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Wood structure. Wood/fluid relationships. Biodeterioration of wood. Wood preservation. Mechanical conversion. Panel products. Wood as an engineering material. Wood in building. Use of wood residues. Wood chemistry. Pulp and paper.
The course focuses on wood science, i.e. the chemical, biological and physical phenomena encountered when trying to understand the behavior of wood. Starting on the molecular scale, the chemical composition and ultrastructure of the woody cell wall will be explored, followed by the biological processes responsible for the unique anatomy of wood from individual species. The chemical and biological aspects are essential to understand the physical properties of wood like strength and stiffness, as well as the interaction of wood with water.Finally, wood quality under the above-mentioned premises is considered and the implications for silviculture and forest management are discussed.Contact hours in this course are in Term 3 only.
The student will:- know the biological and chemical processes giving rise to the physical properties of wood- understand the key factors influencing wood properties- be aware of the challenges and opportunities caused by the enormous variability of wood properties- be able to present scientific and technical topics in seminar and written formats
Subject to approval of the Director of Studies, Forest Engineering.
FORE327
For further information see School of Forestry Head of Department
Assessment comprises:Lab assignments Report Presentation Mid-semester test Participation in labs, seminars and field trips is mandatory.
Stout footwear is essential for industrial visits and work in laboratories.
Domestic fee $777.00
International fee $4,375.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Forestry .