Master the design and construction of engineered lumber products, gaining the expertise to leverage their unique properties and optimize structural solutions with confidence.
This seven-hour course examines the properties and application of engineered lumber products in structural design, focusing on design values, material properties, and performance considerations. The course focuses on glued laminated timber, timber poles, and piles, structural composite lumber, prefabricated wood I-joists, and wood structural panels. The course also explores fasteners, connectors, design software, and resources.
Key learning outcomes include:
Through detailed explanations, practical examples, and explorations of relevant industry standards like the NDS, this course equips you with the knowledge to confidently specify, design, and construct with engineered lumber, fostering innovative and efficient building solutions.
Online Courses for Engineers
HalfMoon Education is a nonprofit continuing education provider offering live webinars and on-demand courses for engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors, attorneys, paralegals, accountants and others. Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of professionals nationwide stay current with industry standards and codes, earn CE hours, and advance their expertise through practical, expert-led learning experiences. Learn more about us at: www.halfmoonseminars.org
Associate Professor, Department of Sustainable Biomaterials, Virginia Tech
Dr. Hindman serves as associate professor in the Sustainable Biomaterials Department at Virginia Tech, where his research program focuses upon the efficient use of low-carbon, biological-based materials for construction. His research philosophy revolves around three principles related to wood materials: structure, safety, and sustainability. Dr. Hindman is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Forest Products Society, and the National Frame Building Association. He holds a professional engineering license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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