Introduction to Timber Frame Engineering: Design/Make/Break
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$200 scholarships available to all participants courtesy of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Ages: 18 & Up
Instructor: Joe Miller
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: Basic math skills
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Starting with an overview on how to determine the forces and loads a traditional timber frame structure (or really any structure) will see over the course of its lifetime, the course focus will transition into sizing of beams, as well as a primer on basic joinery and connection design. In order to break up the class room portion, we will design a basic timber frame joint, calculate its allowable design strength, and then fabricate it out of timber. After the joints are fabricated, we will βbustβ them by pulling them apart using a hydraulic load frame, with friendly bragging rights awarded for the best prediction of strength and best capacity. Experience in design or fabrication of timber frames is not required, but basic math skills will be handy. There will be something to learn for beginners up through experienced framers.
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute, 1375 N. Main St, Building #41, Adrian MI 49221
Class Size: Maximum 20 students
If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email c2FtYmVhdWZvcmR3b29kc2hvcCB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t
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Ages: 18 & Up
Instructor: Joe Miller
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: Basic math skills
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Starting with an overview on how to determine the forces and loads a traditional timber frame structure (or really any structure) will see over the course of its lifetime, the course focus will transition into sizing of beams, as well as a primer on basic joinery and connection design. In order to break up the class room portion, we will design a basic timber frame joint, calculate its allowable design strength, and then fabricate it out of timber. After the joints are fabricated, we will βbustβ them by pulling them apart using a hydraulic load frame, with friendly bragging rights awarded for the best prediction of strength and best capacity. Experience in design or fabrication of timber frames is not required, but basic math skills will be handy. There will be something to learn for beginners up through experienced framers.
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute, 1375 N. Main St, Building #41, Adrian MI 49221
Class Size: Maximum 20 students
If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email c2FtYmVhdWZvcmR3b29kc2hvcCB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t
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