Exhibition Structural Point: Structures Construction Mock-Ups

Abstract

The exhibition "STRUCTURAL POINT: Structures Construction Mock-Ups” shows a special emphasis on building structures. This exhibition is made up of 50 detailed mock-ups that show every constructive element, joints and specific details in buildings, where different types of materials (metal, wood and reinforced concrete) have been used. This work has been made by the students of the Building Engineering Degree, as a main exercise in the subjects called “Structures Construction I and II”. Moreover, this activity has been complemented by parallel events during its exposure time at the Museum of the University of Alicante in order to open the degree at a university level, using the exhibition as a meeting point of leading professionals, important specialized construction companies and also, as a promotion of the degree for prospective college students. Finally, it is important to consider that many different elements related with constructive techniques play a key role in the building process: the best construction systems must be used, the most efficient solutions must be considered and the materials must be chosen carefully. All these concepts are basic to be included in the exhibition as they consider essential topics in the field of construction for the students of the degree in the Polytechnic School. In conclusion, the realization of this exhibition has served as global meeting point for students, professionals and future college students.