Study Guide

Objective

The student is able to calculate and examine
- dimensioning of columns
- dimensioning of the ridge bar
- dimensioning of the xxx beam (maha)
- dimensioning of the boomerang beam
- dimensioning of CLT and LVL panels
- floor vibration dimensioning
- fire dimensioning
- dimensioning to prevent continuous collapse
- dimensioning of the three-joint frame
- dimensioning of three-joint arch
- dimensioning of the shear-loaded nail joint
- dimensioning of the shear-loaded screw connection
- dimensioning of the axially loaded screw connection
- dimensioning of the corner plate joint
- dimensioning of the glue bar connection
- dimensioning of the "board joint"
- fire dimensioning

The student is able to identify
- mechanical operation of building components
- mechanical operation of the structure entity
- structural weaknesses and strengths
- differences in floor types due to vibration technology
- mechanical operation of joints
- joints breakage
- weaknesses and strengths of joints
- the effect of joints on wood cracking
- the effects of combining different materials on wood cracking
- the effect of the joints on the acoustics

Content

Calculation of Wood Construction: Pillar, Tile, Beam, Joints

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completion of the course requires active attendance and participation in the teaching and passing the exercises. The exercises are given in writing and are graded on a pass (or fail) scale.

Qualifications

At least a few years of basic work experience in the design practices of large buildings in Finland.