Civil Engineering Materials is a comprehensive English textbook designed for undergraduate students in civil engineering, addressing the growing demand for professionals with both solid technical knowledge and English proficiency in the context of international engineering cooperation. Closely aligned with the latest industry standards and scientific advancements, the book systematically covers core topics in civil engineering materials. It integrates the authors’ extensive teaching, research, and practical experience, presenting content in a gradual manner—from fundamental concepts to in-depth mechanistic analyses—while incorporating real-world engineering cases to bridge theory and practice.
The textbook also embeds ideological and political education elements, such as craftsmanship spirit, patriotism, professional responsibility, and innovative thinking, fostering well-rounded talents with engineering thinking and scientific inquiry skills. It highlights cutting-edge developments in both domestic and international material innovations, supporting the cultivation of international talents under the Belt and Road Initiative. Key points, difficult topics, and ideological content are supplemented with QR-code-linked videos for enhanced learning. Edited by Professor Chen Zheng and co-authored by experts from multiple universities, this book serves as an ideal resource for bilingual or fully English-taught courses in civil engineering materials.
