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2008-2009 Graduate Catalog 
    
2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

WSC 450 - Wood Structural Applications


The selection of wood members and products for use in structural applications. Determination of vertical design loads and lateral forces, the design stresses, and allowable stresses based on species, grade, and other factors. Measurement of strength properties in the laboratory. Fundamentals of environmental control within building. The design of wood buildings and other structures with emphasis on structural integrity, economic material selection, and occupant thermal comfort. Lec 2, Lab 3.

Prerequisites & Notes
WSC 212 and WSC 425 or permission.

Credits: 3