Forest Ecology

Forest Resources Technology
Forest Ecology
Short-term Certificate of Completion

Program Description:

The Forest Resources Technology-Forest Ecology, Certificate of Completion is designed to train individuals on general forest ecology and plant identification. The objective is to introduce the practical aspects of Forest Ecology, Dendrology and Application. To earn this certificate, the student must complete 4 courses for a total of 12 credits. The courses include required courses for the AAS degree in Forest Resource Technology. These certificates will acknowledge student completion in an area of expertise and may be utilized for job opportunities and/or career advancement.

FOREST ECOLOGY
(12 Credits) (Three quarters to complete)
This certificate is designed to introduce the practical aspects of forest ecology, dendrology and their applications.

FOR 240A Forest Ecology - 3
FOR 241A Field Dendrology - 3
FOR 241B Dendrology - 3
FOR 203 Applied Forest Ecology - 3

Labor Market Information: 

Regional Employment Projections from  OLMIS (Oregon Labor Market Information System) indicates a 2.5% increase for Forest and Conservation Technicians for Crook/Deschutes/Jefferson Counties from 2. The U.S. Department of Labor Statistics indicates a growth of 12% during 2006-2016.

The members of the Advisory Committee represented the Government: USDA Forest Service, Department of Interior BLM, and Oregon Department of Forestry; Academic: Oregon State University, Oregon State University Cascades, Oregon State University Extension; and the Private sector: Cascade Timberlands, Gilchrest Lumber, and Mason, Bruce, and Girard. The curriculum was developed to meet industry standards not only in the Central Oregon region but in the Northwest. Graduates are in demand locally as well as regionally.