Perform an in-depth breakdown of the various techniques and equipment used to chemically, mineralogically and petrophysically characterize a building material"

The technological experiments used in industry to determine the strength and durability of materials are very varied and necessary. Performing these analyses facilitates the characterization of the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of the raw materials used in the construction sector. This is essential to foresee the useful life of the products based on the environmental conditions to which they will be exposed.

This postgraduate certificate in Laboratory Characterization Techniques for Construction Materials will address the tools necessary to identify, select and make use of the most powerful and versatile characterization techniques available today to determine the composition, topography, morphology and properties of materials and surfaces.

In each class, information on miscroscopy such as optics, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), among others, will be taught. Likewise, classes related to X-ray diffraction will be given so that the student will be able to identify the phases present in a material. In addition, X-ray fluorescence contents will be taught, which will help students gain in-depth knowledge of the elements that make up the materials.

A module will be devoted to the techniques, underlying physics and geometry, instrumental aspects, practical use, and the benefits and problems related to their application in materials science. At the end of the program, the engineer will have practical knowledge of how to apply the above techniques in the development of materials. This will enable them to use the appropriate methodology for a given material to be characterized and to be able to interpret the data and extract the necessary information.

With a 100% online postgraduate certificate students will be able to study comfortably, wherever and whenever they want. All you need is a device with internet access to take your career one step further. A modality according to the current times with all the guarantees to position the engineer in a highly demanded secto

Apply the latest systems and technology for the rehabilitation of a construction project and the maintenance of old buildings”

This postgraduate certificate in Laboratory Characterization Techniques for Construction Materials contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Gain in-depth knowledge of the variables, analysis and processing methods, as well as the characterization and properties of the materials used in construction
• Determine the life cycle and the carbon footprint of the materials
• Experiment with new materials and technology related to new applications and uses
• Manage new building technologies and participate in building quality management processes
• Evaluate aspects of sustainability and environmental impact of the materials
• Analyze the concept of durability of the construction materials and their relationship with the concept of sustainability
• Identify the main causes of the alteration of construction materials

Study this postgraduate certificate 100% online at a time to suit you no matter where you are"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, which means the student must try to solve the different real-life situations of that arise throughout the academic program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Master the evaluation and interpretation of the data obtained from the characterization procedures in order to choose the materials best suited to the construction project"

Take your career to the next level by making proposals for materials based on scientific data"

The design of this postgraduate certificate will allow the student to acquire new competencies and skills that are necessary to update their knowledge and skills in their profession. The knowledge gained in this program will enable them to gain understanding of the tools needed to identify, select and make use of the most powerful and versatile characterization techniques available today. In view of the above, TECH establishes the following general and specific objectives to guarantee the satisfaction of the future graduate.

Apply appropriate techniques to determine the composition, topography, morphology and properties of materials and surfaces"

General Objectives

• Perform an exhaustive analysis of the different types of construction materials
• Gain in-depth knowledge of the features of different construction materials
• Implement new technologies applied to engineering materials
• Assess the waste materials
• Manage materials from a quality and production point of view
• Apply new techniques in making construction materials that are more environmentally friendly
• Raise awareness of new trends and materials applied to construction

Specific Objectives

• Give an in-depth breakdown of the various techniques and equipment used to chemically, mineralogically and petrophysically characterize a construction material 
• Establish the basis for advanced materials characterization techniques, specifically optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction, x-ray fluorescence, etc.
• Master the evaluation and interpretation of data obtained with scientific techniques and procedures

Learn about the X-ray diffraction technique so that you will be able to identify the phases present in a material"