What does it actually mean to be a structural engineer in the 21st century? Welcome to the world of modern sustainable mass timber construction, from conceptual design to digital fabrication. You will explore the properties, benefits, and challenges of mass timber, learn the fundamentals of structural engineering, and gain hands-on experience with 3D modeling and parametric design tools like Rhino and Grasshopper. Over five days, you will apply what you learned to design and prototype simple timber structures, understand how engineers test and optimize these systems in research labs, and connect projects to real-world applications in high-rise timber construction. You will also be introduced to U of T structural engineering facilities, exposed to cutting-edge research through simplified yet engaging demonstrations, and experience the life of a structural engineer firsthand.