066-0413-00L Materials and Constructions
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2018 |
| Lecturers | J. Carmeliet |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Course | Does not take place this semester. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Abstract | Building materials: properties and performance, building envelope integration and detailing, solutions for energy efficient buildings, sustainable building construction |
| Learning objective | The students will acquire knowledge in the following fields: Fundamentals of material performance Fundamentals of building envelope design and construction: roof, walls, basement Introduction to durability problems of building facades Materials for the building envelope: - Overview of structural materials and systems: concrete, steel and wood - Insulating materials - Air barrier, vapor barrier and sealants - Glazing and windows - Façade systems and veneer materials - Interior finishing Assessment of materials and components behavior and performance Solutions for energy retrofitting of (historical) buildings Aspects of sustainability and durability |
| Content | Building materials: properties and performance, building envelope integration and detailing, solutions for energy efficient buildings, sustainable building construction |
| Lecture notes | Handouts, supporting material and exercises are provided online (http://www.carmeliet.ethz.ch/). |
| Literature | All material is provided online (http://www.carmeliet.ethz.ch/) |