STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Define rangeland

 II.     Define range management

 III.    Explain the origination of range science

 IV.     List and identify types of rangeland

 V.      Define carbohydrate reserves

 VI.     Explain resistance to grazing

 VII.    Explain grazing optimization theories

 VIII.   Explain rangeland ecosystem components and functions

 IX.     Complete vegetational mapping

 X       Determine vegetational attributes

 XI.     Identify range condition

 XII.    Explain the importance of correct stocking rate

 XIII.   Define grazing system terms

 XIV.    List considerations in grazing system selection

 XV.     Explain economics of range livestock production

 XVI.    Describe grazing effects on rangeland wildlife

 XVII.   Describe rangeland hydrology

 XVIII.  Explain grazing impacts on watersheds

 XIX.    Describe timber production and grazing

 XX      Describe recreational use of rangelands

 XXI.    Describe different restoration techniques

 XXII.   List various types of restoration projects

 XXIII.  Construct erosion control structures

 XXIV.   Prepare restoration plan

 XXV.    Demonstrate restoration of a local project

 XXVI.   Describe different revegetation techniques

 XXVII.  List various types of revegetation projects

 XXVIII. Prepare a revegetation plan

 XXIX.   Demonstrate revegetation of a local project

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Range Development and Improvements

 II.     Introduction to Plant Control

 III.    Biological, Mechanical and Herbicidal Plant Control

 IV.     Range Improvement by Burning and Seeding

 V.      Seeding Establishment and Management

 VI.     Range Fertilization

 VII.    Rodent and Insect Control

 VIII.   Environmental Impacts

 IX.     Erosion Problems and Causes

 X       Preparing and Implementing a Restoration Management Plan

 XI.     Evaluation and Monitoring