Learn Tree Selection, Establishment and Maintenance
Arboriculture is the cultivation and management of trees and shrubs. It entails an understanding of the biology and science of trees as well as the practical knowhow of tree management. Those who work in this field need to understand about the soils and conditions a tree is growing in, as much as what type of tree it is and how to prune it.
This course is the perfect starting point for people interested in tree culture and care.
You'll learn about tree biology - the different parts of a tree and how it grows, key plant processes like photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration, and factors which affect tree health. You'll also learn to diagnose tree problems and techniques for dealing with those problems. You'll also become familiarised with different types of tree care equipment, their uses, and when to use them.
Course Code: BHT106
Course Duration: 100 hours of self paced studies
What this Course Covers
There are eight lessons in this module, as follows:
1. Introduction to Arboriculture
2. Tree Biology
3. Soils In Relation to Trees
4. Diagnosing Tree Problems
5. Tree Surgery
6. Pruning of Trees
7. Arboriculture Equipment
8. Workplace Health and Safety
Extra Reading
The following books, available through this web site, may be relevant supplementary reading for this course:
- Getting Work in Horticulture
- Trees & Shrubs
Assessment
Self Assessment Tests are presented throughout the course. These are essentially an automated quiz. When you undertake a "SAT" or "Self Assessment Test", you will be able to see what you got correct, and what was incorrect; and in that way, you can identify your weaknesses.
Assignments are given at the end of each lesson. You should complete this assignment, paying careful attention to follow what is asked of you. It can be just as important to learn to work to specification, as it is to learn about the topic you are studying. Graduates who develop a habit of working to specification with vegetable growing, will impress others, and will be more efficient when self employed.
A Final Exam is offered upon satisfactory completion of all assignments. This is optional. If you choose to apply for and do this exam, you will have the possibility of obtaining a "formal credit" or "Pass Certification" for this course. A fee applies. The exam may be sat under prearranged conditions anywhere in the world. This college will award you a formal transcript, upon successful completion of the exam, as proof of your results.
How This Course Could Help You
This course will also help with running or improving an existing garden maintenance or tree care business. It is geared towards people working in :
- Arboriculture industry
- Horticulture parks
- Public and Private gardens
- Forestry
- Landscaping industry
- Rehabilitation of sites
Study this course by itself or along with other arboriculture or horticulture subjects to enhance your understanding of the industry and expand your skills.
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