Forest MensurationLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You are able to use the main measurement instruments, map materials and calculation models in growing stock measuring and land surveying. You can locate yourself and target objects in terrain. You are able to define basic variables for single trees or forest stands. You know the use of measured and calculated variables in forestry.

Content

What different variables are measured and calculated from trees and forest stands? What positioning methods are used? What instruments and calculation methods are used for measurements? What kind of sample plots are used in forestry? What is the accuracy of results? What factors affect accuracy? 

Qualifications

Previous studies are not required.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

You are e)      able to use logically professional terms. f)        able to use the main models, methods, programs and techniques in forest measurement. g)      able to work goal-directedlty in a group.