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rev.10/16/03
FOR 126 - Introduction to Forest Measurements I
Introduces the fundamental principles and practices of timber cruising. Emphasizes fixed plot method of statistical sampling. Topics include: importance of forest measurements, forest measurement tools and equipment, and forest measurement methods.
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Importance of Forest Measurements |
Class |
3 |
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Forest Measurement Tools and Equipment |
D. Lab |
2 |
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Forest Measurement Methods |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
0 |
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Credit |
4 |
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Prerequisite: MAT 101(diploma), MAT 191 (degree) |
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Corequisite: FOR 121, FOR 122 |
Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section, the student will: |
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Class |
D.Lab |
P.Lab/ O.B.I. |
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IMPORTANCE OF FOREST MEASUREMENTS |
8 |
2 |
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Volume determination |
Recognize the importance of attaining an accurate measurement of the volume of standing timber on a tract of land. |
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FOREST MEASUREMENT TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT |
10 |
18 |
0 |
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Tools and equipment |
Recognize forest measurement tools and equipment. |
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Measure both standing and cut trees with commonly used tools and equipment. |
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FOREST MEASUREMENT METHODS |
12 |
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0 |
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Terminology |
Match terms associated with tree measurements. |
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Tree volume |
Use volume tables to obtain the volume of trees in cords, board feet, cubic feet, and tons. |
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Check local weight-volume charts. |
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Suggested Resources |
Avery, T. E. & Burkhart, H. E. (2002). Forest Measurements (fifth edition). Boston: McGraw-Hill.
Tables for Estimating Board-foot Volume of Timber. United States Department of Agriculture. Forest Service.