Ground Penetrating Radar Theory and Applications

Name (Acronym)

Ground Penetrating Radar Theory and Applications (GPR)
ECTS

6
Contact E-mail

marco.salucci@unitn.it
Teacher

SALAS SANCHEZ Aaron Angel, SALUCCI Marco
Institution

DICAM, University of Trento
Study Program

M.S. Ingegneria Civile [LM CIV]
Degree

Master
Language

English
Tracks

Fields and Waves ("Advanced EM Technologies"), Radar, Structural Health Monitoring

ABSTRACT

The course provides a comprehensive introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) enabling a non-destructive diagnostic methodology widely used in various fields including civil engineering. The course covers fundamental electromagnetic principles underlying GPR, system components, data acquisition techniques and inversion approaches, until the interpretation of GPR data for subsurface characterization. Through a combination of theoretical lectures, hands-on and software exercises, students will gain a deep understanding of GPR technology and its applications. Case studies and real-world examples will be presented to illustrate the diverse range of GPR applications with a focus on civil engineering and to highlight its effectiveness in subsurface imaging.

COURSE CONTENT

Part 1: GPR PRINCIPLES AND TECHNOLOGY

Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology
Electromagnetic principles underlying GPR
Applications of GPR in various fields (e.g., civil engineering, subsurface investigations, non-invasive monitoring of structures)
GPR system components and instrumentation

Part 2: GPR DATA INVERSION AND IMAGING

Data acquisition techniques with GPR
Inversion methodologies for GPR data
Visualization and interpretation of GPR data for subsurface characterization
Case studies and real-world applications of GPR
Limitations and challenges of GPR technology
Innovative methodologies for subsurface imaging applied to engineering contexts

TEACHING ACTIVITIES

Theoretical Lessons
e-Xam Self Assessment (each teaching class or periodically)
MATLAB Hands-On
e-Xam Final Assessment

Course Information

Date:	7 October - 25 October (3 weeks, 20 hours/week)
Format:	The course is offered in blended form (onsite and online)

Registration Information

UniTN Students:	Free
EXTERNAL Students:	216 Eu: First course 180 Eu: Every course from the second one

The fees include the course teaching, the slides/material, and the video recordings.

Registration Procedure for UniTN Students

Please contact the Student Support Office of your Department/Centre/School to include the course in your study plan.

Registration Procedure for EXTERNAL Students

Step 1: Register a "guest" type account (@guest.unitn.it)

Should you still not have a UniTN account, you have to register and log in with your SPID identity or CIE (electronic ID card). If you cannot use SPID or CIE, please create your own UniTN account.

Step 2: Enroll to a Single UniTN Course

Complete the online application through the webpage apply for enrollment in ‘Standard’ single classes a.y. 2023/2024. Your application will be automatically considered for the a.y. 2024/2025.
In the application form (Section "Teaching Activities") put the following information:
- Name of single class/teaching activity: Ground Penetrating Radar Theory and Applications
- Code of single class/teaching activity: 140724
- Degree course to which the teaching activity is associated: [0331H] Ingegneria Civile
Once received the outcome of the application (1-3 days), login into ESSE3 with your "guest" account user-name and password. Then, pay the bulletin you find in Administrative Office – Payments.

NOTES:

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