Forest Technology Technician Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to assist foresters in the management and production of forest resources. Includes instruction in woods and field skills, tree identification, timber measurement, logging and timber harvesting, forest propagation and regeneration, forest fire-fighting, resource management, equipment operation and maintenance, record-keeping, sales and purchasing operations, and personnel supervision. Is Forest Technology Technician the right major for you?
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Forest Technology Technician Major

What Courses Do Forest Technology Technician Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Forest Technology Technician majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Forestry
  • Management
  • Statistics
  • Surveying