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Introduction to Wood Material

Aalto University via Aalto University Executive Education Path

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Aalto University Executive Education Path
Pricing

Paid Course
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Effort

54 hours
Sessions

Self-Paced
Level

Beginner

Wood remains one of the most important renewable materials available to humans. With its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, it maintains a significant market presence, even amidst competition from man-made materials.

To make the best use of this resource, it is crucial to understand the links between the structure and anatomy of wood and its properties. Now, the basics of wood can be studied through convenient online courses, available regardless of time and place. Introduction to Wood Material is a set of two engaging courses introducing learners to the world of wood.

This learning path consists of two courses: Wood Structure and Anatomy and Wood Properties.

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Course Modules

Wood Structure and Anatomy
Wood Properties

Learning Outcomes

After the completion of the course, participants will be able to

Describe wood formation and identify the components comprising the cell wall, along with their functions.
Understand the fundamental macro-level structure and characteristics of wood and articulate the basics of wood grain orientation.
List typical softwood and hardwood cell types, elucidating their functions.
Calculate wood moisture content and explain how moisture impacts wood dimensional changes through cell-level interactions.
Discuss factors affecting wood durability and enumerate European durability and use classes.
Recognize the influence of grain angle, knots, and other natural wood features on its mechanical properties.

Taught by

Kristiina Lillqvist

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Wood remains one of the most important renewable materials available to humans. With its excellent strength-to-weight ratio, it maintains a significant market presence, even amidst competition from man-made materials.

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