BC 2044 - Buildings & Materials

Institution:

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to the theory and applications of building materials. Properties, composition, and characteristics of building materials with particular focus on ferrous and non ferrous metals, concrete, bricks and blocks, timber, glass and plastics. Emphasis on physical behavior of materials under load, including thermal loads, compatibility deformations and material behavior requirements, interaction among different materials, non-destructive/destructive methods for evaluation and testing of construction materials, basic analysis and design applications of major structural components. Pre: ESM 2104. Co: ESM 2204. (2H,3L,3 Credits)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.VT.EDU

Phone Number:

(540) 231-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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