Courses

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Lab biology and forest ecology to the growing, harvesting, and regeneration of trees. The participants in this course will apply their knowledge of forest soils, forest ecology, photo interpretation, silvics, and forest measurements with an aim to developing strategies for forest regeneration success. Studies focus on the application of ecological description and classification, determination of site potential and limitation, and management of forest cover to meet a defined objective.

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This course is a continuation of NRFT 131 and covers the practical application of timber cruising in compliance with the government Cruising Manual. Students use class field data taken from NRFT 131 and compile the data into a comprehensive cruise report to provide an understanding of the compilation procedures. The course will also cover decay, waste, and breakage. Introduction of the BC Metric Log Scaling and grading system, and weight scaling procedures will also be covered.

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Lab timer cruising in compliance with the BC Forest Service Cruising Manual. Students use field data taken from NRFT 131 and compile the data into a comprehensive cruise report by using the manual method to provide an understanding of the compilation procedures, and also by using computer software. This course also introduces students to the BC Metric Log Scaling and grading system, and weight scaling procedures.

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This course provides the student with a basic knowledge of forest engineering practice in the field of forest road design, construction, maintenance, and deactivation. Other topics include soil classification, watershed assessment, survey and design of drainage structure, and Forest and Range Practices Act and associated regulations. Emphasis is placed on field procedures and microcomputer design applications.

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Lab knowledge of forest engineering practice in the field of forest road design, construction, maintenance, and deactivation. Other topics include soil classification, watershed assessment, survey and design of drainage structure, and Forest and Range Practices Act and associated regulations. Emphasis is placed on field procedures and microcomputer design applications.

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This course introduces the students to the fundamentals of business and finance related to natural resource land management. Topics include business ownership, methods of financing businesses, financial statements and analysis, loans and interest calculations, break-even analysis, resource valuation and contract administration.

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Lab fundamentals of business and finance related to natural resource land management. Topics include business ownership, methods of financing businesses, financial statements and analysis, loans and interest calculations, break-even analysis, resource valuation and contract administration.

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This course examines the role of forest health factors in ecosystem structure and function and their impacts on forest resources and values. Identification, recognition, impacts, ecological role, economic importance and evaluation/management techniques for provincially significant diseases, insects, mammal damage, and abiotic injuries are studied.

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Lab factors in ecosystem structure and function and their impacts on forest resources and values. Identification, recognition, impacts, ecological role, economic importance and evaluation/management techniques for provincially significant diseases, insects, mammal damage, and abiotic injuries are studied.

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A computer based course exploring the principles and practices of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Emphasis is given to the processes involved in the digital mapping and spatial analysis with GIS. Topics include georeferencing, data acquisition and input, data analysis and processing, digital terrain model, and data output. Laboratory exercises will complement the theory presented in the lectures.

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Lab principle, concepts, and uses of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. Emphasis is given to the processes involved in the digital mapping and spatial analysis with GIS. Topics include geo-referencing, data acquisition and input, data analysis and processing, and data output. Laboratory exercises will complement the theory presented in the lectures.

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A continuation of the study of silviculture. This course starts with a focus on building silviculture prescriptions based on an understanding of management objectives. Considerations of each step in prescribing basic silviculture activities are covered. Silviculture surveys used to determine basic free growing outcomes to a provincial government standard will be studied. Standards of due diligence and ethical practice will be emphasized.

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Lab I, to develop strategies for forest regeneration success, this course starts with studies on methods of forest establishment. First topics are preparation methods, followed by aspects of seed collection, tree improvement and nursery practices. Planting and stand tending are studied in so far as they support basic silviculture practices and the successful establishment of a forest. Silviculture prescriptions (site plans) will be outlined and milestone surveys will be completed. Students will be able to establish silviculture survey plots and determine basic free growing outcomes to a provincial standard. Standards of due diligence and ethical practice will be emphasized.

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This course provides the student with an introduction to the common harvesting systems and methods used in British Columbia. The topics include the principles of sustainable development in forest practice, evaluation of site and recommendation of harvesting system, harvesting planning, harvesting budget, log transportation, and safety management.

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Lab introduction to the common harvesting systems and methods used in British Columbia. The topics include the principles of sustainable development in forest practice, evaluation of site and recommendation of harvesting system, harvesting planning, harvesting budget, log transportation, and safety management.

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A capstone course focusing on applied research and communication, showcasing skills that are developed across the program curriculum. Students will undertake an exercise in basic applied research, developing a hypothesis, collecting data to test a hypothesis, completing an analysis and finally drawing conclusions. Real world situations will be explored with a focus on natural resources.

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This course is an intensive one-week (including weekends) field exercise in which students are exposed to a range of forestry practices and activities in different parts of BC from the interior to the BC lower coast. Field activities will involve exercises, observation, and analysis of research facilities, forestry operations and manufacturing facilities.

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This course provides an opportunity to observe natural and managed, forested and non-forested ecosystems in an international setting. Seminar topics will include an overview of natural resources, forest ecosystem management, and how the host country balances stakeholders' demands with maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health. Students will have an opportunity to compare and contrast the host country's forest land management practices with practices in British Columbia. Seminars on the host country's culture and history and participation in a variety of socio-cultural activities will also occur.

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This course is designed to provide students with a basic foundation in the study of politics, government and society. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the complex world of politics, in order to develop the skills required to critically assess questions related to ideology, social justice, political organization, government policies and decisions. By learning about the essential concepts of politics, and the processes of government, students will develop the skills to be engaged yet critical citizens. Although much of the emphasis will be on Canadian politics, we will be focusing on political developments in other parts of the world.

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Level 1 Automotive Service Technician - Harmonized