The Environmental and Forest Biology curriculum includes concentrations in plant science, forest pathology and mycology, entomology, fish and wildlife biology and management, zoology, ecology, pest management and silvics. Career Possibilities Aquatic Biologist, Fisheries Biologist, Plant Ecologist, Soil Conservationist, Wildlife Biologist. Chemistry Program Description Chemistry options include concentrations in biochemistry and natural products chemistry, environmental chemistry, and natural and synthetic polymer chemistry. Career Possibilities Environmental Chemist, Pollution Control Specialist, Polymer Chemist, Toxicologist. This program emphasizes the management of forest lands for the sustained production of timber, forage, wildlife, watershed protection, outdoor recreation and a host of amenity values.
Students can also plan their studies toward a career in environmental fields other than forestry.
Career Possibilities Conservation Coordinator, Environmental Analyst, Hydrologist, Landfill Supervisor, Land Use Specialist, Outdoor Recreation Planner, Park Manager, Park Ranger, Soil Conservationist, Soil Scientist, Forester. The Forest Engineering curriculum trains students to improve the supply and beneficial use of forest and related resources. Career Possibilities Hydrologist, Logging Engineer, Solid Waste or Water Resources Engineer, Cartographer, Energy Specialist. The Wood Products Engineering major emphasizes various occupations in heavy construction or in the use of wood as a material. Career Possibilities Construction Engineer, Control Specialist, Estimator, Forest Products Specialist, Lumber Inspector, Plant Manager, Sales Representative, Shipping Coordinator.