In-depth course in forest regeneration
The course will be offered in autumn in a hybrid format. It comprises an individual literature study and a project, both of which can be completed remotely. The course includes a mandatory field excursion in Småland/Skåne from September 7–11, as well as optional lectures in Alnarp throughout September, with no requirement to attend. The project will be presented during the course, either in the field or indoors. If you have any questions or doubts, please contact the course leader, Mikołaj Lula (mikolaj.lula@slu.se).
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
PFS0158 In-depth course in forest regeneration, 5.0 Credits
Subjects
Education cycle
Postgraduate levelGrading scale
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Bachelor in forest science, forest management, ecology, environmental scienceObjectives
The purpose of the course is to present a comprehensive overview of the complete chain of forest regeneration, and to give the students insight in the complexity of regeneration methods in Scandinavian forestry.
After completing the course, students should be able to
- discuss and critically examine the characteristics and limitations of different regeneration methods used in contemporary forestry in Scandinavia
- describe and analyse different regeneration methods, from a perspective of forestry as part of a sustainable development
- describe experimental designs and develop forest regeneration trials, as well as analyze and evaluate forest regeneration trials
- measure and evaluate seedlings growth and vitality.
Content
During the course, the complete chain of forest regeneration is studied, from seed to established trees. New findings and insights in regeneration methods, seedling types, planting- and site preparation techniques will be discussed, and evaluated in relation to plant ecophysiology, site factors, climate change and multiple management objectives. The course also provides knowledge in design of regeneration experiments and in the techniques to measure seedling vitality and growth.
Formats and requirements for examination
For passing the course the student must submit required written assignment in literature studies, conduct a individual project, and attend to the mandatory field week.Additional information
Examiner: Mikolaj Lula, Southern Swedish Forest Research CentreResponsible department
Department of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre