Introduction
In this unit, you will learn about the processes for the design of engineered timber structures used in multistory and commercial buildings in compliance with the relevant Australian and International Standards. You will also learn about the design of timber structures for durability and fire. Prior knowledge of engineering design is assumed.
Summary
| Unit name | Commercial Timber Engineering |
| Unit code | ENG731 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Doctor Assaad Taoum |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Learning Outcomes
- Prototype multi-story residential and commercial buildings in response to a design brief.
- Design timber structures for fire and durability in accordance with relevant standards.
- Manage an interdisciplinary design project to leverage diverse skills within a team.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
KAA110Teaching
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| Assessment | AT2: Concept design o a mixed-use building (25%)|AT1: Concept design of an industrial buidling (35%)|AT3: Detailed design of a mixed use building (40%) | ||||||||||||||
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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