Forest Conservation and Forest Biomaterials Science


Faculty List

Professors
Sandy Smith, MSc, PhD
Sean Thomas, BA, PhD

Associate Professors
John Caspersen, BA, PhD
Patrick James, BSc, PhD

Assistant Professors
Sally Krigstin, MScF, PhD
Ben Kuttner, MScF, PhD, RPF
Amory Ngan, BA, MFC, RPF
Danijela Puric-Mladenovic, MScF, PhD
Katherine Siegel, BS, MS, PhD
Rasoul Yousefpour, BSc, MSc, PhD

Professors Emeriti
David Balsillie
Roarke Bryan
Terry Carleton
Paul Cooper
Martin Hubbes
Andy Kenney
Jay Malcolm
David Martell
Vic Timmer

Introduction

In the past, Forestry programs have traditionally focused on the management of forests as sources of timber and revenue. However, with the increasing recognition of their immense cultural, social, and environmental role, the focus of forest management has shifted to include biodiversity maintenance, ecological sustainability, and the protection of wildlife and their habitats. Our Forest Conservation programs prepare students for this critically important role by combining traditional ecological and physical sciences with social sciences. Graduates can pursue a wide range of new career opportunities developing in private, government, and non-government environmental organizations where forest conservationists increasingly work as members of multidisciplinary teams of environmental and resource managers focusing on complex, emerging social and community issues, such as Aboriginal rights and land tenure, protection of wilderness parklands, preservation of urban green space, and the use of forests for carbon sequestration.

The Undergraduate Forestry program at the University of Toronto is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological, social, and operational fundamentals of forestry and its relationship to our ecosystems. The program offers courses in forest conservation, tree biology and identification, arboriculture, wood science and forest products, wildlife and insect ecology, agroforestry, urban forestry, bioenergy, and forest fire behaviour and management.

Students may take a specialist degree leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Forest Conservation or a Bachelor of Science in Forest Conservation Science. The arts program focuses on communal forest management, development of forest policies, forest economics and forest product trade, with electives in social sciences, while the science program concentrates on forest biology and ecology with electives in life and physical sciences.

The major programs in Forest Conservation are intended to build on a student’s interest in forestry and related issues. Students should consider combining these programs with a major in another related discipline such as environment, geography, biology, chemistry, or urban studies. A minor in Forest Conservation Science (Science program) and a minor in Forest Conservation (Arts program) are also available.

Foresters play a critical role in managing our natural resources, and as a forestry student you will learn how to take care of our forests while addressing some of the biggest challenges facing our forest landscapes, ecosystems, and communities.

If you are passionate about the sustainability of natural resources, value experiential learning in the outdoors and classroom, and want to gain an understanding of the natural and social sciences needed to tackle the challenges of resource management in the face of future climates, then one of our forestry programs may be perfect for you.

Note: Enrolment in the Forest Biomaterials Science Major and Minor has been administratively suspended as of 1 October 2020 and no new students are being admitted. Students presently enrolled in the Major or Minor will be able to complete the respective program requirements as described below.

The Forestry Program Administrator may be contacted at laura.lapchinski@daniels.utoronto.ca or programs@daniels.utoronto.ca. 

Forest Conservation and Forest Biomaterials Science Programs

Forest Conservation Science Specialist (Science Program) - ASSPE1102

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(12.0 credits, including at least 3.5 credits at the 300-level and 2.0 credits at the 400-level; other equivalent and approved courses offered by other Faculties, University of Toronto Mississauga or University of Toronto Scarborough may be eligible for inclusion.)

First Year:
BIO120H1; plus 2.5 first year Science credits ( GGR101H1; CHM135H1, CHM136H1 recommended)

Second Year:
1. FOR200H1, FOR201H1
2. 1.0 credit from ECO220Y1, ECO227Y1; GGR270H1, GGR271H1; STA220H1, STA221H1
3. 1.5 credits from BIO220H1, BIO251H1, BIO260H1; GGR201H1, GGR203H1, GGR205H1, GGR206H1, GGR223H1, GGR272H1, GGR273H1; PHL273H1; ENV221H1, ENV222H1; ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1, ENV237H1, ENV238H1

Third Year:
1. FOR301H1, FOR305H1; 1.0 credit from FOR300H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1; ENV334H1
2. 0.5 credit from EEB319H1, EEB321H1, EEB323H1, EEB328H1; CSB340H1
3. 1.0 credit from EEB324H1, EEB365H1, EEB386H1, EEB388H1; GGR305H1, GGR314H1; ENV320H1, ENV322H1, ENV323H1

Fourth Year:
1. FOR400Y1, FOR401H1
2. 0.5 credit from FOR403H1, FOR405H1, FOR410H1, FOR413H1, FOR416H1, FOR417H1, FOR418H1, FOR419H1, FOR420H1, FOR423H1; ENV347H1; EEB403H1, EEB406H1, EEB407H1

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.

Note: If the FOR301H1 is not on offer, a student may use a substitute field or research course from another department. Contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator for details and confirmation.

Forest Conservation Specialist (Arts Program) - ASSPE1100

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(12.0 credits, including at least 3.0 credits at the 300-level and 2.5 credits at the 400-level; other equivalent and approved courses offered by other Faculties, University of Toronto Mississauga or University of Toronto Scarborough may be eligible for inclusion.)

First Year:
BIO120H1; plus 1.5 first year Social Science credits

Second Year:
1. ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1; FOR200H1, FOR201H1
2. 1.0 credit from ECO220Y1, ECO227Y1; GGR270H1; STA220H1, STA221H1, STA255H1
3. 1.0 credit from ANT204H1; ENV221H1, ENV222H1; GGR223H1; INS201Y1; PHL273H1

Third Year:
1. FOR301H1, FOR305H1; At least 1.0 credit from FOR300H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1; EEB321H1
2. At least 1.0 credit from JGE321H1, JGE331H1; ENV320H1, ENV323H1, ENV347H1, JIG322H1

Fourth Year:
1. FOR400Y1, FOR401H1
2. 1.0 credit from ANT450H1; FOR403H1, FOR416H1, FOR417H1, FOR418H1; ENV421H1, ENV422H1, ENV440H1; GGR416H1

An additional 1.0 credit can be taken from any 3rd or 4th year elective listed above.

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.

Note: If the FOR301H1 is not on offer, a student may use a substitute field or research course from another department. Contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator for details and confirmation.

Forest Biomaterials Science Major (Science Program) - ASMAJ1098

Enrolment Requirements:

Enrolment in the Forest Biomaterials Science Major is being administratively suspended as of 1 October 2020 and no new students will be admitted thereafter. Students presently enrolled in the Major will be able to complete the program requirements as described below.

Completion Requirements:

The Forest Biomaterials major or minor may be strengthened by an accompanying major or minor(s) in Biology (major, minor), Biochemistry (major), Forest Conservation (major, minor) , Chemistry (major, minor), Environmental Chemistry (minor), Materials Chemistry (minor) or Environment & Science (major, minor).

Questions about the program should be submitted to programs@daniels.utoronto.ca.

(8.0 credits, including at least 2.0 credits at the 300-level and 2.0 credits at the 400-level; other equivalent and approved courses offered by other Faculties may be eligible for inclusion.)

1. BIO120H1; 1.0 credit from MSE101H1; ECO101H1, ECO102H1, ECO105Y1; CHM135H1, CHM136H1; MAT135H1
2. FOR200H1, STA220H1; 1.0 credit from CHM220H1; ENV221H1, ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1; MSE219H1; BCH210H1; BCH242Y1; STA221H1; EEB225H1; MGT201H1, RSM100Y1; BIO220H1, BIO251H1
3. FOR300H1, FOR310H1; 1.0 credit from FOR302H1, FOR305H1; ENV350H1; MSE316H1; BCH370H1; GGR348H1
4. FOR401H1, FOR410H1; 1.0 credit from FOR403H1, FOR405H1, FOR420H1, FOR423H1; CHE475H1

An additional 0.5 credit can be taken from any 3rd or 4th year elective listed above.

Forest Conservation Major (Arts Program) - ASMAJ1100

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(8.0 credits, including at least 1.5 credits at the 300-level and 1.0 credit at the 400-level; other equivalent and approved courses offered by other Faculties, University of Toronto Mississauga or University of Toronto Scarborough may be eligible for inclusion.)

First Year:
BIO120H1; plus 1.5 first year Social Science credits

Second Year:
1. ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1; FOR200H1, FOR201H1
2. 1.0 credit from ANT204H1; ECO220Y1, ECO227Y1; GGR270H1; INS201Y1; STA221H1; ENV221H1, ENV222H1; PHL273H1; STA220H1, STA255H1

Third Year:
FOR305H1; 1.0 credit from FOR300H1, FOR301H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1; EEB321H1

Fourth Year:
FOR400Y1

An additional 1.0 credit can be taken from any 3rd or 4th year elective listed above or under the Forest Conservation Specialist (Arts Program).

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.

Forest Conservation Science Major (Science Program) - ASMAJ1102

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(8.0 credits, including at least 2.0 credits at the 300-level and 1.0 credit at the 400-level; other equivalent and approved courses offered by other Faculties, University of Toronto Mississauga or University of Toronto Scarborough may be eligible for inclusion.)

First Year:
BIO120H1; plus 2.5 first year Science credits ( JEG100H1, GGR101H1, CHM135H1, CHM136H1 recommended)

Second Year:
FOR200H1, FOR201H1; 1.0 credit from ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1, ENV237H1, ENV238H1, GGR201H1, GGR203H1, GGR205H1, GGR206H1, GGR223H1, GGR272H1, GGR273H1, BIO220H1

Third Year:
FOR305H1; 1.5 credits from FOR300H1, FOR301H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1, EEB321H1

Fourth Year:
FOR400Y1

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.

Forest Biomaterials Science Minor (Science Program) - ASMIN1098

Enrolment Requirements:

Enrolment in the Forest Biomaterials Science Minor is being administratively suspended as of 1 October 2020 and no new students will be admitted thereafter. Students presently enrolled in the Minor will be able to complete the program requirements as described below.

Completion Requirements:

The Forest Biomaterials major or minor may be strengthened by an accompanying major or minor(s) in Biology (major, minor), Biochemistry (major), Forest Conservation (major, minor) , Chemistry (major, minor), Environmental Chemistry (minor), Materials Chemistry (minor) or Environment & Science (major, minor).

Questions about the program should be submitted to programs@daniels.utoronto.ca.

(4.0 credits, including at least 1.5 credits at the 300-level and 1.0 credit at the 400-level)

1. 1.5 credits from BIO120H1; MSE101H1; ECO105Y1; CHM135H1, CHM136H1, CHM220H1; FOR200H1; ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1; MGT201H1
2. FOR300H1, FOR310H1; 0.5 credit from ENV350H1; MSE219H1, MSE316H1; FOR305H1, BCH370H1; GGR348H1
3. 1.0 credit from FOR401H1, FOR405H1, FOR410H1, FOR420H1, FOR423H1

Forest Conservation Minor (Arts Program) - ASMIN1100

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(4.0 credits)

First Year: 1.0 credit from ANT100Y1; ECO101H1, ECO102H1; ENV200H1; GGR101H1, JEG100H1

Higher Years: 3.0 credits from FOR200H1, FOR201H1, FOR300H1, FOR301H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR305H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1, FOR400Y1, FOR401H1

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.

Forest Conservation Science Minor (Science Program) - ASMIN1102

Enrolment Requirements:

This is an open enrolment program. A student who has completed 4.0 credits may enrol in the program.

Completion Requirements:

(4.0 credits, including at least 1.0 credit at the 300-level and 1.0 credit at the 400-level)

First Year: 1.0 credit from BIO120H1; GGR101H1; CHM135H1, CHM136H1

Second Year: FOR200H1, FOR201H1

Third Year: 1.0 credit from FOR300H1, FOR301H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR305H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1

Fourth Year: FOR400Y1

To substitute courses not currently on offer, please contact the Forestry Undergraduate Administrator to discuss course options from other departments.


Forest Conservation and Forest Biomaterials Science Courses

FOR199H1 - Trees in Architecture and Urban Design

Hours: 24L

Most depictions of “cities of the future” are a fusion of buildings and forests. Is this happening? If not, why not? This course bridges the disciplines of forestry, architecture, and landscape and urban design to examine the evolving role of trees in human habitations. The course will survey designs incorporating trees on buildings, from the hanging gardens of Babylon to the Bosque Verticale of contemporary Milan, the evolution of urban forestry and urban “green infrastructure”, and history and current policy initiatives and debates. The course will involve site visits and guest lectures in the City of Toronto, readings of both popular and scholarly literature, as well as student design projects and presentations. Restricted to first-year students. Not eligible for CR/NCR option.

Breadth Requirements: Creative and Cultural Representations (1)
Course Experience: University-Based Experience

FOR200H1 - Conservation of Canada's Forests

Hours: 24L

Forest conservation issues in Canada; fundamentals of forest biology and ecology; forest biodiversity; development of forest management philosophy in Canadian forested regions; concepts of sustainability. Sustainable forest management strategies; forest policy and economics in a Canadian context; forest certification; protected areas.

Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR201H1 - Conservation of Tropical and Subtropical Forests

Hours: 24L

The world's major tropical and subtropical forest biomes; prospects for conservation and sustainable management; consequences of different forest development strategies; tropical deforestation and selective logging; agroforestry; biodiversity and non-timber forest products; the fuelwood crisis; large carnivore conservation; ecological, economic and social perspectives.

Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR300H1 - Forest Products in Sustainable Forestry

Hours: 24L/24P

Traditional and non-traditional forest products; wood structure; properties and material attributes; functional characteristics and logistics of wood product industry. Contribution of innovative product development to conservation; adding value; residue use; biorefinery; under-utilized species; wood protection. Forest product certification; eco-labelling; life cycle analysis.

Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: The Physical and Mathematical Universes (5)

FOR301H0 - Field Methods in Forest Conservation

A practical introduction to the field methods used by forest conservationists in Ontario. The overnight field camp portion is approximately seven days taking place during August. Field exercises will provide students with practical training in tree identification, forest ecosystem classification, forest inventory, stand management prescriptions, tree marking, and silvicultural systems. Each student is required to pay an ancillary fee of approximately $663 to cover the costs of transportation, food, and accommodation. Interested students should contact the Forestry Program Administrator to register. Later registrations will be considered if class size permits.

Recommended Preparation: ENV234H1/​ EEB240H1, FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR301H1 - Field Methods in Forest Conservation

A practical introduction to the field methods used by forest conservationists in Ontario. The overnight field camp portion is approximately seven days taking place during August. Field exercises will provide students with practical training in tree identification, forest ecosystem classification, forest inventory, stand management prescriptions, tree marking, and silvicultural systems. Each student is required to pay an ancillary fee of approximately $663 to cover the costs of transportation, food, and accommodation. Interested students should contact the Forestry Program Administrator to register. Later registrations will be considered if class size permits.

Recommended Preparation: ENV234H1/ EEB240H1, FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR302H1 - Societal Values and Forest Management

Hours: 24L

This course will explore the diverse societal values, interests, and perspectives that informs forest management in rural and urban settings. It will examine the social and political environment in which forest management takes place, and the different approaches to balancing social, economic, and environmental objectives in forest management. Topics include Indigenous stewardship and traditional ecological knowledge, climate change, ecosystem services, urban forestry, community forestry, recreation, human health and well-being, biodiversity conservation, equity and environmental justice, and adaptive management.

Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Society and its Institutions (3)

FOR303H1 - Human Dimensions of Global Forests

Hours: 24L

Global forest resources and forest economics; relationships between societies and forests, consumption, trade and valuation of timber and non-timber products; ecosystem services, climate change and forestry, tropical deforestation and softwood lumber dispute.

Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Society and its Institutions (3)

FOR305H1 - Biology of Trees and Forests

Hours: 24L/40P

An overview of the biology of trees and the ecological principles that govern the structure and function of forests. Topics in tree biology will include tree identification, wood anatomy, tree architecture, resource acquisition and allocation, tree growth and mortality. Topics in forest ecology will include resource competition, stand development, species succession, and the cycling of nutrients and energy. This course will include a substantial field and lab component.

Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1, BIO120H1, BIO220H1, BIO251H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR306H1 - Tropical Forest Ecology and Conservation Field Course

Hours: 24P

This course will provide practical experience in tropical forest conservation, introducing tools for rapid assessment of biodiversity, analysis of human use and natural disturbance impacts on forest structure and diversity, and the development of effective forest conservation strategies. See Forestry website for details.

Not eligible for CR/NCR option.

Prerequisite: FOR201H1, FOR301H1 or FOR305H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)
Course Experience: University-Based Experience

FOR307H1 - Forest Insect Ecology & Management

Hours: 24L/24P

Insect identification and ecology, biodiversity and conservation, invasive species, insect-tree interaction, biological control, pesticide use, and integrated pest management.

Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR310H1 - Bioenergy from Sustainable Forest Management

Hours: 24L/12T

Socio-economic, technical, political and environmental issues associated with the utilization of forest biomass (e.g., harvesting residues, thinnings, salvage, short rotation woody crops) for a source of renewable energy.

Recommended Preparation: Completion of at least 5.0 Science credits
Breadth Requirements: Society and its Institutions (3)

FOR400Y1 - Advanced Seminar in Forest Conservation

Hours: 48S

Examination of current and emerging critical issues affecting sustainable management and conservation of global forests. Seminars led by students, faculty and visiting speakers.

Prerequisite: FOR200H1 or FOR201H1 and at least 1.0 credit from: FOR300H1/ FOR301H1/ FOR302H1/ FOR303H1/ FOR305H1/ FOR306H1/ FOR307H1/ FOR310H1; or with permission of the instructor or program administrator
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4), Society and its Institutions (3)

FOR401H1 - Research Paper/Thesis in Forest Conservation

A research project requiring the prior consent of a member of the Department to supervise the project. Individual in-depth student research projects on significant forest conservation and forest biomaterial issues, based on field and/or laboratory research, or literature survey. Not eligible for CR/NCR option. Please contact Program Administrator for further enrollment details.

Prerequisite: 1.0 credit from: FOR300H1, FOR301H1, FOR302H1, FOR303H1, FOR305H1, FOR306H1, FOR307H1, FOR310H1 or with supervisor or program administrator approval

FOR403H1 - Directed Readings

Hours: 24S

Requires the prior consent of a member of the Department to supervise the readings and assignments. Provides opportunities for students to carry out an individual in-depth study of current forest conservation and forest biomaterials issues. Please contact the Program Administrator for further enrollment details. Not eligible for CR/NCR option.

Prerequisite: 1.0 credit from: FOR300H1/ FOR301H1/ FOR302H1/ FOR303H1/ FOR305H1/ FOR306H1/ FOR307H1/ FOR310H1 or Supervisor or Program Administrator approval

FOR404H1 - Arboriculture

Hours: 24L

The management and care of individual trees in the places we live, work, and play, from rural communities to urban centres, is critical to protecting human life and property, and to maximizing the many social, environmental, and economic benefits that trees provide. Students will develop a professional level of knowledge and skills in arboriculture expected of tree care professionals like arborists and urban foresters, including: tree biology, tree identification and selection, soil management, installation and establishment, pruning, diagnosis and treatment, trees and construction, tree risk management, safe work practices, and urban forestry. Emphasis will be placed on application, real-world scenarios, and problem-based learning. Professionalism, ethics, career pathways and professional development will also be covered.

Prerequisite: FOR305H1 
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)
Course Experience: University-Based Experience

FOR410H1 - Bioenergy and Biorefinery Technology

Hours: 24L/24T

Technological advances and approaches in deriving biofuels and chemical feedstocks from forest and other biomass. Fundamental chemical attributes of biomass, as they affect the fuel value and potential for deriving liquid, solid and gaseous fuels and valuable chemicals for other applications will be discussed.

Prerequisite: 10.0 credits
Exclusion: FOR425H1 (APSC)
Recommended Preparation:


Breadth Requirements: The Physical and Mathematical Universes (5)

FOR413H1 - Wildlife Ecology & Conservation

Hours: 24L

Temperate and tropical wildlife ecology and conservation; roles of wildlife in forest conservation; impacts of forestry practices and landscape modification on wildlife; ecology and viability of wildlife populations; human uses and abuses of game and non-game species.

Prerequisite: FOR200H1, FOR201H1, EEB319H1, EEB321H1, EEB323H1, EEB324H1, ENV234H1 + Completion of 15.0 credits
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR416H1 - Green Urban Infrastructure

Hours: 24L

Trees in and around the city are key to providing multiple engineered and ecological services that only recently have been brought into the responsible fiscal planning of every municipality around the globe. Reviews the role of trees and woodlands in providing environmental, social and economic benefits to urban and peri-urban residents and to the broader environment. Examines approaches to the characterization of urban forest ecosystems, and their planning and management.

Prerequisite: Completion of 4.0 credits
Exclusion: FOR421H1 (APSC)
Recommended Preparation: FOR200H1, FOR201H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR417H1 - Agroforestry

Hours: 24L

This course explores the roles of trees and forests in agricultural land-use systems and examines the biological and management aspects of agroforestry. The sustainability of agroforestry systems is examined within the context of socio-economic constraints, geopolitical forces, and Indigenous perspectives.

Prerequisite: FOR200H1, or FOR201H1 and at least 1.0 credit from: FOR300H1/ FOR301H1/ FOR302H1/ FOR303H1/ FOR305H1/ FOR306H1/ FOR307H1/ FOR310H1 or with permission of the instructor/program administrator
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR418H1 - Urban Forest Conservation Field Camp

Hours: 45L/15P

A ten-day field course examining urban forestry issues in the GTA, southern and eastern Ontario and Quebec. Topics include: urban forest inventories, nursery production, arboricultural techniques, urban woodland management, urban forest health, urban forest administration, urban dendrology, and urban forestry research. Additional fees for field course (e.g. accommodation, food, other within course travel expenses) will apply. See Forestry website for details. Not eligible for CR/NCR option.

Prerequisite: FOR200H1, FOR201H1, or permission of the instructor.
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR419H1 - Forest Fire Behaviour and Management

Hours: 24L/24P

Understanding forest fire activity is important for predicting fire's impact on forests and the wildland-urban interface, as well as understanding the impacts of climate change. Basic principles of forest fuel moisture exchange, fire occurrence and fire behaviour are explored. Emphasis is placed on application of these models to real fire management problems.

Prerequisite: 10.0 credits
Recommended Preparation: FOR303H1
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

FOR420H1 - Green Process Chemistry

Hours: 24L/12T

This course provides an overview of the chemistry of wood and wood materials involving cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, extractives. It also covers some reaction chemistry associated with these chemical components.

Recommended Preparation: Completion of at least 10.0 Science credits
Breadth Requirements: The Physical and Mathematical Universes (5)

FOR423H1 - Sustainable Materials Design and Manufacturing

Hours: 24L/24T

This course focuses on the manufacturing processes, properties and uses of wood and agricultural fibre based products including wood based composites, ligno-cellulosic/thermoplastic composites and structural or engineered composites, and the practical use of these products in design.

Prerequisite: 10.0 credits
Exclusion: FOR424H1 (APSC)
Breadth Requirements: Living Things and Their Environment (4)

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