Course overview
During this course you’ll develop basic practical skills and receive an introduction and insight into the woodland and tree care industries, as well as basic estate and habitat management skills – all with conservation in mind.During this course you’ll develop basic practical skills and receive an introduction and insight into the woodland and tree care industries, as well as basic estate and habitat management skills – all with conservation in mind. The course is very practical and involves work in local Forestry Commission and private estate woodlands. You’ll also work in the College sawmill and timber processing area, learning how to operate different types of machinery to produce timber and timber products for use around the College grounds and estate.Topics coveredSafe and effective working practices in land-based industriesPreparing to work in the land-based industriesIdentify plants, trees and habitatHabitat managementAssist with the transport of maintenance of tools and equipmentMaintenance of structures and surfaces in the countrysideCarry out tractor operationsAssist with the establishment of plant and sites in the countrysideMaths and English skills
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