RFT Exam Preparation Online

Part-time Starts: June 2011 Fees: $455 Online through Burns Lake campus Careers Registered Forest Technologists (RFTs) are important members of the forestry team. They specialize in on-the-ground eldwork and perform technical forestry functions in areas such as silviculture, forest protection, forest operations and forest measurements. All current Trainee Forest Technologists (TFTs) are required to write the RFT registration exam let CNC help you prepare. This course is offered in two formats: a ve-week version, and a condensed version which covers the same material in three weeks. Program outline Week 1: Forest Measurements and Silviculture Week 2: Forest Operations and Protection Week 3: The Forest Team, Professional Reliance; Exam 1 Week 4: Ethics and Standards, Professional Practices, Due Diligence; Exam 2 Week 5: Dispute Resolution, Public Interest; Exam 3 Each topic includes assigned readings, online discussions, online learning exercises and sample exams. Youll write sample exams for practice and get individual feedback from the instructor. For more course information, please visit www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict. What you need to successfully complete this online course High-speed Internet connection is preferred. An active e-mail address. Prior Internet knowledge is an asset. About the course developer This course was developed by Ben Wilson, B.Sc., RPF, to help students successfully prepare for the RFT exam. Ben has 10 years of experience, along with a keen interest in topics currently facing professional foresters. His diverse experience base and strong educational focus have helped many students gain the knowledge and skills needed to pass the RFT exam. Ben is an active Registered Professional Forester with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals. He currently owns and operates a forestry consulting company which works closely with many industry and First Nations clients. Important dates Please contact the campus directly.
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