OCG - Forestry

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Unit A   Developing Leadership Skills in Agriculture

 

Lesson 1. Planning and Organizing an FFA Meeting

Student Learning Objectives:. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain how to plan a meeting and develop the order of business.
2. Describe how to set up the meeting room.
3. Explain the parliamentary procedure used in an FFA meeting.

 

Lesson 2. Developing an Awareness for Your Community

Student Learning Objectives:. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe the meaning and importance of community service.
2. List and identify community service organizations.
3. Explain how FFA members can be involved with community

    improvement and development.                          

 

Lesson 3. State FFA Degree

Student Learning Objectives:. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. List the requirements for the State FFA Degree.
2. Explain how a FFA member can obtain the State FFA Degree.

 

Unit B   Supervised Experience in Agriculture

                               

                                Lesson 1. Keeping and Using SAE Records

Student Learning Objectives: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain how SAE records are organized.
2. Identify the procedures to making entries in the SAE records.
3. Explain how to summarize and analyze the SAE records.

 

                                                Lesson 2. Making Long Range Plans for Expanding SAE Programs

Student Learning Objective: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

:                                               1. Identify the factors that should be considered in expanding an  SAE program.

2. Explain how placement and ownership SAE programs may be expanded.

 

 

Unit C:   Introduction to Forestry

                               

Lesson 1—Defining Forests

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Define a forest.
2. Explain the importance of forests.
3. Identify the types of forests.
4. Describe the uses of forests.
5. Identify the major forest regions of the United States.

 

Lesson 2—Understanding Forest Ecology

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Define forest ecology.
2. Identify the components of forest ecosystems.
3. Explain the processes and relationships of natural ecosystems.
4. Describe the interrelationships between trees and environmental factors.

 

 

Lesson 3—Recognizing the Importance of Forests

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the importance of forests.
2. Identify the beneficial influences of trees.
3. Describe the economic importance of forests.
4. Explain the importance of urban forestry.

 

Lesson 4—Recognizing Important Tree Species and Their Products

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain tree taxonomy.
2. Describe hardiness zones and their importance.
3. Explain tree identification.
4. Identify major species of trees and their characteristics.

 

 

Unit D:   Tree Growth and Development

                               

Lesson 1—Examining the Structures of a Tree

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify the major parts of a tree.
2. Explain the functions of the various parts of a tree.

 

Lesson 2—Understanding the Growth and Decline of Forest Trees

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the processes of photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration.
2. Explain how trees reproduce.

 

Lesson 3—Identifying Diseases and Pests of Forest Trees

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe the major categories of insect pests of forest trees.
2. Describe the major categories of disease problems of forest trees.
3. Describe management techniques for controlling insect and disease pests in

    forest trees.

 

 

Unit E:   Forest Management

 

Lesson 1—Identifying the Role of Government in Forest Management

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the history of the National Forest Service.
2. Explain the role of the National Forest Service.

 

Lesson 2—Measuring Trees

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe the common units of measure used in forestry.
2. Explain how to determine the diameter of a standing tree.
3. Explain how to measure the height of standing trees.

 

 

 

 

 

Lesson 3—Measuring Timber Stands

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain how to calculate board feet.
2. Explain how to measure basal area in standing trees.
3. Explain how to determine tree volume.

 

Lesson 4—Understanding the Role of Fire in Forest Management

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the purpose of prescribed fire.
2. Describe the different types of forest fires.
3. Identify sources of forest fires.
4. Explain the fire triangle.
5. Explain various factors that effect fire behavior.

 

Lesson 5—Harvesting Forest Trees

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify the major activities involved in harvesting forest trees.
2. Compare and contrast the various types of harvest cuttings.
3. Identify the important factors affecting tree-felling outputs.
4. Identify the factors involved in tree skidding.
5. Identify the different types of harvesting equipment.

 

Lesson 6—Examining Reforestation Practices

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify methods of reforestation.
2. Identify sources of tree seedlings.
3. Explain tree planting guidelines.
4. Explain how to care for and plant a seedling.

 

Lesson 7—Applying Safe Practices in Forest Management

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify potential hazards in forest management.
2. Identify safety equipment used in forest management.

 

 

Unit F:   Forest Products

                                Lesson 1—Identifying Forest Products and Uses

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe forestry.
2. Identify forest products.
3. Identify the uses of forest products.

 

Lesson 2—Understanding the Characteristics of Wood

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe the chemical characteristics of wood.
2. Describe the physical characteristics of wood.
3. Identify hardwoods and softwoods according to wood characteristics.

 

 

 

 

 

Lesson 3—Processing Forest Products

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the harvesting and the logging plan of forest products.
2. Identify the logging activities.
3. Describe the processing of forest products.

 

Lesson 4—Protecting and Preserving Wood

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the principal causes of wood deterioration.
2. Identify commercial and noncommercial wood preservatives.
3. Identify naturally durable woods.
4. Describe preservatives used for wood.
5. Explain the non-pressure preservative treating processes.

 

 

Unit G:  Urban Forestry

                               

Lesson 1—Defining Urban Forestry

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Define urban forestry.
2. Explain the benefits of an urban forests and urban trees.
3. Describe various aspects of urban forest management.

 

Lesson 2—Selecting Trees for Urban Growing Conditions

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Understand the types of trees.
2. Explain how climate influences tree selection.
3. Identify factors in selecting trees for the urban environment.

 

Lesson 3—Transplanting Trees

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify methods of harvesting trees.
2. Explain recommended tree planting techniques.
3. Describe post-planting care of trees.

 

Lesson 4—Pruning Trees in Urban Settings

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify reasons for pruning urban trees.
2. Describe how to prune trees safely.
3. Explain how trees close their wounds.
4. Identify tools used in pruning trees.

 

Unit H:  Wetlands

                               

Lesson 1—Exploring Wetlands

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Define wetlands.
2. Explain the government regulations regarding wetlands.

 

 

 

 

Lesson 2—Determining the Importance of Wetlands

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain why wetlands are important.
2. Identify uses of wetlands.

 

Lesson 3—Understanding Wetland Ecology

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the wetland classification system.
2. Describe freshwater wetlands.
3. Describe saltwater wetlands.

 

Lesson 4—Establishing Wetlands

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Identify ways wetlands are created.
2. Explain how water is supplied and filtered in a wetland.
3. Define wetland enhancement.
4. Explain wetland restoration.

 

Lesson 5—Maintaining Wetlands

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain how wetlands can be managed.
2. Explain how wetlands can be damaged.

 

Unit I:  Orienteering

 

Lesson 1— Compass and pacing

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Demonstrate how to measure an area using your pace.
2. Demonstrate how to take an azimuth reading with a compass.
3. Demonstrate how to take a bearing with a compass.

 

Lesson 2— Mapping

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the symbols that may be found on a map legend.
2. Proper use a map to find a specific location.
3. Develop a map to a given area using compass and pacing skills.

Lesson 3— GIS and GPS

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

4. Explain the use of a geographic information system (GIS) as it applies to forestry.
5. Explain the use of a global positioning system (GPS) as it applies to forestry.
6. List the benefits of GIS and GPS.

 

 

Unit J  Developing Communication Skills

Lesson 1—Introduction to Communication

Student Learning Objectives: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Define communication and explain its purpose.
2. Identify the components of the communication process.
3. Identify the five different levels of communication.
4. Explain the barriers of successful communication.
5. Explain the relationship between communication and leadership.

 

Lesson 2—Organizing and Presenting a Persuasive Message

Student Learning Objectives: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the steps in preparing a persuasive message.
2. Describe delivery techniques in a persuasive message.

 

Lesson 3—Using Communication Skills In Appropriate Situations

Student Learning Objectives: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Understand the role of communication skills in the workplace.
2. Understand how to present a problem to a supervisor.
3. Identify the techniques used in requesting information from a

                    supervisor.

4. Explain the role of written communication in an agribusiness.

 

Unit K  Gaining Employment

 

Lesson 1—Developing Goals

Student Learning Objectives: Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the process of goal setting.
2. Describe the terms and types of goals.
3. Explain some aspects of effective goals.

 

Lesson 2—Finding a Job

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Describe information sources for job opportunities.
2. Develop a system to evaluate job openings.

 

Lesson 3—Applying for a Job

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain how to research a job opportunity.
2. Describe two methods of applying for a job.
3. Identify the common types of information requested on a job application form.

 

Lesson 4—Writing a Résumé and Letter of Application

Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:

1. Explain the purpose of a résumé.
2. List the main items that should be included in a résumé.
3. Describe the purpose of a letter of application and its primary elements.

Required Instructional Materials and Resources: (List required materials including SDOC provided textbooks, including any fees that apply, etc.)

• 3 ring notebook with paper
• Notebook dividers
• Signed parent form  

Optional Materials and Resources:

RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOK:

Forests and Forestry – Prentice Hall / Interstate

            OR

Introduction to Forestry Science - Delmar