Course Overview
This course establishes the foundational knowledge required for participants to engage confidently in the Applied Mass Timber Engineering Microcredential. Through a progression from core terminology and product families to historical and regulatory context, to the technical properties of wood, participants develop a shared vocabulary and broad understanding of how mass timber performs, how it is procured and assembled, and how it fits within modern industrialized construction workflows. Participants also gain a clear understanding of MT's value proposition, typical project delivery workflows, and the code and regulatory framework governing mass timber construction in Canada primarily, and the United States. The course is delivered online with live sessions and prepares participants to enter the advanced engineering design courses that follow.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define core Mass Timber (MT) terminology, materials (CLT, GLT, LVL, etc.), and manufacturing processes.
- Explain the benefits, limitations, and risks of MT compared to conventional systems.
- Recognize MT's role within industrialized/off-site construction.
- Interpret key standards (CSA O86, O122) and regulatory frameworks relevant to MT.
- Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams using a shared MT vocabulary.
- Recognize the unique preconstruction workflow of Mass Timber projects and explain how it directly informs and integrates with the structural design process.
Effective as of Fall 2026
Related Programs
Mass Timber Construction Fundamentals (TMBR 3510) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Applied Mass Timber Engineering
Microcredential Part-time
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