Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Understand the concept of SFM and its global and national context, historical and current.
2. Demonstrate an appreciation of how the SFM paradigm has influenced forest management.
3. Identify the key components of successful third party forest certification schemes and exhibit specific understanding of the major schemes in operation currently.
4. Differentiate between SFM and certification and critique whether certification is relevant to achieve SFM.
5. Discuss in detail the application of types of forest certification in Irish forests and timber processing entities.
6. Research topics & communicate findings to others.