RPF Exam Preparation Online

Part-time Starts: June 2011 Fees: $600 Seven weeks Online through Burns Lake campus Careers Registered Professional Foresters (RPFs) are responsible for looking after the forests of British Columbia. RPFs form an integral part of the professional forestry team responsible for planning and approving all activities related to forest management. Let CNC help you prepare for the next exam. Program outline This is a seven-week, 70-hour course. The rst four weeks focus on core topics that typically show up on the Registration Exam and represent the bread and butter concerns of forestry in BC. The nal three weeks deal with the hot issues of the day such as bark beetles, First Nations, and softwood lumber. Coupled with each of these topics is a professionalism component which explores what it means to be a professional forester. A typical week runs from Sunday to Saturday and includes assigned readings, online discussions and online learning exercises. During weeks 3, 5 and 7 participants are expected to complete a sample exam in a single two-hour sitting and submit it by e-mail for marking. After being marked by the instructor, the exam questions are open for discussion and individual feedback will be provided. For more course information, visit www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict. Schedule of courses Week 1: AAC and Timber Supply Week 2: Tenure and Valuation Week 3: Planning, Operations, and SFM; Exam 1 Week 4: Enforcement and Ministry Roles, the Forestry Team, and Professional Reliance
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Week 5: Mountain Pine Beetle Ethics, Standard of Professional Practices; Exam 2 Week 6: First Nations, Continuing Competency, and Due Diligence Week 7: Trade and Dispute Resolution, Public Interest; Exam 3 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 RPF 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 RPF 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.
Revised: 10.08.11