University of Liege | Version française
Academic year 2014-2015Value date : 12/05/2015
GCIV0184-4  Building Materials

Duration :  28h Th, 4h Pr, 1d FW, 12h Labo.
Number of credits :  
Master in Geological and Mining Engineering, research focus, 1st year3
Master in Geological and Mining Engineering, specialized approach, 1st year3
Lecturer :  Luc Courard
Language(s) of instruction :  
French language
Organisation and examination :  
Teaching in the second semester
Course contents :  
Classification of materials according to structure, composition, porosity, etc.. General characteristics (physical, chemical, mechanical and rheomechanical properties). Materials with hydrocarbon or polymeric binders. Silicates, ceramics and glass. Wood.
Learning outcomes of the course :  
Provide the knowledge to be able to select construction materials in accordance with their ability and use. Understand interaction mechanisms of materials with environnement.
Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :  
Planned learning activities and teaching methods :  
- Oral presentation of materials - Laboratory experiments: about ten tests on bitumen, plastics and various composite materials. - Development of lab results. - Factory visit
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :  
2nd term / monday 13:30-17:30
Recommended or required readings :  
Matériaux de construction (Luc COURARD), 2012, Centrale des cours A.E.E.S
Assessment methods and criteria :  
Oral examination (30 min preparation + 30 min oral discussion)
Work placement(s) :  
Organizational remarks :  
Contacts :  
Prof. L. COURARD, B52/3, level - 1, room 534 (Tel.: 04/366.93.50) Luc.Courard@ulg.ac.be
Assistante: Sophie GRIGOLETTO Email: Sophie.Grigoletto@ulg.ac.be



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