UNIVERSITY OF SAN JOSE-RECOLETOS CEBU CITY, PHILIPPINES

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Department of Civil Engineering
CURRICULUM 2013

COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE NUMBER CE 51E

COURSE TITLE Timber Design
COURSE UNITS 2.0
PRE-REQUISITES CE 42A – Structural Theory 2
CO-REQUISITES None

Catholic Attributes
1. Orthodoxy in Catholic Doctrine 2. Integrity in Moral Life 3. Dynamism in Prayer Life
Augustinian Recollect Attributes
1. Contemplative 2. Communitarian 3. Apostolic 4. Marian
USJ-R’s Vision
We envision the University of San Jose-Recoletos to be a premier Gospel and community-oriented educational institution committed to lead in instruction, research, community
engagement, and innovation in order to transform Josenians into proactive and compassionate leaders, creators of communion, and dynamic partners of society in the 21 st century.
Mission
We are a Catholic University imbued with the spirit of “Caritas et Scientia”, committed to providing the highest level of Quality Christian Community-Oriented Education and instilling a
culture of continuous learning, life-sharing, multidisciplinary orientation, pioneerism, discovery, and innovation.
Core Values
1. Interiority 2. Nationalism 3. Service 4. Pioneerism 5. Integrity 6. Reliability 7. Excellence
Josenian Graduate Attributes
1. Socially Responsible Communitarian 2. God-Centered Individual 3. Highly Competent Professional 4. Effective Communicator 5. Adaptive Life-Long Learner
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This subject covers the design and investigation of wooden structural members using Allowable Stress Design and NSCP code specifications.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

a. Hold lead roles in the practice of Civil Engineering and its related fields.
b. Continue to gain new knowledge and skills through personal and professional development.
c. Exemplify the Josenian values and the spirit of “ Caritas et Scientia” (Love and Knowledge) through involvement in community-oriented endeavors.

PROGRAM INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical and information sciences, and engineering sciences to the practice of civil engineering.
b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c. An ability to design, build, improve, and install systems or processes which meet desired needs within realistic constraints.
e. An ability to recognize, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
f. An understanding on the effects and impact of civil engineering projects on nature and society, and of the civil engineer’s social and ethical responsibilities.
g. Specialized engineering knowledge in each applicable field, and the ability to apply such knowledge to provide solutions to actual problems.
j. An ability to use the appropriate techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for the practice of civil engineering

COURSE INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (CILO) CILO – PILO Mapping

At the end of the course, the students must be able to:
CILO 1. Explain the types of loads, factors affecting strength of wood, design methods, properties of wood or a,b, c, e, f, g
lumber, and code used in designing wooden structures.
CILO 2. Evaluate the theories and principles needed to analyze a wooden structural member. a, b, c, e, f, g
CILO 3. Apply the different methods in investigating or designing a wooden structure. a, b, c, e, f, g, j
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ILO – CILO
Time Intended Learning Outcome Mapping Assessment Learning Activities Content Resources
Frame 3-Substantially Addressed; (Intended
2-Moderately Addressed
1-Slightly Addressed Learning
Outcome)

CILO CILO CILO

1 2 3
Week 1-2 1. Discuss the class policies, grading system, 2 3 3 Quiz, Plate  Lecture  Class policies, Hand-outs
syllabus, PEO, CILO  Class discussion Grading systems, NSCP Manual
2. Identify the classifications of wood, its 2 3 3 syllabus Calculator
structural and physical properties, and  Lecture Multimedia
design methods  Group presentation  Structure of wood
 Games  Structural
Core Values: Reliability properties
 Grades of lumber
 Factors affecting
strength of wood
 Types of lumber
 Species of Philippine
wood

Week 3-4 1. Identify the different load combinations 2 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  ASD Design Method Hand-outs
based on NSCP plates, quiz  Group discussion  Computation of NSCP Manual
2. Apply tables and equations in the 2 3 3  Brainstorming dead, live, seismic, Calculator
computation of loads wind, loads
 Familiarization of
Core Values: Interiority NSCP tables and
codes
 Tributary areas

Week 5 1. Compute allowable flexural stress 3 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  Tables used in Hand-outs
adjustments plates, quiz  Class discussion adjusting allowable NSCP Manual
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2. Explain the modes of failure in flexural 2 3 3  Case study flexural stresses of Calculator
members lumber Slides
3. Design wooden beams based on bending 3 3 3  Flexure
shear and deflection  Shear
 Deflection
Core Values: Service  Beams, joists, and
girders

Week 6 Prelim Exam

Week 7-8 1. Compute allowable axial tensile stress of 3 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  Types of wooden Hand-outs
wood and adjustments plates, quiz  Class discussion trusses NSCP Manual
2. Design and investigate tension members 3 3 3  Problem solving  Methods of truss Calculator
 Brainstorming analysis Multimedia
Core Values: Nationalism

Week 9-10 1. Compute allowable compressive stress of 2 3 3 Seatwork,  SWOT analysis  Allowable Hand-outs
wood parallel and perpendicular to the plates, quiz  Class discussion compressive stress NSCP Manual
grain  Problem solving of wood parallel Calculator
2. Compare short wooden column from 3 3 3 and perpendicular Power point
slender wooden column to the grain
3. Apply adjustment factors in computing 2 2 2  Slenderness ratio
axial load capacity of wooden posts  Effective length
factors
 Built-up columns or
posts

Week 11-12 1.Solve problems involving bolted wooden 2 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  Shearing of bolts Hand-outs
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connections plates, quiz  Class discussion  Spacing of bolts in NSCP Manual

 Problem solving wooden beams Calculator
Core Values: Interiority  Games with bolts

Week 13 Midterm Exam

Week 14 1 .Discuss the concept of transformed 2 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  Transformed Hand-outs
section plates, quiz  Class discussion sections NSCP Manual
2. Investigate wooden beams with steel plate 3 3 3  Class debate  Modular ratio Calculator
reinforcements
Core Values: Reliability
Week 15 1.Analyze compressive forces perpendicular 2 3 3 Seatwork,  Lecture  Notching Hand-outs
to the inclined surface plates, quiz  Simulation  Allowable stress NSCP Manual
 Problem solving perpendicular to Calculator
the inclined surface
 NSCP formula
( Jacoby’s formula)
 Hankinson’s
formula
Week 16-17 1.Analyze problems involving glulam ( glue 2 3 3 Seatwork,  Case study  Flexure, shear, Hand-outs
laminated lumbers) plates, quiz  Class discussion deflection, axial NSCP Manual
 Problem solving compression Calculator
Core Values: Integrity
Week 18 Final Exam
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Assessment for CILO STANDARDS

CILO 1. Explain the types of loads, factors affecting strength of wood, design Plate, seatwork, quiz 50% of the class get a rating of at least 60%
methods, properties of wood or lumber, and codes used in designing
wooden structures.
CILO 2. Evaluate the theories and principles needed to analyze a wooden Plate, seatwork, quiz 50% of the class get a rating of at least 60%
structural member.
CILO 3. Apply the different methods in investigating or designing a wooden Plate, seatwork, quiz 50% of the class get a rating of at least 60%
structure.

GRADING SYSTEM (Outcomes Weighted Assessment Table)

Outcomes Total Weight Assessment Weight Assessment
CILO 1. Explain the types of loads, factors affecting strength of wood, design 90 % Summative (quiz, major exam)
methods, properties of wood or lumber, and codes used in designing wooden 30% 10 % Formative (seatwork, plate)
structures.
CILO 2. Evaluate the theories and principles needed to analyze a wooden structural 90 % Summative (quiz, major exam)
30%
member. 10% Formative (seatwork, plate)
CILO 3. Apply the different methods in investigating or designing a wooden 40% 90 % Summative (quiz, major exam)
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structure. 10% Formative (seatwork, plate)

REFERENCES
BOOKS:
American Institute of Timber Construction (2012). Timber construction maual (6th edn.). New Jersey, USA: John Wiley and Sons,Inc.
Assn. of Structural Engrs. of the Phil. (2016). Natl Structural Code of the Phil. (7th edn.) Philippines: ASEP.
Breyer,D. (2003).Design of wood structures.( 5th edn.). California, USA: McGraw-Hill
Kim, R.& Kim, J. (2003).Timber design for civil and structural professional engineering exams (6th edn.). California, USA: Professional Publication, Inc.
Ruiz, A. (2016). Advances in civil engineering. New York: Willford Press.

ONLINE RESOURCES
Buchanan, A. (2011). Timber design guide. New Zealand: New Zealanf Timber Industry Federation, Inc. Retrieved from
http:www.nztif.co.nz/news-and-publications/timber-design-guide/
Porteous, J. & Kermani, A. (2007). Structural timber design to eurocode 5. Oxford, UK: Blackwell Science Ltd. Retrieved from
onlinelibrary.wiley.com>doi>pdf>9780470697818.fmatter.
Torres, R.J.(2016). Design of timber structure. (Vol 3 edn. 2). Stockholm: Swedish Forest Industries Federation. Retrieved from
www.swedihwood.com.
Webbshop, S.T. (2016). Design of timber structure. (Vol 1 edn. 2). Stockholm: Swedish Forest Industries Federation. Retrieved from
www.swedihwood.com.
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Compiled Plates RUBRIC

Criteria Weight
Accuracy (correct analysis and numerical values, formulas and 40%
equations, units, conclusions)
Presentation ( paper type, size, sketches, labels, symbols, legibility) 30%
Punctuality (on time submission of prelim and final reports) 30%
Total 100%

REMARKS

SYLLABUS REVISION HISTORY

i. Syllabus Adaptation Based on CMO 29, series of 2007
ii. Version Number ( optional) 06
iii. Revision Dates June 2019
iv. Prepared by Engr. Larry C. Almonte
v. Reviewed by Engr. Elvira D. Sales – Chair, Civil Engg Dept
vi. Endorsed by Dr. Dennis Kilongkilong – Dean, College of Engg
vii. Approved by Rev. Fr. Leo G. Alaras, OAR, VP-Acad

CLASSROOM POLICIES:
1. Absences incurred should not exceed 20% of the total attendance in a semester.
2. All computational work should be done on a white, long, bond paper.
3. The passing score for all assessment is 60%.
4. Compiled plates must be submitted at the end of the semester.
5. No special quiz will be administered unless recommended by the dept. Chair or Dean.