Sawmilling

At the end of this course, the students should be able to: discuss the various types of machines used in log processing; explain the methods of log conservation and conversion; and learn ways of preventing possible accidents in a typical sawmill and while taking safety precautions.

Wood log yard. Grading or sorting of wood. Preservation of logs. Determination of sawing patterns. Sawing of wood. Resawing. Sorting, grading and storage of boards. Production measurements in mills. Mill efficiency. Sawing equipment in the sawmill.