MEEN 5151 - Bioproducts Manufacturing

3 hours

Explores the renewable bioproducts for lightweight, energy efficient building and other structural applications and the manufacturing processes of these products. These bioproducts consist of structural panels, structural composite lumber, glued laminated timber (Glulam), wood I-joist, and the natural fiber composites, wood plastic composites (WPC), and others. Characteristics of the bio-based raw materials are discussed. The manufacturing processes of the renewable bioproducts include: lamination, mat-forming, compression molding, resin transfer molding, and extrusion. Students will understand how these engineered bioproducts are designed, processed, and graded, and pros and cons of each product.

Prerequisite(s): None.

MEEN 4151

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $73.67