Introduction
This unit explains the organic origins, growth and defects effects on timber performance as a structural material. You will also learn to describe engineered wood products in terms of the manufacturing process and specify timber structures for moisture content, shrinkage and durability.
Summary
| Unit name | Timber Material Technology |
| Unit code | ENG738 |
| 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 |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Explain organic origins, growth and natural characteristics effects on timber performance as a structural material.
- Specify timber structures for moisture content, shrinkage and durability.
- Relate the grading process to timber stress grades by conforming to the material required structural performance
- Describe the characteristics of engineered wood products and their use in various structural applications.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | In person intensive workshops and tutorials. Lecturer to arrange prior to the start of the semester. |
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| Assessment | Quizzes (20%)|Report (20%)|Report (30%)|Report (30%) |
| 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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