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Course Name, Prefix, Number: Forest Mensuration Ii, FRTY 2610

Campus Name and Address

Central Louisiana Technical College

Credit Hours:

6

Lecture Hours:

3

Lab Hours:

3

Contact Hours:

135

Class Location:

CENTRAL LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE,

5960 HIGHWAY 167 NORTH, WINNFIELD, LA 71483

Huey P Long Campus: Room 402

Instructor:

Jordan Franks

Instructor Information:

Office: 318-628-4342 ex 1704

Email: jordanfranks@cltcc.edu

Course Description

This course is the second part of Forest Mensuration and is a continuation of collecting and processing of forest measurements; the sampling of forested tracts using plotless cruising (point sampling), strip cruising and plot cruising; and application of mathematical calculations to expand the sample data into an estimated population. The calculations are made utilizing calculators and computers. Stand tables are constructed based upon sample data collected. Written presentations of timber stand location and data are prepared. Prerequisite: FRTY 2520 (3/3/6)

Outcomes

As a result of successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Describe techniques for measuring standing trees.
  2. Obtain tree measurements using measuring equipment and ocular estimation.
  3. Measure designated trees for diameter, height, form class, and age class in the field.
  4. Describe purpose, intensity, and types of cruises.
  5. Cruise tracts of timber using plot, strip, and point sampling methods to obtain needed information.
  6. Calculate pine and hardwood timber volumes in board feet of saw timber and cords of pulpwood.
  7. Determine timber stand volumes using cruise tally sheets.
  8. Prepare a stand table from volumes previously determined.
  9. Describe purposes and methods of determining stand density.
  10. Determine basal area per acre of various stands of timber in the field and calculate stand density.
  11. Describe purposes and methods of determining timber types.
  12. Perform field reconnaissance to obtain timber type information and construct a timber type plat.

Required Textbooks

Elementary Timber Measurements; Hary V Wiant, Ben Medows Company, 2nd Edition, 1994

Additional Materials/Resources

Other materials provided by instructor

Grading Criteria

90%-100%            A

80%-89%              B

70%-79%              C

60%-69%              D

59%-Below           F

Grading Scale

100-90 
89-80 
79-70 
69-60  
59-below 

Assessments

Attendance                        15%

Homework/Classwork   25%

Midterm                              30%

Final                                      30%

Section

Z01

Term

Fall

ATTENDANCE

Students must be officially enrolled in any course that they attend. It is expected that students will attend scheduled classes regularly and on time. If an absence occurs, it is the responsibility of the student to make up all missed work, if approved by the instructor. Students who stop attending a course and do not officially withdraw will receive grades of “0” for all work missed and will result in a punitive final grade. This policy shall be superseded by any more stringent attendance policy required by a regulatory or licensing body having jurisdiction over program requirements. Attendance will be tracked and maintained for various reporting purposes.

CLASS WITHDRAWAL POLICY

The deadline for dropping a class is published each semester on the CLTCC website in the academic calendar. A student who officially withdraws from a class prior to the designated date will receive a grade of “W” in that class. Any student who receives financial aid and withdraws from any or all classes is subject to repaying a portion of the funding received.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

The faculty of Central Louisiana Technical College supports the concept of academic honesty. The teaching faculty encourages academic honesty in all classes and we require academic honesty from all students. All students are expected to maintain honesty and integrity when completing all academic assignments and examinations. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student found guilty of such dishonorable acts in academic work will receive a “0” for the work presented. The instructor may also refer the student to the appropriate administrator for further disciplinary actions, which could result in an “F” in the course, dismissal from the course, or dismissal from the college.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Students will be suspended for actions detrimental to the welfare of other students, instructors, staff, and the campus. These actions include, but are not limited to: Firearms and/or weapons, alcoholic beverages, and illegal drugs will not be permitted on campus. Profanity and fighting are strictly prohibited. Smoking or use of any other tobacco products is prohibited. Students must not eat or drink beverages in classrooms or labs. Vandalism will not be permitted on campus. Dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Students who cheat, or aid in the act thereof, may be dismissed from campus. Students must display a respectable attitude and behavior toward instructor and other students. The college has a Zero Tolerance Policy, meaning the campuses should be completely free of threats and assaults to ensure the highest standard of safety for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors on each campus. The college will take all reasonably available steps to protect all such persons from violence. Violators of the Zero Tolerance Policy will be suspended.

 

Title IX

Central Louisiana Technical Community College faculty and staff are committed to helping create a safe and open learning environment for all students. If you (or someone you know) have experienced any form of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, know that help and support are available. The College strongly encourages all community members to act, seek support, and report incidents of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Office. Be advised that we must disclose information about misconduct as per Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

If you wish to speak to a confidential employee who does not have this reporting responsibility, you can contact the Title IX Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. 1129. If it is an ADA issue, you can contact CLTCC's ADA Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. For more information about reporting options and resources at CLTCC and the community, visit our Title IX page. Please complete the following Incident Report by clicking here to report the incident. Under "Nature of this Report," choose Title IX or Disability Service Request regarding a Reasonable Accommodations issue.

DISCIPLINARY PROBATION

A student may be placed on disciplinary probation when campus rules and policies are disregarded. When a student is placed on disciplinary probation, the student is given a specified time to improve his/her record. If the student’s record does not show improvement, the student may be suspended for a specific time, usually a semester or more.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

The Central Louisiana Technical College complies with Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations must make their requests known by contacting the Disabilities Coordinator at the beginning of each semester. If a disability is identified later in the semester, a non-retroactive accommodation plan will be developed.

Course Transferability

A student should contact the institution to which he or she intends to transfer to inquire about the potential transferability of the course and to determine whether the course will count in his or her major.

Instructor Credentials

All instructors for this course meet or exceed the criteria for academic and professional preparation as required in the SACS/COC standards for accreditation.