AEC 1520 - Construction Materials and Systems

Credits: 3(3-0)

Formerly AEC 121 Examines building materials and construction techniques. Topics include a study of soils, concrete, brick, masonry, steel, timber, and plastics and a study of types of building structural systems and components. Principles of interpreting light commercial construction drawings (blueprints) for structural and trade information are also introduced. Prerequisite(s): none.