COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Course Name
Materials of Construction
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
CIVE 307
Fall/Spring
2
2
3
5
Prerequisites
 CIVE 205To get a grade of at least FD
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery face to face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Group Work
Problem Solving
Application: Experiment / Laboratory / Workshop
Lecturing / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s)
Course Objectives To teach the properties and behavior of structural materials. To introduce the standard specifications and test methods for inspection and control. To design a concrete mix. To develop structural materials.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Introduce the structural materials and teach their application areas.
  • Prepare structural material samples for testing and to make experiments according to the standards.
  • Define shrinkage and examine hardened concrete.
  • Develop and evaluate concrete mix design.
  • Investigate cementitious materials and cement.
Course Description Concrete. Cementitious materials and Portland cement. Concrete aggregates. Mixing water. Shrinkage. Hardened concrete properties. Admixtures. Properties of concrete. Concrete mix design. Concrete production. Durability. Polymers and Timber. Gypsum. Lime. Metals. Special concretes. Ceramics and masonry. Quality control.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

 Core Courses
X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Introduction to materials of construction: Course objectives, course description, Introduction to construction materials. Chapter-1&2; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
2 Steel, wood and polymers: Classification of polymers. Thermoplastics. Thermosetting plastics. Chemically setting plastics. Types of plastics. Manufacture of organic plastics. Plastics in construction. Chapter 11, 12, 13, 15; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
3 Steel, wood and polymers: Classification of polymers. Thermoplastics. Thermosetting plastics. Chemically setting plastics. Types of plastics. Manufacture of organic plastics. Plastics in construction. Chapter 11, 12, 13, 15; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
4 Cements and aggregates: History of cements. Raw materials of Portland cement. Chemical composition and main chemical compounds of cement. Chapter-7&8; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
5 Cements and aggregates: Manufacturing. Physical properties and types (EN, ASTM). Chapter-7&8; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
6 Cements and aggregates: General classification of aggregates. Particle shape and texture. Mechanical and physical properties. Chapter-7&8; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
7 Fresh and hardened concrete: Workability and measurement of workability. Segregation and bleeding. Mixing time and compaction methods. Mixing water quality. Chapter-9: 9.1-9.6; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
8 Midterm
9 Fresh and hardened concrete: Shrinkage of hardened concrete. Durability aspects. Testing and evaluation of hardened concrete. Chapter-9: 9.7, 9.8; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
10 Concrete mix design: Workability of concrete. The compressive strength of concrete and concrete classes. Variability of concrete strength during production. Characteristic strength. Margin for mix design. The mix design process. Trial mixes. Examples on mix design. Chapter-9: 9.9; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
11 Bricks, Building Stones, plasters: Manufacturing. Types of bricks. Mortars for brick-walls. Properties of bricks and brick-walls. Types of natural building stones. Production of finished stone. Finishes on stone slabs and panels. Stone selection. Bond patterns in stone masonry walls. Chapter-3&10; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
12 Bricks, Building Stones, plasters: Glass masonry units. Fire resistance of masonry walls. The plastering process. Classes of gypsum plasters. Lightweight aggregates. Lime. Factors affecting the choice of plaster. Plasterboards. Common defects in plastering. Chapter-3&10; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
13 Lime and Gypsum: Production of lime and gypsum. Hardening of gypsum. Properties of gypsum, hydraulic limes Chapter-4&5; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
14 Review Chapter-1-15; “Introduction to Materials Science for Civil Engineers,” S. Erdoğan, T. Y. Erdoğan, METU Press, 2014
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam
Course Notes/Textbooks

T.Y. Erdoğan, Materials of Construction, Metu Press, 2014 ISBN:978-605-5164-71-3
Suggested Readings/Materials

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 7th Ed. N.J.: J. Wiley & Sons, 2019, ISBN: 9781119446194.

C. Hornbostel, Construction materials: types, uses and applications, New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1991, ISBN: 978-0471851455

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
1
25
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
35
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
32
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
2
Study Hours Out of Class
14
4
56
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
14
Final Exams
1
16
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
 Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Civil Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

 X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Civil Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

 X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

 X
4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in engineering applications.

 X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Civil Engineering research topics.

 X
6

To be able to work efficiently in Civil Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.
7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.
8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of engineering solutions.
9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.
10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.
11

To be able to collect data in the area of Civil Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language;

 X
12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.
13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Civil Engineering.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest