STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Analyze natural resource data.

 II.     Demonstrate familiarity with computer lab operation.

 III.    Demonstrate correct file management and rescue with DOS.

 IV.     Demonstrate communication methods with a text editor.

 V.      Use a spreadsheet to analyze natural resource data.

 VI.     Use relational databases to analyze natural resource data.

 VII.    Predict tree volumes from basal area, height and diameter measurements.

 VIII.   Demonstrate linear measurement techniques.

 IX.     Distinguish between qualifying and quantifying observed measurement.

 X       Demonstrate creation and utilization of metadata.

 XI.     Demonstrate the utilization of measurement and mapping units.

 XII.    Contrast and compare mistakes versus error.

 XIII.   Define errors: natural, instrumental, personal, calculations, systematic, and random.

 XIV.    Demonstrate correlation of dependent and independent variables.

 XV.     Describe and utilize data sets, charts and measurements.

 XVI.    Demonstrate map projections.

 XVII.   Analyze ancillary chart and map information.

 XVIII.  Apply ancillary information to natural resources information.

 XIX.    Describe applications of GIS capabilities in packages such as ARC view, ART info, PMAP, IDRISI.

 XX      Demonstrate familiarity with IDRISI operations.

 XXI.    Demonstrate application of GIS terminology and operation through application to a natural resources problem.  Location of a timber harvest.

 XXII.   Describe best fit, most likely.

 XXIII.  Demonstrate an understanding of correlation and meaning of analysis results.

 XXIV.   Describe different types of distributions.

 XXV.    Collect GPS positions in the field for wildlife habitat reclamation study.

 XXVI.   Use data for location analysis.

 XXVII.  Use data for area and linear determination.

 XXVIII. Observe GPS positions and determine relative accuracies, distances, and errors.

 XXIX.   Prepare analysis report of collected natural resources data.

 XXX     Use as many applicable analysis tools as possible.

 XXXI.   Prepare writer report describing analysis methodology and results.

 XXXII.  Deliver finalized report in both hard copy and digital form.

 XXXIII. Participate in mock - business situation discussing findings.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Natural Resource Analysis: Introduction to Natural Resource Analysis, Measure Application, Mapping Projections and Datums, Geographical Information Systems and Statistical Analysis, Global Positioning Systems,and Natural Resources Analysis Review.