The Construction Materials course immerses you in the fascinating world of the materials that shape our modern infrastructure. In a constantly growing sector, where innovation and sustainability are key, understanding the different materials – such as steel, concrete and timber – is essential to excelling in the field of construction. This This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the properties, applications and benefits of these materials, as well as to explore sustainable options that are revolutionising the industry. You’ll learn how to choose the right materials for each project, optimising resources and ensuring the durability and efficiency of the structures. Taking advantage of the opportunity to train in this field will position you in a job market where there is high demand for skilled professionals, enabling you to make a significant contribution to urban and rural development.
Building materials
Construction Management and Regulations
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the properties and uses of steel in modern buildings.
- Identify the types of concrete and their uses in construction.
- To analyse the benefits of using timber in sustainable structures.
- To assess the sustainability of different building materials.
- Apply criteria for selecting materials based on their environmental impact.
- Describe innovations in the use of materials in construction projects.
- To incorporate sustainability concepts into infrastructure design.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. STEEL IN CONSTRUCTION
Introduction: manufacture and types
Reinforcing steel for concrete
Types of structural steel
Galvanised steel
Aluminium
TEACHING UNIT 2. CONCRETE IN CONSTRUCTION
Types of concrete. Special-purpose concrete
Mechanical properties of concrete
Design of shallow foundations
Dimensioning of short brackets
Cracking in reinforced concrete
TEACHING UNIT 3. WOOD IN CONSTRUCTION
Wood: properties and products for construction
Calculation of dowel-type timber joints (I): nails
Calculation of dowel-type timber joints (II): staples, bolts, pins and lag screws
Calculation of joinery joints: butt joints and screwless joints
Dimensioning of timber in fire conditions
TEACHING UNIT 4. OTHER MATERIALS AND SUSTAINABILITY
Masonry works. Blocks and bricks. Types
Calculation principles for a masonry wall
Glass. Types. Dimensioning
Synthetic polymers. Types. Applications
Reinforcement of structural elements using fibre-reinforced materials
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