Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS | ||
Code | CIVE242 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr MJ Bather Civil Engineering and Industrial Design M.J.Bather@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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This module aims to introduce the factors which influence the selection of materials for engineering purposes, to develop understanding of the properties of these materials, and to lay a foundation for subsequent design work. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Knowledge and UnderstandingOn successful completion of the module, students should be able to: be aware of the factors influencing the selection of the most appropriate material for a particular engineering purpose; understanding of key engineering properties of common materials including the influence of microstructure and macrostructure; understand the nature of concrete and the effect of constituents on fresh and hardened properties; understand the procedures for construction with concrete, including quality control tests and procedures; understand the production methods, basic properties and applications of timber in construction; be aware of the different categories of plastics, their basic properties and applications in construction; be aware of the scope for the use of glass in construction, its main types and properties, including engineering, thermal and aesthetic; understand the manufacture and prope rties of masonry, together with its use in construction; design con crete mixes to meet specific requirements, as well as knowing how to cast, cure and test concrete to determine its structural properties; measure mechanical properties of timber and masonary units in the laboratory; be aware of all BS EN standards governing use, properties and applications of construction materials; have a foundation for subsequent design-oriented modules which extend the knowledge and understanding of construction materials. |
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(LO2) Intellectual Abilities On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate ability in Selection of appropriate materials; Knowledge of material behaviour under loading conditions resembling real-life situations; Design of normal concrete mixes for construction Measurement of mechanical properties of other construction materials, e.g. timber and masonry. |
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(LO3) Practical Skills Calculation and numeracy skills. Experimental skills: laboratory work involving concrete mix design & testing, including tests on fresh and hardened concrete; testing and interpretation of mechanical properties of timber and masonry. Observational skills: how concrete behaves in its fresh and hardened states; how other construction materials behave under loading and how their properties compare with those of concrete. Teamwork: laboratory project undertaken in groups of approximately 10 students. |
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(LO4) General Transferable SkillsLiteracy skills: Technical note preparation andreading set textbook and handouts. |
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(S1) Numeracy |
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(S2) Teamwork |
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(S3) Organisational skills |
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(S4) Communication skills |
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(S5) IT skills |
Syllabus |
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1 Selection and use of materials based on economic, engineering, performance and constructional criteria. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
20 |
2 |
22 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 53 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 2 There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 exam period | 2 hours | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 5 hours | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |