With the objective of strengthening the technical and applied training of students from the Faculty of Geociences Engineering (FICT) at ESPOL, an experimental class was held at the Holcim Innovation Center as part of the Holcim Academy program.
The activity allowed students to bridge the knowledge acquired in the classroom with real-world practices in the construction industry.
The session featured Eng. Henry Zambrano, a Holcim specialist, who provided a detailed explanation of the practical procedure, covering the characterization of the materials used, types of cement and aggregates, as well as the technical criteria for concrete mix design.
Technical Application in a Real-World Environment
During the class, students performed on-site fundamental tests for concrete quality control, such as the slump test, fresh concrete temperature control, and the application of best practices in the mixing process.
These activities reinforced their understanding of key technical concepts and their correct application within a professional environment.
Integration of Critical Thinking and Sustainability
As an essential part of the educational experience, critical thinking was promoted through the comparative analysis of two mix designs. Students evaluated which design presented a higher carbon footprint based on the dosage and cement content.
Este ejercicio permitió integrar criterios técnicos con consideraciones ambientales, alineando la formación académica con los principios de sostenibilidad y responsabilidad ambiental.
