Description

Theory
2

Theory/Practice
2

Laboratory
1

Instructors

Maria da Luz Garcia

Contents

P1 METALS
1.1 Cast Iron
1.2 Steel
1.2.1 Raw materials and steelmaking processes.
1.2.2 Chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of steel.
1.2.3 Steel for reinforced and prestressed concrete.
1.2.4 Steel for metal construction.
1.2.5 Steel protection against corrosion.
1.3 Aluminum
1.4 Copper
1.5 Zinc

P2 AGGREGATES

P3 LIGANTES
3.1 Plaster
3.2 Aerial whitewash and hydraulic whitewash.
3.3 Cement Portland
3.4 Resistance of cements to sulphate attack.
3.5 Cement of low hydration heat.
3.6 Cement with high initial resistance.
3.7 White cement.
3.8 Masonry cement
3.9 Other cement types marketed in Portugal.

P4 GROUT
P5 MORTARS
P6 CONCRETES
P7 CERAMIC MATERIALS IN THE BUILDING SITE

Learning Outcomes

OB1: Identify, classify, and characterise the main construction materials used in Civil Engineering, including metals, aggregates, binders, mortars, concrete, and ceramic products.

OB2: Explain the manufacturing processes and the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of construction materials.

OB3: Apply current standards and testing methods to evaluate the properties and performance of construction materials.

OB4: Select appropriate construction materials according to design, construction, and maintenance requirements.

OB5: Analyse the behaviour and suitability of construction materials for different engineering applications.

OB6: Determine and interpret the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of construction materials through practical and experimental activities.

OB7: Apply knowledge of construction materials to solve practical Civil Engineering problems.