UBC CAWP in collaboration with TWIG BC is hosting a Wood Building tour as part of the Design Vancouver Festival. The focus of the tour is on mass timber projects across Vancouver. We will be visiting projects in various stages of construction from timber frame installation to occupancy. Participants will hear from architects, engineers and […]
Essentials of Wood Drying A comprehensive, hands-on introduction to drying technology taught from a practical, real-life perspective and backed with solid explanations into the scientific background of drying. This highly-regarded workshop discusses the key processes and concepts involved in drying wood. Beginning with wood properties and moisture movement, students become familiar with kiln design considerations, […]
This course is one of the most comprehensive wood finishing course in North America, incorporating both theory and practical skills. It covers the full spectrum of finishing beginning with understanding the properties of individual wood species to material preparation and special effects finishing. For more information please visit the following link Wood Finishing 2027 To […]
UBC CAWP, in collaboration with Cadwork, is offering a two-day hands-on training workshop focused on Timber Frame & Mass Timber Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA). Participants will learn how to create 3D models, develop timber and steel connections, generate shop drawings, produce material take-offs, and streamline manufacturing workflows using Cadwork, a leading 3D CAD/CAM […]
AIBC Accredited Workshop - (19.25 Cores LU's) BC Housing CPD (20 credits) Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) is a design approach that focuses on ease manufacture and efficiency of assembly. In North America, due to the fragmented nature of construction whereby the designers, engineers, manufacturer, and contractors all work independently, the bridging of the […]