FORS 260 - Chainsaw and Crosscut Saw Operation and Maintenance

Credit(s): 1

This course is designed to provide the technical knowledge and skills for safely operating and maintaining chainsaws and crosscut saws. (Fall Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Safely operate chainsaws and crosscut saws and identify common safety mistakes made by chainsaw and crosscut sawyers.
Perform a thorough safety sizeup before limbing, brushing, slashing, bucking, and felling operations.
Understand different features of chainsaws and crosscut saws, assess saw performance and perform maintenance as needed, including sharpening chains and teeth.
Perform limbing, bucking, and felling operations using chainsaws and crosscut saws.