Mass Timber Products, Connections and Structural Systems 2024 Fall

Mass Timber Products, Connections and Structural Systems (this is not a self-paced course)

October 14 – 25, 2024

This course will first introduce the basic skills and competencies required to understand engineered wood products and their unique properties. The topics will focus on engineering properties such as strength and stiffness as well as their typical applications. Manufacturing, durability, and moisture control will also be covered. Conventional and innovative connection technologies will be introduced as well. Then, the course will focus on the skills and competencies surrounding tall wood buildings and their structural solutions. Different structural forms and material selections will also be explored.