Forest Technician

The following course sequences provide skills necessary for the occupation of

Forest Technician

Description:
Forest technicians compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts, under direction of foresters; train and lead forest workers in forest propagation, fire prevention and suppression. They may assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats, and help provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.

Post-secondary Preparations:
Associate's degree

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Possible Sequences
Agricultural Mechanics and Basic Plant Science 8006 and Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042 — OR — Agricultural Mechanics and Basic Animal Science 8008 and Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042 — OR — Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042 and Natural Resources Business Management V 8044

Possible Sequences

Agricultural Mechanics and Basic Plant Science 8006 and
Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and
Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042

— OR —

Agricultural Mechanics and Basic Animal Science 8008 and
Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and
Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042

— OR —

Introduction to Natural Resources III 8040 and
Forestry, Wildlife, and Soil Management IV 8042 and
Natural Resources Business Management V 8044