Given the time that is available for a development of the subject at a level that implies use of it by the future Building Engineer, cannot be based on a total ignorance of Chemistry and Geology, also taking into account, that the basic knowledge of both subjects is taught during several years of pre-university education. In this sense, participation in the initiation course (Zero-Course_earlier sept) is recommended; the knowledge will be checked with an initial level test. For all these reasons, it will be required, as minimum knowledge, that the student must possess to pass this subject and that they can be examined at any time, all those corresponding to the High School Education, which can be obtain from any textbook of this course and the precedents. An initial level of English is convenient.
The incorporation of Chemistry and Geology, as essential materials in the training of technicians in construction and building has been a logical process, growing and irreversible. Like other subjects that did not figure in the old educational plans of the technical schools, these subjects have been incorporated into the nucleus of the engineers' training. They come to fill a void that the business community demanded due to the increasing technification of their teams, in which there are usually no technicians trained to understand professional advisors of geology and / or chemistry.
It is, for them, evident that both the construction materials and the very deep excavations of the current and future buildings represent a worrying facet in the construction. The profession has accepted this demand in the new restructuring of the studies.
Course competences | |
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Code | Description |
E04 | Knowledge of the chemical characteristics of the materials used in constructions, their manufacturing processes, the methodology of the tests to determine their characteristics, their geological origin, environmental impact, recycling and waste management. |
G01 | Ability for analysis and synthesis |
G02 | Organization and planning ability |
G04 | Problem resolution |
G06 | Critical thinking |
G08 | Teamwork in an interdisciplinar environment |
G12 | Autonomous learning |
G21 | Command of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) |
G22 | Correct oral and written communication |
Course learning outcomes | |
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Description | |
To systematize the processes, minerals and rocks corresponding to its genesis, and not by an arbitrary commercial gazetteer. | |
To relate the chemical concepts with the minerals, rocks and materials of artificial origin of more frequent use, as well as to know the ores of the metals and other industrial materials | |
You will know the reactivity of construction materials against different external agents and their relationship with potential pathological processes. | |
Know the relationship between the origin and application of the materials, and the scientific and technical nomenclature for their action in a multidisciplinary team; and, secondarily, to obtain initial training for a later specialization. | |
Application of chemical and geological knowledge in the environmental impact as well as in the recycling of construction materials, supporting the management and treatment of waste from construction activities. | |
Acquire the foundations of anti-seismic regulations, key in the construction; and be able to read a geological map, its report and interpret a general geological cut. | |
To become familiar with the work in the laboratory leading to the identification and analysis of the materials or their components. To do this, the methodology of the tests for determining the characteristics of construction materials must known. | |
As a working tool, the specialized contents of the computer network will be used. | |
Additional outcomes | |
Not established. |
Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | R | Description * |
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | E04 G01 G06 G08 G21 | 1.4 | 35 | N | N | N | Presentation in the classroom of the concepts and general principles of the geological and chemical sciences, using the participatory master lesson method. |
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E04 G01 G02 G04 | 0.2 | 5 | N | N | N | Exercises solving in a participatory way in the classroom. |
Other off-site activity [OFF-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | E04 G01 G02 G04 | 1 | 25 | N | N | N | Self-solving exercises. |
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | E04 G02 G06 G21 | 0.5 | 12.5 | Y | Y | N | Realization of laboratory practices. Realization, delivery and exhibition of laboratory report. |
Other on-site activities [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | E04 G01 G02 G04 G06 G08 G12 G21 G22 | 0.24 | 6 | Y | N | Y | Realization of assessment tests and problems of the basic conceptual aspects of each of the main topics. To be able to make mediation with the evaluation of other activities, it is necessary to have a minimum score of 4.5 out of 10. |
Group tutoring sessions [ON-SITE] | Group Work | E04 G01 G02 G04 G06 G08 G12 G21 G22 | 0.06 | 1.5 | N | N | N | Group or individual tutorials. |
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | E04 G01 G02 G04 G06 G08 G12 G21 G22 | 2.6 | 65 | N | N | N | Self-study |
Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 |
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming R: Rescheduling training activity
Grading System | |||
Evaluation System | Face-to-Face | Self-Study Student | Description |
Practicum and practical activities reports assessment | 50.00% | 0.00% | Delivery and defense of a practice report according to established guidelines. Work will not be picked up if it does not meet these characteristics. For this, attendance at two tutorials (on the dates specified) of the group on the work will be mandatory. Quality of work and presentation will be valued. To be able to make media with the evaluation of other activities (assessment tests) it is necessary to have a minimum score of 4.5 out of 10. |
Test | 50.00% | 0.00% | Assesment tests of the basic conceptual aspects of each of the main topics (topic 2, 3 and 4). To be able to make mediation with the evaluation of other activities (memory defense practices) it is necessary to have a minimum score of 4.5 out of 10 in each of the tests. |
Total: | 100.00% | 0.00% |
Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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Hours | hours |
Unit 1 (de 4): Overview of construction materials. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2 |
Group 30: | |
Initial date: 27/09/2019 | End date: 28/09/2019 |
Unit 2 (de 4): Fundamentals of chemistry. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 13 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 2 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 10 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 3 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 2 |
Group tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work] | .5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 22 |
Group 30: | |
Initial date: 26/09/2019 | End date: 23-10-2019 |
Unit 3 (de 4): Fundamentals of geology | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 12 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 6.5 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 2 |
Group tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work] | .5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 22 |
Group 30: | |
Initial date: 24-10-2019 | End date: 27-11-2019 |
Unit 4 (de 4): Processing of construction materials. Basic properties and environment. | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 8 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 3 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Problem solving and exercises] | 15 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 3 |
Other on-site activities [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 2 |
Group tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work] | .5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 21 |
Group 30: | |
Initial date: 28-11-2019 | End date: 20-12-2019 |
Global activity | |
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Activities | hours |