Overview
What is Wood Science and Technology at WVU like?
Description
Accredited by the Society of Wood Science and Technology (SWST), our curriculum will prepare you in key skill sets using hands-on cutting-edge technology, innovation in new product development, marketing and manufacturing to work in an ever-growing U.S. forest products industry (including the lumber industry, engineered wood composites, biorefining, renewable materials and sustainable construction).
We are one of only 21 American universities that provide programs specifically designed to educate professionals to manage and provide technical expertise in the industry. The unique nature of the program and the large base of potential employers result in an excellent job market for our graduates.
Wood Science and Technology program highlights:
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At a Glance
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College/School:
Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design -
Division:
School of Natural Resources -
Department:
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Degree Designation:
BS -
Degree Program:
Wood Science and Technology -
Program:
Wood Science and Technology
Next Steps
Interested in this major? Here are some suggested next steps:
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Tailor this major to your interests by taking courses in one of these areas:
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Forest Utilization
Hybrid curriculum that includes a foundation in wood science and a minor in Forest Resources Management. Students in this area are prepared for careers in timber management and sale administration, forest engineering, primary processing of wood products and timber procurement. -
Renewable Materials Marketing
Prepares students for a career in marketing of wood and other renewable materials and products. Specific careers may include retail or wholesale marketing, sales, purchasing or distribution of products. -
Sustainable Low-Rise Residential Construction
Prepares students for careers in management, supervision and specifying of materials for single family and multi-family, low-rise residential (i.e., town houses and 2-3 story apartment buildings) construction. -
Wood Processing
Provides flexibility within the context of a fundamental wood science curriculum by requiring that students complete a minor. Potential careers include, but are not limited to production of wood products, including primary products, architectural woodwork, furniture and cabinets, and composite materials; marketing wood products; design of wood-based building components, and research.