The Forest Technology Program is guided by the following principles.

Program Mission: To provide high-quality technical training in forest and natural resources management.

Program Goals

  1. Learn technical aspects of evaluating, managing, and protecting forest resources for multiple objectives across diverse ownerships.
  2. Develop competencies in field applications of classroom theory and current practices in forestry-related technical subject areas.
  3. Develop written and spoken communication skills, and interpersonal and leadership skills, including a view of tolerance and ethics.
  4. Develop a broader perspective in education through general studies in the arts, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and natural sciences.
  5. Gain employment in careers in forestry and conservation, or continue their education.

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Utilize traditional field, lab, and computing skills, and understand emerging technologies for measuring, evaluating, and managing forest and natural resources to sustain ecosystems for multiple objectives.
  2. Understand fundamental concepts in the forest sciences as well as the human dimensions related to managing natural resources, and be able to integrate interdisciplinary knowledge into decision-making.
  3. Communicate effectively with forestry professionals, landowners, and the general public through oral and written formats.
  4. Show ethical and professional behavior, respect, and tolerance for all in a diverse world and work environment.
  5. Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills.