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Wood Structures

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRJ1113
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-RJ 2015
Level: Master of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2015-2016)
Credits: 4 cr
Responsible Teacher: Paananen, Heikki
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

The objective is to strengthen the skills in designing wood structures. The student can perform the stability (buckling and transverse buckling) and the dimensioning of overall strutting of a building in accordance with the Euro codes. The student can dimension robust wood structures and timber joints and define a fire classification. The objective is to reach the qualification in accordance with classification AA in designing wood structures.

Student's Workload

The student's total work load 108h of which scheduled 32 h.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies required.

Contents

Dimensioning stresses in accordance with the Euro codes. Buckling and transverse buckling. Overall strutting of a building. Joints. Fire classification.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Euro codes and their national instructions where applicable. The teacher's own material.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Blended learning, lectures and design assignments.

Assessment Criteria

Assessment scale 1-5.

Assessment Methods

Exam and design exercises.


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