Subject description
The subject is designed to introduce the properties and use of the more common materials in modern construction practice. Topics will include: Concrete - Properties of concrete; structure and composition; cements; mix design; durability; high performance concrete; concrete manufacture Steel - Properties of steel with particular reference to brittle fracture, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Co-Requisite
Equivalence
CIVL903 - Concrete Technology
Tutorial enrolment
Students can enrol online via the Tutorial Enrolment link in SOLS
Delivery
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Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Describe engineering properties of concrete, steel and other materials related to their use in construction
2.
Assess the significance of environmental factors on the behaviour and durability of concrete and steel.
3.
Formulate engineering solutions to problems associated with the use of concrete, steel and other materials.
4.
Prepare reports on practical exercises relevant to the manufacture and properties of concrete.
Assessment details
Major Group Report
Quizzes
Laboratory report (concrete labs) and attendance
Final exam
Work integrated learning
Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.