Introduction to the Program

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Syllabus

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Module 1. Projects

1.1. Stages in the Design and Engineering of a Project

1.1.1. Problem Analysis
1.1.2. Solution Design
1.1.3. Analysis of the Regulatory Framework
1.1.4. Solution Engineering and Drafting

1.2. Knowledge of the Problem

1.2.1. Coordination With the Client
1.2.2. Study of the Physical Environment
1.2.3. Social Environment Analysis
1.2.4. Economic Environment Analysis
1.2.5. Analysis of the Environmental Setting (EIS)

1.3. Solution Design

1.3.1. Conceptual Design 
1.3.2. Study of Alternatives
1.3.3. Pre-Engineering
1.3.4. Preliminary Economic Analysis
1.3.5. Coordination of the Design with the Client (cost-sales)

1.4. Client Coordination

1.4.1. Land Ownership Study
1.4.2. Economic from Feasibility Study of the Project
1.4.3. Environmental Feasibility Analysis of the Project

1.5. Regulatory Framework

1.5.1. General Regulations
1.5.2. Structural Design Regulations
1.5.3. Environmental Regulations
1.5.4. Water Regulations

1.6. Pre-Startup Engineering

1.6.1. Site or Layout Study
1.6.2. Study of Typologies to be Used
1.6.3. Pre-packaging solution study
1.6.4. Realization of the Project Model
1.6.5. Adjusted Economic Analysis of the Project

1.7. Analysis of the Tools to be Used

1.7.1. Team Personnel in Charge of the Work
1.7.2. Equipment Materials Necessary
1.7.3. Software Required for the Drafting of the Project
1.7.4. Subcontracting Necessary for the Drafting of the Project

1.8. Field work. Topography and geotechnics

1.8.1. Determination of the Necessary Topography Works
1.8.2. Determination of Geotechnical Works Required
1.8.3. Subcontracting of Surveying and Geotechnical Works
1.8.4. Follow-up of surveying and geotechnical works
1.8.5. Analysis of results of surveying and geotechnical works

1.9. Drafting of the Project

1.9.1. DIA Drafting
1.9.2. Writing and Calculation of the Solution in Geometric Definition
1.9.3. Drafting and calculation of the solution in structural calculation
1.9.4. Drafting and Calculation of the Solution in the Adjustment Phase
1.9.5. Drafting of Annexes
1.9.6. Drawing up of Plans
1.9.7. Drafting of Specifications
1.9.8. Budget Preparation

1.10. BIM Model Implementation in Projects

1.10.1. BIM Model Concept
1.10.2. BIM Model Phases
1.10.3. Importance of the BIM Model
1.10.4. The Need for BIM for the Internationalization of Projects

Module 2. Fluid mechanics and hydraulics

2.1. Introduction to Fluid Physics

2.1.1. No-Slip Condition
2.1.2. Classification of Flows
2.1.3. Control System and Volume
2.1.4. Fluid Properties

2.1.4.1. Density
2.1.4.2. Specific Gravity
2.1.4.3. Vapor Pressure
2.1.4.4. Cavitation
2.1.4.5. Specific Heat
2.1.4.6. Compressibility
2.1.4.7. Speed of Sound
2.1.4.8. Viscosity
2.1.4.9. Surface Tension

2.2. Fluid Statics and Kinematics

2.2.1. Pressure
2.2.2. Pressure Measuring Devices
2.2.3. Hydrostatic Forces on Submerged Surfaces
2.2.4. Buoyancy, Stability and Motion of Rigid Solids
2.2.5. Lagrangian and Eulerian Description
2.2.6. Flow Patterns
2.2.7. Kinematic Tensors
2.2.8. Vorticity
2.2.9. Rotationality
2.2.10. Reynolds Transport Theorem

2.3. Bernoulli and Energy Equations

2.3.1. Conservation of Mass
2.3.2. Mechanical Energy and Efficiency
2.3.3. Bernoulli's Equation
2.3.4. General Energy Equation
2.3.5. Stationary Flow Energy Analysis

2.4. Fluid Analysis

2.4.1. Conservation of Linear Momentum Equations
2.4.2. Conservation of Angular Momentum Equations
2.4.3. Dimensional Homogeneity
2.4.4. Variable Repetition Method
2.5.5. Buckingham's Pi Theorem

2.5. Flow in Pipes

2.5.1. Laminar and Turbulent Flow
2.5.2. Inlet Region
2.5.3. Minor Losses
2.5.4. Networks
2.5.5. Buckingham's Pi Theorem

2.6. Differential Analysis and Navier-Stokes Equations

2.6.1. Conservation of Mass
2.6.2. Current Function
2.6.3. Cauchy Equation
2.6.4. Navier-Stokes Equation
2.6.5. Dimensionless Navier-Stokes Equations of Motion
2.6.6. Stokes Flow
2.6.7. Inviscid Flow
2.6.8. Irrotational Flow
2.6.9. Boundary Layer Theory. Blausius Equation

2.7. External Flow

2.7.1. Drag and Lift
2.7.2. Friction and Pressure
2.7.3. Coefficients
2.7.4. Cylinders and Spheres
2.7.5. Aerodynamic Profiles

2.8. Compressible Flow

2.8.1. Stagnation Properties
2.8.2. One-Dimensional Isentropic Flow
2.8.3. Nozzles
2.8.4. Shock Waves
2.8.5. Expansion Waves
2.8.6. Rayleigh Flow
2.8.7. Fanno Flow

2.9. Open Channel Flow

2.9.1. Classification
2.9.2. Froude Number
2.9.3. Wave Speed
2.9.4. Uniform Flow
2.9.5. Gradually Varying Flow
2.9.6. Rapidly Varying Flow
2.9.7. Hydraulic Jump

2.10. Non-Newtonian Fluids

2.10.1. Standard Flows
2.10.2. Material Functions
2.10.3. Experiments
2.10.4. Generalized Newtonian Fluid Model
2.10.5. Generalized Linear Viscoelastic Fluid Model
2.10.6. Advanced Constitutive Equations and Rheometry

Module 3. Structural Analysis

3.1. Introduction to Structures

3.1.1. Definition and Classification of Structures
3.1.2. Design process and practical and ideal structures
3.1.3. Equivalent systems of forces
3.1.4. Centers of Gravity. Distributed loads
3.1.5. Moments of inertia. Products of inertia. Inertia matrix. Main axes
3.1.6. Equilibrium and stability
3.1.7. Analytical Statics

3.2. Actions

3.2.1. Introduction
3.2.2. Permanent actions
3.2.3. Variable actions
3.2.4. Accidental actions

3.3. Tension, compression and shear

3.3.1. Normal strain and linear deformation
3.3.2. Mechanical Properties of Materials
3.3.3. Linear elasticity, Hooke's law, and Poisson's ratio
3.3.4. Tangential strain and angular deformation

3.4. Equilibrium equations and stress diagrams

3.4.1. Calculation of forces and reactions
3.4.2. Equilibrium equations
3.4.3. Compatibility equations
3.4.4. Stress diagram

3.5. Axially loaded elements

3.5.1. Length changes in axially loaded elements
3.5.2. Length changes in non-uniform bars
3.5.3. Hyperstatic elements
3.5.4. Thermal effects, misalignments and previous deformations

3.6. Torsion

3.6.1. Torsional deformations in circular bars
3.6.2. Non-uniform torsion
3.6.3. Strain and deformation in pure shear
3.6.4. Relation between the modulus of elasticity E and G
3.6.5. Hyperstatic torsion
3.6.6. Thin wall tubing

3.7. Bending moment and shear stress

3.7.1. Beam types, loads, and reactions
3.7.2. Bending moments and shear forces
3.7.3. Relations between loads, bending moments, and shear forces
3.7.4. Bending moment and shear forces diagrams

3.8. Analysis of structures in flexibility (force method)

3.8.1. Dynamic classification
3.8.2. Principle of superposition
3.8.3. Definition of flexibility
3.8.4. Compatibility equations
3.8.5. General solution procedure

3.9. Structural safety. Limit state method

3.9.1. Basic requirements
3.9.2. Causes of unsafety. Probability of collapse
3.9.3. Ultimate Limit States
3.9.4. Serviceability Limit States of deformation
3.9.5. Vibration and cracking serviceability limit states

3.10. Structural stiffness analysis (displacement method)

3.10.1. Fundamentals
3.10.2. Stiffness matrix
3.10.3. Nodal forces
3.10.4. Displacement calculation

Module 4. Geotechnics and foundations

4.1. Footings and Foundation Slabs

4.1.1. Most Common Types of Footings
4.1.2. Rigid and Flexible Footings
4.1.3. Large Shallow Foundations

4.2. Design Criteria and Regulations

4.2.1. Factors that Affect Footing Design
4.2.2. Elements Included in International Foundation Regulations
4.2.3. General Comparison Between Normative Criteria for Shallow Foundations

4.3. Actions Carried Out on Foundations

4.3.1. Most Common Types of Footings
4.3.2. Rigid and Flexible Footings
4.3.3. Large Shallow Foundations

4.4. Foundation Stability

4.4.1. Bearing Capacity of the Soil
4.4.2. Sliding Stability of the Footing
4.4.3. Tipping Stability

4.5. Ground Friction and Adhesion Enhancement

4.5.1. Soil Characteristics Influencing Soil-Structure Friction
4.5.2. Soil-Structure Friction According to the Foundation Material
4.5.3. Soil-Citation Friction Improvement Methodologies

4.6. Foundation Repairs Underlay

4.6.1. Need of Foundation Repair
4.6.2. Types of Repairs
4.6.3. Underlay Foundations

4.7. Displacement in Foundation Elements

4.7.1. Displacement Limitation in Shallow Foundations
4.7.2. Consideration of Displacement in the Calculation of Shallow Foundations
4.7.3. Estimated Calculations in the Short Term And in the Long Term

4.8. Comparative Relative Costs

4.8.1. Estimated Value of Foundation Costs
4.8.2. Comparison According to Superficial Foundations
4.8.3. Estimation of Repair Costs

4.9. Alternative Methods Foundation Pits

4.9.1. Semi-deep superficial foundations
4.9.2. Calculation and Use of Pit Foundations
4.9.3. Limitations and Uncertainties About the Methodology

4.10. Types of Faults in Superficial Foundations

4.10.1. Classic Breakages and Capacity Loss in Superficial Foundations
4.10.2. Ultimate Resistance in Superficial Foundations
4.10.3. Overall Capacities and Safety Coefficients

Module 5. Construction Materials and Their Applications

5.1. Cement

5.1.1. Cement and Hydration Reactions: Cement Composition and Manufacturing Process. Majority Compounds and Minority Compounds
5.1.2. Process of Hydration. Characteristics of Hydrated Products. Alternative Materials to Cement
5.1.3. Innovation and New Products

5.2. Mortar

5.2.1. Properties
5.2.2. Manufacturing, Types and Uses
5.2.3. New Materials

5.3. High Resistance Concrete

5.3.1. Composition
5.3.2. Properties and Characteristics
5.3.3. New Designs

5.4. Self-Compacting Concrete

5.4.1. Nature and Characteristics of its Components
5.4.2. Dosage, Manufacturing, Transport and Commissioning
5.4.3. Characteristics of the Concrete

5.5. Light Concrete

5.5.1. Composition
5.5.2. Properties and Characteristics
5.5.3. New Designs

5.6. Fiber and Multifunctional Concretes

5.6.1. Materials Used in the Manufacturing
5.6.2. Properties
5.6.3. Designs

5.7. Self-Repairing and Self-Cleaning Concretes

5.7.1. Composition
5.7.2. Properties and Characteristics
5.7.3. New Designs

5.8. Other from Cement-Based Materials (Fluid, Antibacterial, Biological, etc.)

5.8.1. Composition
5.8.2. Properties and Characteristics
5.8.3. New Designs

5.9. Destructive and Non-Destructive Characteristics Trials

5.9.1. Characterization of Materials
5.9.2. Destructive Techniques. Fresh and Hardened State
5.9.3. Non-Destructive Techniques and Procedures Applied to Materials and Construction Structures

5.10. Additive Mixtures

5.10.1. Additive Mixtures
5.10.2. Advantages and Disadvantages
5.10.3. Sustainability

Module 6. Mechanics of the deformable solid

6.1. Basic Concepts

6.1.1. Structural Engineering
6.1.2. Continuum Model Concept
6.1.3. Surface and Volume Forces
6.1.4. Lagrangian and Eulerian formulations
6.1.5. Euler's laws of motion
6.1.6. Integral Theorems

6.2. Deformities

6.2.1. Deformation: Concept and Elementary Measurements
6.2.2. Field of displacements
6.2.3. The Small Displacement Hypothesis
6.2.4. Kinematic equations. Deformation tensor

6.3. Kinematic Relations

6.3.1. Deformation State in the Environment of a Point
6.3.2. Physical Interpretation of the Strain Tensor Components
6.3.3. Principal Deformations and Main Deformation Directions
6.3.4. Cubic Deformation
6.3.5. Elongation of a Curve and Change in Body Volume
6.3.6. Compatibility equations

6.4. Stresses and Static Relations

6.4.1. Tension Concept
6.4.2. Relations Between Stresses and External Forces
6.4.3. Local Stress Analysis
6.4.4. Mohr's circle

6.5. Constitutive Relations

6.5.1. Concept of Ideal Behavioral Model
6.5.2. Uniaxial Responses and One-Dimensional Ideal Models
6.5.3. Classification of Behavioral Models
6.5.4. Generalized Hooke's Law
6.5.5. Elastic constants
6.5.6. Deformation Energy and Complementary Energy
6.5.7. Limits of the elastic model

6.6. Elastic Problem

6.6.1. Linear Elasticity and the Elastic Problem
6.6.2. Local Formulation of the Elastic Problem
6.6.3. Global Formulation of the Elastic Problem
6.6.4. Overall results

6.7. Beam Theory: Fundamental Assumptions and Results I

6.7.1. Derived Theories
6.7.2. Beam: Definitions and Classifications
6.7.3. Additional Hypotheses
6.7.4. Kinematic Analysis

6.8. Beam Theory: Fundamental Assumptions and Results II

6.8.1. Static Analysis
6.8.2. Constitutive Equations
6.8.3. Deformation Energy
6.8.4. Formulation of the Stiffness Problem

6.9. Bending and Stretching

6.9.1. Interpretation of the Results
6.9.2. Estimation of Displacements out of Guideline
6.9.3. Estimation of Normal Stresses
6.9.4. Estimation of the Tangential Stresses due to Bending

6.10. Theory of Beams: Torsion

6.10.1. Introduction
6.10.2. Coulomb Torsion
6.10.3. Saint-Venant Torsion
6.10.4. Introduction to Non-Uniform Torsion

Module 7. Construction Procedures I

7.1. Objectives. Movements and Property Enhancement

7.1.1. Internal and Global Property Enhancement
7.1.2. Practical Objectives
7.1.3. Improvement of Dynamic Behaviours

7.2. Improvement by High Pressure Mixing Injection

7.2.1. Typology of Soil Improvement by High-pressure Grouting
7.2.2. Characteristics of Jet-Grouting
7.2.3. Injection Pressures

7.3. Gravel Columns

7.3.1. Overall Use of Gravel Columns
7.3.2. Quantification of Land Property Improvements
7.3.3. Indications and Contraindications of Use

7.4. Improvement by Impregnation and Chemical Injection

7.4.1. Characteristics of Injections and Impregnation
7.4.2. Characteristics of Chemical Injections
7.4.3. Method Limitations

7.5. Freezing

7.5.1. Technical and Technological Aspects
7.5.2. Different Materials and Properties
7.5.3. Application and Limitation Fields

7.6. Preloading, Consolidations and Compactions

7.6.1. Preloading
7.6.2. Drained Preloading
7.6.3. Control During Ejection

7.7. Improvement by Drainage and Pumping

7.7.1. Temporary Drainage and Pumping
7.7.2. Utilities and Quantitative Improvement of Properties
7.7.3. Behavior After Restitution

7.8. Micropile Umbrellas

7.8.1. Ejection and Limitations
7.8.2. Resistant Capacity
7.8.3. Micropile Screens and Grouting

7.9. Comparison of Long-term Results

7.9.1. Comparative Analysis of Land Treatment Methodologies
7.9.2. Treatments According to Their Practical Application
7.9.3. Combination of Treatments

7.10. Soil Decontamination

7.10.1. Physicochemical Processes
7.10.2. Biological Processes
7.10.3. Termical Processes

Module 8. Structural Steel

8.1. Introduction to Structural Steel Design

8.1.1. Advantages of Steel as a Structural Material
8.1.2. Disadvantages of Steel as a Structural Material
8.1.3. First Uses of Iron and Steel
8.1.4. Steel Profiles
8.1.5. Stress-Strain Relationship of Structural Steel
8.1.6. Modern Structural Steels
8.1.7. Use of High-Strength Steels

8.2. General Principles for the Project and Construction of Steel Structures

8.2.1. General Principles for the Project and Construction of Steel Structures
8.2.2. Structural Design Work
8.2.3. Responsibilities
8.2.4. Specifications and Building Codes
8.2.5. Economical Design

8.3. Calculation Basis and Structural Analysis Models

8.3.1. Calculation Basis
8.3.2. Structural Analysis Models
8.3.3. Determination of Areas
8.3.4. Sections

8.4. Ultimate Limit States I

8.4.1. General Aspects. Strength Limit State of the Sections
8.4.2. Equilibrium Limit State
8.4.3. Strength Limit State of the Sections
8.4.4. Axial Force
8.4.5. Bending Moment
8.4.6. Shear Sress
8.4.7. Torsion

8.5. Ultimate Limit States II

8.5.1. Instability Limit State
8.5.2. Elements Subjected to Compression
8.5.3. Elements Subjected to Bending
8.5.4. Elements Subjected to Compression and Bending

8.6. Ultimate Limit States III

8.6.1. Ultimate Limit States of Stiffness
8.6.2. Longitudinally Stiffened Elements
8.6.3. Shear Web Buckling
8.6.4. Web Resistance to Transverse Loads
8.6.5. Web Buckling Induced by the Compressed Flange
8.6.6. Stiffeners

8.7. Serviceability Limit States

8.7.1. General Aspects
8.7.2. Deformation Limit States
8.7.3. Vibrations Limit States
8.7.4. Limit State of Transverse Deformations in Thin Panels
8.7.5. Local Plasticization Limit State
8.8. Joining Methods: Screws
8.8.1. Bonding Methods: General Aspects and Classifications
8.8.2. Bolted Joints Part 1: General Aspects, Screw Types and Constructive Arrangements
8.8.3. Bolted Joints Part 2: Calculation

8.9. Joining Methods: Welds

8.9.1. Welded Joints Part 1: General Aspects. Classifications and defects
8.9.2. Welded Joints Part 2: Constructive Arrangements and Residual Stresses
8.9.3. Welded Joints Part 3: Calculation
8.9.4. Design of Beam and Pillar Joints
8.9.5. Bearing Apparatus and Pillar Bases

8.10. Steel Structures Facing Fire

8.10.1. General Considerations
8.10.2. Mechanical and Indirect Actions
8.10.3. Properties of Materials Under Fire
8.10.4. Strength Testing of Prismatic Elements under Fire
8.10.5. Joint Strength Testing
8.10.6. Calculation of Temperatures in Steel

Module 9. Structural Concrete

9.1. Introduction

9.1.1. Subject Introduction
9.1.2. Historical Notes about Concrete
9.1.3. Mechanical Behavior of Concrete
9.1.4. Combined behavior of steel and concrete that has led to its success as a composite material

9.2. Project Basis

9.2.1. Actions
9.2.2. Concrete and Steel Characteristics
9.2.3. Durability-Oriented Calculation Basis

9.3. Structural Analysis

9.3.1. Structural Analysis Models
9.3.2. Data Required for Linear, Plastic, or Nonlinear Modeling
9.3.3. Materials and Geometry
9.3.4. Prestressing Effects
9.3.5. Calculation of In-Service Sections
9.3.6. Shrinkage and Creep

9.4. Service Life And Maintenance Of Reinforced Concrete

9.4.1. Concrete Durability
9.4.2. Concrete Mass Deterioration
9.4.3. Steel Corrosion
9.4.4. Identification of Factors of Aggressiveness on Concrete
9.4.5. Protective Measures
9.4.6. Concrete Structures Maintenance

9.5. Serviceability Limit State Calculations

9.5.1. The Limit States
9.5.2. Concept and Method
9.5.3. Verification of Cracking Requirements
9.5.4. Verification of Deformation Requirements

9.6. Relative Calculations for Ultimate Limit States

9.6.1. Resistance Behavior of Linear Concrete Elements
9.6.2. Bending and Axial
9.6.3. Calculation of Second-Order Effects with Axial Loading
9.6.4. Shear
9.6.5. Flush
9.6.6. Torsion
9.6.7. Regions D

9.7. Sizing Criteria

9.7.1. Common Application Cases
9.7.2. The knot
9.7.3. The Cantilever
9.7.4. The Large-Edge Beam
9.7.5. Concentrated Load
9.7.6. Dimension changes in Beams and Columns

9.8. Common Structural Elements

9.8.1. The Beam
9.8.2. The Pillar
9.8.3. The Slab
9.8.4. Foundation Elements
9.8.5. Introduction to Prestressed Concrete

9.9. Constructive Arrangements

9.9.1. General Aspects and Terminology
9.9.2. Coatings
9.9.3. Hooks
9.9.4. Minimum Diameters

9.10. The Execution of Concreting

9.10.1. General Criteria
9.10.2. Previous Processes to the Concreting
9.10.3. Elaboration, Assembly and Erection of Reinforcements
9.10.4. Preparation and Placement of Concrete
9.10.5. Post-Concreting Processes
9.10.6. Premade Elements
9.10.7. Environmental Aspects

Module 10. Building

10.1. Introduction

10.1.1. Introduction to Building
10.1.2. Concept and Importance
10.1.3. Functions and Parts of the Building
10.1.4. Technical Regulations

10.2. Previous Operations

10.2.1. Superficial Foundations
10.2.2. Deep foundations
10.2.3. Retaining Walls
10.2.4. Basement Walls

10.3. Load-Bearing Wall Solutions

10.3.1. From Factory
10.3.2. Concrete
10.3.3. Rationalized Solutions
10.3.4. Prefabricated Solutions

10.4. Structures

10.4.1. Slab Structures
10.4.2. Static Structural Systems
10.4.3. Unidirectional Slabs
10.4.4. Waffle Slabs
10.5. Building Facilities I

10.5.1. Plumbing

10.5.2. Water Supply
10.5.3. Sanitation
10.5.4. Water Drainage

10.6. Building Facilities II

10.6.1. Electrical Installations
10.6.2. Heating

10.7. Enclosures and Finishing I

10.7.1. Introduction
10.7.2. Physical Protection of the Building
10.7.3. Energy Efficiency
10.7.4. Noise Protection
10.7.5. Moisture Protection

10.8. Enclosures and Finishing II

10.8.1. Flat Roofs
10.8.2. Sloping Roofs
10.8.3. Vertical Enclosures
10.8.4. Interior Partitions
10.8.5. Partitions, Carpentry, Glazing and Fenders
10.8.6. Coatings

10.9. Facades

10.9.1. Ceramics
10.9.2. Concrete Blocks
10.9.3. Panels
10.9.4. Curtain Walls
10.9.5. Modular Construction

10.10. Building Maintenance

10.10.1. Building Maintenance Criteria and Concepts
10.10.2. Building Maintenance Classifications
10.10.3. Building Maintenance Costs
10.10.4. Maintenance and Equipment Usage Costs
10.10.5. Building Maintenance Advantages 

Module 11. Hydraulic Infrastructures

11.1. Types of Hydraulic Works

11.1.1. Pressure Piping Works
11.1.2. Severity Pipeline Works
11.1.3. Canal Works
11.1.4. Dam Works
11.1.5. Works of Actions in Watercourses
11.1.6. WWTP and DWTP Works

11.2. Earthwork

11.2.1. Terrain Analysis
11.2.2. Dimensioning of the Necessary Machinery
11.2.3. Control and Monitoring Systems
11.2.4. Quality Control
11.2.5. Standards of Good Execution

11.3. Severity Pipeline Works

11.3.1. Survey Data Collection in the Field and Data Analysis in the Office
11.3.2. Re-Study of the Project Solution
11.3.3. Piping Assembly and Manhole Construction
11.3.4. Final Testing of Pipelines

11.4. Pressure Piping Works

11.4.1. Analysis of Piezometric Lines
11.4.2. Lifting Stations Execution
11.4.3. Piping and Valve Assembly
11.4.4. Final Testing of Pipelines

11.5. Special Valve and Pumping Elements

11.5.1. Types of Valves
11.5.2. Types of Pumps
11.5.3. Boilermaking Elements
11.5.4. Special Valves

11.6. Canal Works

11.6.1. Types of Channels
11.6.2. Execution of Channels of Excavated Sections in the Ground
11.6.3. Type of Rectangular Cross-Section
11.6.4. Desanders, Sluice Gates and Loading Chambers
11.6.5. Auxiliary Elements (Gaskets, Sealants and Treatments)

11.7. Dam Works

11.7.1. Types of Dams
11.7.2. Earth Dams
11.7.3. Concrete Dams
11.7.4. Special Valves for Dams

11.8. Actions in the Channels

11.8.1. Types of Works in Watercourses
11.8.2. Channeling
11.8.3. Works for Channel Defenses
11.8.4. River Parks
11.8.5. Environmental Measures in River Works

11.9. WWTP and DWTP Works

11.9.1. Elements of a WWTP
11.9.2. Elements of a DWTP
11.9.3. Water and Sludge Lines
11.9.4. Sludge Treatment
11.9.5. New Water Treatment Systems

11.10. Irrigation Works

11.10.1. Study of the Irrigation Network
11.10.2. Lifting Stations Execution
11.10.3. Piping and Valve Assembly
11.10.4. Final Testing of Pipelines

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