Forest mensuration is a subject which deals in its simplest form with forest measurements. Traditionally, these are measurements of trees and stands, or the primary wood products that are harvested from them, and the estimation of growth and yield. Nowadays, the role of forest measurements have become considerably expanded to include measurement associated with wildlife, watersheds, insects and disease, and many other facets of multiple use forestry. Forest mensuration requires a solid background in mathematics, competence in the application of statistics and the use of computers.

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Course Syllabus

Shortcuts and Tips

Using Excel to Create Bar Charts

Linear Regression Using Charts in Excel

Linear Regression Using Data Analysis Option in Excel

Graphing More than One Series in Excel

Using TCRUISE and Solo

Tree Volume Table Generator

Tree Volume Table Generator Documentation