Hardwood Sawmilling
5 Credit CertificateProgram Description
This unique certificate prepares learners for hands-on, in-demand positions within the hardwood lumber industry. This short 4-week certificate will help launch you into a life-long, rewarding career. All classes are taught in person and utilize Northcentral Technical College’s 27,000 square foot state-of-the-art Wood Technology Center of Excellence.
Financial Aid
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to…
- Scale, grade and value hardwood logs
- Breakdown logs, edge and trim lumber to maximize profits
- Identify species for hardwood lumber and logs
- Inspect hardwood lumber applying NHLA grading rules
Careers
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
- Trimsaw & Edger Operator
- Head Sawyer
- Production Supervisor
- Quality Control Technician
- Hardwood Log Grader/Scaler
- Hardwood Lumber Inspector
Courses
The Hardwood Sawmilling Certificate is a 5 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
Additional Information
This program will next run:
June 1 – 25, 2021
This program will provide training on the following topics:
- Hardwood lumber inspection
- Sawing, edging and trimming to maximize profits
- Hardwood log scaling and grading
- Species identification for hardwood lumber and logs
Admissions Process
Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions while submitting your application.
Before you apply, you should know
If you are enrolling yourself or multiple employees on behalf of a business/employer, please use the Business Application Form.
Fill out our application
The application can be submitted online and takes just a few minutes to complete.
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We’ll review your application and let you know if we need anything else. If you’re all set, your acceptance letter will be mailed to you.