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| GCIV0626-1 | Constructions : materials and pathologies
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| Duration : | 40h Th, 10h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Luc Courard |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Organisation and examination :
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| Teaching in the first semester, review in January |
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Course contents :
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| Classification of materials according to structure, composition, porosity, etc.. General characteristics (physical, chemical, mechanical and rheomechanical properties). Materials with hydrocarbon or polymeric binders. Materials with hydraulic binders. Concrete. Silicates,ceramics and glass. Wood. Durability of materials. Pathologies of concrete, masonry and natural stones. Diagnosis techniques. Methods and repair products. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Provide the knowledge to be able to select construction materials in accordance with their ability and use. Understand interaction mechanisms of materials with environnement. Evaluate and analyze pathologies of materials |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| - Ex cathedra lectures
- Laboratory experiments: about ten tests on bitumen, plastics and various composite materials.
- Production of concrete (laboratory)
- Work site visit |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| 1st term / wednesday 8:30-12:30 |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Constructions: matériaux et pathologies (Luc COURARD), Centrale des cours A.E.E.S. |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Laboratory report
Concrete report
Oral examination (45 min preparation + 45 min oral discussion) |
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Work placement(s) :
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Organizational remarks :
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Contacts :
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| Prof. L. COURARD, B52/3, level - 1, room 534 (Tel.: 04/366.93.50) Luc.Courard@ulg.ac.be
Assistant: Sophie GRIGOLETTO
Email: Sophie.Grigoletto@ulg.ac.be |
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