CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
CIV2CM
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides the necessary knowledge about the properties and performance of construction materials used in civil construction such as concrete, timber, steel, polymers and ceramics. Topics covered in this subject include: manufacturing process of various engineering materials; atomic and crystal structure; structure and mechanical properties of engineering materials; material degradation and failure modes; dislocation theory; recovery, re-crystallisation and grain growth of engineering materials; relationships between properties, failure modes and materials selection; and mechanical testing of construction materials. Students will also develop skills in conducting scientific experiments on selected engineering materials to establish performance criteria needed to validate expected performance outcomes. With conclusions drawn from these experiments students will be shown how to solve problems in the engineering application of construction materials.
School: School Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Hossam Abo El-Naga
Available to Study Abroad Students: No
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: Must be enrolled in course code SBECT
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction 8th edn | Prescribed | Callister, W & Rethwisch, D 2010 | WILEY, NEW YORK |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply a basic methodology for materials selection in respect of the method of manufacture and its influence on design outcomes and for sustainability.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions. Problem solving assignments.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Describe the processing/ microstructure/properties relationship that underpins materials failure and selection.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Describe the mechanical properties of all major classes of materials for construction use.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Quantitative Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Conduct scientific experiments on selected engineering materials to establish performance criteria needed to validate expected performance outcomes.
- Activities:
- Students work in small groups to conduct practical experiments as well as to analyse and interpret data and draw conclusions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Solve problems in the engineering application of construction materials.
- Activities:
- Lectures, tutorials and self study plus face to face and online group discussions. Problem solving assignments.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
06. Effectively function as a team member in conducting group practicals.
- Activities:
- Students work in small groups to conduct practical experiments as well as to analyse and interpret data and draw conclusions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
Epping, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Joe Petrolito
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 21
Two 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 21 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Tutorial Class Activities and Topical Online Quiz | 15 | 01, 02, 05 | |
| Assignments (case studies in materials science) X 2 (500 words) | 15 | 01, 02, 05 | |
| Examination (3 hours) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 05 | |
| Group Practical Experiment and Report (1500 words) | 20 | 04, 06 |