STRUCTURAL MATERIALS

At the end of this course the student will have developed the ability to:

·      Know basic principles for the microstructure of materials.

·      Define and know the main physical, thermal, mechanical and other properties of structural materials.

·      Know about natural stones: physical, technological and mechanical properties, products.

·      Know about binders and mortars: physical, technological and mechanical properties, applications.

·      Know about concrete: microstructure, strength, deformations (short and long-term), durability, mix design, behaviour at fresh state.

·      Know about metals: morphological, technological and mechanical characteristics, products, corrosion.

·      Know about timber: technology, microstructure, basic properties, durability.

·      Know about bricks: geometrical, physical, mechanical and other characteristics.

·      Know about masonry: basic aspects of the mechanical behaviour and durability.

·      Know basic technological, physical and mechanical properties of polymers (plain and reinforced) and cellular materials (foams).