Full course description
Introduction to Forest Modeling (this is not a self-paced course)
October 6 – 17, 2025
This course provides a brief introduction to mathematical modeling in forest resources analysis and using current forest management plans as example. Students will:
- Understand the role of forest modeling in landscape-level planning and where different plans are situated within the current planning hierarchy.
- Differentiate between forestry and forest management and learn the role of mathematical models.
- Begin to evaluate different decision-making processes and criteria used in landscape-level forestmodeling plans.