Forest Management on Special AreasLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

The student:
- knows the limitations concerning special areas as well as related information sources and practises
- is able to plan the silvicultural measures taking place in such an area in a way suitable for the particular conditions and its special value
- is able to utilize different digital sources and surveys about special areas in the planning of forest management

Content

Planning and carrying out silvicultural measures, nature management and harvesting in special areas, for example in planned and built areas, recreational forests, areas of special scenic value, historical sites, protected areas and in places with valuable natural features or protected species. Planning harvesting in areas demanding special harvesting techniques e.g on islands, and areas with storm devastation. Nature management and restoration in in different habitats. Game and landscape management in silviculture. Utilization of digital and other sources of information.

Further information

Opsia muutettu 2016: lisätty digitaalisten aineistojen hyödyntäminen