EA011 – Building Science and Technology
Dr. Moshira Hassan Karmouse
Course lecturer :
T.A:nadia samir
Course assistant :
The course introduces the students to definitions and key issues relevant to building technology. Review of recent developments in the field of construction and building execution are also exposed. Review of building materials (concrete, highway, materials and metals). Recent advancements, components, properties and specifications. Examples are concrete admixtures, light weight aggregates, polymers, pre-stressed concrete, soil stabilizers, bituminous materials and high strength low alloy steels. Advanced mechanics of components incorporating innovative materials. Environmental-friendly use of materials and recycling of solid waste. Applications, processes, and assembly techniques.
Course objectives :
The course introduces the students to definitions and key issues relevant to building technology. Review of recent developments in the field of construction and building execution are also exposed. Review of building materials (concrete, highway, materials and metals). Recent advancements, components, properties and specifications.
Course description :
Drop Quizzes and 15%
Open Discussions 10%
Case Study (research phases and presentations) 20%
Mid-term written exam 15%
Final written exam 40%
Course assessment :
• Edward Allen and Joseph Iano, \” Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods\”, John wiley and sons Inc, Hoboken, New Jersey, 2009.
Recommended text books :
• Schittich, Christian, et. al. Glass Construction Manual. Munich, Birkhauser Verlag, 2007.
• Glass Association of North America. Glazing Manual. Topeka, KS.
• Mehta, P. Kumar, and Paulo J. M. Monteiro. Concrete: Microstructure, Properties, and Materials (3rd ed.). New York, McGraw-Hill, 2006.