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IT applications in forestry (5 cr)

Code: ME00AE56-3001

General information


Enrollment

15.08.2019 - 30.08.2019

Timing

28.10.2019 - 31.12.2019

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Mikkeli Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

15 - 30

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Forestry

Teachers

  • Pertti Kilpeläinen

Teacher in charge

Pertti Kilpeläinen

Groups

  • MEMI17SPB
  • MEMI17SPA

Objective

You know the newest IT solutions in forestry that use,for example, databases, GIS, GPS, remote sensing, mobile technology, digital measurements, additional devices or data transfer. You have some experience in using this software and equipment.

Content

What are the newest and future IT solutions in forestry? How do IT solutions affect the work in forestry now and in the near future? Which IT solutions are the most relevant ones for your future profession?

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, good (3)

a)You are able to logically use professional IT terms in forestry. e)You are able to use the main models, methods, programs and techniques of forestry IT solutions.

Qualifications

Attending the course requires completing the courses of ICT skills in forestry, Forest measurement andForest inventory