Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- describe global wood market
- recognize different operators in the supply chain
- describe global opportunities of finish wood industry

Implementation and methods of teaching

Distance learning

Timing and attendance

During spring 2020
As the course is based on distance learning there are lectures, which are also recorded for further reference

Learning material and recommended literature

Course material is largely based on the Sawmilling Handbook (edit Ritva Varis) and corresponding eBook. Moreover there is additional lecture material and recommended reading, compiled by the lecturer. All additional material will be given after lectures.

Exam retakes

There will be an exam at the end of the course. Students will have a week's window to choose to do the exam, for which there are two hours from the start of the exam.

Learning environment

All distance learning

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

It is advantageous if the student has some previous studies in forestry and/or wood technology and/or logistics

Assessment criteria

Assesment is based solely on the test at the end of the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student has not grasped the main topics and concepts of the course.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can explain the basics of Global wood industry

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can compile and group relevant information about Global wood industry and can explain the main trade flows, products and end uses

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student can explain the current and possible future trade flows, new products and market possibilities, as well as market characteristics and how they are linked to supply possibilities