What are the differences between structural timber and light wood framing timber?

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List down the different components of a lightweight timber frame

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How are timbers prevented from rotting after installation $($In a lightweight

frame$)?$

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What is the distance between floor joists? What are the purposes of having a

standard distance?

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Discuss how are window and door framed.

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List down the different methods of anchoring lightweight timber frame.

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What is plywood sheathing? What are their purposes and usage?

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How are lateral forces controlled in lightweight timber frame?

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List down the different methods of protecting lightweight timber frames from the

weather $($Air and moisture$)$:

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List down the different parts of a roof $($timber and different types of materials$)$

and their purposes.

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List down the different materials use for window, wall and door frames.

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Wood has BETTER$/$WORSE fire resistance than unprotected steel. Explain why is

this so$?$

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Describe how fire$-$resistant timber is protected from potential fire $($by design$)?$

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In IBC, allowable heights, and areas for heavy timber buildings

those for unprotected steel.

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How do you address the differential shrinkage of different timber components?

$($Design and connections$).$

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Why is wooden beam is anchored into wall traditionally?

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How do you prevent fire in concealed space?

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List down the different types of timber construction.

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