Introduction to Sustainable Building Engineering

Juan Jose CASTRO (Center for International Education and Exchange)

Objective
   The objective of this course is to focus on the environmental impact of the construction and recycling of buildings and in the importance of the life cycle prediction and maintenance for sustainability of concrete buildings. This course outlines the basic concepts of concrete structures, deterioration of structures and materials, inspections, diagnosis, repair, strengthening and maintenance of structures.

Course Schedule

(1) Introduction (What is concrete?)
(2) Material Characteristics
(3) Social importance and safety of Concrete Buildings
(4) Environmental impact of the construction and recycling of buildings
(5) Material Deterioration Mechanism (Carbonation, Chloride Ion)
(6) Material Deterioration Mechanism (Alkali silica reaction, Freezing and thawing cycles)
(7) Material Deterioration Mechanism (Fire)
(8)-(9) Maintenance (Inspection and diagnosis of concrete, Techniques of non destructive tests)
(10)-(11) Maintenance (Repairing techniques)
(12) Visiting to Testing Facilities or construction site
(13) Strengthening and retrofitting
(14)-(15) Students Oral Presentation

Textbook and Reference
   There is no assigned textbook. Reading material will distributed in each class

Grading
   Attendance 15%
   Report and Quiz 20%
   Class participation 25%
   Presentation 40%