Problems 67% of final grade)



Course title Transportation Systems Analysis and Design I






ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Prof. Y.J. Stephanedes

Learning outcomes + Present the most important components

of transportation systems analysis

+ Apply the principles of utility theory to

identify the most appropriate demand

functions in transportation systems

+ Apply the principles of demand-supply

equilibrium to identify the basic

equilibrium states of transportation

demand

+ Evaluate transportation systems with

respect to demand performance

functions

Competences + Ability to demonstrate knowledge and

understanding of essential facts,

concepts, principles and theories relative

to analytical transportation systems.

+ Ability to apply such knowledge and

understanding to the solution of

qualitative and quantitative problems of

an unfamiliar nature.

+ Ability to adopt and apply relevant

methodology to the solution of unfamiliar

problems in transport, traffic and road

analysis.

+ Ability to apply skills for continuing

professional development.

+ Ability to interact with others in

researching, analysing, and reporting on

multidisciplinary professional problems.

Prerequisites None.

Course contents Introduction to transportation systems analysis.

Components of transportation systems analysis.

Transportation demand. Elements of demand-

supply equilibrium. Elements of evaluation.

Recommended reading Manheim, Marvin L. (1979). Fundamentals of

Transportation Systems Analysis, Vol. 1, MIT

Press, ISBN 0-262-13129-3.

Teaching and learning methods Lecture, problem-solving seminar, collaborative

problem research and analysis in groups of five

to eight.



methods

+ Three tests (47.5% of total grade)

+ Final project report (47.5%)

+ Class participation (5%)

All 3 tests and project must be passed.

Passing grade for each is 60 out of 100. Grade

scaling is used.

Language of instruction Greek. May be in English if needed.


Course Title Restoration of monuments and sites


Type of Course Elective course




ECTS credits 4



able to :

1. Comprehend the value of restoration of

monuments through the knowledge of the

historic environment

2. Be acquainted with the legislative context

and the main principles of conservation

and rehabilitation of the architectural

heritage

3. Be acquainted with the philosophy and

methods of conservation

4. Be familiar with the process of

restoration study



skills/competences :

1. Ability to select repair methods, based on

principles and legislative context

2. Ability to prepare the restoration study

based on the properties of the restoration

methods


recommended that students should have

sufficient knowledge of technical drawing and

construction technology

Course contents Historical and architectural

documentation of monuments

Statutory regulations (Venice Charter –

Declaration of Amsterdam) and main

principles of preservation, conservation

and rehabilitation of monuments

Methodology of restoration

Methods of repair, structural principles in

relation to historic building,

environmental factors affecting historic

fabric and modern interventions into

historic buildings

Presentation of restoration examples

Recommended reading Bouras X, 1983, Restoration of

monuments I and II, NTUA, Athens

(Greek edition)


Feilden Bernard, 2003, Conservation of

historic buildings, Third Edition,

Architectural Press, Oxford

Jukka Jokilehto, 2004, A history of

architectural conservation, Elsevier

Verras D, 2002, Restoration of

monuments and sites, University of

Patras (Greek edition)

Verras D, 1985, Methodological

Approach in Structural and

Morphological restoration of monuments,

PhD thesis, CivilEngineering Dept.,

Polytechnic School, University of Patras

(Greek edition)

Verras D, Vintzilaiou E, Triantafullou A,

2004, Damage estimation due to

earthquakes, repair and reinforcement of

historic, traditional and monumental

buildings, Greek Open University, Patras

(Greek edition)

Weaver E. Martin, 1997, Conserving

buildings, a manual of techniques and

materials, Revised Edition, John

Wiley&sons, Inc, USA


laboratory sessions with examples/exercises


methods

Written examination (100% of the final grade).



Course title Wastewater Disposal




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) P. Yannopoulos, Associate Professor


able to

1. Generally know the regulations and basic

operational principles of the wastewater

disposal system in water bodies.

2. Better realize probable environmental

impacts due to wastewater disposal and how

to confront them.

3. Evaluate the hydraulic and environmental

features, suggest, study and design the

suitable wastewater disposal system.

4. Participate in the studies of wastewater

disposal systems and environmental impact

assessment.

5. Inspect the application of studies and

evaluate the operation of the wastewater

disposal systems.



skills/competences


understanding of essential points, concepts,

theories and mechanisms related to the design

of wastewater disposal systems.

2. Ability to apply this knowledge and

understanding in describing, simulating and

solving uncommon problems of wastewater

disposal.

3. Ability to adopt and apply the methodology to

the prediction of the pollutant diffusion and

dispersion in several practical problems and

studies of wastewater disposal, like through

submarine outfalls.

4. Study skills needed for professional

development.

5. Ability to employ this knowledge in studying

wastewater disposal systems, as well as to

interact with others on interdisciplinary or

multidisciplinary problems.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is

however recommended that students should have

at least a basic knowledge of Hydraulics,


Chemistry and Applied Mathematics.

Course contents 1. Introduction. Concepts and Definitions,

Wastewater disposal and ecological processes,

Environmental Impacts, Philosophy of the

wastewater disposal, Quality of receiving

water bodies, Pollutant loads, legislation.

2. Pollutants, Impacts, Characteristics. Pollutants and environmental impacts, Surface

waters, Soil, Ground waters, Atmosphere,

Pollutant characteristics, Physical, chemical

and biological characteristics of receiving

water bodies.

3. Design of wastewater disposal systems. Methodology, basic features and regulations,

Quality criteria for determining least dilution,

Legislation, design of a wastewater disposal

system, Estimation of the self-purification

ability of the receiving water bodies.

4. Diffusion of Wastewater and Gaseous

Emissions. Introduction, Buoyant jets,

Multiport outfalls, Computation of

concentrations in the near field and the far

field.

5. Dimensioning of Wastewater Disposal

System in Water Bodies. Main parts, Head

tank, Wastewater conduit, diffuser, Hydraulic

design, Case-study.

Recommended reading 1. “Wastewater Disposal”, P.C. Yannopoulos, Patras, 1994. (A textbook in Greek) For necessary knowledge of chemical and biological processes the following book is suggested:

2. «Wastewater Treatment», ST. Tsonis, Editions Papasotiriou, Athens, 2004 (in Greek).

Teaching and learning methods Lectures and/or PowerPoint presentations.

Problem-solving seminars for the instructive

solution of synthetic problems on pollutant

diffusion and dispersion. Collaborative

homework by the students working in teams of

two and presentation.


methods

Written examination plus a grade bonus of up to

20% of the final grade through the homework.



Course title Environmental Impact Assessment Studies of

Technical Works




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Panayotis C. Yannopoulos, Associate Professor


able to

1. Generally recognize probable environmental

impacts on works and activities under study.

2. Categorize environmental impacts, as well

as the risks coming from works and

activities.

3. Assess environmental impacts and suggest

the suitable measures to protect and restore

the environment.

4. Organize the study of the environmental

impact assessment.

5. Inspect the application of studies and

measures during the construction of works.



skills/competences



theories and mechanisms related to the

environmental impact assessment.



solving uncommon problems of

environmental impacts.

3. Ability to adopt and apply the methodology

to the recognition and assessment of the

environmental impacts in several practical

problems and studies, like in locating of

activities (industries, harbors, airports),

traffic lights control, traffic and

transportation improvements, road planning,

solid waste disposal, etc.


development.

5. Ability to employ this knowledge in

studying environmental impacts assessment,

as well as to interact with others on

interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary

problems.


Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. It is

however recommended that students should have

at least a basic knowledge of Chemistry.

Course contents a. Introduction. Concepts and Definitions,

Environment and Works, Environmental

Impacts, Historical review, Significance of

environmental impacts, Legislation.

b. Prediction and Assessment of

Environmental Impacts. Methodology and

application of prediction techniques as well as

their evaluation, Risk prediction and

evaluation, Environmental impact assessment

due to accidents.

c. Mitigation of Environmental Impacts and

Risks. Methodology of evaluation of

alternatives, Restoration of the environment,

Risk mitigation, Safety systems for risk

prevention.

d. Monitoring of Environmental Impacts. Methodology, Quantitative and qualitative

monitoring.

e. Studying and Preparing Written

Documentation. Methodology for organizing

an environmental impact assessment study

and inspecting the general study.

f. 6. Legislation and Procedure for Approval

of Environmental Impact Assessment

Studies. National and European legislation,

Public awareness and participation,

Environmental terms, Responsibility for

approval, Means of Justice.

Recommended reading 1. “Environmental Impact Assessment Studies of Technical Works”, P.C. Yannopoulos, Patras, 2001. (A textbook in Greek)

2. “Environment – Environmental Impact Assessment”, G.C. Vavizas, Editions Papasotiriou, Athens, 2003 (in Greek).

3. “Standards for Environmental Impact Assessment”, N. Moussiopoulos, Editions Zitis, Thessaloniki, 1999 (in Greek).

4. “Environmental Impact Assessment”, L. W. Canter, 2nd edition, McGraw – Hill, 1996.



solution of synthetic problems on Environmental

Impact Assessment. Two problem-solving works

by students with presentation.


methods

Written examination (90% of the final grade) and

two works (10% of the final grade).



Course title Design of Environment Protection Woks




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4



able to:

1. Present the different possible alternatives

for water and wastewater treatment as

well as for the management of solid

wastes.

2. Know the legislative requirements

3. Know the appropriate size of equipment

and installations.

4. Appreciate the financial data and also to

take into account the need for smooth

operation of the final design.


further developed the following skills/

competencies.

1. Knowledge for the different possible

alternative solutions.

2. The ability to propose the appropriate

design.

Prerequisites Water treatment

Wastewater treatment

Course contents 1. Municipal plants for the treatment of water

and wastewater, works for the management

of municipal solid wastes and biosolids.

2. National and community legislation.

3. Quantities produced and size of the works,

Quality characteristics.

4. Design philosophy.

5. Evaluation and selection of treatment

facilities.

6. Dimensions of the units for the

environmental protection system.

7. Financing, operation and testing.

Recommended reading 1. S.P. Tsonis (2004). Wastewater Treatment.


2. S.P. Tsonis (2003). Water Treatment.


3. S.R. Quasim, 1999, Wastewater Treatment

Plants, Technomic Publishing, Inc.,

Lancaster, PA, USA.

4. Metcalf and Eddy Inc., 2003, Tchopanoglous,


G., Burton, F.L., Stensel H.D., (Eds),

Wastewater Treatment and Reuse, 4th

ed.

McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.


Design and presentation of a project from each

student

Assessement and grading

methods

Written examination

Language oif instruction Greek


Course title Environmental Measurements


Type of course Optional


Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4



able to:

1. Know procedures for the determination of

common quality characteristics of water and

wastewater.

2. Know specific instrumental methods of

analysis for the determination of water and

wastewater characteristics.



competencies.

1. Ability to determine common water and

wastewater quality characteristics.

2. Ability to determine specific parameters in

water and wastewater (i.e. zeta potential,

particle size distribution, organic micro

pollutants).

Prerequisites Water Treatment

Wastewater Treatment

Course contents 1. Water and wastewater quality characteristics

and common determination methods.

2. Specific instrumental analytical methods:

zeta potential, particle size distribution,

organic micro pollutants, ion analysis, and

heavy metals.

Recommended reading 1. Clesceri, L. S., Greenberg, A. E., Eaton, A.

D., Eds. Standard Methods for the

Examination of Water and Wastewater, 20th

ed., American Public Health Association:

Washington, DC, 1998.

2. Ewing, G.W. Instrumental Methods of

Chemical Analysis. 5th

edition, McGraw-Hill

Inc., 1985.

3. Hiemenz, P.C. and Rajagopalan, R.

Principles of Colloid and Surface Chemistry.

Marcel Dekker, Inc., 1997.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures in class.

Experimental determination of quality

characteristics from each student.


methods

Written examination




Course title Advanced Transportation Systems




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes Present the most important components

of advanced transportation systems

Apply the principles of transportation

systems design theory to identify the most

appropriate functions in advanced

transportation systems

Apply the principles of transport systems

dynamics to identify the basic causal

relationships in advanced transportation

systems

Apply the principles of control theory to

quantify the basic causal relationships in

advanced transportation systems

Evaluate advanced transportation systems

with respect to control systems

performance functions

Competences Ability to demonstrate knowledge and

understanding of essential facts, concepts,

principles and theories relative to

advanced transportation systems.

Ability to apply such knowledge and




Ability to adopt and apply relevant


problems in transport, traffic and route

design.

Ability to apply skills for continuing


Ability to interact with others in

researching, analyzing, solving, and

reporting on multidisciplinary

professional problems.

Prerequisites Linear differential equations.

Recommended: Transportation Systems Analysis

and Design I

Course contents Introduction to advanced transportation systems.

Advanced transportation management systems.

Advanced traveler information systems.


Advanced public transportation systems.

Advanced driver support systems.

Recommended reading Stephanedes, Y.J. (2004). Intelligent

Transportation Systems. Chapter 86, The

Engineering Handbook, 2nd

Edition, Ed. R. C.

Dorf. CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida.


problem research and solution in groups of five

to eight.


methods

Two tests (47.5% of total grade)

Final project report (47.5%)

Class participation (5%)

Both tests and project must be passed.


scaling is used.



Course title Transportation Systems Analysis and Design II




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4


Learning outcomes Present the most important components

of transportation systems design

Apply the principles of systems theory to

identify the most appropriate supply and

service functions in transportation

systems

Apply the principles of demand-supply

equilibrium to identify the basic

equilibrium states of transportation

supply

Evaluate transportation systems with

respect to supply and service performance

functions




synthetic transportation systems.







problems in transport, traffic and road

design.




researching, solving, and reporting on

multidisciplinary professional problems.

Prerequisites None.


and Design I

Course contents Introduction to transportation systems analysis.

Components of transportation systems analysis.

Transportation demand. Elements of demand-

supply equilibrium. Elements of evaluation.

Recommended reading Manheim, Marvin L. (1979). Fundamentals of

Transportation Systems Analysis, Vol. 1, MIT

Press, ISBN 0-262-13129-3.




to eight.


methods

Three tests (47.5% of total grade)





scaling is used.



Course title Intelligent Transportation Systems




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecture(s) Prof. Y.J. Stephanedes

Learning outcomes Present the most important applicationsof

artificial intelligence in transportation

systems and transport telematics

Apply the principles of intelligent

transportation systems to transportation

systems design

Apply the methods of intelligent

transportation systems to data collection

and estimation

Evaluate intelligent transportation

systems with respect to dynamic

performance functions




intelligent transportation systems.







problems in transport, traffic and route

design.




researching, analyzing, solving, and

reporting on multidisciplinary

professional problems.

Prerequisites Linear regression. Time series.


and Design I

Course contents Introduction to the application of artificial

intelligence in transportation. Intelligent

transportation systems methods. Intelligent

transportation data collection systems.

Intelligent transportation estimation systems.

Transport telematics.

Recommended reading Stephanedes, Y.J. (2004). Intelligent

Transportation Systems. Chapter 86, The


Engineering Handbook, 2nd

Edition, Ed. R. C.

Dorf. CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida.



to eight.


methods

Three tests (47.5% of total grade)





scaling is used.



Course title Building Science




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4



able to :

1. Analyze a building brief

2. Analyze the building brief of special

purpose buildings (commercial,

educational, leisure etc)

3. Be familiar with the main design

categories of a project (architectural,

structural, mechanical/electrical)

4. Advance on the preparation of the

architectural project, according to the

building brief

5. Know the phases of the architectural

design



skills/competences :

1. Identification of requirements for the

purposes of composing a building brief

2. Ability to compose a building brief

3. Ability to compose a building brief for a

special purpose building (commercial,

educational, leisure etc)

4. Ability to prepare the architectural project

according to the building brief

5. Ability to extract the requirements per

design stage



knowledge of technical drawing and construction

technology

Course contents Methods and management of building

design

Special purpose buildings

Project categories (architectural,

structural, mechanical/electrical)

Management of architectural design

Stages of architectural design

Laboratory assignments

Recommended reading Adler David, 2000, Metric Handbook,

Planning and design Data, Second


Edition, Architectural Press, Oxford

Hancock Callender John, 1997, Time-

saver Standards for Architectural Design

Data, Seventh Edition, McGraw-Hill

Book Company, New York

Hodgkinson Allan, 1982, AJ Handbook

of Building Structure, The Architectural

Press, London

Neufert Ernst, 2000, Architect‟s Data,

Third Edition, Blackwell Science Ltd,

Oxford

Ramsey&Sleeper, 2000, Architectural

Graphic Standards, Tenth Edition, The

American Institute of Architects, New

York

Salvatori Mario – Heller Robert, 1975,

Structure in Architecture, Prentice Hall,

Inc, New York

Verras D, 2000, Construction Technology

I, University of Patras (greek edition)

Verras D, 2000, Construction Technology

II, University of Patras (greek edition)

Zannos Alexander, 1987, Form and

structure in architecture, Van Nostrand

Reinhold Company, New York


laboratory sessions with examples/exercises/

tests individually from each student or in groups


methods

Written examination (100% of the final grade).

The students' performance in the exercises and

tests influences the final grade accordingly



Course title Simulation of Water and Wastewater Treatment

Plants




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4



able to:

1. Understand the differences of theoretical and

experimental simulation in different scales.

2. To simulate the operation of the various

treatment steps.

3. To choose the appropriate laboratory

measurements for evaluation of fidelity and

validity of simulation.



competencies.

1. Ability to perform simulation of water and

waste treatment processes.

2. Ability to propose more appropriate designs.

Prerequisites Water treatment

Wastewater treatment

Design of Environmental Protection Works

Course contents 1. Theoretical analysis, simulation in laboratory

and pilot scale.

2. Simulation examples for treatment steps and

treatment systems.

3. Laboratory measurements for the evaluation

of the simulated operation and assessment of

the designed system

Recommended reading 1. N.P. Nikolaidis, (2005) Aquatic Chemistry

(Theory, Models and Environmental

Applications), ΕΖΤΖ Publications,

Thessaloniki.

2. J. Schnoor, (2003). Περηβαιιοληηθά κοληέια,

εθδόζεης Τδηόια, Θεζζαιολίθε

3. Party G.G and Chapman D, (1989).

Dynamic Modeling and Expert Systems in

Wastewater Engineering, Lewis Publishers,

Inc.



Laboratory exercises.

Assessement and grading Written examination


methods

Language oif instruction Greek


Course title Solid Waste Management




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Panayotis C. Yannopoulos, Associate Professor


able to

1. Generally know the regulations and basic

concepts of the solid waste management

systems, as well as their types, features and

management methods.

2. Better realize probable environmental

impacts due to alternative solid waste

management methods and how to confront

them.

3. Evaluate methodologies and suggest the

suitable management scheme for the

sustainable and integrated management of

municipal solid wastes.

4. Participate in the studies of solid waste

management systems and environmental

impact assessment.

5. Inspect the application of studies and evaluate

the operation of the solid waste management

systems.



skills/competences



theories and mechanisms related to the solid

waste management.



solving uncommon problems of solid waste

management.

3. Ability to adopt and apply the methodologies

of solid waste management to several

practical problems and studies, like to

organize and operate recycling systems,

composting, incinerating with energy

recovery and land filling.


development.

5. Ability to employ this knowledge in studying

solid waste management systems, as well as

to interact with others on interdisciplinary or


multidisciplinary problems.


recommended that students should have at least a

basic knowledge of Chemistry and Technical

Economy.

Course contents 1. Introduction. Concepts and Definitions,

Sources, Types, Properties, Legislation.

2. Management methods. Prevention and

Recycling, Production, Collection and sorting,

Collection and system analysis,

Transportation, Treatment and recovery of

materials and resources, Final disposal.

3. Land filling. Field selection for the landfill,

Methodologies, Management of gasses,

leachate and treatment.

4. Design and Operation of Landfills. Design

parameters, Layout, Field Selection

Methodologies, Data collection for

environmental monitoring.

5. Disposal Alternatives. Dumping in soil,

Dumping in deep wells.

6. Environmental Impact Assessment.

Methodology, Comparative study among

alternatives for solid waste management.

7. General Directions in Europe. Waste

production, Management Methodologies,

Strategy and Principles, Responsibility,

Implications.

Recommended reading 1. “Solid Waste Management”, P.C. Yannopoulos, Patras, 2006. (A textbook in Greek)

2. «Vital Management of Municipal Solid Wastes», D.C. Panagiotacopoulos, Editions Zygos, Thessaloniki, 2006 (in Greek).



solution of synthetic problems on municipal solid

waste management. Ζomework by the students

working either individually or in teams of two.

Assessment and grading methods Written examination (80% of final grade) plus a

grade from homework (20% of the final grade).



Course title Special Topics in Environmental Engineering




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of instructor Professor Constantinos V. Chrysikopoulos


able to:

1. Understand the basic concepts of flow in porous

media.

2. Understand the basic concepts of contaminant

transport in porous media.

3. Know the mechanisms that govern the

retardation factor.

4. Know the various sorption mechanisms of

contaminants onto the solid matrix of

subsurface formations.

5. Understand the peculiarities of unsaturated

porous media.



skills/competences:

1. Ability to classify groundwater aquifers.

2. Ability to derive the three-dimensional flow

equation from first principles.

3. Ability to derive from first principles

appropriate equations for three-dimensional

contaminant transport in porous media.

4. Ability to select appropriate sorption isotherms

and to obtain the corresponding distribution

coefficients.

5. Ability to design systems for the retention of

bio-colloids suspended in the aqueous phase.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses. However, it is

recommended that the students have basic

knowledge of chemistry, physics, and applied

mathematics.

Course contents 1. Water and subsurface aquifers

2. Water flow in aquifers

3. Basic concepts in contaminant transport in

porous media

4. Adsorption

5. Theory of deposition of suspended particles

6. Mathematical analysis of contaminant transport

in porous media

7. Unsaturated porous media

Recommended readings Chrysikopoulos, C.V., Special Topics in

Environmental Engineering, University


Lecture Notes, University of Patras, pp. 250 (in

Greek).


methods

Lectures using the traditional blackboard, and

problem solving seminars.


methods

(1) Term paper (60% of final grade).

(2) Homework exercises (20% of final grade).

(3) Two oral presentations of the material

associated with the selected topic of the term

paper (20% of final grade).



Course title Airports and Air Transport




Year of Study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Evaggelos-Gerassimos Matsoukis, Assoc.

Professor


able to

1. Recognize the main design elements of a

MASTERPLAN Study of an Airport.

2 Study and calculate the air transport movements

that are needed for the airport design.

3 Calculate the Airport Capacity

4 Recognize and apply the principles for the

design of the runway, the taxiway, the apron , the

auxiliary facilities of an airport.

5 Know how to carry out a design study related to

the parking facilities, passenger facilities and

safety of the land side and air side of the airport

6. Know the design principles as regards to the

Helikodroms as well as the main air transport

issues of the Greek Territory.



skills/competences


understanding of essential facts related to

an Airport MASTERPLAN study

2. Ability to estimate airport capacity

3. Ability to design the main elements of an

airport , runways, taxiways, apron, etc.

4. Ability to design the wind rose of an

airport

5. Evaluate the design elements for the

passenger and cargo terminal buildings

6. Ability to design the airport auxiliary

facilities

7. Ability to carry out a traffic sign and

signal study of an airport

8. Ability to make a position choice and

design a helikodrom.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisite courses.

Course contents 1.Introduction

2.Choice of the airport position

3. Design Elements which affect the Airport .

4. Air Traffic Control systems.

5. Design and geometric study of the runway


arrangement

6. Airport Capacity

7.Apron Design.

8. Passenger Terminal and Air Cargo Facilities

9. Auxiliary Facilities.

10. Signs and Signals .

11. Helikodroms.

12. Airport Equipment.

13. Air Transport in the Greek Territory.

Recommended reading 1. «Airports» ,C. Abacoumkin, Symmetria

publications , Athens 1990. (A textbook in Greek

language)

2. « Airports » Δ. Μatsoukis, Symmetria

publications , Athens 2008.

Teaching and learning methods Lectures on the blackboard and/or using slides for

overhead projectors or power-point

presentations..Problem solving seminars for the

instructive solution of synthetic problems.

Exercises for students on a self basis and /or

working in teams.

Assessment and grading methods Written examination (80% of the final mark).




EXTERNAL INSTRUCTORS

Course title Economy of Technology




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) N. Vernardakis, Prof.




Course contents The Importance of technological change. Main

current implications. The theoretical

underpinnings of Innovation Theory. The

relationship between Science and Technology.

Knowledge, learning and innovation. From

invention to innovation. The nature and

characteristics of innovation. The sources of

innovation. The process of Research and

Development, its characteristics and their

implications. Technological trajectories and

paradigms. Technological opportunities and

industrial structure. Innovation, industrial

structure and size of firms. Innovation intensity at

the national level. Diffusion Theory. Inter-sectoral

and intra-sectoral diffusion. Technology transfer.

Technological change and Economic Theory.

Technological change and its dictates on

Microeconomic Theory, on the Theory of

International Trade, and on Growth Theory. The

impact of technological change on the economy.

At the macroeconomic level, national and

international, at the sectoral level. Technical

change and the evolution of sectors. The

mechanisms through which technological change

impacts upon the evolution of sectors.






Course title Construction Machinery




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 4

Name of lecturer(s) Argirios Dentsoras

Learning outcomes At the end of the course the student will be

familiar with the:

types, categories and utilization of

construction machinery

fundamental performance characteristics

and the most important capabilities of

common and specific construction

machines (soil stabilizers, soil compactors,

scrapers, bulldozers, excavators, graders,

loaders and trucks)


developed the following skill/competences:

ability to choose the type and size of the

proper construction machine

ability to define the required performance

characteristics

ability to calculate motion resistances and

traction forces

ability to calculate the cycle time and

productivity of a construction machine

Prerequisites Basic knowledge of mechanics and kinematics

Course contents Introduction - Construction equipment -

Types, classifications and use

General theory

o Material characteristics

o Motion resistance

o Adhesion coefficient

o Efficiency of construction

equipment

o Traction and towing

o The operational cycle

o Productivity and capacity of

construction equipment

Types of construction equipment

o Soil stabilizers

o Soil compactors

o Scrapers

o Bulldozers


o Excavators

o Graders

o Loaders

o Trucks

Examples - Exercises

Recommended reading Construction Machinery, Dentsoras,

University notes, 2006, Patras

Construction Machinery, Efremides,

Symmetry ed., 2002, Athens

Elements of construction machinery, Kofitsas,

Ion ed., 2007, Athens

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures with slide presentations

Exercise solving

Assessment and grading methods

Written exams at the end of semester

(grading scale 1 to 10, minimum successful grade

= 5)



Course title Diploma Thesis




Year of study Fifth

Semester Ninth

ECTS credits 14

Name of lecturer(s) Departmental.

The thesis is prepared under the supervision of an

appropriate member of the department who has

the responsibility for the direction of the in-depth

study. It is possible for the student to request the

supervision of the thesis by an external faculty

member, provided that the subject matter and

training is consistent with the direction of in-

depth study.

Learning outcomes In this work, the student deals with a topic of

research and/or the application of study to

analyse and synthesise data through exploring the

chosen specialised field in-depth by:

1. Evaluating data from experiments or field

measurements and developing concepts from the

bibliography and

2. Processing data by using analytical simulations, related software or civil engineering processes.

Competences After this work, the student acquires the ability to

investigate a topic of expertise in-depth, using

generated or collected data.

Prerequisites All courses.

Course contents The student performs the diploma work

(analysis, synthesis, research) in any subject

matter of the taught courses in order to complete

the chosen in-depth study.

Recommended reading Depends on the explored theme.

Teaching and learning methods Meetings with the supervisor who provides

guidance, reviews progress and identifies

weaknesses.


methods

Evaluation of the dissertation and an oral

examination of the student.

Language of instruction Greek or English if the work (full or part time)

has been developed in collaboration with a

foreign University.


Course title Diploma Thesis (Continued)




Year of study Fifth

Semester Tenth

ECTS credits 22

Name of lecturer(s) Departmental

The thesis is prepared under the supervision of an

appropriate member of the department who has

the responsibility for the direction of the in-depth

study. It is possible for the student to request the

supervision of the thesis by an external faculty

member, provided that the subject matter and

training is consistent with the direction of in-

depth study.

Learning outcomes In this work, the student deals with a topic of

research and/or the application of study to

analyse and synthesise data through exploring the

chosen specialised field in-depth by:

1. Evaluating data from experiments or field

measurements and developing concepts from the

bibliography,

2. Processing data by using analytical

simulations, related software or civil engineering

processes and

3. Evaluating results of particular interest or

those that have originality.

Competences After this work, the student acquires the ability to

investigate a topic of expertise in-depth, using

generated or collected data and resulting in

conclusions that have originality and/or useful

applications for civil engineering.

Prerequisites All courses.

Course contents The student performs the diploma work

(analysis, synthesis, research) in any subject

matter of the taught courses in order to complete

the chosen in-depth study.

Recommended reading Depends on the explored theme.

Teaching and learning methods Meetings with the supervisor who provides

guidance, reviews progress and identifies

weaknesses.


methods

Evaluation of the dissertation and an oral

examination of the student.

Language of instruction Greek or English if the work (full or part time)

has been developed in collaboration with a

foreign University.

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