Application of microeconomics to solving forest resource problems. Emphasis on forest products demand and supply analysis, forest products marketing, forest capital theory, and interregional and international trade in forest products. Valuation of nonmarket goods and economics of multiple-use. Application of operations research tools in evaluating forest management alternatives in public and private forest planning. Microcomputer applications are emphasized.
Course is designed for any graduate student in forestry.
Emphasis given to such concepts as motivation, attitudes, conflict, behavior change, satisfaction, and personal and social benefits. 9 credits of Recreation course work required. Experimental, observational, and survey research approaches will be critically examined. Formulation of research questions and strategies of research design will be emphasized. At least one course in statistics required.