International Forestry and Use of Northern Forests (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Objective

The student knows the basics of forestry and the current situation worldwide. He understands the diversity of processes in international forestry and the forest industry. He knows how many different factors affect the operations of international forestry, and he is generally familiar with the international criteria and requirements for the quality of operations. In addition, the student will learn to assess their impact and requirements on forestry operations around the world.

Content

Studies focus on forests, forestry and the multifunctional use of forests worldwide. The course deals with the world's forests from the perspectives of wood production and raw material flows, production and markets in the forest industry. At the same time, the socio-economic and environmental impacts of forests and forestry will be explored at both local and global levels. In addition, an overview of national and international forestry support and guidance systems will be provided.

Location and time

Fall 2022

Teaching methods

Lectures and possible study trips.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1-2
The student knows the basics of forestry and the current situation worldwide. He / she is able to explain processes of international forestry and forest industry. He can tell what factors affect the activities of international forestry. He / she is familiar with the international criteria and requirements set for the quality of operations and is able to explain their effects and requirements on forestry operations around the world.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

3-4
The student knows and is able to tell the basics of forestry and the current situation worldwide using sources. He / she is able to describe the processes of international forestry and the forest industry and understand what factors affect the activities of international forestry and what the effects are. He is familiar with international criteria and requirements for the quality of operations and understands their implications and requirements for forestry operations around the world.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5
The student knows and is able to tell the basics of forestry and the current situation worldwide by utilizing sources and applying information. He / she is able to describe the processes of international forestry and the forest industry and understand what factors affect the activities of international forestry and what the effects are. He is familiar with international criteria and requirements for the quality of operations and understands their implications and requirements for forestry operations around the world.