B2286 - MATERIALS AND SUSTAINABILITY

Learning outcomes

Students learn how to select and employ building materials having low environmental impact in their life cycle, in compliance with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Course contents

• Sustainable binders, mortars and concrete: low carbon cements, alternative binders, use of by-products and waste. Characteristics, performance and contribution to circular economy. Existing standards and regulations.
• Sustainable ceramic materials for architecture. Characteristics, performance and environmental impact.
• Sustainable materials for the energy efficiency and retrofitting of the building envelope.
• Service life and durability of building materials as a contribution to sustainability.
• Hygiene and health requirements of building materials according to EU Regulation 305/2011. Possible emission of VOCs and radiation, release of toxic and dangerous substance, dampness.
• Environmental labels of building materials

Readings/Bibliography

• N. Jackson (Ed.) Civil Engineering Materials. Macmillan Press London 1983
• M. Illston (Ed.) Construction Materials. E & F Spoon London 1994
• Teachers' presentations available online

Teaching methods

• Frontal lectures
• Exercises in the classroom
• Technical laboratory experiences

Assessment methods

Verification of learning is through final oral examination on the entire program, which is given a grade in thirtieths.

The oral interview grade is based on the evaluation of the exposition of the required topics.
Passing the exam will be granted to students who demonstrate mastery and operational ability in relation to the key concepts explained in the teaching.

A higher grade will be awarded to students who demonstrate understanding and ability to use all the content of the teaching by illustrating it with language skills, reasoning and connection of the various topics covered.

Failure to pass the exam may be due to insufficient knowledge of key concepts and lack of mastery of technical language.

Teaching tools

Lectures with the aid of video projector and blackboard, also supported by projection of images and instructional videos. Additionally, the traditional blackboard will be also used.

1-2 laboratory exercises will be carried out.

Teaching materials are also available https://virtuale.unibo.it/

Office hours

See the website of Lucia Ferrari