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Forest Management Technology

Related Career Studies Certificates:

Urban Forestry

Wood Technology

Wood Technology Career Studies Certificate


The Wood Technology Career Studies Certificate is intended to provide a distinct segment of the forestry industry with skilled workers.  This certificate will provide the student with skill sets requisite for employment in sawmilling and wood products.

Occupational Objectives:

  • Sawyer
  • Kiln technician
  • Supervisor
  • Saw Mill manager

Program Requirements

   Students are required to complete work-based experiences and volunteer experiences.

The Forest Management Department will assist with placement; however, the student is ultimately responsible for locating and retaining the position as a volunteer or paid employee.

Students must achieve an overall 2.0 GPA ("C" average) in the 29 credit hours of required curriculum courses to be awarded a Career Studies Certificate in Wood Technology.

 

DSLCC is part of the Virginia Community College System.
Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, 1000 Dabney Drive, Box 1000, Clifton Forge, Virginia 24422
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