Building Construction : Timber Construction
Course Synopsis
Construction materials have an important role to play for sustainable construction. This course introduces student to timber as vital construction materials including its classification, properties, laboratory testing, manufacturing process and applications in built environment. Scope of study includes bricks and masonry, timber, which shall comprise the floor system, wall system and roof system.
Course Learning Outcome
01 - Explain the basic issues related to architectural and construction materials technologies.
02 - Select appropriate materials and technologies to be applied on specific design.
03 - Organize the selected materials and technologies in the form of plans and documents.
Module 01: Introduction to Timber Construction
In Video Pop-Up Quiz. Please enjoy the videos and answer the in-video quiz question as part of
the course assessments activity (slides provided as your reference)
Module 02: Timber Construction Joints & Connection
In Video Pop-Up Quiz. Please enjoy the videos and answer the in-video quiz question as part of
the course assessments activity (slides provided as your reference)
Module 03: Timber construction - Light Frame
In Video Pop-Up Quiz. Please enjoy the videos and answer the in-video quiz question as part of
the course assessments activity (slides provided as your reference)
Module 04: Timber construction - Heavy Timber Construction
In Video Pop-Up Quiz. Please enjoy the videos and answer the in-video quiz question as part of
the course assessments activity (slides provided as your reference)