Technical
Training

hardwood grading
timber cruising
log scaling
training in timber grading and timber cruising
lumber grading
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TECHNICAL TRAINING

I can provide clients with training in timber cruising, log scaling, or grading of hardwood trees, logs, or hardwood lumber. I offer training in other specialized topics, including:

1. GPS equipment & software, including the Trimble Geo series, ProXRS, & ProXH, the Pathfinder Office, Terra Snyc, and ArcPad software packages.
2. Use of specialized cruising equipment, including the Lasertech Impulse & TruPulse and the Corvalis Microtech CMT & Allegro data collectors.
3. Use of the SuperAce cruise software.
4. My alternative methods of check cruising, P-3-P variable plot, and ocular stand estimation.
5. Area traversing using time-saving specialty equipment & software including Traverse PC & Survey Pro, the MapStar total station, and GPS equipment.
6. I offer training in "micro" sawmilling, using the Lucas and Petersen portable sawmills.
7. Use of specialized cruising equipment, including the Lasertech Impulse, Mapstar, & TruPulse and the Corvalis Microtech CMT & Allegro data collectors.


My training courses can range from one-day workshops on a specific subject to a complete 15-day comprehensive hardwood grading course, as requested by the client. A comprehensive course includes classroom lecture and training at field sites. Initial training can be conducted online.

I can provide training services at an hourly rate of $70, plus reasonable travel expenses or submit a fixed price bid.