Forest Modelling
Entry Requirements
120 credits
60 credits within one of the following subjects/main fields of study
- forestry science
- forest science
- forest management
- biology
- environmental sciences
- natural resource management
English 6.
Course facts
SV0058, Forest Modelling, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus
Finalized by: Ordföranden för programnämnden för utbildning inom skog (PN-S), 2023-12-22
Valid from : Autumn semester 2025 (2025-09-01)
Level
Second cycle (A1N)
Main field of study
Forestry Science
Sub-area forestry science
Natural processes 7,5 credits
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
English
Entry Requirements
120 credits
60 credits within one of the following subjects/main fields of study
- forestry science
- forest science
- forest management
- biology
- environmental sciences
- natural resource management
English 6.
Objectives
The overall goal of the course is to give students an in-depth understanding of forest models with a focus on sustainable forestry.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to
- describe the experimental design and develop forest field trials, as well as analyze and evaluate forest field trialsiscuss and critically examine the characteristics and limitations of different forest production models
- describe and analyse empirical and mechanistic models
- use models to analyse and present interactions between forest growth, stock dynamics and climate effects through the use of survey material and experimental data.
Content
The course gives students the ability to perform analyses of forest development with the help of forest production models and insight into what data and information are needed to develop and apply these models. Students also learn the difference between empirical and mechanistic models, their areas of use, and the limitations of the different model types.
The course covers forest models and concepts needed for an in-depth understanding of forest production and for climate-adapted sustainable forest management. Study topics include experimental design of field trials and how to analyse important variables such as basal area, volume, biomass, and carbon. In addition, important processes with regard to forest modelling are studied, such as regeneration and growth, stand structure and competition, and various site variables including climate data.
To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used: Lectures, literature studies, seminars, individual assignments, group work, exercises, and field excursions.
Exercises, group work and individual assignments consist of literature studies and of analysis of theoretical and practical questions with the help of statistical data processing and simulation tools.
The course focuses on the following generic competencies: Information competence, critical thinking and reflection, problem solving, scientific methods, digital competence, use of technology, oral and written communication, teamwork.
The following course components are compulsory: Individual and group assignments, seminars and field excursions.
Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
Approved written exercises. Completed compulsory components.
Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Euroforester (MSc)
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Single module | 7.5 | 0001 |
The Course Replaces
SG0276
Other Information
The course is mainly campus-based but can be adapted to distance education if needed.