Department of Forestry & Natural Environment Management
4412. Wood Structure and Properties
Course Content
Macroscopic and microscopic structure of wood, chemical composition and wood formation, variability and structural defects, and physical and mechanical properties including density, hygroscopic behavior, shrinkage and swelling, strength, and thermal, acoustic, and electrical properties. Wood degradation, natural durability, and identification of major wood species using macroscopic and microscopic techniques.
Learning Results
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to: • Knows wood as a material • Recognize the different types of wood • Has the skills to respond to future research or professional activities.
The Department of Forestry and Natural Environment Management joined the Faculty of Plant Sciences of the AUA. The Department operates from the academic year 2019-2020 and is based in Tthe city of Karpenisi. Housed in the building facilities of the Department of Forestry and Natural Environment Management of the former Technical Scool (TEI) of Central Greece.
