Course Description
Provides students with exposure to the latest forest inventory,
measurement, and planning technology. An exploration of the
theory and tools associated with recently introduced
technology, and a focus on quantitative and computerized
methods to assist decision-making processes. This course
provides background to understand current technology and
addresses broader management issues.
Athena Title
Forestry Information Systems
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
- Students will gain exposure to the latest forest inventory, measurement, and planning technology.
- Students will gain appreciation of theory and tools associated with recently introduced technology, with focus on quantitative and computerized methods to assist in decision-making processes.
- Students will gain background for understanding current technology and broader management issues.
Topical Outline
- GIS processes necessary for forest field managers
- GIS processes of importance to GIS analysts and managers
- Recent developments in forest inventory management software
- Advances in timber cruising software and data collectors
- Integration of GPS, GIS, and forest measurements through field data collection technology
- Computer technology for addressing property acquisition and legal record-keeping
- Computer technology for harvest scheduling and planning
- Custom map generation services
