TFT Woodexperts

Wood and Timber

TFT Woodexperts provide technical advice, consultancy, site investigation and expert witness services to the timber and construction industries and legal sector. Additionally, we are keen to pass on the knowledge gained from decades of combined experience of wood, by offering specialist courses to train the next generation of timber scientists.

Training available at TFT Woodexperts offices or your own premises, we are currently offering training venues in London and Lincolnshire and a new southern venue near Swindon.

What we do

Courses available:

Award In timber Studies (equivalent to L2)

A product-focused course full of accessible content, ideal for those who are new to the timber industry or looking for a deeper understanding of the products they sell.

This award provides a solid foundation of understanding of wood science principles and relates these to the everyday experience of timber and timber-based panel products.

Duration - Approx. 1 week

Live tutorial sessions, online test with instant results.

Wood Science & Timber Technology (equivalent to L4)

Providing solid, in-depth knowledge on wood as a material and timber-based panel products, this is ideal follow-on training from our Level 2 course; but is equally suitable as a standalone qualification for those in more senior roles within the timber industry, or with good existing knowledge of the material.

Those who complete the course can expect to have a much better grasp of wood science which will enable them to solve problems related to specification and use.

Successful candidates will be eligible for Membership of the IOM3 at “Technician” level (TIMMM).

Duration - 18 months

Tutorial sessions, distance learning examination

Timber Technology for the Built Environment (equivalent to L4)

Providing the same solid, in-depth wood science as our established Level 4 course, the new Timber Technology for the Built Environment course focuses on how a sound grasp of wood science principles can assist those in the design, specification, renovation and inspection of new and heritage buildings.

With extra content on wood preservation, sustainability and hardwood identification, this course provides fascinating practical insight into timber technology, especially for those outside of the timber trade itself.

Successful candidates will be eligible for Membership of the IOM3 at “Technician” level (TIMMM).

Duration - 18 months

Tutorial sessions, distance learning examination

Advanced Wood Science (equivalent to L6 Diploma)

Delegates will study advanced wood science, including wood anatomy, hardwood species identification, strength properties and loading characteristics, understanding preservatives and treatment chemicals, and properties of wood in reaction to fire.

Qualifications at this level are accepted by the IOM3 to be eligible for membership at “Associate” level (AIMMM).

The Diploma in Advanced Wood Science is designed to be a higher-level qualification for the individual concerned, intended to lead to their development and knowledge as a wood scientist. It is unique to Woodexperts and is the only qualification at this level available outside of mainstream education providers. As such, timber businesses may find it useful to have a master’s level-qualified member of staff on their team.

Duration - 12-15 months

Tutored sessions, distance learning, homework 2 x written examinations