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| FORE0011-1 | Wood industries
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| Duration : | 12h Th, 12h FT |
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| Holder(s) : | Jacques Hebert |
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| Language : | Langue française |
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| Course contents : | Introduction to wood technology
Transformation technics in relation to forest resources and economical background
Description of various technologies :
- Slicing and Peeling
- Plywood
- Pulp and paper
- Sawing
- Drying
- Wood frames
- Flooring
Wood energy (Densification, Gazification, Charcoal) |
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| Course objective : | To provide a well-argued knowledge of the various wood transformation technologies taking into account the global market changes
After completing the course the student is expected to
Analyse the potential of development of primary wood processing units taking into account available resources and economic environment
Point out strength and weakness of a wood industry
Compare various technologies available for log processing, solid wood drying and wood building
Assess the relevance of various ways to produce energy from wood residues |
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| Prerequisites : | Basic knowledge in wood science |
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| Organization : | Lectures : 12h
Field-study trip and visits : 12h |
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| Written notes : | Lecture notes |
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| Assessment : | Written examination (100%) |
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