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What is the main objective of the course 'Materials for Buildings'?
What is the main objective of the course 'Materials for Buildings'?
- To enhance the knowledge of materials' properties
- To teach students how to construct a building
- To design a new material for building construction
- To increase awareness when choosing materials for projects (correct)
What is the minimum score required to pass the written exam?
What is the minimum score required to pass the written exam?
- 15/30
- 22/30
- 20/30
- 18/30 (correct)
What is the attendance requirement to be considered an attending student?
What is the attendance requirement to be considered an attending student?
- At least 80% attendance
- At least 60% attendance
- At least 70% attendance (correct)
- At least 50% attendance
What is the format of the exam?
What is the format of the exam?
Where are the class materials uploaded?
Where are the class materials uploaded?
What is the main focus of the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
What is the main focus of the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
What is the requirement for group works?
What is the requirement for group works?
What is the purpose of the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
What is the purpose of the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
What is the attendance policy for the course?
What is the attendance policy for the course?
How many main topics are covered in the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
How many main topics are covered in the 'Materials for Buildings' course?
Who is the author of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
Who is the author of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
What is the edition of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
What is the edition of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
In what year was the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders' published?
In what year was the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders' published?
Who is the contact person mentioned in the content?
Who is the contact person mentioned in the content?
What is the warning mentioned in the content?
What is the warning mentioned in the content?
Where were the pictures in the file acquired from?
Where were the pictures in the file acquired from?
What is the purpose of the CAUTION statement?
What is the purpose of the CAUTION statement?
What is the publisher of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
What is the publisher of the book 'Materials for Architects and Builders'?
How many points will be added to the results of the written test for the group work?
How many points will be added to the results of the written test for the group work?
What is the minimum score required on the written test to be eligible for the group work bonus?
What is the minimum score required on the written test to be eligible for the group work bonus?
Which of the following materials is NOT a topic for the group work?
Which of the following materials is NOT a topic for the group work?
How will the group work be presented?
How will the group work be presented?
What is the purpose of the case study in the group work?
What is the purpose of the case study in the group work?
What is the role of the instructor during the group work?
What is the role of the instructor during the group work?
How will the group composition and case study be shared?
How will the group composition and case study be shared?
What is the recommended textbook for the course?
What is the recommended textbook for the course?
What is the purpose of the GRANTA EDUPACK 2024?
What is the purpose of the GRANTA EDUPACK 2024?
What is the topic of the course?
What is the topic of the course?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- The course covers traditional and innovative materials for buildings, with two main topics: materials and their properties, and how to choose materials for projects.
Course Objectives
- Increase awareness when choosing materials for projects
- Examine materials with new and curious eyes
Exam and Attendance
- Attendance is not compulsory, but group works are only for attending students who need to sign in every class and achieve at least 70% attendance.
- The exam is a written test focused on course topics, and students need to achieve at least 18/30 to pass.
- Group work gives a bonus of 2 points to be added to the written test results.
Group Work
- Find an innovative material or an innovative use of traditional materials
- Analyze the material's characteristics and compare it to commonly used materials
- Analyze the case study, explaining why the selected material was used, and its advantages and disadvantages
- Present the group work during classes, followed by a discussion with the entire class
Group Work Topics
- Metals
- Mortars and binders
- Ceramics
- Polymers
- Natural materials
- Composite/hybrid materials
Presentation Guidelines
- Maximum 15 slides
- Discuss the group work during classes, followed by a discussion with the entire class
Resources
- Website: https://mamech.chem.polimi.it/
- Online services: GRANTA EDUPACK 2024, http://www.polimi.it/
- Course bibliography:
- Material Architecture, John Fernandez
- BUILDING MATERIALS: Edition 2, P.C.VARGHESE
- Materials for Architects and Builders by Arthur Lyons
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