Diverse Uses of Forests (6 op)

Arviointiasteikko

H-5

Tavoitteet

Main learning outcomes
· The student understands the various ecosystem services the forest provides
· The student is able to explain the different forests functions
· The student knows current and future forest-based products
· The student can plan and evaluate the integration of several forest functions
· The student can assess the economic value of the trade-offs of forest functions

Sisältö

This study unit is about the diverse uses of forests. The forest ecosystem services provide the framework for understanding the various forest functions. Furthermore, the current and innovative future forest-based products are discussed. The possible integration of several forest functions is planned and evaluated, and the economic value of the trade-offs are assessed.

Aika ja paikka

The course will be implemented between August-December 2023.

Oppimateriaalit

The teacher gives instructions on the study materials at the beginning of the course. Most of the materials will be appointed in Moodle platform.

Opetusmenetelmät

This study unit is about the diverse uses of forests. The forest ecosystem services provide the framework for understanding the various forest functions. Furthermore, the current and innovative future forest-based products are discussed. The possible integration of several forest functions is planned and evaluated, and the economic value of the trade-offs are assessed.
The course consists of the following learning activities: lectures, project work, excursions, assessments and independent study.

Harjoittelu- ja työelämäyhteistyö

Working life cooperation will be presented as case examples and through study visits.

Kansainvälisyys

The course is part of the INVEST specialisation studies (Forestry Adaptation to a Changing Environment - FACE).

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

This course is 6 ECTS which corresponds to 150 hours work load for a student.