Forestry Work Skills I

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

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This subject introduces students to field techniques, tools and report writing as required in the forestry sector. Students also gain experience working in field situations, supervising work crews and managing projects.

On completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to describe and comment on the major tasks performed;

• have gained an insight into working as a member of a team and supervising a team working in a forest;

• understand the process of project development, completion and reporting;

• understand occupational health and safety issues and responsibilities in forests; and

• be able to prepare and write a report.

Forest skills developed during the subject should include:

• hand tools, mechanical tools, first aid, occupational health and safety, environmental care and chemical handling, surveying, measurement, mapping and remote area skills;

• project management, coordination and reporting;

• supervision skills, team work and group dynamics; and

• report preparation and time management.

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This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Environments
• Bachelor of Music

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

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