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01 Introduction to Engineering Materials 3 topics
1 Classification of Engineering Materials
- Metals and Alloys
- Ceramics and Glasses
- Polymers
- Composites
2 Properties of Engineering Materials
- Mechanical Properties
- Physical Properties
- Chemical Properties
- Durability Characteristics
3 Material Selection for Civil Engineering Applications
- Selection Criteria
- Performance Requirements
- Economic Considerations
- Environmental Impact and Sustainability
02 Concrete and Cementitious Materials 7 topics
1 Portland Cement
- Manufacturing Process
- Chemical Composition
- Types of Portland Cement
- Hydration Process
2 Aggregates
- Classification and Types
- Properties of Aggregates
- Grading and Size Distribution
- Testing Methods for Aggregates
3 Admixtures
- Water Reducers
- Air Entraining Agents
- Accelerators and Retarders
- Superplasticizers
- Mineral Admixtures (Fly Ash, Silica Fume, GGBS)
4 Fresh Concrete Properties
- Workability and Consistency
- Setting Time
- Bleeding and Segregation
- Testing Methods for Fresh Concrete
5 Hardened Concrete Properties
- Strength Development
- Modulus of Elasticity
- Creep and Shrinkage
- Permeability and Durability
- Testing Methods for Hardened Concrete
6 Concrete Mix Design
- Mix Design Methods
- Proportioning of Materials
- Quality Control and Assurance
7 Special Concretes
- High-Strength Concrete
- Self-Compacting Concrete
- Fiber Reinforced Concrete
- Lightweight and Heavyweight Concrete
- Shotcrete and Gunite
- Pervious Concrete
- Geopolymer Concrete
03 Metals in Civil Engineering 5 topics
1 Ferrous Metals
- Iron and Steel Production
- Carbon Steels
- Alloy Steels
- Stainless Steels
- Cast Iron
2 Non-Ferrous Metals
- Aluminum and Alloys
- Copper and Alloys
- Zinc, Lead, and Tin
- Nickel and Alloys
3 Properties of Structural Metals
- Mechanical Properties
- Stress-Strain Behavior
- Fatigue and Fracture
- Corrosion Resistance
4 Heat Treatment of Metals
- Annealing
- Normalizing
- Hardening and Tempering
- Surface Treatments
5 Testing of Metals
- Tensile and Compression Tests
- Hardness Tests
- Impact Tests
- Non-Destructive Testing Methods
04 Timber and Wood Products 6 topics
1 Structure and Composition of Wood
- Macrostructure
- Microstructure
- Chemical Composition
2 Physical Properties of Wood
- Moisture Content
- Density and Specific Gravity
- Shrinkage and Swelling
- Thermal Properties
3 Mechanical Properties of Wood
- Strength Properties
- Elastic Properties
- Factors Affecting Mechanical Properties
4 Wood Defects and Grading
- Natural Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
- Grading Systems
5 Durability and Preservation
- Natural Durability
- Deterioration Mechanisms
- Preservation Methods
- Fire Resistance
6 Engineered Wood Products
- Plywood and Veneer Products
- Particleboard and Fiberboard
- Glued Laminated Timber (Glulam)
- Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)
- Structural Composite Lumber
05 Bituminous Materials 6 topics
1 Asphalt and Bitumen
- Sources and Production
- Chemical Composition
- Types and Grades
2 Physical Properties of Bituminous Materials
- Viscosity and Flow Behavior
- Temperature Susceptibility
- Aging Characteristics
3 Asphalt Mixtures
- Mix Types and Classification
- Mix Design Methods
- Marshall Mix Design
- Superpave Mix Design
4 Properties of Asphalt Mixtures
- Stability and Flow
- Durability
- Fatigue Resistance
- Moisture Susceptibility
5 Modified Bituminous Materials
- Polymer Modified Bitumen
- Rubber Modified Bitumen
- Chemical Modifiers
6 Testing of Bituminous Materials
- Penetration Test
- Softening Point Test
- Ductility Test
- Flash and Fire Point Tests
- Performance Tests for Asphalt Mixtures
06 Polymers and Plastics in Civil Engineering 5 topics
1 Polymer Science Fundamentals
- Polymer Structure and Classification
- Polymerization Processes
- Molecular Weight and Distribution
2 Types of Polymers Used in Construction
- Thermoplastics
- Thermosets
- Elastomers
- Biodegradable Polymers
3 Properties of Construction Polymers
- Mechanical Properties
- Thermal Properties
- Chemical Resistance
- Weather Resistance and Aging
4 Applications in Civil Engineering
- Pipes and Conduits
- Waterproofing and Sealants
- Geosynthetics
- Polymer Concrete
- Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP)
5 Testing Methods for Polymers
- Tensile and Flexural Testing
- Impact Resistance
- Thermal Analysis
- Weathering Tests
07 Composite Materials 6 topics
1 Introduction to Composites
- Definition and Classification
- Matrix and Reinforcement Phases
- Interfaces and Interphases
2 Fiber Reinforced Composites
- Fiber Types and Properties
- Glass Fiber Composites
- Carbon Fiber Composites
- Aramid Fiber Composites
- Natural Fiber Composites
3 Matrix Materials
- Polymer Matrices
- Ceramic Matrices
- Metal Matrices
- Cementitious Matrices
4 Mechanical Behavior of Composites
- Micromechanics
- Macromechanics
- Failure Mechanisms
5 Civil Engineering Applications
- Structural Strengthening and Repair
- Bridge Components
- Building Components
- Infrastructure Applications
6 Manufacturing Methods
- Hand Lay-up
- Pultrusion
- Filament Winding
- Resin Transfer Molding
08 Glass and Ceramics 4 topics
1 Glass Materials
- Composition and Structure
- Types of Construction Glass
- Manufacturing Processes
- Properties of Glass
2 Structural Applications of Glass
- Architectural Glass
- Safety Glass
- Glass Fibers
- Special Glass Products
3 Ceramic Materials
- Clay-Based Ceramics
- Non-Clay Ceramics
- Manufacturing Processes
- Properties of Construction Ceramics
4 Ceramic Products in Construction
- Bricks and Blocks
- Tiles and Sanitary Ware
- Refractories
- Advanced Ceramics
09 Geosynthetics and Geotechnical Materials 4 topics
1 Types of Geosynthetics
- Geotextiles
- Geogrids
- Geomembranes
- Geocomposites
- Geonets and Geocells
2 Properties and Testing
- Physical Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Hydraulic Properties
- Durability and Aging Properties
3 Functions and Applications
- Separation
- Reinforcement
- Filtration
- Drainage
- Containment
- Erosion Control
4 Soil Improvement Materials
- Lime and Cement Stabilization
- Fly Ash and Slag Stabilization
- Chemical Stabilizers
- Grouting Materials
10 Smart and Advanced Materials 5 topics
1 Self-Healing Materials
- Self-Healing Concrete
- Self-Healing Polymers
- Self-Healing Coatings
2 Shape Memory Materials
- Shape Memory Alloys
- Shape Memory Polymers
- Applications in Structures
3 Piezoelectric Materials
- Principles of Piezoelectricity
- Types of Piezoelectric Materials
- Structural Applications
4 Phase-Change Materials
- Organic PCMs
- Inorganic PCMs
- Applications in Building Envelopes
5 Nanomaterials in Construction
- Nanosilica and Nanoclay
- Carbon Nanotubes
- Nano-Metal Oxides
- Nanocomposites
11 Building Envelope Materials 4 topics
1 Thermal Insulation Materials
- Organic Insulation
- Inorganic Insulation
- Reflective Insulation
- Vacuum Insulation Panels
2 Waterproofing and Dampproofing
- Bituminous Membranes
- Synthetic Membranes
- Cementitious Waterproofing
- Liquid Applied Membranes
3 Roofing Materials
- Bituminous Roofing
- Metal Roofing
- Tile and Slate Roofing
- Single-Ply Membranes
- Green Roofing Systems
4 Cladding and Façade Materials
- Metal Cladding
- Masonry Veneers
- Composite Panels
- Curtain Wall Systems
12 Durability and Service Life of Materials 5 topics
1 Degradation Mechanisms
- Physical Deterioration
- Chemical Deterioration
- Biological Deterioration
2 Concrete Durability Issues
- Carbonation
- Chloride Attack
- Sulfate Attack
- Alkali-Silica Reaction
- Freeze-Thaw Damage
3 Corrosion of Metals
- Corrosion Mechanisms
- Forms of Corrosion
- Corrosion Prevention and Control
4 Durability of Polymers and Composites
- UV Degradation
- Thermal Degradation
- Chemical Attack
- Biodegradation
5 Service Life Prediction
- Accelerated Testing
- Mathematical Models
- Reliability-Based Approaches
- Performance Monitoring
13 Sustainability in Construction Materials 6 topics
1 Life Cycle Assessment
- Methodology and Framework
- Inventory Analysis
- Impact Assessment
- Interpretation
2 Embodied Energy and Carbon
- Calculation Methods
- Reduction Strategies
- Carbon Sequestration
3 Recycled and Reclaimed Materials
- Recycled Concrete Aggregate
- Recycled Asphalt Pavement
- Reclaimed Wood
- Recycled Plastics and Metals
4 Industrial By-Products
- Fly Ash
- Slag
- Silica Fume
- Agricultural Wastes
5 Bio-Based Materials
- Bamboo
- Hemp and Flax
- Straw Bales
- Mycelium Composites
6 Green Building Rating Systems
- LEED
- BREEAM
- Green Star
- Material Credits and Requirements
14 Material Testing and Quality Control 5 topics
1 Sampling Techniques
- Random Sampling
- Representative Sampling
- Sample Preparation
2 Destructive Testing Methods
- Strength Testing
- Durability Testing
- Weathering and Aging Tests
3 Non-Destructive Testing Methods
- Ultrasonic Testing
- Radiographic Testing
- Magnetic Particle Testing
- Rebound Hammer
- Ground Penetrating Radar
4 Standards and Specifications
- ASTM Standards
- ISO Standards
- European Standards
- National Standards
5 Quality Assurance and Control
- Quality Planning
- Quality Control Processes
- Statistical Quality Control
- Documentation and Certification
15 Material Selection and Design 5 topics
1 Material Selection Process
- Requirement Analysis
- Property Profiles
- Constraints and Objectives
- Decision-Making Methods
2 Performance-Based Design
- Design Criteria
- Performance Requirements
- Verification Methods
3 Cost Analysis
- Initial Costs
- Life Cycle Costs
- Maintenance and Replacement Costs
- End-of-Life Costs
4 Environmental Impact Analysis
- Resource Depletion
- Energy Consumption
- Emissions and Pollution
- Waste Generation
5 Case Studies and Design Examples
- Bridge Material Selection
- Building Envelope Design
- Pavement Material Selection
- Repair and Rehabilitation Materials
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