Forestry Department
- Associate of Science Degree (A.S.) (94 credits)
- Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) (183-184 credits)
Program Description
The Forestry curriculum provides the opportunity to study forest management, forest measurement technology, wildfire management and related ecological studies. In this program, students may choose one of two options: Forest Management or Wildland Fire Science. The degrees are similar but contain important differences. Refer to each degree plan for specific components required for each degree.
Special Admissions Requirements
Students may need to strengthen math, writing and reading skills with additional coursework upon entering the program, depending on results of the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and consultation with each student on an individual basis with their academic advisor.
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Associate of Science Degree will provide the student with the necessary skills to work as a forest technician within the Reservation area, the U. S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of Wildland Fire Management and other natural resource management organizations.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Associate of Science degree in Forestry, students will:
- Correctly identify trees and forest plants
- Properly apply forest measurement tools and interpret forest inventory information
- Demonstrate critical thinking in analyzing and responding to forestry resource issues
- Ability to communicate Natural Resource issues to a wide variety of audiences