Timber structures

Structure Type: Course
Code: KH12B2020
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 10.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Jokelainen, Janne
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Students know functions and history of wooden structures in Finland. Students know common parts connected to wooden buildings and their history.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

Wood in the history of construction. Requirements associated with buildings. Foundations. Floors. Walls. Ceilings. Roofs. Doors. Windows. Fireplaces and chimneys. Bathrooms.

Recommended or Required Reading

- Valonen N. 1994. Suomen kansanrakennukset, National Board of Antiquities
- Lecturer's material and lecture notes

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Lectures
- Group work
- Assignments
- Independent study

Assessment Criteria

Grading will be announced during the course.

Assessment Methods

Examination and approved exercise

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