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Examines the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of surface and groundwater. Water quality standards and regulations are discussed. Surveys of the various forms and sources of water pollutants are conducted, and water quality assessments, using biological indicators and chemical tests, are covered. The course includes a brief overview of the treatment process.
Teaches students how to operate a variety of landscape equipment. Hands-on training will require the students to acquire an understanding of the safe operation of equipment. Focus will be on pre-operation, operation, and post-operation procedures and skills.
Introduces the student to the requirements for the 1.5 mile run, 3 mile pack test and step test which are required by wildland fire hiring agencies.
Examines the role of wildland fire and firefighting throughout history to the present.
Explores the properties of soils and applies them to horticultural uses as a growing medium and as an engineering base for landscaping.
Learn theory and skills in the science of arboriculture. Students will gain hands-on experience planting, pruning and maintaining trees. You’ll also learn how to diagnose pests and problems as well as how to protect the trees and treat for problems. Advance techniques of aerial work and large tree removal will be studied.
Covers site conditions, landscape tools, and design plan implementation.
Teaches students to work with advanced construction projects, materials and methods. Students learn to develop a mobilization plan and a management system for project implementation.
The study and installation of organic inputs for healthy landscapes. Students will brew compost tea, make compost and operate lawn care equipment. Topics explored will include alternative lawn and land care practices, practical business applications and environmental implications of current practices.
Provides a basic study of the trees, grasses, herbs and aquatics of Wisconsin. The class focuses on the principal species of seven major plant communities: forest, bog, agriculture, prairie, marsh, shrub and beach.
