Construction Stone Structures is a course that focuses on the use of natural stone as a building material in civil engineering and construction. It covers the properties, classification, selection, quarrying, dressing, and transportation of stones used in construction. The course also explains methods of stone masonry, including rubble and ashlar masonry, as well as the design, construction, and maintenance of stone structures. Students learn about the advantages, limitations, durability, and applications of stone in buildings, retaining walls, bridges, monuments, and other engineering works. The course aims to develop knowledge and practical skills for the proper use of stone in safe, durable, and aesthetically pleasing structures.
- Teacher: Theoneste Semajeri