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101-0169-00L 3 Credits MSC D-BAUG

Timber Structures III

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Andrea Frangi, Dr. Robert Jockwer, Dr. Michael Klippel, Dr. Stephan Schilling, Marcel Muster, Dr. Pedro Coutinho Palma
Examiners: Prof. Dr. Andrea Frangi, Dr. Michael Klippel, Dr. Pedro Coutinho Palma
Prerequisite: Timber Structures I (101-0168-00L). Students who have not completed Holzbau I require a special permission from the lecturer.
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:25

Abstract

Consolidation and supplementation of the basic knowledge acquired in Timber Structures I + II. Treatment of current topics and innovations in timber engineering. Structural design and refurbishment of complex timber structures with high requirements for earthquake resistance, sound insulation and fire protection. Description, analysis and discussion of an existing timber structure in groups.

Objective

In-depth understanding of the theoretical and design aspects of timber construction. Dimensioning, structural design, optimisation and refurbishment of complex timber structures with high requirements for earthquake resistance, sound insulation and fire protection.

Content

Multi-storey timber buildings (general, cross laminated timber, high-rise buildings, fire protection, sound insulation), Post-tensioned timber constructions, building with hardwood, robustness of timber structures, earthquake-resistant timber structures, maintenance and renovation of structures.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Autography Timber StructuresCopies of lecture slides

Literature

Timber design tables HBT 1, Lignum Swiss Standard SIA 265 Swiss Standard SIA 265/1 Eurocode 5

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Mode
oral 15 minutes
The final grade is made up of a compulsory continuous performance assessment task (50%) and an oral examination (50%). The compulsory continuous performance assessment task consisting in an existing timber construction is examined in groups. The results must be summarized in writing and in a presentation. The presentations are given as part of a one-day seminar in the second or third calendar week (dates to be determined at the beginning of the semester). Participation in the seminar is part of the performance element and is therefore compulsory. The oral examinations take place in the days following the seminar.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Timber Structures III
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
No time listed 2 h weekly

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