Forest Regeneration
Information from the course leader
The course starts in the first week of June (6-10) with a series of webinars and lectures. Most of the course is self-studies, distance learning and individual project work. The course ends with 5 days field excursion in Småland and Skåne (August 15-19). More information can be found under the course schedule.
Course evaluation
The course evaluation is now closed
SG0255-50047 - Course evaluation report
Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.
Additional course evaluations for SG0255
Academic year 2022/2023
Forest Regeneration (SG0255-50029)
2023-06-05 - 2023-08-27
Academic year 2020/2021
Forest Regeneration (SG0255-50006)
2021-06-07 - 2021-08-15
Academic year 2019/2020
Forest Regeneration (SG0255-50085)
2020-06-08 - 2020-08-16
Academic year 2018/2019
Forest Regeneration (SG0255-50039)
2019-06-10 - 2019-08-18
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
SG0255 Forest Regeneration, 7.5 Credits
Skoglig föryngringSubjects
Forest Management Forest Science Forest science Forest ManagementEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 7.5 | 0101 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge at basic level equivalent to 120 credits, of which at least- 60 credits in Agricultural Science or
- 60 credits in Biology or
- 60 credits in Environmental Sciences or
- 60 credits in Forest Management or
- 60 credits in Forest Science or
- 60 credits in Horticultural Science or
- 60 credits in Landscape Architecture
and English 6 from Swedish upper secondary school or equivalent qualifications.
Objectives
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 north-European forestry.
After the course the student should be able to
Describe and analyse regeneration methods used in contemporary forests in northern Europe.
Analyse different regeneration methods, from a perspective of forestry as part of a sustainable development.
Measure and evaluate the establishment of planted tree seedlings
Design a forest regeneration experiment and analyse and evaluate the results
Content
During the course, the complete chain of forest regeneration is studied, from seed to established trees. New findings and insights in seedling types, planting techniques, and soil scarification methods will be discussed, and evaluated in relation to plant ecophysiology and site factors. The course also provides knowledge in design of regeneration experiments and in the techniques to measure seedling vitality and growth.
The course will be held as a distance course on 50 % study time, scheduled during the summer semester. At course start, students will be introduced to the course portal used for the distance studies. However, at the end of the course, there is a one-week mandatory field excursion. The course includes two individual assignments, one based on literature studies that will be submitted prior to the field week and one field work project that should be submitted after the field week. The field work project is launched at course start, where the student will measure growth and vitality of newly planted seedlings over the course period.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
For passing the course the student must submit required written assignment in literature studies, conduct a field work project, participate in group activities through canvas and attend to the mandatory field week.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
The mandatory excursion will be located around SLUs field station at Asa, Småland, and accomodation is booked at a youth hostel. Students are responsible for their travel to and from Asa. Certain costs for accomodation during the excursion may arise for students.Responsible department
Department of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre
Litterature list
- Quantitative estimates of tree species selectivity by moose (Alces alces) in a forest landscape Författare: Månsson J., Kalén C., Kjellander P., Andrén H. & Smith H. 1) Reforestation with planting in northern Europe. Författare: Nilsson U., Luoranen J., Kolström T., Örlander G. and Puttonen P. 1) Site Preparation – a Swedish overview Overview. Författare: Örlander G., Gemmel P. and Hunt J. [Site Preparation – a Swedish overview Overview. ] (https://www.for.gov.bc.ca/hfd/pubs/docs/Frr/Frr105.htm)1) Effect of reforestation methods on pine weevil (Hylobius abietis) damage and seedling survival. Författare: Örlander G and Nilsson U. 1) Stock type in intensive silviculture: A (short) discussion about roots and size. The Forestry Chronicle 80(4): 463-468 Författare: Thiffault, N. [Stock type in intensive silviculture: A (short) discussion about roots and size. The Forestry Chronicle 80(4): 463-468] (https://doi.org/10.5558/tfc80463-4)1) Scarification and seedfall affects natural regeneration of Scots pine under two shelterwood densities and a clear-cut in southern Sweden." Författare: Beland, M., et al. 1) Manipulating seed availability, plant competition and litter accumulation by soil preparation and canopy opening to ensure regeneration success in temperate low-mountain forest stands. Författare: Dassot, M. and C. Collet 1) General biology and life cycles of bark weevils. Författare: Day KR, Nordlander G, Kenis M, Halldorson G ISBN: 1-4020-2241-7 1) Germination and seedling establishment of Norway spruce (Picea abies) after clear-cutting is affected by timing of soil scarification." Författare: Floistad, I. S., G. Hylen, K. H. Hanssen and A. Granhus 1) Why seedlings survive: influence of plant attributes. Författare: Grossnickle, S.C [Why seedlings survive: influence of plant attributes.] (<https://DOI 10.1007/s11056-012-9336-6>)1) Effects of Reforestation and Site Preparation Methods on Early Growth and Survival of Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) in South-Eastern Poland." Författare: Aleksandrowicz-Trzcinska, M., et al [Effects of Reforestation and Site Preparation Methods on Early Growth and Survival of Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) in South-Eastern Poland."] (https://slunik.slu.se/kursfiler/SG0255/50085.1920/Aleksandrowicz--2017-Effects_of_Reforestation.pdf)1) Mechanical site preparation for forest restoration Författare: Löf M., Dey D.C., Navarro R M. ,Jacobs D.F. [Mechanical site preparation for forest restoration] (<https://DOI 10.1007/s11056-012-9332-x>)1) To Feed or not to Feed? Evidence of the Intended and Unintended Effects of Feeding Wild Ungulates. Författare: Milner et al. 1) What do seedlings die from and what are the implications for evolution of seed size? Författare: Moles, A. T. and M. Westoby 1) Regeneration silviculture of birch - a review." Författare: Perala, D. A. and A. A. Alm 1) "Reproductive ecology of birch - a review. Författare: Perala, D. A. and A. A. Alm 1) Effects of roe deer browsing and site preparation on performance of planted broadleaved and conifer seedlinhs when using temporary fences. Författare: Bergqvist, J. Löf, M. Örlander G. 1) Interactions between ungulates forests and supplementary feeding-the role of nutritional balancing in determing outcomes. Författare: Feltin aM, Felton A. Cromsigt J. Edenius L. Malmsten J. Wam H K. 1) Interactions between Near-ground temperature and radiation, silvicultural treatments and frost damage to Norway spruce seedlings Författare: Langvall O 1) Effects of timing, duration and intensity of simulated browsing on Scots pine growth and stem quality. Författare: Wallgren M. Bergqvist J. Bergström R. Eriksson S. 1) Copmarison of different site preparation techniques: quality of planting spots, seedling growth and pine weevil. Författare: Wallertz K. Björklund N. Hjelm K. Petersson M. Sundblad. L-G. 1) Ecophysiology of northern spruce species: The performance of planted seedlings. Författare: Grossnickle S.C. ISBN: 0-660-17959-8 1) Influence of mechanical site preparation on regeneration success of planted conifers in clearcuts in Fennoscandia – a review. Författare: Sikström U. Hjelm, K. Holt Hanssen K. Saksa T. Wallertz K. 1) Natural regeneration of broadleaved tree species in Southern Sweden - effects of silvicultural treatments and seed dispersal from surrounding stands. Författare: Karlsson, M. (2001) 1) Natural regeneration of broadleaved tree species in Southern Sweden - effects of silvicultural treatments and seed dispersal from surrounding stands. Författare: Karlsson, M. (2001) 1) The effects of scarification and shelterwood treatments on naturally regenerated seedlings in southern Sweden." Författare: Karlsson, M. and U. Nilsson 1) Natural regeneration in clear-cuts: Effects of scarification, slash removal and clear-cut age." Författare: Karlsson, M., U. Nilsson and G. Orlander 1) Being John Harper: Using evolutionary ideas to improve understanding of global patterns in plant traits. Författare: Moles, A. T 1) Best practice for tree breeding in Europe. Författare: Mullin TJ, Lee S, editors