Lectures

1. Atomic mass, mole, atomic structure, isotopes, radioactivity.
2. Atomic shell structure, electronegativity, periodicity of properties of elements, periodic table.
3. Chemical bonding, polarity of bonds, chemical equations, stoichiometry, dissociation of molecules, pH.
4. Chemical kinetics, reaction rate, catalysis, thermochemistry, chemical equilibria.
5. States of matter, gases, liquids, solids, surface tension, capillary phenomena.
6. Dispersion systems – aerosols, foams, emulsions, suspensions, colloidal systems, gels, real solutes, surfactants.
7. Properties of selected inorganic compounds of carbon and silicon, chemistry and degradation of glass.
8. Chemical composition and properties of natural and secondary raw materials used in civil engineering.
9. Binders – production, composition and properties of gypsum, Sorel cement, lime, hydraulic lime, Portland cement and alumina cement. Pozzolanas.
10. Chemical degradation of binders and construction materials, protection against degradation.
11. Electrochemical properties of metals, standard redox potentials, galvanic cells, electrolysis, metals and corrosion of metals.
12. Chemistry of water and air. Chemical composition of wood and degradation to wooden structures. Asphalts.
13. Composition and properties of carbon-based polymers, their chemical stability. Composition and properties of polysiloxanes, chemical stability.

Laboratory sessions (2 hours once every 2 weeks)

1. Basic information. Safety instructions.
2. Acids and bases.
3. pH, oxidation and reduction.
4. Lime, cement and other building materials.
5. Water.
6. Metals.
7. Final test.

• Expertise

The graduate can:

• • describe the effect of different types of bonds on the behaviour of molecules and their influence on the properties of building materials.
  • explain the dissociation of molecules, acids and bases, pH and different types of chemical reactions.
  • characterize different types of dispersions and describe the principles of their stabilization.
  • describe the chemical composition of building binders and the basic principles of their production, setting and hardening.
  • describe the chemical composition of organic materials such as wood, asphalts and basic polymers and describe their properties.
  • describe the different types of degradation of building materials based on gypsum, lime binders, concrete, wood, plastics and corrosion of metals.
  • describe the composition of natural water and identify undesirable substances that can cause degradation of building materials.
• Professional skills

The graduate can:

• • solve basic chemical calculations for the preparation of solutions and pH of strong acids and bases, calculate the yield of chemical processes.
  • apply theoretical knowledge in the production and diagnosis of building materials and propose measures to prevent corrosion processes.
  • assess the environmental impact of the production of building materials.
• Competence

Ability to collaborate with others to solve problems and projects.

Ability to analyze and evaluate information and arguments in the context of building chemistry.

Ability to make independent and responsible decisions based on acquired knowledge and skills.