Course Overview
The course covers manufacturing techniques used and economics of the secondary wood processing industry in BC. Topics include the classifications of the secondary industry, BC specific species applications, products produced, machinery used, issues related to the success in this industry segment including material supply, and economic analysis of value added manufacturing options.
Prerequisite(s)
- Wood 2140 and completion of all Tier 2 courses.
Credits
2.5
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Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course the student will be able to:
- Categorize value-added wood processing.
- Describe the scope of the secondary wood products industry.
- Identify specialty wood products.
- Describe the myriad secondary manufacturing processes.
- Select appropriate processes for product manufacture.
- Perform economic analysis of secondary wood products manufacturing options.
Effective as of Fall 2007
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