Acetylated Wood: Durable, Stable, Sustainable Wood for Windows, Doors & Siding

Start Date

02/22/2021

End Date

02/22/2023

Description

This course discusses the process of wood acetylation, the resulting changes to wood, applications for this product, its green credentials and a number of case studies involving acetylated wood.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Sustainable Development & Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

Recall the process of wood acetylation, and compare and contrast the improvements of acetylated wood over other methods of preserving wood and other timbers.
Compare the durability, dimensional stability, coatings performance and environmental benefits of acetylated wood compared to other treated timbers and species.
List and describe a wide range of external applications ideally suited to acetylated wood, and review a number of interesting case studies.
Describe key environmental benefits of the life cycle assessment of acetylated wood over other building products.
Compare the carbon footprint of acetylated wood to other standard materials.

Instructors

Lisa Ayala

Course Codes

AEC496

Provider

AEC Daily Corporation

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