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It has never been more important for structural engineers to be competent in the use of a range of materials and demonstrate an awareness of the potential risks and opportunities associated with their material choices.

The Institution has collated the resources below to aid our members and others in understanding their material choices and the impact these choices can have on structural stability, risk and the climate.

Materials

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Concrete

This section of the website explores the use of concrete in construction.
 

Image of steel girders in construction

Steel

This section of the website explores the use of steel in construction.
 

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Timber

This section of the website explores the use of timber in construction.
 

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Novel materials

This section of the website explores the use of novel materials in construction.