Forest regeneration

Structure Type: Course
Code: KB02CMHMU4
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 4.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Lahti, Juho
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Students will understand the basics of forest regeneration and know how to apply their knowledge in practice. They will be aware of alternatives available in forest management in decision-making situations (forest owner's goals, possibilities for alternatives, probable outcome, economic profitability).

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Basics in forest regeneration
- Regeneration methods
- Environmental factors
- Requirements of
- Legislation concerning regeneration and treatment recommendations

Recommended or Required Reading

-Mälkönen et al. 2000. Forest Regeneration in the Northern Parts of Europe. FFRI. Research paper 790.
-Metsätalouden vesiensuojelu. Tapio 2007.
-Tapio's guidelines for caring for forests
-Luoranen J., Saksa T. & Uotila K. 2012. Metsänuudistaminen, Metla.
-Luoranen-Kiljunen. 2006: Kuusen paakkutaimen viljelyopas. Metla.
-Nygren Markku. 2012. Metsänkylvöopas - kylvön biologiaa ja tekniikkaa. Metsäkustannus Oy.
-Other material as indicated by the lecturer.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Lectures
- Online study
- Assignments
- Field exercises in grouos

Assessment Criteria

Grading will be announced during the course.

Assessment Methods

- Active participation on exercises
- Continuous demonstration of knowledge
- Exam
- Grading based on a scale of 1 to 5

Work Placement

None

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