Hardwood Sawmilling 5 Credit Certificate
Program Description
The Hardwood Sawmilling 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.
Approximate Cost
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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.
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better. This requirement is effective for students beginning the program in Spring 2021 and beyond.
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This program will next run:
June 6 – July 1, 2022
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