ARCH 276Timber: Design, Structure and Construction

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Engineering
Subject: Architecture

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Architectural case studies are used to examine conceptual development, structural design, building process, and the selection of structural timber systems. Topics such as flexural, compression and truss members, connections, and plywood construction are studied using calculations, design aids, rules of thumb, and the latest CSA design standards.

Prerequisites

Complete 1 of the following
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - ARCH260 - Principles of Structures (0.50)
  - CIVE204 - Solid Mechanics 1 (0.50)
  - CIVE205 - Solid Mechanics 2 (0.50)
- Must have completed the following:
  - ARCH262

Antirequisites

None listed.

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ARCH 362

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