College of Forestry - Oregon State University
College of Forestry - Oregon State University
College of Forestry - Oregon State University
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Teaching<br />
Forest Science<br />
The Department <strong>of</strong> Forest Science <strong>of</strong>fers graduate programs leading to the Master <strong>of</strong> <strong>Forestry</strong> (M.F.),<br />
Master <strong>of</strong> Science (M.S.), and Doctor <strong>of</strong> Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. Graduate study is structured for<br />
students interested in research and teaching careers or in specialized areas <strong>of</strong> forest practice. The emphasis<br />
is on defining and solving problems related to forest ecosystems and management. Our students<br />
come from varied backgrounds. Some have undergraduate degrees in forestry, while others are trained<br />
in related biological fields. All students are required to achieve competency in specific areas <strong>of</strong> forest<br />
science and related subjects through undergraduate or graduate courses, independent study, or other<br />
means determined by each student’s graduate committee. All graduates must be versed in broad aspects<br />
<strong>of</strong> forest science as well as in their own area <strong>of</strong> specialization.<br />
Areas <strong>of</strong> concentration: Agr<strong>of</strong>orestry/Sustainable <strong>Forestry</strong>, Forest Biology, Forest Ecology, Forest<br />
Genetics, Forest Tree Physiology, Integrated Forest Protection, Silviculture, Silviculture/Harvesting<br />
Systems<br />
Wood Science & Engineering<br />
The graduate programs in Wood Science prepare a new generation <strong>of</strong> scientists, engineers, business<br />
persons, and practitioners to meet the global challenges <strong>of</strong> sustaining societies, natural resources, and<br />
human well-being. Our programs are diverse and multidisciplinary, supported by a broad spectrum <strong>of</strong><br />
faculty skills and key partnerships with science, engineering, and business faculty on campus. Many<br />
graduate students pursue dual-major degrees in those programs. Career opportunities for graduates<br />
have never been better, especially in an industry that is transforming itself within an expanding global<br />
economy. A coming generational transition in industry, government service, and academic personnel<br />
also creates new opportunities for well-educated pr<strong>of</strong>essionals to inspire and guide future change.<br />
Areas <strong>of</strong> concentration: Biodeterioration and Wood Preservation, Forest Products Marketing, Materials<br />
Science, Process Modeling and Analysis, Scanning Technology/Computer-Aided Processing, Timber<br />
Engineering and Structural Design, Transport Processes in Wood, Wood Anatomy and Quality, Wood<br />
and Adhesives Chemistry, Wood Drying and Moisture Relations<br />
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