School Of EngineeringTimber Structures (PG)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 88122.1
Discipline: CIVIL ENGINEERING
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Students must have knowledge in engineering mechanics and statics at an intermediate level.
About this Unit
This unit covers the basic elements of structural behaviour and design with timber. The unit covers strength, stiffness and ductility in beams, columns and joints made of structural grade timber, as well as plywood elements. Students are given sufficient instruction to enable them to design simple single and multi-storied timber structures. The unit also describes the composition, variety and durability of timber materials so that the most suitable timber for a particular application is chosen in a project.