FOR 350 - Forest Policy

Institution:

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science

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Description:

3 Credit Hours Fall Sem. This course will examine past, present and emerging paradigms, policies and issues in forestry. The course will begin with an overview of man's relationship to forests and how that has evolved over time. Key developments in the emergence of professional forestry and forest conservation will also be covered. Much of the course will be devoted to covering recent or emerging paradigms or issues in forestry (e.g., ecosystem management, social/community forestry, forest certification) and to understanding how factors such as politics, demographics, and increasing scientific forestry in the United States. Over the course of the semester we will discuss forestry issues ranging from very local issues (those affecting forests in the Adirondacks or other parts of the Northeast) all the way up to global forestry issues. ( 3 hours lecture). Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.paulsmiths.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 327-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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