CIVE 2240 Materials of Construction

Introduction to scientific concepts of civil engineering materials; physical, mechanical, surface, fracture, and rheological properties of civil & construction engineering materials; proportioning of concrete mixtures including admixtures; origin, production, specifications and tests of bituminous materials and paving mixtures used in construction and maintenance of roads and pavements. Materials tested include: aggregates, Portland cement concrete, bituminous materials, wood, and masonry units. Students will perform laboratory testing using related ASTM/AASHTO test specifications.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Minimum grade of 'C' in CHEM 1309/1109 or CHEM 1311/1111 and permission of instructor.

Schedule Type

Lecture/Lab

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Civil Engineering

Offered

Fall/Spring