FOR 172
Forest System Mapping and Mensuration I
Section: 203

Course Description

Concepts and application of basic forest and land resource measurement techniques used in forestry and related fields. Measuring distances and areas; orienteering; basic air photo and topographic map interpretation; introduction to GPS; measuring tree characteristics; introduction to forest sampling. Application of spreadsheets and word processing to analyze and summarize resource characteristics. Field trip required.

Non-Std Tm

Through Spring 2029

Fall 2026


Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
August 17, 2026
Classes End:
December 1, 2026
Location:
02104 Biltmore Hall
Class Days:
W
Class Start Time:
1:40pm
Class End Time:
3:40pm

Course Information

Class Type:
Laboratory
Credits:
0.00
Restrictions:
None

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