The Forest Machine Management microcredential equips students with the technical and operational expertise to manage modern timber harvesting systems. Designed for College of Forestry students, this on-campus microcredential emphasizes hands-on learning and applied engineering analysis. Learners gain practical experience in harvest planning, equipment operation and performance evaluation of both cable and ground-based systems.
Skills:
- Machine Operation
- Mechanical Analysis
- Software Utilization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Forestry Equipment
- Behavior-Based Safety
How to earn the Microcredential:
- Must be a current degree-seeking undergraduate student at OSU Corvallis campus
- Interested students must complete and submit the Microcredential Request form
- Questions? Contact Director of Advising Nicole Kent or Kevin Lyons, the Wes Lematta Professor of Forestry Engineering and director of the Mechanized Harvesting Laboratory.