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Construction Materials and Technologies

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Course abstract

The study course provides an in-depth knowledge of the technologies for the production and application of innovative materials. In the course, studies are carried out on the manufacture of new (mainly thermal insulation and acoustic) materials. Methods for identifying material properties are used and the effects of technology on reology, structural, physical and mechanical properties are evaluated. Analysis of technology for the use of materials in enclosing structures.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

Knowledge: latest trends on the basic principles of technologies for the manufacture and application of innovative construction materials (in particular thermal insulation and acoustic materials) and methods for determining their properties (assessment - examination).
Skills: Development of innovative technologies for the production and application of materials (evaluation - defence research) through theoretical knowledge and experimental research.

Competencies: to comprehensively assess the quality of materials and technologies and, in a reasoned way, to define the task independently and to direct it (assessment: prepared draft scientific publication).

Course Content(Calendar)

1. Introduction of a workshop and discussion on the topics of scientific work and the issuance of tasks to be performed. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
2. Lecture, seminar and discussion on the classification of construction materials according to their use. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
3. Lecture, seminar and discussion on physical-chemical grounds in material science. (lecture 2 h, practical works 2 h);
4. Lecture, seminar and discussion on the impact of the composition and structure of the material on its properties. (lecture 2 h, practical works 2 h);
5. Lecture, workshop and discussion on the impact of technology on acquiring the necessary structure. (lecture 2 h, practical works 2 h);
6. Workshop and discussion on the manufacturing of materials identified in experiments. (practical works 2 h, laboratory works 21 h);
7. Workshop and discussion on the physical-mechanical nature of materials identified in the experiments. (practical works 2 h, laboratory works 21 h);
8. Workshop and discussion on the thermal insulation properties of materials identified in the experiments. (practical works 2 h, laboratory works 21 h);
9. Workshop and discussion on the acoustic properties of materials identified in experiments. (practical works 2 h, laboratory works 21 h);
10. Lecture, workshop and discussion on the feasibility of using the materials obtained in monolithic constructions. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
11. Lecture, workshop and discussion on the feasibility of using the materials obtained in the technologies of ceilings. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
12. Lecture, workshop and discussion on how to use the materials in wall building technologies. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
13. Lecture, a workshop and a discussion on how to use the materials in floor building technologies. (lecture 1 h, practical works 2 h);
14. Workshop and discussion on analysis of results from laboratory work (practical works 2 h);
15. Workshop and discussion on the preparation of the publication using the results obtained (practical works 2 h);

16. Hearing and discussion of a public report on the publication prepared (practical works 2 h).

Requirements for awarding credit points

At the beginning of the year of study, the doctorate chooses the subject of the expanded study, which relates to the theme of promoting work and enhances his competence in dealing with it. A version of the publication is being prepared for the study carried out, a presentation of the version of the publication is taking place and a discussion on the results obtained. Successfully passed the promotion exam.

Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work

The doctands shall develop laboratory works of a given task, including both the preparation and testing of samples, the analysis of the results obtained, the study of scientific literature for the preparation of the justification of the scientific article. On the basis of the results of research and research into scientific literature, docandi shall prepare and present a version of the work of scientific publication.

Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes

The practical and laboratory works shall be evaluated by the teaching staff in accordance with the evaluation procedures specified in the task and the requirements defined therein. The preparation of a publication shall be evaluated in accordance with the generally accepted basic development criteria for international publications. The final assessment shall be given by the nominating examination commission, which may take into account the assessment of the teacher by raising or lowering the final mark.

Compulsory reading

1. Donald R., Askeland S., Adaption by Frank Haddleton,Phill Green and Howard Robertson. The Science Engineering of Materials: -3 rd ed.,Chapman & Hall, 1998,854p..
2. Chudley R., Greeno R. Buildings construction handbook.- 3rd ed. reprinted.Oxf.etc., 1999.,608p.
3. Горлов Ю. П. Технология тепло-изоляционных и акустических материалов и изделий.Москва.Высшая школа .1989. 380 .с.
4. Микульский В.Г. и др.Строительные материалы.Москва: Издательство Ассоциации строительных вузов,2004.-536 с.

Further reading

1. Физико-химические основы строительного материоловедения.Под общей редакцией Г.Г.Волокитина и Э.В.Козлова .Москва.:Ассоциации Строительных Вузов,2004.189.с.
2. Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology. Volume 1-10.- 2001, ELSEVIER.
3. Kalniņš M. Praktiskās būvaizsardzības ķīmija, fizika, tehnika. R.:Liesma, 1997.,252 lpp.

Periodicals and other sources

1. Chemical Engineering Transactions, Elsevier.ISSN:0141-0296
2. Materials and Structures / Materiaux et Constructions . E_ISSN:1359-5997

3. Žurnāls "Būvinženieris"

Notes

Course of civil engineering science for doctoral study programme “Civil Engineering”