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211-415 Wood Science 3

Year 4 Forestry.

Credit points: 12.5

Coordinator: Dr E F Dougal.

Prerequisite: 211-316 Wood Science 2.

Contact: 36 hours of lectures and 36 hours of practical work.

Timetable: First semester

Objectives:

Students are expected to be able to: comprehend information regarding variability of wood structure, ultrastructure, chemical composition and physical properties within a tree; comprehend information regarding variability of wood properties among trees of the same species and variability between species; critically review information regarding the genetic, silvicultural and environmental factors influencing tree development and wood properties as related to end use; comprehend and critically analyse information related to a number of selected topics in wood science.

Content:

Wood growth-quality relationships. Genetic, silvicultural and environmental factors influencing tree development and wood properties as related to end use. Selected topics in wood science.

Assessment:

A 3-hour written examination at the end of the subject. Practical tests may be given throughout the semester. Marks may also be given for assignments (up to 5,000 words), and written reports (up to 1,000 words each) on practical work sessions.

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