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Felling techniquesLaajuus (3 cr)

Code: NM13VA01

Credits

3 op

Objective

The student
- can perform motor-manual felling safely
- can take into account various requirements when processing timber
- can perform basic service on chainsaws
- is familiar with how small-scale timber harvesting is planned and implemented

Content

Lectures on felling technique and chainsaw work
How to plan your work with the chainsaw?
Occupational Safety Instructions for chainsaw work
Short review of timber assortments and bucking of logs
Demonstration of work techniques for chainsaw work
Practical training with chainsaw in the field
Service of the chainsaw in the field and indoor

Qualifications

No previous knowledge is required

Enrollment

09.01.2023 - 12.01.2023

Timing

12.01.2023 - 28.04.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Bioeconomy

Teaching languages
  • Svenska
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in bioeconomy
Teachers
  • Ulf Nyholm
Teacher in charge

Johnny Sved

Groups
  • BE21DA-E
    Agrolog (YH), h21, Bioekonomi, dagstudier

Objective

The student
- can perform motor-manual felling safely
- can take into account various requirements when processing timber
- can perform basic service on chainsaws
- is familiar with how small-scale timber harvesting is planned and implemented

Content

Lectures on felling technique and chainsaw work
How to plan your work with the chainsaw?
Occupational Safety Instructions for chainsaw work
Short review of timber assortments and bucking of logs
Demonstration of work techniques for chainsaw work
Practical training with chainsaw in the field
Service of the chainsaw in the field and indoor

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

No previous knowledge is required