1. The microstructure of materials.
  2. Physical, thermal and mechanical properties of materials.
  3. Natural stones and their products.
  4. Hydraulic and air-hardening binders and mortars.
  5. Concrete: microstructure, constituents, strength, deformations, durability, mix design, fresh concrete.
  6. Steel and other metals: technological and mechanical properties, corrosion.
  7. Timber: technology, microstructure, mechanical properties, durability.
  8. Ceramics: physical and mechanical characteristics of clay bricks and other products.
  9. Masonry: mechanical behaviour, durability.

Polymers: basic properties, environmental effects, fiber reinforcement, cellular materials