BYG125 Building Materials BYG228 Structural Mechanics II BYG307 Structural Mechanics III BYG222 Loads and Structures BYG227 Building Design or similar
Learning outcomes
After completing the course the student should:
Understand non-isotropic materials
Be able to explain and convey the advantages and disadvantages of using wood as material for given constructions
Be able to design relevant wooden structural parts
Be able to design different nodes in wood
Be able to verify that requirements for strength and stiffness are met in accordance with European regulations (Eurocode 5)
Have a good understanding of building structures
Have a good understanding of wood as a building material
Have the knowledge to evaluate when wood is a better choice as building material than other building materials
Have knowledge of typical wood support systems
Course contents
Dimensioning of wood elements for different loads and load combinations (pressure, tension, shear, and torque) in accordance with European regulations (Eurocode 5)
Calculation, dimensioning of nodes in wood in accordance with European regulations (Eurocode 5)
Introduction to wood and wood-based products
Wood as construction material
Teaching methods
Lectures, exercises.
Examination requirements
Students must pass the compulsory assignments to take the examination.
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual 4 hours written exam. Graded assessment.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.”