Hybrid Timber for Large-Span Structural Applications 2024 Fall

Hybrid Timber for Large-Span Structural Applications (this is not a self-paced course)

December 2 – 13, 2024

This course provides insight into optimized long-span structures, including timber-concrete and steel-timber composite floors, hybrid timber-steel trusses and bridges.

The primary learning and competency outcome are the following:

• Gain knowledge on high-performance connections for hybrid timber-based systems and shear connectors for composite sections (e.g., glued-in rods, reinforced shear connectors, self-tapping screws, glued steel and FRP plates, proprietary joints)
• Understand how to analyze composite timber-based systems under partial composite action
• Apply structural design optimization procedure to refine the final cross-section of the elements
• Structural analysis and design of long-span roofing and floorings, including structural solutions for bridges, with specific reference to best engineering practices in both design and construction