Our Courses
Our timber experts have provided a range of online courses that give practical guidance on key topics, to assist you in your future construction projects.
Get started today on the Timber Spec CPD online series
Learn the many benefits of designing and building with timber.
FREE
Course 1: An Introduction to Timber Specification
Learn about the forestry industry in Ireland and access a basic guide to timber specification.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Benefits and Properties of Wood
- Processing, Handling and Storage
- Sawn Timber Products
- Specifying Timber
FREE
Course 2: Understanding Timber Sustainability
Learn about the role sustainably sourced timber can play in helping to tackle the climate crisis.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- The Built Environment
- Wood and Sustainability
- Whole Life Carbon
- Sustainable Sourcing
FREE
Course 3: Timber in the Landscape
Learn how timber can be used as a cost effective and attractive option for landscape applications.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Classification and Durability
- Domestic Landscaping
- Commercial and Agricultural
- Amenity Use and Maintenance
FREE
Course 4: Sustainability in Healthy Buildings
Learn about the health and wellbeing benefits of biophilic design in our built environment.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Biophilic Design
- Biophilic Drivers
- Principles of Biophilic Design
- The Benefits of Timber
FREE
Course 5: An Introduction to Timber Frame
Learn about what is involved in designing and commissioning a timber frame building.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- What is Timber Frame?
- How Timber Frame Works
- Erecting a Structure
- Timber Frame Project Overview
FREE
Course 6: Designing Timber Frame Structures
Learn about the specifications and standards governing timber frame construction that you need to know
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Timber Frame Specification
- Structural Integrity
- Standards and Regulations
- Fire
FREE
FREE
Course 7: Specification of Structural Timber
Learn about the structural use of timber in construction, its performance characteristics and compliance considerations.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Characteristics and Properties
- Design Standards
- Using Timber Specifications
- Design Considerations
FREE
Course 8: Understanding Timber Durability
Learn how the durability of wood can be enhanced against various types of attack and decay.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Durability of Species
- Surface Coatings and Finishes
- Preservatives
- Designing for Durability
FREE
Course 9: An Introduction to Cross Laminated Timber
Learn about the properties, benefits and applications of CLT as well as how it is manufactured.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- CLT Composition and Components
- Design and Erection
- Project Design Considerations
- Benefits of Building with CLT
FREE
Course 10: Specifying Timber Panel Products
Learn about the properties, benefits and applications of panel products as well as how they are manufactured.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Products and Properties
- End Use Applications
- Sustainability and Certification
- Handling and Storage
FREE
Course 11: Introduction to Timber and Bioenergy
Learn about all aspects of the use of solid biomass for heating at various scales.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Types of Woodfuel
- Units and Conversions
- Contracts and Trading
- Calculating Fuel Requirements
FREE
Course 12: Timber Pallets and Logistics
Learn about the variety of timber pallet options and how they support the global supply chain.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Types of Timber Pallet
- Design, Manufacture and Treatment
- Handling and Storing Pallets
- Sustainability