Practical activities for the identification of the various kinds of panels for non-structural use and for the understanding of their properties and characteristics.
Understanding the characteristics of technical data sheets and their meaning.
Recognizeing wood-based panels.
Knowing the specific functions to each kind of panel.
Avoiding wrong or improper use of panels.
Prerequisites
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Teaching Methods
Laboratory practical activities.
Exercitation on the properties of panels.
Further information
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Type of Assessment
Practical test and oral examination.
Course program
Examination of the characteristics of the main types of panels for non-structural use (particles, fibers, plywood): resistance, stiffness, response to dampness, shape and dimensional stability. Tests for the determination of some of the properties of the aforementioned panels.