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