Introduction to Forest Products Industry.

Catalog description

This course is to give students an overview of the forest products industry and its technological base. The raw materials used in pulping and paper making are examined and their availability and use worldwide are discussed. This course also analyzes the principles and main features of the unit processes of pulping and paper making. The main end products and their manufacture in a global perspective are discussed. The structure and specific features of the pulp and paper industry are reviewed and compared between the main producing areas. At least two mill tours are included.