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101-0617-01L 4 Credits DR , MSC D-BAUG , D-MATL

Advances in Building Materials

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Robert J. Flatt, Prof. Dr. Ingo Burgert
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:25

Abstract

The course on Advances in Building Materials provides an introductive overview of the needs and future of materials science in the building sector. Focus topics concern sustainability, durability, thermal insulation, coatings, sealants, adhesives, flame retardancy and the future perspective and developments of concrete and wood with regard to smart material development and ecological concerns.

Objective

In this course, the students will gain a broad overview of the use of materials in the building sector, with a particular focus on concrete and wood. Current limitations and in particular sustainability related challenges will be detailed with the objective of laying the grounds to discuss future developments anticipated in this field.

Content

This course for civil engineers lays the grounds in the specialization Materials and Mechanics and complements the second introductory course of the specialization on Numerical Mechanics of Materials. The course also addresses master students in Materials Science and other study programs interested in deepening their understanding of application-relevant properties of engineering materials and sustainability related challenges.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts will be provided for each lecture.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
No written aids.Only a basic calculator allowed, without programming or communication capacities

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Advances in Building Materials No time listed 2 h weekly

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