Program Overview

Course Overview

The course "Advanced building materials and technology" (VB8011) is a doctoral degree level course offered at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The course is tailored to each student's PhD project within the field of building materials, building technology, and structural engineering.

Course Details

• Credits: 7.5
• Level: Doctoral degree level
• Course start: Autumn 2025
• Duration: 1 semester
• Language of instruction: English
• Location: Gj黲ik
• Examination arrangement: Oral exam

About the Course

Course Content

The syllabus is adapted to each student's PhD Project, focusing on building materials, building technology, and structural engineering. The selected project provides the candidate with experience in applying theoretical knowledge, scientific methods, and suitable simulation, analysis, and design tools for solving complex engineering problems.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

On successful completion of the course, the student will:

• Be at the forefront of knowledge within the topic of their engineering project.
• Have a profound understanding of the state-of-the-art and the latest developments in the professional engineering field relevant to their doctoral thesis.
• Be able to apply the theories, methods, and processes in scholarly projects as well as in professional engineering projects specific to their field of engineering.

Skills

On successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Apply theoretical knowledge, scientific methods, and simulation tools suitable for solving complex civil engineering problems.
• Deal with complex professional issues with an academic approach and reflect critically on established knowledge and practice within the research field of the project.
• Plan and conduct scholarly work within the topic of their engineering project.
• Analyse existing theories, methods, and standardised solutions on practical and theoretical engineering problems.

General Competence

On successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Apply their knowledge and skills to carrying out advanced tasks and projects.
• Communicate issues, analyses, and solutions to both specialists and non-specialists.
• Assess the need for, and initiate innovation in their field of expertise.

Learning Methods and Activities

The course includes seminars, project assignments, scientific reports, and oral presentations.

Compulsory Assignments

• Mandatory assignment

Evaluation

Exam registration in the same semester is required. Compulsory activities from previous semesters may be approved.

Specific Conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required, specifically in Engineering (PHIV).

Required Previous Knowledge

Admission to a PhD program in a relevant field is required.

Course Materials

To be announced at semester start.

Subject Areas

• Building and construction technology
• Structural Engineering
• Concrete Structures
• Timber Structures
• Building Materials
• Concrete Technology

Examination

The examination arrangement is an oral exam, with a weighting of 100/100 and a duration of 45 minutes. The grade is either Passed or Not Passed.