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rev.10/16/03
FOR 142 - Applied Forest Measurements II
Focuses on the application of the fundamental principles and practices of timber cruising. Emphasizes fixed plot and prism method of statistical sampling. Topics include: cruising methods and volume determination.
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Cruising Methods |
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2 |
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Volume Determination |
D. Lab |
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P. Lab/O.B.I. |
3 |
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Credit |
3 |
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Prerequisite: MAT 101(diploma), MAT 191 (degree) |
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Corequisite: FOR 121, FOR 122 |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section, the student will: |
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D.Lab |
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CRUISING METHODS |
10 |
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25 |
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Strip Cruise |
Lay out a strip cruise. |
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Complete a strip cruise. |
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Work up a strip cruise. |
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100% Cruise |
Lay out a 100% cruise. |
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Complete a 100% cruise. |
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Cruise Report |
Complete a cruise report specifying logging conditions, distance from mill, road construction, and types of bridges. |
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VOLUME DETERMINATION |
10 |
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5 |
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Timber Volume |
Measure poles to correct specifications. |
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Determine saw timber volume by strip cruising. |
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Scale net volume of logs. |
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Weight Scaling |
Perform weight scaling. |
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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.