DESIGN OF TIMBER STRUCTURES
Technical training to design quality timber structures
Up to 20 days before course start: 100% refund
From 19 to 10 days before course start: 50% refund
Up to 9 days before course start: no refund
Information
WHY PARTICIPATE
This course provides you with the essential technical skills to master the structural design of timber buildings, exploring regulatory references, calculation methods and case studies.
You will learn how to correctly design and detail timber connections, select the most suitable fastening systems, both traditional and innovative, and understand the behavior of different structural systems.
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The program combines in-depth theory with practical application, including hands-on exercises and laboratory testing to reinforce key concepts. Beyond technical knowledge, the course offers direct interaction with industry experts and networking opportunities, creating a comprehensive learning experience.
CONTENTS
The course addresses the fundamental aspects of structural design for timber buildings, with particular focus on regulations, calculation methods, and practical applications.
Starting from material properties and behavior, it then analyzes traditional and innovative connection systems, the correct design of joints according to Eurocodes and ETA and strategies to ensure durability and long-term performance of timber structures.
The course also explores innovative solutions and case studies for timber and hybrid structures, providing participants with applicable knowledge for contemporary timber design challenges.
- Different structural types: post and beam, CLT, and hybrid structures
- Design, calculation and detailing of timber connections
- Testing, analysis of failure modes and real-world case studies
- Networking with industry professionals
AUDIENCE
The course is designed for those who want to develop advanced expertise in timber structural design and elevate their skills to industry standards.
It is ideal for professionals who want to:
Design timber buildings with precision, safety and long-term durability in mind
Learn how to design and calculate the connections, aligned with Eurocodes
Apply theory through practical exercises and lab testing
Connect with industry experts, expanding professional know-how and network
SPEAKERS
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Eng. Ermanno AclerHolzpak Engineering
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Walter CorradiniRothoblaas
REGISTRATION
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COURSE EXPERIENCE
Includes specialized technical training, lunches, coffee breaks, networking dinner, course materials, and 2 overnight stays in a hotel (booked by Rothoschool)
550€ + VAT
Programme
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08:30 - 08:45
PRESENTATION OF THE COURSE
Eng. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
09:00 – 09:45
TIMBER TECHNOLOGY
Wood under the microscope: properties, anisotropy, and biodegradation
Dott. Jarno Bontadi - CNR IBE -
09:45 – 10:30
MAJOR STRUCTURAL TYPES IN TIMBER STRUCTURES
Different systems to build with timber
Ing. Leonardo Silvestri - Rothoblaas -
10:30 - 11:00
COFFEE BREAK
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11:00 - 11:45
POST AND BEAM: STRUCTURE AND CONNECTIONS
Structural details, concealed connections, fire resistance, construction tolerances and bracing systems
Ing. Nicolò Leccardi - Rothoblaas -
11:45 - 12:30
POST AND BEAM: HIGH SHEAR RESISTANCE CONNECTIONS
Design of long span beams using connections with high shear resistance, big tolerance and a prefabricable/demountable solution
Ing. Alberto Di Paolo - Rothoblaas -
12:30 – 13:30
LUNCH BREAK
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13:30 - 14:15
POST AND BEAM: DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS - THEORY
Johansen Theory according to Eurocode 5. Design of dowel-type connections in timber structures, Johansen model
Ing. Nicolò Leccardi - Rothoblaas -
14:15 - 15:00
POST AND BEAM: DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS - PRACTICE
Design of dowel-type connections in timber structures, Johansen model: practical exercise
Eng. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
15:00 – 15:15
COFFEE BREAK
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15:15 - 16:00
CLT: STRUCTURE AND CONNECTIONS
Shear walls, seismic behaviour and connections systems (hold down and angle brackets)
Ing. Hannes Spitaler - Rothoblaas -
16:00 – 16:45
CLT: DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS - THEORY
Connection to the ground and innovative connections for CLT structures
Eng. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
16:45 - 17:30
CLT: DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS - PRACTICE
Design and verification of a connection to the ground with hold down and shear connections and correct detailing for durability
Ing. Francisco Rodríguez Bejarano - Rothoblaas -
17:30 - 18:15
LAB EXPERIENCE
Stress-test in the lab of TENSION ANGLE-BRACKETS connection with analysis of failure modes of the connection
Ing. Alvise Ramazzini - Rothoblaas Walter Corradini - Rothoblaas -
18:30
NETWORK DINNER IN A TYPICAL LOCAL RESTAURANT
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09:00 - 09:45
HYBRID: STRUCTURE AND CONNECTIONS
Types of hybrid structures, design for disassembly, optimization, performance, and case studies
Ing Ernesto Callegari - Rothoblaas -
09:45 - 10:30
HYBRID: MOCKUP
Innovative connections and applications with hands-on explanation of real mock-up structure
Ing. Paolo Grossi - Rothoblaas -
10:30 - 10:45
COFFEE BREAK
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10:45 - 11:30
HYBRID: STEEL TO TIMBER CONNECTIONS - THEORY
Correct installation, protection of the timber connections to achieve durability and avoid wood swelling
Ing. Hannes Spitaler - Rothoblaas Ing. Daniele Cunego - Rothoblaas -
11:30 - 12:15
HYBRID: STEEL TO TIMBER CONNECTIONS - PRACTICE
Laboratory installation of a steel to timber connection, analysis of the over torque and calculation of the tension created in the screw
Ing. Hannes Spitaler - Rothoblaas -
12:30 - 13:30
LUNCH BREAK
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13:30 – 14:15
HYBRID: RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS
Mechanical performance of hybrid CLT-STEEL shear walls: the HyWood4buildings projects
Prof. Daniele Casagrande - Università di Trento -
14:15 - 15:00
HYBRID: CASE STUDIES
Examples of innovative structures around the world
Eng. Ermanno Acler - Holzpak Engineering -
15:00 - 15:15
COFFEE BREAK
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15:15 - 16:00
THE DURABILITY OF TIMBER STRUCTURES AND FAÇADE/ROOF DESIGN: THEORY
Hygrometric design of timber buildings, flat roof, microporous and monolithic membrane, fire reaction, choice of materials
Ing. Francisco Rodríguez Bejarano - Rothoblaas -
16:00 – 16:45
WATERPROOFING LABORATORY TESTS
Microporous and monolithic membrane test, fire reaction test, water column test, temperature and UV resistance, climatic chamber
Ing. Francisco Rodríguez Bejarano - Rothoblaas -
16:45 – 17:00
END OF COURSE AND DISTRIBUTION OF CERTIFICATES
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17:00 – 17:45
VISIT AND TECHNICAL EXPLANATION OF ROTHOBLAAS AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE
Eng. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas
Up to 20 days before course start: 100% refund
From 19 to 10 days before course start: 50% refund
Up to 9 days before course start: no refund