52483 - Materials and Construction Elements Design

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, general information and characters of the most used building materials and components (both natural and artificial ones) as well as of construction systems will be gained by the student. the student will be able to criticaly compare the main features, performances and construction process of the principal building materials and components in relation with the evolution of building tecniques. He will be able to evaluate the choice of materials and components in relation with their properties, performances and functions and to manage the elements of construction according to their functional layout.

Course contents

According to the UNI 8290 classification (and UNI 005 appendix) of the technological system, the student will learn to identify the differnet parts composing the building and the relative interactions, aiming at a systemic analysis of the principal requirements to be satisfied.
During the course the main "typologies" of materials, components and systems will be deepen outlining the principal features and performence as well as the possible application according to requirements.
The main issues of the course will be:
- terminology and definition concerning building process, technology of architecture, innovation, sustainable design
- concepts concerning: technological units, construction element, layer; functional classification models, technological units an classes analysis
- concepts concerning: needs, requirements and performances; need-performance modelling; performenace design
- principal features of technical elements (foundation, structures, building envelope, partition)
- principal junction details (walls/ground; structure/building envelope; walls/roof; horizontal/vertical partition)
- building process of the principal building materials: natural stone, concrete, wood, brick, steel, metals, glass, plastics

Readings/Bibliography

- Campioli A.,Lavagna M.; Tecniche e architettura; CittàStudi edizioni, Novara, 2013.

- Gaspari J.; L’involucro edilizio stratificato. Soluzioni per l’efficienza energetica in funzione dell’aggiornamento normativo.; Edicom Edizioni, Monfalcone, 2018.

 - Koenig, G.K.; Furiozzi, B.; Fanelli, G.; Bugatti, B.; Brunetti, F; Tecnologia delle costruzioni; Le Monnier, Firenze 2004 (3 voll.)

- Torricelli, M.C.; Del Nord, R.; Felli, P.; Materiali e tecnologie dell'architettura; Laterza, Roma. 2001 (3° ed. 2003)

Additional references will be provided during the course if needed.

Teaching methods

The course foresees lectures, seminars and tests in order to evaluate the progress of the learning process. A detailed programme of lectures and seminars will be given at the biginning of the course. Tests will be specifically described during the course and will be scheduled according to the learning process.

Assessment methods

The assessment of learning consists of:

1. A first multiple-choice test designed to assess knowledge about lectures content. Assessment is expressed in letters (based on the number of correct answers: A excellent, B very good, C more than satisfactory, D satisfactory, E borderline, F failed) and converted during the examination into a partial mark out of thirty, corresponding to 25% of the final mark. The test is taken in the lecture theatre during lecture time.
2. A second multiple-choice test designed to assess knowledge about lectures content. Assessment is expressed in letters (based on the number of correct answers: A excellent, B very good, C more than satisfactory, D satisfactory, E borderline, F failed) and converted during the examination into a partial mark out of thirty, corresponding to 25% of the final mark. The test is taken in the lecture theatre during lecture time.
3. A drawing exercise on detail nodes, carried out in stages during the semester as part of the training activities. The assessment covers the correctness of the proposed technical solution, the completeness of the detail, the accuracy of the legend, the quality of the drawing and the clarity of the information. The mark is expressed out of thirty, announced at the time of the examination and accounts for 30% of the final mark.
4. An oral examination designed to assess the candidate’s ability to communicate using appropriate specialist terminology. The mark is expressed out of 30, is announced during the examination, and accounts for 20% of the final mark.

With regard to assessment, limited, declared and non-substantial use of AI is permitted for support activities. Substantial use of AI to complete parts of the assessment is not permitted.

Students with specific learning difficulties (SLD) or temporary or permanent disabilities are advised to contact the relevant University office in good time at (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it [https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it):] ). The office will be responsible for proposing any necessary adjustments, which must, in any case, be submitted for the lecturer’s approval 15 days in advance; the lecturer will assess their appropriateness, taking into account the course’s learning objectives.

Teaching tools

Lectures and seminars will be supported by pdf presentations. Further informations and/or bibliography will be provided during the course.

Office hours

See the website of Jacopo Gaspari