Glass Science and Engineering

Glass plays an ever more prominent role in structures through its application in facades, roofs, floors, beams, columns, walls and complete glass constructions. Consequently, there is an increasing emphasis on glass technology both in engineering practice and in research, resulting in a strong need for engineers in this field.

This course therefore focuses on the application of glass in structures and covers the state-of-the-art in glass research and engineering. Through lectures, workshops, analyses and a hands-on design of a glass structure, students learn about the engineering and research aspects of glass, such as its mechanical behaviour, manufacturing processes, testing procedures, design standards, connection typologies, safety aspects, sustainability considerations and innovative glass structures.