Introduction to Wood: Architectural Design Considerations

This presentation will provide an introductory review of architectural considerations associated with wood framing. Fire protection and sprinklers, construction types, acoustics, and building envelopes in wood-frame structures will be reviewed, with an emphasis on cost-effective, code-compliant options for different building configurations.

By the end of the course, you will be able to do the following:

• Review wood’s role and allowable uses under current building codes. 
• Highlight code provisions specific to allowable wood-frame building sizes, including sprinklers and construction types. 
• Explore the variety of details and assemblies available for fire- and acoustically-tested wood-frame walls, floors and roofs. 
• Discuss building enclosure design fundamentals and the role that each control layer has on durability of exterior assemblies. 

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