Building Materials and Construction

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Instructor: Prof. B. Bhattacharjee, Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Delhi.

This course deals with topics: functions of buildings and structures, types of loads on structures, functional requirements of buildings, and role of materials in construction. Concrete as a material, its ingredients and Concrete Production Process including prefabrication, modular coordination; Cement: Hydration of cement, Chemical reaction, Structure of cement paste, Consistency and setting; Fresh Concrete: Role of aggregates and water in fresh concrete, workability Test for workability Role of admixtures, Segregation and bleeding; Strength of concrete: Role of porosity, Role of aggregate, aggregate-mortar interface, Tensile strength, Modulus of elasticity and their tests; Durability and long term performance of concrete, Role of mineral admixture; Mix design of concrete: Bricks and mortar and their properties, brick and other masonry construction; Metals with reference to Structural Steel: Structure and its role in properties of steel; Plastics and Polymers in construction, admixture paints, sealants and adhesives; Timber and plywood and glasses; Typical roof construction and foundations.

Syllabus

Module 1 Lecture -1 Functions Of Buildings.
Module 2 Lecture-1 Role Of Material In Construction.
Module 3 Lecture -1 Concrete:Material.
Module 3 Lecture -2 Concrete Production (Contd.).
Module 3 Lecture -3 Concrete Production (Contd.).
Module 3 Lecture- 4 Concrete:Production (Pumping, Placing).
Module 3 Lecture- 5 Concrete:Production (Curing).
Module 4 Lecture -1 Cement: Hydration.
Module 4 Lecture - 2 Cement and Cementitious Material.
Module 5 Lecture - 1 Fresh Concrete.
Module 5 Lecture - 2 Fresh Concrete: Role of Mix Parameters.
Module 5 Lecture - 3 Fresh Concrete : Role of Admixtures.
Module 5 Lecture - 4 Fresh Concrete : Segregation & Bleeding.
Module 6 Lecture - 1 Strength of Concrete.
Module 6 Lecture - 2 Strength of Concrete.
Module 6 Lecture - 3 Strength of Concrete.
Module 6 Lecture - 4 Mechanical Properties of Concrete.
Module 6 Lecture - 5 Mechanical Properties of Concrete.
Module 6 Lecture - 6 Strength of Concrete : Non Destructive.
Module 7 Lecture -1 Durability of Concrete.
Module 7 Lecture - 2 Durability of Concrete.
Module 7 Lecture - 3 Durability of Concrete.
Module 8 Lecture - 1 Cement Aggregate and Water Selection.
Module 9 Lecture - 1 Mix Design of Concrete.
Module 9 Lecture -2 Mix Design Of concrete IS Method.
Module 9 Lecture -3 Mix Design Of Concrete: British.
Module 10 Lecture -1 Masonry : Materials.
Module 10 Lecture -2 Masonry : Walls.
Module 10 Lecture - 3 Masonry : Walls : Resistance.
Module 10 Lecture - 4 Masonry : Walls : Resistance.
Module 10 Lecture - 5 Walls : Functional Performances.
Module 10 Lecture - 6 Walls : Defects and Durability.
Module - 11 Lecture - 1 Metals Fundamentals.
Module 11 Lecture - 2 Metals and Iron Systems.
Module 11 Lecture -3 Steel: Uses in Construction.
Module - 11 Lecture - 4 Steel : Uses in Rebar.
Module - 12 Lecture - 1 Polymer in Construction.
Module 12 Lecture - 2 Polymer in Construction : Uses.
Module - 13 Lecture - 1 Glass and Timber : Glass.
Module - 13 Lecture - 2 Glass and Timber: Timber.
Module - 14 Lecture - 1 Roof and Floor Construction.

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4.7 rating, based on 145 Class Central reviews

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Sanoja Rathnayake @SanojaArchViz

I highly recommend this course to anyone involved in construction, whether you're a student, professional, or someone looking to expand their knowledge in this field. It not only covers the fundamentals but also delves into advanced topics, making it a valuable resource for individuals at various stages of their careers.
Devanshu Sanjaykumar Ahuja @Devahuja

Nice content.

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Simple.

Easy to understand.

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Audio Video perfect.
Chalwe Benjamin

It's an excellent course especially that l m building a new house and at the same time helping in a construction work done within the community.
Ganesh Tapkire

After completion of course understand many thing related to building material and its useful for civil engineering students
Kelvin Nana Nyantekyi @kelvinnana

its a very nice course in construction that helps you to know many things about construction and it brotherns the mind as well
Arpan Nath @thalaivaa91

Bagged a huge knowledge about concrete work, best for a civil engineer
MANZI ISHIMWE Jean Tresor

Completing courses on building materials and construction has been a highly enriching experience. The courses provided a comprehensive understanding of various building materials, their properties, and applications. I gained knowledge on sustainable…

Completing courses on building materials and construction has been a highly enriching experience. The courses provided a comprehensive understanding of various building materials, their properties, and applications. I gained knowledge on sustainable materials, construction techniques, and safety protocols. The courses covered topics such as concrete technology, steel structures, and wood construction, which helped me understand the strengths and limitations of each material. I also learned about innovative materials and technologies, such as 3D printing and green building materials. The courses were well-structured, and the instructors were knowledgeable and responsive. I can now make informed decisions about material selection and construction methods, and I feel confident in my ability to contribute to sustainable and efficient building practices.
Keerthana

"I recently completed an NPTEL course and was thoroughly impressed! The course content was comprehensive, well-structured, and industry-relevant. The video lectures were engaging, and the instructors were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The assignments and quizzes helped reinforce my understanding of the concepts. The online discussion forums were also helpful for clarifying doubts. I appreciated the flexibility of the course schedule, which allowed me to learn at my own pace. Overall, I found the NPTEL course to be an excellent resource for learning and professional development. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in expanding their skills!" 5/5 stars!
Ahmad Farhan Rizieq

The training "Building Materials and Construction" was very informative and useful. The material presented covers various important aspects such as types of building materials, construction methods, and material testing techniques. The teaching is interactive and applicable, complemented by case studies relevant to today's industry. The facilitator is also very experienced and able to answer participants' questions clearly. This training helped improve my understanding of proper material selection and efficient construction techniques. Highly recommended for professionals in civil engineering and construction.
Krutika Wankhade

It was easy to understand and to know all the things in a brief with its proper explaination. The video provides a comprehensive overview of various building materials used in construction, ranging from traditional materials like wood and brick to modern materials such as steel, concrete, and composites. It explores the properties, advantages, and disadvantages of each material, making it suitable for both beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding.
Onke Makhesonke Mbulawa

i learned the big heighted buildings example how they constructed the FNB Stadium in South Africa what are the difficulties to construct that building , and dams near Soweto to construct that was in South Africa. world famous buildings their architectural designs too it was amazing to learn the structures wonderful learning from this videos i got . Thank you.
Salik Hussain

The coarse was good explanation was to the point and very informative.I thought it would he hard but it was easy and Best way
To learn any skill and coarses online.
after taking the classes my knowledge about building materials and construction work has improved a lot.
Lab Prasad Joshi

This course is very fruitful. I really enjoyed while listining it. Building materials are very crucial things in construction so we need to select them properly, this lessons suggest us how to select them well.
Maravilho Fufuna

This course provided a solid foundation in construction principles and practices. The hands-on projects were particularly valuable. Highly recommend to anyone interested in the field.
Ereen Sadek

thank you for the videos and construction materials. I've learned a lot from them and really appreciate the valuable insights they've provided
Rahma Dani

Sangat bagus dan menginspiratif.
Sangat mudah di oahami dalam penyampaian dan ilmu yang sangat bermanfaat tentu nya di bidang kontruksi
PRINCE KUMAR

Gave good knowledge about building construction and construction materials in a better and simple way through this course.
Dr Akram Salim Pathan

All lectures are very interesting and informative.All content in video are pratical oriented and very simple in understanding
Nishanth S

I learned something in this course..very useful to me .In this course most important for civil engineeringers to known
Afna A Vahid

I have successfully completed the online course on building materials and construction. Really good video classes. Sir detailed every chapter very neatly and it is very easy to understand what they try to teach.
Happy to do more courses with NPTEL