Overview
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Forest Products this course provides students with an
understanding of the various wood-based products and non-timber forest products
that are produced from forest resources. The course covers topics such as wood
properties, wood processing, wood chemistry, wood anatomy, and wood
utilization.The course starts by introducing students to the basic properties
of wood, such as density, moisture content, and strength. Students learn how
wood properties are affected by factors such as tree species, growth
conditions, and wood processing methods. The course then moves on to cover wood
processing, including the various techniques used to convert trees into
products such assawn timber, lumber, lumber, plywood, and paper. Students learn
about some of different equipment and machinery used in wood processing, as
well as the environmental impacts associated with wood processing. The course
also covers wood chemistry, including the composition of wood and the chemical
reactions that occur during wood processing. Wood anatomy is another important
topic covered in the course, including the cellular structure of wood and how
it affects wood properties and processing. Students learn about the different
wood defects that can affect wood quality and how to identify them. Finally,
the course covers non-timber forest products, such as medicinal plants, and
their economic and ecological value. Students learn about the different
techniques used to harvest and process non-timber forest products sustainably
and the challenges associated with their management. Overall, Forest Products
is a comprehensive course that provides students with an understanding of the
various wood-based products and non-timber forest products that are produced
from forest resources. The course provides students with the knowledge and
skills needed to develop sustainable and value-added forest products.
Intended learning outcomes
By completing the course, the student will be able to
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Learn about the origin of wood and the basic concepts related to the
characteristics of woody plants and the scientific methods used in their
classification.
• Explains the
environmental, economic and social importance of wood and forest products
production.
• Compare hardwoods and
softwoods.
• Distinguish between
early wood and late wood and the difference in the widening of the growth
rings.
• Knows the natural
defects and their origin in wood.
Teaching and learning methods
•Lectures.
• Practical and field
training.
• Library & network.
• Panel discussions and
dialogues.
Methods of assessments
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50% of the total grade
= midterm exams (20% first exam + 20% second exam + 10% practical).
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50% of the total grade
= final exam (40% Final exam + 10% practical).
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Passing score 50%
