FW-400

Forest Inventory

This advanced mensuration course builds on the concepts learned in Mensuration I. Sampling designs and statistical methods for forestry-related surveys will be highlighted. Various techniques for conducting forest inventories will be examined. The students will be responsible for planning and implementing an inventory of proposed harvest area and producing a report based on their results. The development and calibration of forest growth and yield models will be examined and a thorough evaluation of the soil/site factors impacting stand productivity will be undertaken. An introduction to wood measurement (scaling) and it's associated manuals and tools, will be provided through class and field training.

Credit Hours

39

Min. Grade

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