Diagnosis, prevention and management of biotic forest damage
Entry Requirements
– 60 credits Forest Science or
- 60 credits Forest and Wood Engineering or
– 60 credits Biology or
– 60 credits Environmental Sciences or
– 60 credits Landscape Architecture or
– 60 credits Agricultural Sciences or
– 60 credits Forest Management or
– 60 credits Natural Resource Management
and additionally
- Knowledge in Swedish corresponding to what is required for eligibility for Swedish higher education at the undergraduate level and
- English 6 or equivalent
and courses at advanced level
- 15 credits Forest sciences or
- 15 credits Forest and Wood Engineering or
- 15 credits Forest management or
- 15 credits Biology or
- 15 credits Environmental sciences
Course facts
SG0271, Diagnosis, prevention and management of biotic forest damage, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus
Finalized by: PN - S, 2020-11-11
Valid from : Autumn semester 2021 (2021-08-30)
Level
Second cycle (A1F)
Main field of study
Biology, Forest Science
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.
Course language
Swedish
Entry Requirements
– 60 credits Forest Science or
- 60 credits Forest and Wood Engineering or
– 60 credits Biology or
– 60 credits Environmental Sciences or
– 60 credits Landscape Architecture or
– 60 credits Agricultural Sciences or
– 60 credits Forest Management or
– 60 credits Natural Resource Management
and additionally
- Knowledge in Swedish corresponding to what is required for eligibility for Swedish higher education at the undergraduate level and
- English 6 or equivalent
and courses at advanced level
- 15 credits Forest sciences or
- 15 credits Forest and Wood Engineering or
- 15 credits Forest management or
- 15 credits Biology or
- 15 credits Environmental sciences
Objectives
The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and skills regarding diagnosis, prevention and management of forest damage in Swedish forests. After the course, the student should have the theoretical background required to handle the opportunities given for effective forest protection and measures that promote forest health and have the ability to critically examine and reflect on the latest research findings in the subject area.
After completing the course, the student should be able to
- critically reflect on and motivate the choice of appropriate methods for diagnosing the cause of forest damage and mapping their extent at stand and landscape level, based on symptoms.
- identify and compare strategies and propose appropriate measures to prevent the occurrence of forest damage and reduce its spread through active forest management and integrated pest management (IPM).
- critically examine and analyze the possibilities of reducing the long-term effects of forest damage on forest production, biodiversity and various ecosystem services through adaptive, climate-adapted and sustainable forest management, forest planning and restoration.
- seek, evaluate and refer to research information in the subject area and in a scientific way present results and analyzes both in writing and orally.
Content
The course deals with theory and practice in diagnostics, prevention and management of established and new forest damage caused by microbes and animals. The focus is on stand and landscape level. During the course, a selection of current technological tools (eg drones and portable DNA / RNA sequencers) is presented, that can be used to identify established and new invasive pests and to map the occurrence of forest damage. The student develops theoretical knowledge regarding sustainable forest protection strategies and learns how to apply innovative measures to reduce the occurrence and spread of forest damage in practical forestry in the short and long term. The course trains problem solving, critical thinking, and oral and written communication.
The course contains literature studies, lectures, demonstrations, practical field- and laboratory exercises, excursions or study visits, group work and an individual project. Compulsory parts consist of demonstrations and practical exercises.
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
To pass the course the following is required - passed written final exam - approved oral and written presentation of individual project work - completed compulsory teaching elements.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Multi-purpose forest management
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 7.5 | 0101 |
Other Information
The course is a distance-based course with two or three meetings during the semester. The physical meetings take place in southern Sweden and may involve certain costs for travel and accommodation. For the distance moments, you need access to a computer with an Internet connection of 2.0 Mbit / s or higher in both directions, a USB headset with a microphone and a webcam. Fixed connection is always preferable. You can also connect to a library or learning center.
Course language is Swedish but some teaching will be given in English.