Description

Integrated study of material properties, performance and economic and environmental cost, as related to engineering and architectural design Topics include material properties and selection, materials database, processing and design, ecological considerations and optimization. Examples will be drawn from cementitious materials and ceramics, metals, polymers and composites.

Program

M.Sc. in Structural Engineering

Objectives

• The course aim is to introduce the students to the various criteria of material selection for sustainable design.