Forest Resources Management - Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Forest Resources Management from Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a Campus Bachelor Forestry degree that prepares you for a Science career. What will I study? Forest Resources Management emphasizes skills in tree identification, forest ecology and ecosystems, fire management, forest measurements, silviculture, watershed management , forest economics, as well as hands-on field experience in forest resource management in both Appalachiann and Central Hardwoods forests . Many students take additional coursework in wildlife ecology and management . Graduates are employed as forestry professionals across the United States in federal, state, and private endeavors. The SIUC undergraduate Forestry curriculum is accredited by the Society of American Foresters, and all specializations lead to a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry. What facilities are at SIU? Located within ten miles of the SIU Campus are a national wildlife refuge, two state parks, four recreational lakes, and a national forest. The 270,000 acre Shawnee National Forest , in particular, provides students with a wealth of hands-on experiences in a natural setting. In addition, SIUC maintains a variety of lab and greenhouse facilities where students study soil and forest ecosystem processes. All forestry students spend ample time in the field as part of their coursework. All students are required to participate in summer field study courses. You will learn directly from foresty management professionals and get a first hand look at the challenges and rewards of a career in forestry. What are my career opportunities? Career opportunities are excellent for graduates trained in forestry. Forest Resource Management will allow you to combine your interest in natural resources with your desire for an exciting and rewarding career. Forestry graduates specializing in Forest Resoruces Management are prepared to work as: field forester for state and federal natural resources management agencies; wildland fire fighter/manager; consultant to private forest landowners; natural resource conservationist; forest restorationist; procurement forester for forest industry; or pursue graduate studies in forestry and natural resources What organizations can I join? Students in Forest Resources Management have the opportunity to be involved in various student organizations including: Saluki Heritage Interpreters Society of American Foresters Forestry Club Fire Dawgs American Water Resources Association Xi Sigma Pi, the National Forestry Honor Society Alpha Gamma Rho Sigma Alpha Agbassadors View more details on Southern Illinois University Carbondale . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Forestry courses.