Module A: Introduction to Engineered Wood Products (EWP) Quiz

Once you have passed and submitted the quiz, you will receive your Certificate of Completion.

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training, students will be able to identify and describe:

  • The significant features and benefits of Engineered Wood Products (EWP)
  • The appropriate applications (uses) of each engineered wood product
  • The appropriate applications (uses) of each engineered wood product
  • The various types of engineered wood products (EWP)
  • The significant characteristics of EWP

 

1. What are engineered wood products?
2. Wood fibers are stronger when tensile and compression forces are:
3. Engineered wood products are designed and manufactured to maximize the natural strength and stiffness characteristics of wood by:
4. Wood experiences more shrinkage or expansion in which dimension?
5. What makes engineered wood products so unique when compared to dimension lumber products?
6. EWPs are typically manufactured to what moisture content?
7. When using conventional lumber, approximately what percentage of primary framing members are rejected on-site due to excessive cupping, warping and splitting?
8. What is the main cause for unwanted noises and uneven surfaces in a floor system?
9. Structural composite lumber (SCL) includes the following group of engineered wood products:
10. I-joists contain the following components: