ESF Academic Catalog
Forest Technology (A.A.S.)

A degree in Forest Technology provides students with knowledge of the field practice of forest management, with a focus on forest measurements and inventory, timber harvesting practices, silvicultural and management-based decision making, geographical information systems, tool use and safety, and more. Students gain the ability to work and communicate effectively with professional and paraprofessional personnel, and an understanding of the physical, biological and quantitative aspects that form the basis of forestry. The educational program in forest technology, leading to the associate of applied science degree in forest technology, is accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF).

Students wishing to pursue a baccalaureate degree may wish to investigate programs in the Sustainable Resources Management Department; in particular the Forest Resource Management and Natural Resource Management degree options provide viable transfer pathways for Ranger School students. Students should consult with an advisor in the Undergraduate Admissions office as soon as possible.

The first year forest technology curriculum consists of general studies courses which may be taken at ESF or any accredited four-year, community, or technical college.

 

First Year Required Courses

*Please refer to the Natural Science and Scientific Reasoning course list. 

Total Maximum Transfer Credit: 20 Credits

Second Year Required Courses

Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 64