This section operates in the area of building construction, from the analysis of construction behaviour and performance to the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies, as well as the study of constructive technologies while looking for new building maintenance, management and rehabilitation methodologies.
This section develops its teaching activities, as well as research and services, in the field of structural design and in the analysis and dimensioning of Civil Engineering structures, by using numerical and experimental techniques.
The Geotechnics Division is responsible for Geomechanics and Geotechnics, covering topics ranging from terrain identification and characterization, to foundations, support works, landfills, dams, underground works and slope stabilization.
This section is dedicated to the study of water supply and urban drainage systems, hydraulic schemes and riverine works.
This section assists in the study of the basic sciences applied to the various domains of Civil Engineering.
The activity of the Construction Materials Division focuses on the study of materials, products and pre-fabrication systems, as well as the areas of Structural Dynamics and Vibration Control by analysing the potential of its application in Civil Engineering.
This section is dedicated to the study and dissemination of knowledge in the areas of spatial planning, environmental policy and transport systems.
This section develops scientific and educational activities in the areas of road and rail transport infrastructure, as well as traffic management and road safety.