Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- describe the electronic phenomena behind the development of technology
- solve mathematical problems in electrical sciences
- conduct physical measurements and draft a proper report on their findings
- apply digitalisation in the processing of results

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, Working in the laboratory and writing reports

Learning material and recommended literature

Moodle pages

Learning environment

Moodle, laboratory, class room

Contents

Measurement technology
Electrical science

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

AT00CH50 Basic Studies in Physics or AT00BT70 Tekniikan fysiikan perusteet should be studied before, or some other course about basics in physics.

Assessment criteria

Exam, exercises, laboratory working, reports

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- describe the electronic phenomena behind the development of technology
- solve mathematical problems in electrical sciences
- conduct physical measurements and draft a proper report on their findings
- apply digitalisation in the processing of results

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, Working in the laboratory and writing reports

Learning material and recommended literature

Moodle pages

Learning environment

Moodle, Zoom. "laboratory"

Contents

Measurement technology
Electrical science

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

AT00CH50 Basic Studies in Physics or AT00BT70 Tekniikan fysiikan perusteet should be studied before, or some other course about basics in physics.

Assessment criteria

Exam, exercises, "laboratory working", reports

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- definition of automatic production machine or line
- production recipe and recipe processing for automation
- automatic product change on the production line
- benefits and requirements of automation
- the opportunities for digitalisation now and in the future

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- definition of automatic production machine or line
- production recipe and recipe processing for automation
- automatic product change on the production line
- benefits and requirements of automation
- the opportunities for digitalisation now and in the future

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- Key concepts and features of CNC technology
- basics of CAD / CAM technology
- create CNC toolpaths using CAM software
- machine the planned toolpath with a CNC milling machine
- model the plan as a 3D model and print the model on a 3D printer

Implementation and methods of teaching

CAD/CAM planning and simulation in network.
3D-printing simulation in network.

Timing and attendance

Sceduled timetable lessons in Moodle environment.

Learning material and recommended literature

App manuals and networks manuals.

Working life cooperation

RPL, recognition of prior learning

Learning environment

Student computers + Digi classroom machines.
Moodle

Student time use and work load

Average student: 5*27 hours. 50 hours lessons and guidance.

Contents

The student learns:
- knows the basics of CNC machining
- knows the basics of the G code of a CNC machine
- can draw technical drawings and edit them with CAD software
- can create CNC toolpaths from a CAD model with CAM software
- knows the basics how to print a CAD model of a product with a 3D printer

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Prior knowledge: Basics knowledge of CAD.

Assessment criteria

Weekly assigments must be completed satisfactorily.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not meet the requirements for digital modeling and manufacturing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce 3D models with CAD software, create NC machine toolpaths from a CAD model and create G-code of the model with a 3D printer according to the instructions.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce models with CAD software in a variety of ways, create toolpaths from an CAD model on an NC machine and create G-code from a model with a 3D printer and justify the choices made.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

In addition to the previous knowledge and skills, the student has a developing attitude and the ability to transfer their knowledge to the entire work group.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- Key concepts and features of CNC technology
- basics of CAD / CAM technology
- create CNC toolpaths using CAM software
- machine the planned toolpath with a CNC milling machine
- model the plan as a 3D model and print the model on a 3D printer

Implementation and methods of teaching

CAD/CAM planning and simulation in network.
3D-printing simulation in network.

Timing and attendance

Sceduled timetable lessons in Moodle environment.

Learning material and recommended literature

App manuals and networks manuals.

Working life cooperation

RPL, recognition of prior learning

Learning environment

Student computers + ZOOM + Moodle.

Student time use and work load

Average student: 5*27 hours. 50 hours lessons and guidance.

Contents

The student learns:
- knows the basics of CNC machining
- knows the basics of the G code of a CNC machine
- can draw technical drawings and edit them with CAD software
- can create CNC toolpaths from a CAD model with CAM software
- knows the basics how to print a CAD model of a product with a 3D printer

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Prior knowledge: Basics knowledge of CAD.

Assessment criteria

Weekly assigments must be completed satisfactorily.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not meet the requirements for digital modeling and manufacturing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce 3D models with CAD software, create NC machine toolpaths from a CAD model and create G-code of the model with a 3D printer according to the instructions.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce models with CAD software in a variety of ways, create toolpaths from an CAD model on an NC machine and create G-code from a model with a 3D printer and justify the choices made.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

In addition to the previous knowledge and skills, the student has a developing attitude and the ability to transfer their knowledge to the entire work group.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of wood drying
- Industrial wood drying and its processes
- firewood and its manufacturing process
- basic wood drying invoices
- targets for wood drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student will learn:

- basics of wood drying
- basics of thermowood process
- wood drying defects
- testing of dried and thermowood handled products
- possible laboratory works: kiln drying/thermowood handling
- possible company visit to Sawmill (drying process)

Timing and attendance

28.10.2024 - 20.12.2024

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry - Handbook. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Sawmill Industry - Handbook
- The basics of wood drying, Valutech (Tom Moren)
- Thermowood Handbook
- lectures in Moodle course
- Laboratory work Instructions

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

- Moodle implementation
- The laboratory exercises of the course are done in a wood laboratory

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 8 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 hours of student work

Contents

The course covers the following topics:
- wood drying basics repetition
- Industrial wood drying and processes
- Thermowood and its manufacturing process
- wood drying calculations
- practical examples of drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects
- drying practice in industry
- laboratory exercises (report + seminar presentation)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties
- Sawn timber production and processes

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises
- approved assignments (report + seminar presentation)

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of wood drying
- Industrial wood drying and its processes
- firewood and its manufacturing process
- basic wood drying invoices
- targets for wood drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student will learn:

- basics of wood drying
- basics of thermowood process
- wood drying defects
- testing of dried and thermowood handled products
- possible laboratory works: kiln drying/thermowood handling
- possible company visit to Sawmill (drying process)

Timing and attendance

6.3.-30.4.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry - Handbook. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Sawmill Industry - Handbook
- The basics of wood drying, Valutech (Tom Moren)
- Thermowood Handbook
- lectures in Moodle course
- Laboratory work Instructions

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

- Moodle implementation
- The laboratory exercises of the course are done in a wood laboratory

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 8 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 hours of student work

Contents

The course covers the following topics:
- wood drying basics repetition
- Industrial wood drying and processes
- Thermowood and its manufacturing process
- wood drying calculations
- practical examples of drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects
- drying practice in industry
- laboratory exercises (report + seminar presentation)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties
- Sawn timber production and processes

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises
- approved assignments (report + seminar presentation)

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the operating environment of the furniture industry
- evaluate the operational strategies of companies in the sector
- describe products and their production methods in the furniture industry
- name Finnish furniture designers and their products
- analyze the Finnish furniture industry and its future

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the operating environment of the furniture industry
- evaluate the operational strategies of companies in the sector
- describe products and their production methods in the furniture industry
- name Finnish furniture designers and their products
- analyze the Finnish furniture industry and its future

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- know LEAN and 5S principles
- define how to use LEAN and 5S in production management
- define production line information collection typically related to LEAN and 5S
- know LEAN and 5S tools
- know improvement possibilities in production line by LEAN and 5S

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic phenomena (chemistry) affecting wood gluing
- define the factors influencing gluing
- compare the properties of the most common wood glues
- choose a suitable adhesive for different applications

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- describe the basic phenomena (chemistry) affecting wood gluing
- define the factors influencing gluing
- compare the properties of the most common wood glues
- choose a suitable adhesive for different applications

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe the basic phenomena (chemistry) affecting wood gluing
- define the factors influencing gluing
- compare the properties of the most common wood glues
- choose a suitable adhesive for different applications

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- describe the basic phenomenal (chemistry) affecting wood gluing
- define the factors influencing gluing
- compare the properties of the most common wood glues
- choose a suitable adhesive for different applications

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- basics related to tree growth and harvesting
- evaluate the use of wood as a renewable natural material
- evaluate the ecological impact of wood use
- Describe the basic structure of the tree
- describe the structure of a tree at the cellular level

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
-basics related to tree growth and harvesting
-evaluate the use of wood as a renewable natural material
-evaluate the ecological impact of wood use
-Describe the basic structure of the tree
-describe the structure of a tree at the cellular level

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- basics related to tree growth and harvesting
- evaluate the use of wood as a renewable natural material
- evaluate the ecological impact of wood use
- Describe the basic structure of the tree
- describe the structure of a tree at the cellular level

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
-basics related to tree growth and harvesting
-evaluate the use of wood as a renewable natural material
-evaluate the ecological impact of wood use
-Describe the basic structure of the tree
-describe the structure of a tree at the cellular level (not translated)

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the manufacturing processes of particleboard, MDF and OSB board products
- know the main end uses of each board type
- define the technical properties of different board types
- know the further processing possibilities of different board types
- produce particleboard in laboratory environment and make standard quality tests

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course introduces:
- Particle board, MDF and OSB industry and history
- learn the manufacturing processes of particle board, MDF and OSB
- understand the applications of particle board, MDF and OSB
- know the technical properties of particle board, MDF and OSB products
- particle board is produced in the laboratory
- be able to test the manufactured boards according to the standards
- possible excursion to a particle board mill
- board mill maintenance, safety, automation and production planning

Learning material and recommended literature

- Wood-Based Panels Industry. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Wood-Based Panels Industry
- lectures

Contents

• Raw material in particle board, MDF and OSB industry
• Particle board industry
• MDF industry
• OSB industry

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential.

Assessment criteria

• All weekly assignments must be completed satisfactorily
• All laboratory work must be completed (reports and seminar presentation completed)
• All tests must be performed
• Each exam is graded 0-100%
• The course grade base is the average of all exams
• <50% = 0
• 50-59% = 1
• 60-69% = 2
• 70-79% = 3
• 80-89% = 4
• 90-100% = 5
• Laboratory work: particle board production

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the manufacturing processes of particleboard, MDF and OSB board products
- know the main end uses of each board type
- define the technical properties of different board types
- know the further processing possibilities of different board types
- produce particleboard in laboratory environment and make standard quality tests

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course introduces:
- Particle board, MDF and OSB industry and history
- learn the manufacturing processes of particle board, MDF and OSB
- understand the applications of particle board, MDF and OSB
- know the technical properties of particle board, MDF and OSB products
- particle board is produced in the laboratory
- be able to test the manufactured boards according to the standards
- possible excursion to a particle board mill
- board mill maintenance, safety, automation and production planning

Learning material and recommended literature

- Wood-Based Panels Industry. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Wood-Based Panels Industry
- lectures

Contents

• Raw material in particle board, MDF and OSB industry
• Particle board industry
• MDF industry
• OSB industry

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential.

Assessment criteria

• All weekly assignments must be completed satisfactorily
• All tests must be performed
• Each exam is graded 0-100%
• The course grade base is the average of all exams
• <50% = 0
• 50-59% = 1
• 60-69% = 2
• 70-79% = 3
• 80-89% = 4
• 90-100% = 5

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe basic phenomena related to wood surface treatment (chemistry)
- pre-treat the wood surface
- compare the properties of surface treatment agents and application and drying methods
- taking into account environmental and occupational safety aspects
- use film coating methods

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- describe basic phenomena related to wood surface treatment (chemistry)
- pre-treat the wood surface
- compare the properties of surface treatment agents and application and drying methods
- taking into account environmental and occupational safety aspects
- use film coating methods

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe basic phenomena related to wood surface treatment (chemistry)
- pre-treat the wood surface
- compare the properties of surface treatment agents and application and drying methods
- taking into account environmental and occupational safety aspects
- use film coating methods

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- describe basic phenomenal related to wood surface treatment (chemistry)
- pre-treat the wood surface
- compare the properties of surface treatment agents and application and drying methods
- taking into account environmental and occupational safety aspects
- use film coating methods

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the manufacturing processes of plywood and LVL board products
- know the main end uses of both board type
- define the technical properties of both board types
- know the further processing possibilities of both board types
- produce plywood in laboratory environment and make standard quality tests

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course introduces:
- The Finnish plywood industry and its history
- The Finnish LVL industry and its history
- learn the manufacturing processes of plywood and LVL
- understand the applications of plywood and LVL
- know the technical properties of plywood and LVL products
- plywood is produced in the laboratory
- be able to test the manufactured boards according to the standards
- possible excursion to a plywood or LVL mill

Learning material and recommended literature

- Wood-Based Panels Industry. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Wood-Based Panels Industry
- lectures

Contents

• Raw material in the plywood and LVL industry
• Plywood industry
• LVL industry

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential

Assessment criteria

All weekly assignments must be completed satisfactorily
• All laboratory work must be completed (reports and seminar presentation completed)
• All tests must be performed
• Each exam is graded 0-100%
• The course grade base is the average of all exams
• <50% = 0
• 50-59% = 1
• 60-69% = 2
• 70-79% = 3
• 80-89% = 4
• 90-100% = 5
• Laboratory work: plywood production

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the manufacturing processes of plywood and LVL board products
- know the main end uses of both board type
- define the technical properties of both board types
- know the further processing possibilities of both board types
- produce plywood in laboratory environment and make standard quality tests

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course introduces:
- The Finnish plywood industry and its history
- The Finnish LVL industry and its history
- learn the manufacturing processes of plywood and LVL
- understand the applications of plywood and LVL
- know the technical properties of plywood and LVL products

Learning material and recommended literature

- Wood-Based Panels Industry. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Wood-Based Panels Industry
- lectures

Alternative completion methods

online course

Exam retakes

To be agreed with teacher

Learning environment

Moodle

Contents

• Raw material in the plywood and LVL industry
• Plywood industry
• LVL industry

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential

Assessment criteria

All weekly assignments must be completed satisfactorily
• All tests must be performed
• Each exam is graded 0-100%
• The course grade base is the average of all exams
• <50% = 0
• 50-59% = 1
• 60-69% = 2
• 70-79% = 3
• 80-89% = 4
• 90-100% = 5

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the structure of wood at the level of cell wall
- describe specific features of the interaction between wood and moisture
- describe how the structure of wood affects its properties
- take special characteristics of the wood into consideration in its various uses
- manage the basics of the manufacturing processes of the most common wood products

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the structure of wood at the level of cell wall
- describe specific features of the interaction between wood and moisture
- describe how the structure of wood affects its properties
- take special characteristics of the wood into consideration in its various uses
- manage the basics of the manufacturing processes of the most common wood products

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- make a project plan including time schedule, responsibilities and target setting
- learn customer communication
- search for professional literature to support the project
- report on the project results and analyse them
- make seminar presentation to customer

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student will learn to
• make a project plan
• search for literature to support the project
• perceive the goals of a research and development project
• report on the project results and analyze them

Contents

Course content:
• Research and Development (R&D) project
• Subjects mainly for industrial companies
• Subjects mainly related to Wood-based panels industry
• Working typically in groups of 2-4 persons
• Project plan creation
• Including project time schedule
• Project management
• Development work implementation
• Development work report
• evaluation of results and conclusions
• Seminar presentation

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential

Assessment criteria

Project plan (groupwise evaluation) PASSED / TO BE COMPLETED
• company evaluation (groupwise evaluation) 25%
• project report (groupwise evaluation) 50%
• project seminar presentation (groupwise evaluation) 25%
• group cross evaluation (individual evaluation), can effect +/- 1..2 grades
• course evaluation grades 1-5

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- make a project plan including time schedule, responsibilities and target setting
- learn customer communication
- search for professional literature to support the project
- report on the project results and analyse them
- make seminar presentation to customer

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student will learn to
• make a project plan
• search for literature to support the project
• perceive the goals of a research and development project
• report on the project results and analyze them

Contents

Course content:
• Research and Development (R&D) project
• Subjects mainly for industrial companies
• Subjects mainly related to Wood-based panels industry
• Working typically in groups of 3-5 persons
• Project plan creation
• Including project time schedule
• Project management basics
• Development work implementation
• Development work report
• evaluation of results and conclusions
• Seminar presentation

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential

Assessment criteria

Project plan (groupwise evaluation) PASSED / TO BE COMPLETED
• client evaluation (groupwise evaluation) 25%
• project report (groupwise evaluation) 50%
• project seminar presentation (groupwise evaluation) 25%
• group cross evaluation (individual evaluation), can effect +/- 1..2 grades
• course evaluation grades 1-5

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- forest Certification in business (PEFC & FSC)
- sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- sawing process and machinery
- further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- logistics and incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- use of wood in construction.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Timing and attendance

02.09.-18.10.2024

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry eBook and Sawmill Handbook book (Ritva Varis 2017). It is strongly advised that you get the hard copy of the book.
- Lecturers, presentations, extra readings and videos.
- other course material

Working life cooperation

Possible guest lecturers

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

Contact lessons

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 7 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 = about 131 hours of student work

Contents

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- forest Certification in business (PEFC & FSC)
- sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- sawing process and machinery
- further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- logistics and incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- use of wood in construction.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Timing and attendance

6.1.-21.2.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry eBook and Sawmill Handbook book (Ritva Varis 2017). It is strongly advised that you get the hard copy of the book.
- Lecturers, presentations, extra readings and videos.
- other course material

Working life cooperation

Possible guest lecturers

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

Contact lessons

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 7 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 = about 131 hours of student work

Contents

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of technical drawing
- basics of CAD drawing
- read, edit and create technical 2D drawings
- basics of 3D modeling
- create technical drawings in a 3D environment and visualize 3D assemblies

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student
- Understand various technical drawings
- is able to draw working and assembly drawings in accordance with the standards of the technical drawing
- know the basics of CAD drawing and modeling (SolidWorks and / or AutoCad)
- is able to draw technical drawings and edit them with CAD software
- can visualize 3D models and assemblies

Timing and attendance

Information and guidance during class and laboratory classes. Training and assignments on your own computer.

Learning material and recommended literature

Aimo Pere: Basics of machine drawing or equivalent manual.
Software support materials, teacher-produced material, and network-produced learning materials.

Alternative completion methods

RPL, recognition of prior learning.

Learning environment

IT- classroom, My computer, Moodle environment.

Student time use and work load

5 * 27 hours = 137 hours of student work including 50 hours of information and guidance.

Contents

Understanding of various technical drawings.
- Working and assembly drawings in accordance with standards.
- Basics of CAD drawing and modeling (SolidWorks and / or AutoCad)
- 2D drawings
- Basics of 3D models

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No prior knowledge.

Assessment criteria

Doing exercises and participating in joint knowledge building. Tracking task completion and participation activity using the tools of the e-learning environment. Demonstrating familiarity with the target groups of their profession.

Alternative method: Exam and assessment

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not met the requirements for digital design.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce drawings and models with CAD software according to the instructions.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce drawings and models in a versatile way with CAD software and to justify the choices he / she makes.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

In addition to the previous knowledge and skills, the student has a developing attitude and the ability to transfer their knowledge to the entire work group.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of technical drawing
- basics of CAD drawing
- read, edit and create technical 2D drawings
- basics of 3D modeling
- create technical drawings in a 3D environment and visualize 3D assemblies

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student
- Understand various technical drawings
- is able to draw working and assembly drawings in accordance with the standards of the technical drawing
- know the basics of CAD drawing and modeling (SolidWorks and / or AutoCad)
- is able to draw technical drawings and edit them with CAD software
- can visualize 3D models and assemblies

Timing and attendance

Information and guidance during class and laboratory classes. Training and assignments on your own computer.

Learning material and recommended literature

Technical drawing ISO standards
Software support materials, teacher-produced material, and network-produced learning materials.

Alternative completion methods

RPL, recognition of prior learning.

Learning environment

IT- classroom, My computer, Moodle environment.

Student time use and work load

5 * 27 hours = 137 hours of student work including 50 hours of information and guidance.

Contents

Understanding of various technical drawings.
- Working and assembly drawings in accordance with standards.
- Basics of CAD drawing and modeling (SolidWorks and / or AutoCad)
- 2D drawings
- Basics of 3D models

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No prior knowledge.

Assessment criteria

Doing exercises and participating in joint knowledge building. Tracking task completion and participation activity using the tools of the e-learning environment. Demonstrating familiarity with the target groups of their profession.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not met the requirements for digital design.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce drawings and models with CAD software according to the instructions.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce drawings and models in a versatile way with CAD software and to justify the choices he / she makes.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

In addition to the previous knowledge and skills, the student has a developing attitude and the ability to transfer their knowledge to the entire work group.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- recognises most important timber based building products
- recognises most importat timber based interior products
- understands the principles of timber based products’ design and planning, use, installation and maintenance
- see the differences in timber based products’ use in different geographic and cultural areas

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- recognises most important timber based building products
- recognises most importat timber based interior products
- understands the principles of timber based products’ design and planning, use, installation and maintenance
- see the differences in timber based products’ use in different geographic and cultural areas

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- name the various production processes of the furniture industry
- describe production planning and control methods
- discuss the importance of different factors of production as part of layout design
- describe the principles of lean thinking and activities
- describe the principles of investment accounting and its significance for the company's profitability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- name the various production processes of the furniture industry
- describe production planning and control methods
- discuss the importance of different factors of production as part of layout design
- describe the principles of lean thinking and activities
- describe the principles of investment accounting and its significance for the company's profitability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- use brainstorming tools when designing the product development project
- utilise the product design process in his/her own project work
- use technical drawing tools in designing the product
- combine design and technical design
- work in a group and bring his/her expertise to the benefit of the design team

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- use brainstorming tools when designing the product development project
- utilise the product design process in his/her own project work
- use technical drawing tools in designing the product
- combine design and technical design
- work in a group and bring his/her expertise to the benefit of the design team

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- acquire and utilise research-related information and use sources appropriately
- follow ethical principles in research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods in his/her field
- write a scientific report with appropriate language, style and referencing

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- acquire and utilise research-related information and use sources appropriately
- follow ethical principles in research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods in his/her field
- write a scientific report with appropriate language, style and referencing

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- describe the basics related to woodworking
- discuss woodworking blades and blade materials with the blade supplier
- make choices about woodworking methods with the goal of profitable business and high-quality woodworking results
- describe the machines and equipment used for woodworking
- select suitable woodworking methods for the various stages of manufacturing a product

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- know the possibilities and limitations of LVL for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of plywood for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of CLT for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of gluelam for building industry
- overview of other Wood Products used in construction
- describe key production equipment and functions for different applications

Implementation and methods of teaching

Conversational lectures, quests for students and student groups, students own presentations of found information based on quests, videos, forums for knowledge build-up. From students we call for active participation, independent knowledge search, source criticism and genuine interest in the subject.

Timing and attendance

07.01.2025-31.5.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

Mainly online material.

Student time use and work load

5 etcs means 5 x 27 = 135 hours of work pert student.

Contents

Wooden elements haven been used in structures since the dawn of mankind. Only in the 20th century the production of wooden building components and wooden products became industry and the production moved from construction sites to factories.

History of wood in construction is an essential part of the knowledge building process; there are plethora of useful technologies and solutions in wooden products in buildings that have either been forgotten in the history or are unknown to us because of different cultural and geographical location.

In this course, we look wooden products and building components broadly; we search historical and contemporary examples of wooden products in buildings. Together we try to gather and share broad showcase of historical and contemporary cases of wood products as smart practises – both in buildings and building industry.

Assessment criteria

Heuristical assesmant of student performance, including student activeness during quests, groupwork, lectures and documentation.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- understand the basics of business mathematics
- price a product and understand the effects of different factors on price formation
- understand the importance of business economics for the success of a company
- assess a company's profitability, solvency and productivity in the light of key indicators

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- understand the basics of business mathematics
- price a product and understand the effects of different factors on price formation
- understand the importance of business economics for the success of a company
- assess a company's profitability, solvency and productivity in the light of key indicators

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- Key concepts and features of CNC technology
- basics of CAD / CAM technology
- create CNC toolpaths using CAM software
- machine the planned toolpath with a CNC milling machine
- model the plan as a 3D model and print the model on a 3D printer

Implementation and methods of teaching

CAD/CAM planning and simulation in network.
3D-printing simulation in network.

Timing and attendance

Sceduled timetable lessons in Moodle environment.

Learning material and recommended literature

App manuals and networks manuals.

Working life cooperation

RPL, recognition of prior learning

Learning environment

Student computers + ZOOM + Moodle.

Student time use and work load

Average student: 5*27 hours. 50 hours lessons and guidance.

Contents

The student learns:
- knows the basics of CNC machining
- knows the basics of the G code of a CNC machine
- can draw technical drawings and edit them with CAD software
- can create CNC toolpaths from a CAD model with CAM software
- knows the basics how to print a CAD model of a product with a 3D printer

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Prior knowledge: Basics knowledge of CAD.

Assessment criteria

Weekly assigments must be completed satisfactorily.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student does not meet the requirements for digital modeling and manufacturing.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce 3D models with CAD software, create NC machine toolpaths from a CAD model and create G-code of the model with a 3D printer according to the instructions.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to produce models with CAD software in a variety of ways, create toolpaths from an CAD model on an NC machine and create G-code from a model with a 3D printer and justify the choices made.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

In addition to the previous knowledge and skills, the student has a developing attitude and the ability to transfer their knowledge to the entire work group.

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the manufacturing processes of particleboard, MDF and OSB board products
- know the main end uses of each board type
- define the technical properties of different board types
- know the further processing possibilities of different board types
- produce particleboard in laboratory environment and make standard quality tests

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course introduces:
- Particle board, MDF and OSB industry and history
- learn the manufacturing processes of particle board, MDF and OSB
- understand the applications of particle board, MDF and OSB
- know the technical properties of particle board, MDF and OSB products
- particle board is produced in the laboratory
- be able to test the manufactured boards according to the standards
- possible excursion to a particle board mill
- board mill maintenance, safety, automation and production planning

Learning material and recommended literature

- Wood-Based Panels Industry. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Wood-Based Panels Industry
- lectures

Contents

• Raw material in particle board, MDF and OSB industry
• Particle board industry
• MDF industry
• OSB industry

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Basic knowledge of wood technology and the forest industry is useful but not essential.

Assessment criteria

• All weekly assignments must be completed satisfactorily
• All tests must be performed
• Each exam is graded 0-100%
• The course grade base is the average of all exams
• <50% = 0
• 50-59% = 1
• 60-69% = 2
• 70-79% = 3
• 80-89% = 4
• 90-100% = 5

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of wood drying
- Industrial wood drying and its processes
- firewood and its manufacturing process
- basic wood drying invoices
- targets for wood drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects

Implementation and methods of teaching

Student will learn:

- basics of wood drying
- basics of thermowood process
- wood drying defects
- testing of dried and thermowood handled products
- possible laboratory works: kiln drying/thermowood handling
- possible company visit to Sawmill (drying process)

Timing and attendance

6.3.-30.4.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry - Handbook. Varis 2017.
- ePUB: Sawmill Industry - Handbook
- The basics of wood drying, Valutech (Tom Moren)
- Thermowood Handbook
- lectures in Moodle course
- Laboratory work Instructions

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

- Moodle implementation
- The laboratory exercises of the course are done in a wood laboratory

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 8 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 hours of student work

Contents

The course covers the following topics:
- wood drying basics repetition
- Industrial wood drying and processes
- Thermowood and its manufacturing process
- wood drying calculations
- practical examples of drying in different applications
- other methods of drying wood, drying defects
- drying practice in industry
- laboratory exercises (report + seminar presentation)

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties
- Sawn timber production and processes

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises
- approved assignments (report + seminar presentation)

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- name the various production processes of the furniture industry
- describe production planning and control methods
- discuss the importance of different factors of production as part of layout design
- describe the principles of lean thinking and activities
- describe the principles of investment accounting and its significance for the company's profitability

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- acquire and utilise research-related information and use sources appropriately
- follow ethical principles in research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods in his/her field
- write a scientific report with appropriate language, style and referencing

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the operating environment of the furniture industry
- evaluate the operational strategies of companies in the sector
- describe products and their production methods in the furniture industry
- name Finnish furniture designers and their products
- analyze the Finnish furniture industry and its future

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Student is able to:
- use brainstorming tools when designing the product development project
- utilise the product design process in his/her own project work
- use technical drawing tools in designing the product
- combine design and technical design
- work in a group and bring his/her expertise to the benefit of the design team

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- know the possibilities and limitations of LVL for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of plywood for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of CLT for building industry
- know the possibilities and limitations of gluelam for building industry
- overview of other Wood Products used in construction
- describe key production equipment and functions for different applications

Implementation and methods of teaching

Conversational lectures, quests for students and student groups, students own presentations of found information based on quests, videos, forums for knowledge build-up. From students we call for active participation, independent knowledge search, source criticism and genuine interest in the subject.

Timing and attendance

07.01.2025-31.5.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

Mainly online material.

Student time use and work load

5 etcs means 5 x 27 = 135 hours of work pert student.

Contents

Wooden elements haven been used in structures since the dawn of mankind. Only in the 20th century the production of wooden building components and wooden products became industry and the production moved from construction sites to factories.

History of wood in construction is an essential part of the knowledge building process; there are plethora of useful technologies and solutions in wooden products in buildings that have either been forgotten in the history or are unknown to us because of different cultural and geographical location.

In this course, we look wooden products and building components broadly; we search historical and contemporary examples of wooden products in buildings. Together we try to gather and share broad showcase of historical and contemporary cases of wood products as smart practises – both in buildings and building industry.

Assessment criteria

Heuristical assesmant of student performance, including student activeness during quests, groupwork, lectures and documentation.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- forest Certification in business (PEFC & FSC)
- sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- sawing process and machinery
- further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- logistics and incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- use of wood in construction.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Timing and attendance

6.1.-21.2.2025

Learning material and recommended literature

- Sawmill Industry eBook and Sawmill Handbook book (Ritva Varis 2017). It is strongly advised that you get the hard copy of the book.
- Lecturers, presentations, extra readings and videos.
- other course material

Working life cooperation

Possible guest lecturers

Exam retakes

To be agreed with the course teacher

Learning environment

Contact lessons

Student time use and work load

- The course is evenly loaded for an average of 7 weeks
- Extent of the course 5 cr. equivalent to about 5 x 27 = about 131 hours of student work

Contents

The student is able to:
- Basics of the sawmill industry, Finnish forests and forestry
- Basics of wood raw material and wood raw material procurement
- Sawn timber manufacturing: the production planning process
- The sawing process and relevant sawing methods
- Further developed products, substitutes and competitors
- sales and marketing of wood products
- Logistics and Incoterms clauses
- R&D - development of wood products over the years
- Use of wood in construction

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Recommended:
- Forest and wood raw material
- Wood structure and properties

Assessment criteria

- passed examinations - average of examinations more than 50%
- approved weekly exercises

Assessment scale

1-5