Coastal Log Scaling
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Overview
Immerse yourself in the Coastal Log Scaling program, where you'll gain practical, hands-on experience in the forestry industry. Through a blend of online lectures, guided home study, and in-field practice, you’ll master weight scaling procedures, log grading, species identification, and equipment maintenance, all while learning essential safety practices.
This eight-month part-time program prepares you to confidently take the Ministry of Forests’ Coastal Log Scaling Exam. Graduates are equipped for scaling positions across the forestry sector, from government roles to private industry. With both virtual and off-campus lessons, you’ll develop the expertise needed to excel in this critical field.
The field work portion of this program will take place in the Nanaimo area on Saturdays/Sundays for 12 weeks. Students must arrange for their own transportation to Nanaimo. Most of the time will be spent in the field on dry-land log sorts learning and practicing skills.
Supplies
You are responsible for providing:
- caulk boots
- hard hat
- rain gear
- high visibility vest
- note paper
Careers
Log scaling data is used by government and industry to set stumpage fees, administer the annual allowable cut, determine the market value of wood and grant woodlot licenses. Alumni may be employed as log scalers by logging companies, government and other forest-industry organizations.
Costs
Additional fees may also include necessary equipment, supplies, NIC appointed uniforms, or field trips not included in these estimates.
While we do our best to share accurate and timely fee information, changes may occur.