Forestry Major (BS): Forest Management Option

As a graduate of the Forestry: Forest Management Option you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad knowledge of forest ecology and biology by:

a.  identifying tree species and associated basic silvics of Lake States tree species, and

b. applying basic principles of forest ecology

2. Complete forest measurement activities common to professional foresters by:

a. interpreting maps and legal descriptions, and

b. identifying data collection methods and analyses appropriate to specific situations

3. Develop sound forest management strategies by:

a. proposing silviculturally sound techniques to manage forests, and

b. using principles of forest finance and financial calculations within the forest decision-making context

4. Complete and present a forestry capstone project by:

a. preparing and presenting (written and orally) a sound, option-specific management plan that demonstrates a broad understanding of forest science and land management; and

b. demonstrating the ability to write and speak in a professional, technically competent manner

5. Develop confidence in the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform as a professional in your chosen option within the Forestry Program