Conservation of Natural Resources
Forest Resources
Technology
Conservation of Natural Resources
Short-term Certificate of Completion
Program Description:
The Forest Resources Technology-Conservation of Natural Resources,
Certificate of Completion is designed to train individuals on basic
concepts of conserving natural resources; including forest,
wildlife, soil, and water resources. To earn this certificate, the
student must complete 4 courses for a total of 13 credits. The
courses include required courses for the AAS degree in Forest
Resource Technology. These certificates will acknowledge student
completion in an area of expertise and may be utilized for job
opportunities and/or career advancement.
CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
(14 Credits) (Three quarters to complete)
This certificate is designed to train individuals on basic concepts
of conserving natural resources including forest, wildlife, soil
and water resources.
FOR 111 Forestry Perspectives - 4
FOR 208 Soils: Sustainable Ecosystems - 4
FOR 240B Wildlife Ecology - 3
FOR 260 Conservation of Natural Resources - 3
Labor Market Information:
Regional Employment Projections from State of Oregon Employment Market Information System indicates a
2.5% increase for Forest and Conservation Technicians for
Crook/Deschutes/Jefferson Counties from 2. The U.S. Department
of Labor Statistics indicates a growth of 12% during
2006-2016.
The members of the Advisory Committee represented the Government:
USDA Forest Service, Department of Interior BLM, and Oregon
Department of Forestry; Academic: Oregon State University, Oregon
State University Cascades, Oregon State University Extension; and
the Private sector: Cascade Timberlands, Gilchrest Lumber, and
Mason, Bruce, and Girard. The curriculum was developed to meet
industry standards not only in the Central Oregon region but in the
Northwest. Graduates are in demand locally as well as
regionally.