Advanced Construction Materials

Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
Course Fee:
£995
Start Date(s): New dates to be announced soon
Duration: year(s)
Study Mode(s): Short course
Campus: City Campus
Entry Requirements:
More information

Introduction:

The aim of this course is to enhance your professional knowledge about the behaviour and performance of specialist construction materials (including composites) when applied to structures built from diverse range of materials.

On this course you'll learn about the characteristics and durability of various advanced construction materials, ranging from fibre-reinforced concrete to reinforced plastics and advanced paving materials.

You'll be able to assess how you can affect strength/weight ratio, durability and the safety of structures by using different materials.

You'll also be able to assess the behaviour and performance of materials, write reports related to lab experiments, and learn how the application of these materials can affect design, durability and safety of structures.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

explain and critique engineering principles used in advanced materials behaviour
appraise the use of advanced materials as they affect the design process
adapt techniques in the use of advanced materials to create novel solutions to a wide range of problems
evaluate and improve health and safety issues as they relate to the use of materials
explain and debate complex sustainability and environmental issues related to the use of materials
identify and assess risks and apply risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.

Successful completion can also contribute 15 credits towards a postgraduate award.

What you’ll study

This course will include:

the material properties, test methods and durability of materials
structural behaviour, design guidelines, de-bonding and reinforcing concrete beams
the use of plastics as construction material
the different materials for paving
relevant case studies.

Entry requirements

Level: Professional/postgraduate

Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.

You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.

If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.

Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Getting in touch

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Level: Professional/postgraduate

Entry Requirements: You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.

You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.

If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.

Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Fees and funding

The fee for this course is £995.

Payment is due before the course starts.

The fee for this course is £995.

Payment is due before the course starts.

How to apply

Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.

You should then email your form to be considered by the academic team.

Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.