Forest measurement and mapping
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KB02CMSMK5 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 5.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Väätäinen, Antti |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Learning Outcomes
Students will be competent in measuring/evaluating tree stand codes in a forest region using various methods and in calculating the results using the measurement information. They will also be competent in evaluating methods and the results they yield. Students will be able to make and use the necessary maps needed in the profession, and they will have command of the various methods used in remote sensing. They will also know how to utilise aerial photographs in various tasks.
Student's Workload
Lectures 15 h, exercises 70 h, self-study 50 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Contents
- Sample plots in forests, evaluation of sample plots
- Evaluating patterns
- Multi-source surveying methods
- Reading maps
- Surveying methods
- Basics in remote sensing
Recommended or Required Reading
- Auvinen P. 1997 or later. Metsänmittaus.
- Kangas, A, ym. Metsän mittaus ja kartoitus. Silva Carelica 40
- Husch B. et al. 2003. Forest Mensuration
- Tapion taskukirja. Uusin painos.
- Auvinen et al. 1997. Metsän kartoitus
- Publications by the National Land Survey of Finland.
- Websites
- Other material as indicated during lectures
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Online studying
- Assignments
- Exercises
- Field training
Assessment Criteria
Grading will be announced during the course.
Assessment Methods
- Active participation in assignments
- Continuous demonstration of knowledge
- Exam
- Grading based on a scale of 1-5
Work Placement
None
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