Cluster
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Concentration
Forestry
WVEIS Code
SN0181
ONET Codes and Occupations
45-4021.00 – Fallers
19-4093.00 – Forest and Conservation Technicians
45-4023.00 – Log Graders and Scalers
19-1023.00 - Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Sample of reported job titles: Timber Faller, Tree Faller, Timber Cutter, Logger, Tree Feller, Cutter Operator,
Sawyer, Tree Topper, Forest Technician, Forestry Technician, Wildlife Technician, Resource Manager, Resource
Technician, Conservationist, Fire Technician, Forest Ranger, Forestry Aide, Natural Resources Technician, Log
Scaler, Log Buyer, Inspector, Log Grader, Log Yard Manager, Procurement Forester, Log Check Scaler, Raw
Material Manager, Timber Buyer, Veneer Grader,
Sample of reported job titles upon completion of additional education: Wildlife Biologist, Zoologist, Fish
and Wildlife Biologist, Fisheries Biologist, Fishery Biologist, Wildlife Manager, Aquatic Biologist, Assistant
Research Scientist, Conservation Resources Management Biologist, Environmental Specialist
REQUIRED COURSES
WVEIS Code
0101
0183
0134
Course
Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Forest Management
Agricultural Experience Program
Select At Least One Specialization
0184
0190
Timber Management
Fish and Wildlife Management (0187 – Forestry Science and Ecology)
Skill Sets
Career Preparation Skills
Safety
Leadership Development
Customer Service
Foundations of Agribusiness
Foundations of Animal Systems
Foundations of Biotechnology
Foundations of Food Products and Processing
Foundations of Natural Resources
Foundations of Plant Systems
Foundations of Power, Structural and Technical
Forest Evaluation, Measurement and Management
Chainsaw Use and Safety
Best Management Practices
Timber Evaluation, Measurement and Management
Chainsaw and Logging Equipment Use and Safety
Fish and Wildlife Management Practices
Fish and Wildlife Biology
Natural Resources Entrepreneurship
Natural Resources Financial Record Keeping
1
Skill set standards for Career Preparation Skills, Safety, Leadership Development and Customer Service should
be integrated throughout the concentration as remaining skill sets are delivered.
Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
Career Preparation Skills
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 career paths.
 goal development and achievement.
 attitudes and work habits that support career retention and advancement.
 communication in varied contexts.
Students will







Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 safety in handling natural resource materials.
 safety in operating tools and equipment associated with the natural resources industry.
 safety in handling natural resources chemicals.
Students will



Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
operate tools and equipment used in the natural resources industry safely.
handle and store chemicals properly and safely.
read and interpret MSDS information.
Leadership Development
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 public speaking.
 Parliamentary law.
 leadership concepts.
 characteristics of effective teams and organizations.
Students will





Skill Set
relate skills and abilities to possible career pathways.
explain methods of goal development.
exhibit methods of time management and task coordination.
practice professionalism in punctuality, appropriate dress, task completion, etc.
investigate methods of supervision such as giving and receiving feedback and instruction.
develop and present a statement of their personal work ethic beliefs.
prepare an application, cover letter, resume and thank you letter.
Safety
develop and deliver speeches.
participate in meetings using parliamentary procedure.
attend leadership conferences or training (local, state and/or national).
volunteer in community service opportunities.
participate in Career Development Events.
Customer Service
2
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 customer service in the natural resources industry.
 communication.
Students will


communicate with customers in a natural resources business about product pricing.
communicate with customers in a natural resources business about product care.
3
Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
WVEIS 0101
Skill Set
Foundations of Agribusiness
Standard
Knowledge
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 types of agribusiness ownership.
 return on investment.
 methods of marketing agricultural commodities, products and services in domestic
and international markets.
 the Four Ps (product, place, price and promotion).
Performance
Students will
Objectives
 create an advertisement for an agricultural product.
 research local supply and demand of agricultural products.
 create a plan for their own agricultural enterprises.
Skill Set
Foundations of Animal Systems
Standard
Knowledge
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 the origin, significance, distribution and domestication of animal systems.
 common an scientific names of major animal species.
 breeds of livestock.
 basic anatomy of animals.
 livestock terminology (steer, heifer, barrow, gilt, etc.).
 animal cells.
 animal health disorders.
 biosecurity in the animal industry.
 common types of feedstuffs.
 animal welfare and animal rights.
 facilities needed to house and produce animal species safely and efficiently.
 effects of animal agriculture on the environment.
Performance
Students will
Objectives
 diagram a typical animal cell and identify the organelles
 practice administering injections.
 perform a basic health exam on a live animal.
 debate the issues associated with animal welfare and animal rights.
Foundations of Biotechnology
Knowledge
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 agricultural biotechnology.
 genetic engineering.
 historical impact of biotechnology on agriculture.
 applications of biotechnology in agriculture.
 ethical, legal and social issues of biotechnology.
4
Performance
Objectives
Students will



Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 the history of the animal processing industry.
 the importance of food labeling to the consumer.
 quality and yield grades of food products.
 foods derived from meat, egg, poultry, fish and dairy products.
 products derived from fruits and vegetables.
 products derived from grains, legumes and oilseeds.
 common weights and measures in the food products and processing industry.
 methods of food preservations.
Students will



Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
grind and mix pork with seasoning to produce sausage.
compare and contrast various food labels.
make cheese.
Foundations of Natural Resources
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 natural resources.
 ecosystems.
 morphological characteristics used to identify trees.
 morphological characteristics used to identify wildlife.
 morphological characteristics used to identify aquatic species.
 different kinds of streams.
 characteristics of a healthy forest.
 characteristics of healthy wildlife habitat.
 the uses of tree species.
 the uses of aquatic species.
Students will




Skill Set
Standard
extract DNA from plant material.
debate the issues associated with biotechnology.
research current agricultural products impacted by biotechnology practices.
Foundations of Food Products and Processing
identify common tree species.
identify common wildlife species.
identify common aquatic species.
assess a stream for quality.
Foundations of Plant Systems
5
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 parts of a plant.
 functions of plant parts.
 photosynthesis.
Students will






Skill Set
Standard
Knowledge
Objectives
Performance
Objectives
diagram a typical plant cell and identify plant cell organelles and their functions.
identify the components and functions of plant roots.
identify the components and the functions of plant stems.
identify the components and the functions of plant leaves.
identify the components and the functions of plant flowers.
identify agriculturally important plants by common names.
Foundations of Power, Structural and Technical Systems
Students will demonstrate knowledge of
 units of weight, volume, and temperature.
 basic math practices used in Power, Structural and Technical Systems.
 the basic hand tools and their proper uses in an agricultural setting.
Students will








add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, with and without a calculator.
use a standard ruler, a metric ruler, and a measuring tape to measure.
add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals, with and without a calculator.
convert decimals to percentages and percentages to decimals
convert fractions to decimal an decimals to fractions.
properly and safely use hand tools.
construct a project using hand tools.
6
Forest Management
WVEIS 0183
Skill Set
Forest Evaluation, Measurement and Management
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 basic forestry concepts such as succession, structure, site, tolerance, etc.
 tree growth.
 dendrology.
 measuring standing timber.
 tree and forest measurement tools.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 select trees to be cut down, assessing factors such as site, terrain, and weather conditions
before beginning work.
 measure felled logs or loads of pulpwood to calculate volume, weight, dimensions, and
marketable value, using measuring devices and conversion tables.
 select and mark trees for thinning or logging, drawing detailed plans that include access
roads.
 thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and
chemical, or supervise workers performing these tasks.
 provide forestry education and general information, advice, and recommendations to
woodlot owners, community organization, and the general public.
 perform reforestation, or forest renewal, including nursery and silviculture operations,
site preparation, seeding and tree planting programs, cone collection, and tree
improvement.
 inspect trees and collect samples of plants, seeds, foliage, bark and roots to locate insect
and disease damage.
Skill Set
Chainsaw Use and Safety
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 proper personal protective clothing to wear when operating a chainsaw.
 basic techniques used to fell standing trees.
 parts of a chainsaw.
 chainsaw repair and maintenance.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 maintain and repair chainsaws and other equipment, cleaning, oiling, and greasing
equipment, and sharpening properly.
Skill Set
Best Management Practices
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 best management practices used in the forest industry.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 survey, measure, and map access roads and forest areas such as burns, cut-over areas,
experimental plots, and timber sales sections.
 provide information about regulations such as those concerning environmental protection,
resource utilization, fire safety and accident prevention.
7
Timber Management
WVEIS 0184
Skill Set
Timber Evaluation, Measurement and Management
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 measuring standing timber and logs.
 measurement tools.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 evaluate log characteristics and determine grades, using established criteria.
 appraise trees for certain characteristics, such as twist, rot, and heavy limb growth, and
gauge amount and direction of lean, in order to determine how to control the direction of
a tree’s fall with the least damage.
 record data about individual trees or load volumes into tally books or hand-held
collection terminals.
 paint identification marks of specified colors on logs to identify grades or species, using
spray cans, or call out grades to log markers.
 assess logs after cutting to ensure that the quality and length are correct.
 measure log lengths and mark boles for bucking into logs, according to specifications.
 tag unsafe trees with high-visibility ribbons.
 identify logs of substandard or special grade so that they can be returned to shippers,
regarded, recut, or transferred for other processing.
 jab logs with metal ends of scale sticks, and inspect logs to ascertain characteristics or
defects such as water damage, splits, knots, broken ends, rotten areas, twists, and curves.
 mark logs for identification.
Skill Set
Chainsaw and Logging Equipment Use and Safety
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 proper personal protective clothing to wear when operating a chainsaw.
 use of a chainsaw and other logging equipment.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 stop saw engines, pull cutting bars from cuts, and runt to safety as tree falls.
 saw back-cuts, leaving sufficient sound wood to control direction of fall.
 clear brush from work areas and escape routes, and cut sapling and other trees from
direction of falls, using axes, chainsaws, or bulldozers.
 measure felled trees and cut them into specified log lengths, using chain saws and
axes.
 determine position, direction, and depth of cuts to be made, and placement of
wedges or jacks.
 control the direction of a tree’s fall by scoring cutting lines with axes, sawing
undercuts along scored lines with chainsaws, knocking slabs from cuts with singlebit axes, and driving wedges.
 trim off the tops and limbs of trees, using chainsaws, delimbers, or axes.
 insert jacks or drive wedges behind saws to prevent binding of saws and to start
trees falling.
 saw felled trees into lengths.
 split logs, using axes, wedges, and mauls, and stack wood in ricks or cord lots.
8
Fish and Wildlife Management
WVEIS 0190
Skill Set
Fish and Wildlife Management Practices
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 major types of fish and wildlife.
 habitat management.
 fish and wildlife laws and regulations.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on
animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for the
industry.
 inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations.
 make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife populations
and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options.
 inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant
identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife.
Skill Set
Fish and Wildlife Biology
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 animal behavior.
 anatomy and physiology of fish and wildlife species.
 watersheds and water quality.
 riparian zones.
 invasive species.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural
surroundings.
 study characteristics of animals such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life
histories and diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.
 analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them.
 prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species
identification and study of development or disease.
 collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under a microscope.
 raise specimens for study and observation or for use in experiments.
 delineate a local watershed boundary.
 test water samples for various chemical parameters.
9
Agricultural Experience Program
WVEIS 0134
Skill Set
Natural Resources Entrepreneurship
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 agri-tourism.
 grass fed beef.
 entrepreneurship.
 value added agriculture.
 direct marketing.
 sustainability.
 non-wood forestry products (mushrooms, ginseng, maple syrup, etc.)
Performance Students will
Objectives
 develop a marketing plan for natural resources enterprises.
 collect and process sugar maple sap into maple syrup.
Skill Set
Natural Resources Financial Record Keeping
Standard
Knowledge Students will demonstrate knowledge of
Objectives
 financial record keeping.
Performance Students will
Objectives
 keep financial records such as net worth statements, inventories, financial
statements, income and expense logs, and other pertinent records.
 create and maintain an SAE portfolio to include financial records, resume, sample
student work, and documenting pictures.
10