Cooperative timber education and research between industry and universities
Abstract
The paper examines collaborative education and research programs that have been operating in Australia. In spite of the fact that timber is among our oldest structural materials, developments in grading and production technology have brought substantial changes in the behaviour models for structural timber. The paper addresses ways in which cooperative education and research initiatives can be further developed to lessen work loads for academics and at the same time ensure that teaching and research are relevant to the needs of the market place.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Engineering Education and Curriculum Development
Wood Treatment and Properties
University-Industry-Government Innovation Models
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 711–716
- Publication date
- 26 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter