Wood structures, advanced courseLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You can design and dimension demanding load-bearing timber structures for ultimate and serviceability limit states.
You can apply your expertise in the functionality of structural systems to timber structures

Content

Core content
What are the design criteria for variable cross-sections?
How does a CLT structure work and how is it dimensioned?
How does the steel plate + dowel connection work and how is it dimensioned?
How is a mast pillar dimensioned?
How does bracing work in timber structures?
How is charring considered in design?

Complementary knowledge
How are timber structures strengthened?
How do you design three-hinged arches and frames?
How is fire protection handled for timber structures?
How do you provide temporary bracing during installation?

Specialist knowledge
Computer aided design of wooden structures
Wooden bridges

Qualifications

Wood Structures 1

Accomplishment methods

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts proficiently
b. manage appropriate methods of information search
c. carry out interrelated tasks fluently
d. justify their actions in customer, user and target group situations
e. show skills in managing team work participating in discussions and tasks flexibly and positively
f. apply the ethical principles of the professional field according to the situation.