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Foundational Standards

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.

Safety

Identify potential hazards to individuals working in Alabama forests.

Describe methods of avoiding potential hazards in Alabama forests.

History

Describe historical events that have influenced forestry in Alabama and the United States.

Dendrology

Describe the parts of a tree and their functions.

Identify common tree species of Alabama by their common and scientific names.

Compare and contrast characteristics of hardwood and softwood trees, and gymnosperms and angiosperms.

Silviculture Practices

Compare and contrast artificial and natural reforestation methods.

Identify sources of tree seedlings.

Describe proper methods for the handling and care of seedlings.

Compare methods of hand and mechanical planting of seedlings, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each method.

Obtain and share information on the importance of prescribed burning.

Compare and contrast habitats of major forest species in Alabama.

Explain the various management objectives of forest landowners.

Identify factors that should be considered before establishing a forest.

Compare methods of harvesting timber, including clear, selection, shelterwood, and seed tree cutting.

Protection of Forests

Describe types of forest fires and explain the methods of controlling them.

Describe the concepts and methods involved in scheduling and conducting controlled burns.

Identify the major insects and diseases that damage forest trees in Alabama and explain methods of controlling them.

Identify undesirable and invasive plant species and explain methods of controlling them.

Research and share information about conservation easements, land trusts, and other means of preserving forests and other wild areas.

Forestry Equipment

Identify types of tree-harvesting equipment and explain their uses.

Demonstrate the use of forestry hand tools, including pruning saws, bow saws, loppers, and brush cutters.