WSE 501 RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 503 THESIS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 505 READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 506 PROJECTS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 507 SEMINAR (1)
Section 1: Beginning Seminar. Section 2: Seminar. Graded P/N.
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 99 credits.
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WSE 521 WOOD SCIENCE I (4)
A comprehensive overview and integration of wood anatomy, wood physics, wood chemistry and wood mechanics; global contemporary issues impacting the wood and fiber sector; integration of basic wood sciences to understand the complex relationships between environment and wood material properties, and the influence of both on the use of wood-based materials.
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WSE 522 WOOD SCIENCE II (4)
Continuation of the comprehensive overview and integration of wood and fiber anatomy, physics, chemistry, and mechanics; integration of basic wood science to understand relationships with wood and fiber properties and their impact on final use. Focus on biological, chemical and physical degradation of wood; adhesion; and physical and engineering properties of wood. Lec/lab.
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WSE 530 POLYMER COMPOSITES (3)
A comprehensive survey of the material and mechanical properties of polymer-based composite materials including failure mechanisms, interfacial and nanoscale effects, and transport and thermal properties.
PREREQS:
CHE 545. Recommended: multivariable calculus.
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WSE 535 POLYMER SYNTHESIS AND STRUCTURE (3)
A comprehensive overview of various synthetic methods for various synthetic polymers; structures of various synthetic and natural polymers.
PREREQS:
3 credits of undergraduate organic chemistry or CH 331 or CH 334 are recommended.
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WSE 540 WOOD DRYING AND PRESERVATION (3)
Drying wood, including lumber, veneer, and particles. Moisture-related problems of wood during processing and in-service. Wood-destroying organisms; extending the life of wood using preservatives. Lec/lab.
PREREQS:
WSE 314* or equivalent
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WSE 541 PRIMARY WOOD PROCESSING (4)
Mechanical breakdown of lumber, veneer, and chips from a processing perspective; mill/plant layout; quality and process control applications. Field trips. Lec/lab.
PREREQS:
WSE 210 and WSE 440
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WSE 542 COMPOSITES MANUFACTURING (4)
Composites, wood adhesive and adhesion processes and plant layouts; laminated and panel products; quality control, and grades. Field trips.
PREREQS:
WSE 210
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WSE 545 CHEMICAL WOOD PROCESSING AND POLLUTION CONTROL (3)
Survey of the chemical processing of wood with emphasis on its environmental impact. Topics include treating of wood to resist decay, pulping and papermaking, and adhesives used in wood composites. Lec/lab.
PREREQS:
WSE 316 or equivalent
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WSE 552 PROCESS CONTROL IN THE FOREST PRODUCTS INDUSTRY (4)
Use of sensing devices, analysis methods, and hardware to control variables found in typical wood products processes.
PREREQS:
WSE 314 and (WSE 441 or WSE 442) and (ST 351 or BA 275)
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WSE 555 FOREST PRODUCTS MARKETING (3)
Marketing and its application in the forest products industry.
PREREQS:
BA 390
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WSE 558 WOOD DESIGN (4)
Study of basic wood properties and design considerations. Design and behavior of wood connectors, beams, columns and beam columns. Introduction to plywood and glue laminated members. Analysis and design of structural diaphragms and shear walls.
PREREQS:
CE 381 and CE 382
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WSE 565 WOOD QUALITY (2)
An examination of what constitutes wood quality and how it can be measured. Factors that affect wood quality such as the environment, genetics, and silvicultural practices are also explored. Lec/lab.
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WSE 599 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 99 credits.
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WSE 601 RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 603 THESIS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 605 READING AND CONFERENCE (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 606 PROJECTS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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WSE 607 SEMINAR (1)
Section 1: Beginning Seminar. Section 2: Graduate Seminar.
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 99 credits.
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WSE 611 SELECTED TOPICS IN WOOD AND FIBER SCIENCE (1-3)
May be taken more than once.
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
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WSE 699 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-16)
This course is repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
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