FOR 222 - Advanced Forest Measurements

Institution:

Allegany College of Maryland

Subject:

Forestry

Description:

This course is an extension of the basic Forest Measurements course. It includes statistical determination of cruising accuracy and the use of aerial photos for forestry purposes. The aerial photos portion will include stereoscopic viewing, identification of natural and man-made features, type mapping, area determination, boundary location, estimates of timber volume, and the use of aerial photos for planning purposes. Collection and analysis of data from a forest will take place in this course and will be used as a component of the management plan preparation for Forest Management (FOR 226). A complete statistical analysis will be completed using these data.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegany.edu

Phone Number:

(301) 784-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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