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what you need to know

Students are expected to:
  • Identify common trees without a key and identify specific or unusual species of trees or shrubs through the use of a key
  • Understand forest ecology concepts and factors affecting them, including the relationship between soil and forest types, tree communities, regeneration, competition, and succession
  • Understand the cause/effect relationship of factors affecting tree growth and forest development (climate, insects, microorganisms, etc.)
  • Understand how wildlife habitat relates to forest communities, forest species, forest age structure, snags and den trees, availability of food, and riparian zones
  • Understand the value of trees in urban and suburban settings and factors affecting their health and survival
  • Understand how the following issues are affected by forest health and management: biological diversity, forest fragmentation, air quality, fire, and recreation
  • Understand basic forest management concepts and tools such as: how various silvicultural practices are utilized, the use of tree measuring devices, and best management practices
  • Identify complex factors which influences forest management decisions (economics, social, and ecological)
  • Apply silviculture concepts and methods to develop general management recommendations for a particular situation and management goals

study guide

Resources for Study Material

past tests

2012
2013
2014
2016
2017
2018
2019
Answer Key (2012-2019)
1989-2005 Tests
2022​
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