Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Koch

The Chair of Intelligent Technical Design is concerned with the application of modern information and communication technology (ICT) during the design, the construction and the operation of civil infrastructure, such as buildings, bridges, tunnels, road and pipe networks. In this regard, we use methods of Building Information Modelling (BIM), Computer Vision and Machine Learning as well as Virtual and Augmented Reality to efficiently and sustainably inform decision makers. 

"Intelligent Technical Design refers to a design approach that utilizes advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, to optimize the design process and improve the performance, efficiency, and sustainability of building and infrastructure systems. It integrates data-driven insights, real-time performance monitoring, and machine learning algorithms into the design process to make informed decisions, automate manual processes, and reduce the risk of human error. The goal of Intelligent Technical Design is to create high-performing, sustainable, and efficient building and infrastructure systems." [ChatGPT, 2023]

Published: 09 January 2025

Prof. Peter Benz visits the chair of ITD

The ITD was very pleased to have the opportunity to get to know the university president better and to exchange ideas with him.

Prof. Christian Koch welcomed the University President Prof Peter Benz to the premises of the Chair of Intelligent Technical Design at Coudraystraße 13A. A brief tour of the ITD offices was followed by a chance to get to know the chair's staff and a number of short presentations on current research topics at the chair. Finally, there was time for a free exchange on strategic university issues and concerns of the ITD staff.

Our team includes Prof. Koch, Mrs. Engelbert, Mr. Wagner, and several research and student assistants.

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Here you can find an overview of teaching modules offered by the chair.

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Here we describe individual research activities at the chair.

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