NRT 2241 — Forest Ecology and Silviculture
| Lecture/Lab Introducing terminology, concepts, and techniques involved in silviculture, the theory of controlling the establishment, composition, and growth of forest stands, emphasis is on ma nagement for timber/ forest products. Other landowner objectives such as wildlife, recreation, and aesthetics are included. The principles, equipment, and techniques used in modern forest harvesting in the Lake States, an examination of forest harvesting f rom the social, economic, and silvicultural standpoint, and field trips to managed forest stands and active forest harvesting operations are all included. Prerequisities: NRT 1212