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 is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in timber structural design. Participants will acquire practical skills for the correct dimensioning and detailing of timber connections, gain a clearer understanding of the behavior of different structural systems, and learn to identify and mitigate potential failure modes. The integration of hands-on activities and laboratory testing supports the application of theoretical concepts in a controlled environment. A case study selected for its technical relevance is included to illustrate real-world scenarios and provide a basis for practical applications.
CONTENTS
The course begins with an introduction to the main timber structural systems, including post and beam, CLT, and hybrid configurations.
Key topics include the calculation and detailing of connections, fire resistance, construction tolerances, structural detailing, and bracing systems.
The course combines theoretical instruction with practical components, including hands-on activities and laboratory testing, aimed at analyzing failure modes in timber connections.
Special attention is given to the detailing of critical connections to ensure long-term durability. The course also explores innovative solutions and connection strategies for hybrid structures, providing participants with applicable knowledge for contemporary timber design challenges.
- Different structural types: post and beam, CLT and hybrid structures
- Calculation and detailing of timber connections
- Testing of timber connections and their failure modes
- Durability, fire resistance and critical construction details
- Innovation of timber structures and research
- Case study analysis
AUDIENCE
This course is ideal for professionals who want to:
Deepen their technical knowledge of timber construction
Learn how to design timber buildings with precision and long-term performance in mind
Engage in a comprehensive learning experience that combines theory, real case studies, exercises and LAB results in a informal exchange with instructors and fellow participants
Whether you're a designer, construction company, building site supervisor or a structural engineer: this training is made for you!
REGISTRATION
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COMPLETE COURSE WITH DINNER AND HOTEL
2 days of specialized technical training. The package includes: 2 nights in a hotel (booked by Rothoschool), networking dinner, lunches and coffee breaks and course materials.
590 € + VAT
ACTIVE PROMOTIONS
Multiple subscriptions? They’re worth it. Companies registering two or more participants receive a 10% discount on the total amount, directly applied to the invoice.
Programme
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08:30 - 08:45
PRESENTATION OF THE COURSE
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
08:45 – 10:30
MAJOR STRUCTURAL TYPES IN TIMBER STRUCTURES
Different systems to build with timber
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
10:30 - 11:00
COFFEE BREAK
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11:00 - 11:45
POST AND BEAM STRUCTURES
Structural details, concealed connections, fire resistance, construction tolerances and bracing systems.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
11:45 - 12:30
HIGH SHEAR RESISTANCE CONNECTIONS IN POST AND BEAM
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
DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS IN POST AND BEAM: THEORY
Johansen Theory according to Eurocode 5. Design of dowel-type connections in timber structures, Johansen model.
Ing. Francesco Manni - Rothoblaas -
14:15 - 15:00
DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS IN POST AND BEAM: PRACTICE
Design of dowel-type connections in timber structures, Johansen model: practical exercise.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
15:00 – 15:15
COFFEE BREAK
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15:15 - 16:00
DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS IN CLT: THEORY
Connection to the ground and innovative connections for CLT structures.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
16:00 – 16:45
DESIGN OF CONNECTIONS IN CLT: PRACTICE
Design and verification of a connection to the ground with hold down and shear connections and correct detailing for durability.
Ing. Nicolò Leccardi - Rothoblaas -
16:45 - 17:30
CONNECTION LAB
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 -
17:30 - 18:30
VISIT AND TECHNICAL EXPLANATION OF ROTHOBLAAS AUTOMATED WAREHOUSE
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
18:30
NETWORK DINNER IN A TYPICAL LOCAL RESTAURANT
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09:00 - 09:45
HYBRID STRUCTURES
Types of hybrid structures, design for disassembly, optimization, performance, and case studies.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
09:45 - 10:30
HYBRID STRUCTURES: MOCKUP
Innovative connections and applications.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
10:30 - 10:45
COFFEE BREAK
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10:45 - 11:30
STEEL TO TIMBER CONNECTIONS: THEORY
Correct installation, protection of the timber connections to achieve durability and avoid wood swelling.
Ing. Nicolò Leccardi - Rothoblaas -
11:30 - 12:15
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
LVL LIGHT TIMBER FRAME STRUCTURES AND CONNECTIONS
Structural types, connections with plates and screws, innovation and connection to the ground.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
14:15 - 15:00
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. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
15:00 - 15:15
COFFEE BREAK
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15:15 – 16:00
WATERPROOFING LABORATORY TESTS
Microporous and monolithic membrane test, fire reaction test, water column test, temperature and UV resistance, climatic chamber.
Ing. Matteo Andreottola - Rothoblaas -
16:00 – 16:15
END OF COURSE AND DISTRIBUTION OF CERTIFICATES
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