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Construction Materials and Methods

X486 (2 semester units in Civ. & Env. Eng.)

An elective in the Certificate Program in Construction Management

The construction industry is constantly changing as new materials come on the market, new applications are found for existing materials, and construction techniques evolve. The "do more with less" business outlook of our time pushes the envelope for the most efficient use of materials in construction. The process of construction can no longer be separated from the materials. With the business realities of the marketplace, the litigiousness of society, and competition in global business, the need for an understanding and appreciation of this has never been more appropriate.

In this course you explore the implications of design realities, material capabilities, code limitations, and regulations on the construction process. Topics include the physics of natural and man-made materials, construction tolerances, efficiency, workmanship, and other issues that impact quality, constructability, and life-cycle assessment. Enrollment is limited.

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Mon. April 21, Berkeley