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UM-PT01-PK03-BR004(BI)-S04
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
KAEA2216
Timber Design
KAEA1121 and KAEA1122
122 hours
3
On completion of the course, students are able to:
1. Define what is meant by structural design, discuss the objectives and
recognise various methods of design.
2. Illustrate how to obtain the permissible stresses for timbers using the
MS544
3. Design timber beams, columns and connectors using MS544
4. Review timber as a structural material, its structural properties,
processes it has to undergo before being used in structural
applications, standard tests and factors that affect timber strengths.
5. Recognise various types of timber connectors.
Problem solving, critical thinking and design skills
Introduction and objectives of structural design. Elastic and limit state
design methods. Derivation of permissible stresses for structural timber.
Design of timber joists and beams. Design of timber struts and columns.
Design of timber connections. Introduction of timber as a structural
materials. Timber defects. Seasoning of timbers. Preservation of timbers.
Standard mechanical tests for timber. Factors that affects timber strengths.
Various types of timber connections.
Lecture, Design Project
Continuous Assessment : 40%
Final Examination : 60%
Marks or grade for test and continuous assessment will be given before
the final exam.
Refer to University of Malaya (First Degree Studies) Rules 2013 and
University of Malaya (First Degree Studies) Regulations 2013