DCC 10292 - CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS SESI 1: 2024/2025

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS course aims to equip students with a comprehensive knowledge of construction materials in civil engineering field. The curriculum provides a comprehensive overview of civil engineering materials and a detailed exploration of concrete materials comprising cement, aggregate, water and admixtures. The course also covers concrete mixtures extensively and explores the characteristics of both fresh and hardened concrete. Moreover, the course explores the properties of timber, types and characteristics of bricks and concrete blocks, and basic concept of steel materials. This course additionally provides knowledge regarding advanced construction materials and methods for each respective topic.