MATERIAL CHEMISTRY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
INS456	MATERIAL CHEMISTRY	7	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. AHMAD RESHAD NOORI
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to learn and obtain the ability to make knowledge full decisions in the field of civil engineering regarding different materials chemistry, their chemical and physical properties, application areas, durability, environmental effects and methods of construction regarding the applied environment.
Contents of the Course Unit:	It contains thermal properties of materials, basics of chemical properties, timber, corrosion, masonry, plastics, glass, adhesives and new technologies.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
To be able to explain the physical and chemical properties of different building materials
To be able to make desicion in material selection upon obtaining sufficient materials chemistry knowledge for different applications
To be able to present methods to protect materials from various environmental chemical damages in different environments
To be able to explain the effects on the environment in the life cycle of a material

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Introduction to thermal properties, Temperature, Energy, Specific Heat, Thermal Conductivity, and How to Calculate Heat Loss from Cavity walls?	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
2	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Heat Conduction, Thermal Capacity, Thermal Diffusivity and Thermal Inertia in Multilayer Walls, Thermal Expansion Coefficient, Heat generation, Heat Absorption, Reflection, and Radiation	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
3	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Introduction to materials chemistry, Components of Atom, Chemical Elements, Molecules, Chemical Reactions	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
4	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions, Reaction Rates, Acids, and Bases	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
5	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Oxidizing Agents and Reducing Agents, Water Dissolved Chemicals, Lime Cycle, Gypsum Cycle	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
6	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Wood Chemistry, Environmental Impact of Forestry, Production, Engineered Wood Products	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
7	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Timber Strength, Timber Joining, Timber durability, Timber Protection, Bamboo	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Corrosion, Electrolytıc Corrosıon, Corrosıon Of Sıngle Electrode, Slow Corrosıon In Pure Water, Applıed Voltages	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
10	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	Connecting Different Metals, Acids, Oxygen, Effect Of Ph And Potential, Measurement Of Corrosion Rate By Linear Polarızation, Laboratory Measurement Device, Flow Calculation, Current Calculation, Measurement Of Potential, Steel Corrosion In Concrete, Corrosion Circuit, Linear Polarization Measurements In Concrete, In Situ Measurement Of Linear Polarization, Corrosion Prevention	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
11	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	MASONRY, Clay Bricks, Calcium Silicate Bricks, Concrete Bricks, Concrete Blocks, Natural Stones, Roofing Tiles, Slates, Masonry Construction Detailing, Masonry Construction Supervision, Conclusions	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
12	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	PLASTICS, Terminology, Mixing and Placement, Properties of Plastics, Modes of Failure (Durability), Typical Applications in Construction, Conclusions	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
13	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	ADHESIVES AND SEALANTS, Applications, Failure of Adhesives and Sealants, Safety, Types of Adhesive, Setting Processes, Sealants (Types of Sealant, Sealant Detailing)	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
14	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	GLASS, Introduction, Glass for Glazing, Glass Fibres, Glass Wool	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
15	Relevant chapter of the Reference book	NEW TECHNOLOGIES, 3D Printing, Photocatalytic Admixtures, Self-Healing Concrete, Zero Cement Concrete, Durability Modelling, Hemp Lime, Wood–Glass Epoxy Composites	Lecture, Question and Answer, discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Civil Engineering Materials, Peter A. Claisse, Elsevier, eBook ISBN: 9780128027516
Smart Buildings; Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology to Improve Energy-Efficiency and Environmental Performance, Marco Casini, Elsevier, ISBN: 978-0-08-100640-5
Organic Materials in Civil Engineering, Yves Mouton, ISTE USA, ISBN-10: 1-905209-11-8

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The formal systems used in civil engineering takes and Discuss the different methods

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil engineering design for the project presentation ensures the correct expression

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Civil engineering design for the project presentation ensures the correct expression

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Rise construction in the areas of production engineering can work independently and take responsibility for these issues

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	As a requirement of the civil engineering profession and the current change follows the principle of lifelong learning

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	As an individual becomes aware of social and professional responsibility

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The powers and responsibilities of civil engineering and construction management takes place within

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	35	35
Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	25	25
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	1	15	15
TOTAL	34	0	150