Construction materials

Structure Type: Course
Code: KC05BR10104
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Viljanmaa, Marita
Teacher Team: Koistinen, Petri
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
RAK-2013LVI   1 autumn   3.0   2013-09-01   2013-12-31  
RAK-2013RASU   1 autumn   3.0   2013-09-01   2013-12-31  
RAK-2013TUTE   1 autumn   3.0   2013-09-01   2013-12-31  

Learning Outcomes

Competence in structural engineering
Students are familiar with house construction materials; their properties, manufacturing processes, types and uses of products, and the required installations and work methods. Students are aware of the health and environmental impact of materials. They are also capable of seeking information independently to develop their communication and interaction skills.

Competence in infra construction
Students have an overview of the properties and use of the infra construction materials.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

• Manufacturing methods of the more common materials
• Properties of materials
• Products manufactured out of the materials
• Health and environmental impact
• The fire characteristics of the materials

Recommended or Required Reading

The Building Information Foundation’s index (partly). Lecturer’s own material

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and an assignment

Assessment Criteria

1 Student knows the basics of the course.
3 Student knows the contents of the course well.
5 Student knows the contents of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice.

Assessment Methods

Grading will be announced during the course.

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