Tecnologia dos Materiais de Construção

Not applicable.

In Theoretical-Practical classes, the expository method is used when explaining theoretical issues and solving exercises in groups and individually.
Students must carry out work and respective presentation in the classroom, technical-scientific interpretation and group research.

Classes are also dedicated to clarifying doubts and monitoring the progress of the work.

Clearly understand the role of building materials in sustainable construction.

Develop skills on the various current construction materials, transmitting general knowledge regarding their structure, production, behavior and applications.

Understand the main characteristics of the different materials, identifying the advantages and disadvantages of each one in terms of sustainability and according to the intended application.

1. The role of building materials in sustainable construction.

2. Ecology of building materials. environmental profiles and evaluation criteria.

3. Mass and volumetric characteristics; Mechanical characteristics.

4. Natural stones and aggregates; Ceramic materials; Glasses; Metals (Steel products, non-ferrous metals); Woods and wood derivatives; Binding materials (Standard cements, aerial lime and hydraulic lime, gypsum); Adjuvants; Additions.

5. Mortars and concrete.

6. Sustainable materials.