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Geology of construction materials focuses on the origin, occurrence, constitution and characteristics of the wide variety of natural rocks and minerals (inorganic non-metallic geomaterials) used in the construction industry. Those include aggregates, natural stone, inorganic binders (cement raw materials, limes, gypsum), structural clay products, and minor construction materials. Attention is paid to the composition, genesis, test methods, and to the physical and chemical factors controlling potential failure of materials. Basics of economic geology of constructional geomaterials mineral deposits is covered as well.
Last update: Přikryl Richard, prof. Mgr., Dr. (26.09.2024)
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Prentice J.E., 1990. Geology of construction materials. Chapman and Hall, London, 202 pp. + review papers or book chapters recommended during lectures Last update: Přikryl Richard, prof. Mgr., Dr. (06.02.2023)
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Participation on lectures is niot obligatory but highly recommneded as there is no single source of information (textbook). Participation at practicals is obligatory and will be checked. Each student will be asked to write an essay (5-7 pages) based on the topics that will be offered by lecturewr at the start of the term. Requirements to final exam: Final exam will be in the form of written test consisting of 30 questions. Marking - 100-90 % - A grade, 75-90 % B grade, 65-75 % C grade, less than 65 % - non-passed. Last update: Přikryl Richard, prof. Mgr., Dr. (26.09.2024)
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1. Constructional geomaterials as a specific category of mineral raw materials 2. Natural stone for construction, architecture and sculpture (genesis, properties) 3. Stone extraction and processing 4. Stone deterioration and conservation, and role of geologist in pre-restoration research 5. Aggregates (crushed stone, sand and gravel) 6. Lightweight aggregates 7. Earth and soil fill 8. Brick raw materials 9. Inorganic binders 10. Investigation of deposits for construction raw material 11. Environmental impact of quarrying and quarry rehabilitation Last update: Přikryl Richard, prof. Mgr., Dr. (06.02.2023)
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This course is designed for students of geology on master level (therefore not designed for bachelor students !!!), specifically those with special interest on the geology of mineral raw materials. The subject makes part of specialised courses dealing with geology of mineral deposits, and its fulfilment is highly recommnded to students who plan state exam on "mineral deposits / economic geology" subject. Last update: Přikryl Richard, prof. Mgr., Dr. (26.09.2024)
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