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Term Effective:
Fall 2020
The requirements for this program of study are effective beginning the semester shown above. If you began working on this program before the effective semester, you may not be affected by the changes. Consult with the program contact person or the department chair to determine your eligibility to complete the program under previous requirements.
Description:
The Adult Ed: Introduction to Landscaping III: Fire Abatement and Prevention Certificate of Completion includes a sequence of courses that provide a foundational understanding of fire behavior, fire prevention regulations include standards and enforcement, and fire prevention techniques in relation to landscape and plant materials around residential and commercial properties. Students will learn and practice how to safely prune and maintain trees as part of fire prevention.
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- Explain how fire moves through a landscape;
- Discuss how vegetation management can isolate fires or slow their spread through a property;
- Safely and effectively prune and train a variety of trees and shrubs common in Sonoma County and California;
- Demonstrate an understanding of safety in the workplace;
- Effectively use terminology to explain tasks, materials, and standards in the industry;
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