The Career Pathway Certificate of Completion: Field Surveying and Mapping can be completed in two terms. Students completing this certificate will gain a basic knowledge and the skills to be employed in an entry-level position in the forestry field.
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Graduation Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. All courses in the program must be completed with a ‘C’ or better. One course must be completed at Southwestern before the Career Pathway Certificate of Completion: Field Surveying and Mapping is awarded.
Complete the graduation application process one term prior to the term of completion (e.g., spring term graduates must apply during winter term).
Pre-Program Courses
Students are required to take the following courses prior to the program courses, depending on students' college placement information. See advisor for details:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS120 | Concepts of Computing (or demonstrate proficiency) | 4 |
Program Guide
| Winter | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG265 | Intro to Geographical Info Systems | 3 |
| FE209 | Forest Photogrammetry & Intro to | 4 |
| F222A | Elementary Forest Surveying | 4 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Spring | ||
| F223 | Forest Measurements | 4 |
| Credits | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program the student will be able to:
- Discuss important forest management challenges and potential solutions.
- Discuss characteristics of regional forests, field techniques, and management practices.
- Demonstrate basic skills in forest surveying, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and spreadsheet applications.