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Used the Most, Taught the Least: An Analysis of Current Wood Engineering Education in U.S. Universities

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Structural engineers are becoming aware of the impact the selection of structural materials can have on the environment. The building industry is acknowledging and embracing the contribution of the sustainable potential of wood to reduce the environmental footprint of a project through its carbon-storing capabilities and renewable qualities. Relevant was the introduction of cross-laminated timber (CLT) into the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) and the creation of the International Code Council’s (ICC) Tall Wood Building Ad Hoc Committee. The Committee investigated the viability of increasing allowable areas and heights of mass timber construction, which resulted in code changes for the 2021 IBC to provide for allowable story heights of mass timber to 9, 12, and 18 stories depending on assembly fire ratings, occupancy, and other safety requirements.

Source: DigitalCommons - CalPoly (California State Polytechnic University)

Authors: Lawson, John W., Kam-Biron, Michelle, Perkins, Brent

Institution: California Polytechnic State University

Language: English

Topic: Engineering Education and Curriculum Development

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Climate action, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7213390438

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