Chemical Modification of TimberLaajuus (3 cr)

Objective

The student knows the common methods and standards of pressure impregnation for the chemical protection of timber. The student is aware of the potential of pressure impregnation for the chemical modification of timber. The student can estimate the impact of chemical modification on the properties of timber and on the economy of production.

Content

The methods, standards, and end-uses of chemical protection of timber. Some other possibilities and methods of chemical modification of timber.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Excellent (5), good (4-3), satisfactory (2-1); fail (0)