Overview
Civil Engineering : Classification of materials; atomic bonds; phase diagrams; elementary crystallography, imperfections and their relationship to mechanical behaviour; engineering properties and uses of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, ceramics, cement, concrete, timber and timber products, polymers, composites; smart materials and systems; electrochemical reactions and corrosion, prevention and protection; environmental influences; group laboratory projects.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Boyd, Andrew (Winter)
(4-2-6)
Prerequisite: CIVE 290