Forest Measurements
Forest Resources
Technology
Forest Measurements
Short-term Certificate of Completion
Program Description:
The Forest Resources Technology-Forest Measurements, Certificate of
Completion is designed to train individuals on basic measurements
of trees and land and on land navigation using maps, compass, and
GPS. To earn this certificate, the student must complete 4 courses
for a total of 13 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 MEASUREMENTS
(13 Credits) (Three quarters to complete)
This certificate is designed to train individuals on basic
measurements of trees and land and on land navigation using maps,
compass and GPS.
FOR 230A Map, Compass and GPS - 3
FOR 230B Forest Surveying - 3
FOR 220A Aerial Photo - 3
FOR 220B Resource Measurement - 4
Labor Market Information:
Regional Employment Projections from State of Oregon Employment 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.