Introduction to Computing Applications in Forestry and Natural Resource Management

Introduction to Computing Applications in Forestry and Natural Resource Management
Author: Jingxin Wang
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2017-09-01
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1351849344

Due to the complexity of operational forestry problems, computing applications are becoming pervasive in all aspects of forest and natural resource management. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to computers and their applications in forest and natural resource management and is designed for both undergraduate and graduate students in forestry and natural resources. It introduces state-of-the-art applications for several of the most important computer technologies in terms of data acquisition, data manipulation, basic programming techniques, and other related computer and Internet concepts and applications. This book consists of six parts and 19 chapters.

Geographic Information Systems

Geographic Information Systems
Author: Michael G. Wing
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780195426106

"Geographic Information Systems are essential technologies for natural resource management. - Geographic Information Systems: Applications in Natural Resource Management is a comprehensive guide and introduces the GIS tools, techniques, and principles necessary for GIS professionals throughout the world. - "Part one provides an overview of the field, from its historical development and basic principles to some common pitfalls and how to avoid them. - Part two explains in detail the essential GIS operations (querying, buffering, clipping, overlay analysis, etc.). Finally, part three discusses current trends and future challenges. - Every chapter includes extensive application questions, and throughout the book 'In Depth' feature boxes encourage readers to delve deeper into key issues and advanced techniques. - A companion website provides sets of GIS data that readers can use to practice the techniques they have learned."--Jacket.

Computer Applications in Sustainable Forest Management

Computer Applications in Sustainable Forest Management
Author: Guofan Shao
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2006-09-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1402043872

This book is the most comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of computer applications in forestry. It is the first text on software for forest management to emphasize integration of computer applications. It also offers important new insights on how to continue advancing computational technologies in forest management. The authors are internationally-recognized authorities in the subjects presented.

Forest and Biomass Harvest and Logistics

Forest and Biomass Harvest and Logistics
Author: Jingxin Wang
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2022-11-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3031129466

This book explains forest and woody biomass harvest, harvesting machines, systems, logistics, supply chain management, best management practices, harvest scheduling and carbon sequestration. It also covers applications of harvesting principles in forest and biomass management practices. The book provides an in-depth understanding of functions and applications of current and future harvesting technologies, the unique characteristics of harvesting machine with respect to cost, productivity, and environmental impacts. Special features include harvest machine illustrations and images of field operations, tabular presentations of filed studies of forest operations and detailed modelling processes for forest and biomass harvest logistics and supply chain management. Specifically, the book is designed for students, researchers, educators, and practitioners in the field of forest and biomass harvest and logistics. The book’s contents have been tested in teaching as the Harvesting Forest Product class for undergraduates and graduates in the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources at West Virginia University since 2000. The information contained in this book is a robust reference resource for students who would be future forest and biomass managers, timber contractors, entrepreneurs, researchers, and educators in the fields of forest and biomass operations, engineering, and resource management.

Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources

Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources
Author: Donald L. Grebner
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 509
Release: 2012-12-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0123869021

Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources presents a broad overview of the profession of forestry. The book details several key fields within forestry, including forest health, economics, policy, utilization, and forestry careers. Chapters deal specifically with forest products and harvesting, recreation, wildlife habitats, tree anatomy and physiology, and ethics. These topics are ideal for undergraduate introductory courses and include numerous examples (mainly graphical) and questions for students to ponder. Unlike other introductory forestry texts, which focus largely on forest ecology rather than practical forestry concepts, Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources encompasses economic, ecological, and social aspects providing a uniquely balanced text. The wide range of experience of the contributing authors equips them especially well to identify missing content from other texts in the area and address topics currently covered in corresponding college courses. - 300 original illustrations including line art, graphs, tables and maps - Syllabus-planning assistance for adopting professors so that they can add the content to their course materials via the companion website's question-and-answer material for each chapter - Contributors are experienced textbook authors with diverse professional backgrounds in forestry

Catalog

Catalog
Author: Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
Publisher:
Total Pages: 56
Release: 1990
Genre: Indians of North America
ISBN:

Graduate & Professional Programs: An Overview 2011 (Grad 1)

Graduate & Professional Programs: An Overview 2011 (Grad 1)
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 4882
Release: 2011-05-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0768930952

An Overview contains more than 2,300 university/college profiles that offer valuable information on graduate and professional degrees and certificates, enrollment figures, tuition, financial support, housing, faculty, research affiliations, library facilities, and contact information. This graduate guide enables students to explore program listings by field and institution. Two-page in-depth descriptions, written by administrators at featured institutions, give complete details on the graduate study available. Readers will benefit from the expert advice on the admissions process, financial support, and accrediting agencies.

Catalogs of Courses

Catalogs of Courses
Author: University of California, Berkeley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 460
Release: 1995
Genre:
ISBN:

Includes general and summer catalogs issued between 1878/1879 and 1995/1997.

Decision Methods for Forest Resource Management

Decision Methods for Forest Resource Management
Author: Joseph Buongiorno
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 459
Release: 2003-02-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0121413608

Decision Methods for Forest Resource Management focuses on decision making for forests that are managed for both ecological and economic objectives. The essential modern decision methods used in the scientific management of forests are described using basic algebra, computer spreadsheets, and numerous examples and applications. Balanced treatment is given throughout the book to the ecological and economic impacts of alternative management decisions in both even-aged and uneven-aged forests. In-depth coverage of both ecological and economic issues Hands-on examples with Excel spreadsheets; electronic versions available on the authors' website Many related exercises with solutions Instructor's Manual available upon request