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Arboriculture I (Basic)

Arboriculture I (Basic) 100 Hours Certificate Course

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BHT106

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Learn About Arboriculture I (Basic)

The ADL Arboriculture Online Course foundation programme in tree care, tree management and tree culture, is designed for you to learn through distance learning.

This course helps you develop skills and understanding in the diagnosis and treatment of tree disorders, whether the problem is being caused by pests, disease, nutritional and water problems, or something else.

You will also learn about standard tree surgery practice and essential pruning techniques such as: crown cleaning, crown thinning, crown reduction, crown lifting and crown renewal, plus normal branch removal.

After completing this course developed and updated by tree surgery professionals over many years, you will know where and how to plant trees, what varieties of trees to plant, how to transplant trees from one place to another and how to protect young trees.

You will also have a good basic working knowledge of tree biology, soil chemistry in relation to trees, diagnosing tree problems, tree surgery, the right equipment to use in tree work, plus important workplace health and safety knowledge.

Once you have completed this course, you can extend your skills and level of expertise even further with our follow on intermediate course: Arboriculture II and/or Trees for Rehabilitation.

There are also specialised tree course options available, including Deciduous Trees which covers: Maple, Birch, Ash, Oak, Prunus and other lesser known varieties.

Student Comments:

“This course will be a great help in my professional career but it also adds to my general knowledge of trees and enhances my interest in trees.” Lisa B, Arboriculture I, UK

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Lessons

Lesson Structure: Arboriculture I BHT106

There are 8 lessons:

1 Introduction to Arboriculture

Trees in the garden
Planting in the right position
Choosing the right variety
Choosing the right specimen
How to plant different types of trees
Transplanting
Tree Guards
Using a Tree Report Form

2 Tree Biology

Tree growth
Photosynthesis
Respiration
Transpiration
Vernilisation
What makes foliage change colour
Tree physiology: Roots, Stems, Leaves
Bud types
How a tree grows
Vascular tissue
Cambium
Xylem
Phloem
Secondary growth
Growth rings
Heartwood
Sapwood
Compartmentalisation
Water and plant growth,
Growth rate factors
Arboricultural terminology

3 Soils In Relation to Trees

Fertilising
Compacted soils
Tree health and drainage
Treating soil over winter
Changed soil levels around trees
Measuring pH
Measuring soil organic content
Measuring water content
Determining fertiliser solubility
Testing affect of lime on soil
Laboratory testing of soils
Soil texture, Measuring salinity
Soil horizons
Soil Naming
Soil nutrition
Fertilisers, etc

4 Diagnosing Tree Problems

Tree health disorders
Frost protection
Minimising frost and wind damage
Mulch and frost, Mistletoe
Diagnosing problems
Conducting a Tree inspection

5 Tree Surgery

Tree surgery-do you need it?
Review of techniques
Tree surgery safety
Safety and the worker
Public safety
Safety regulations
Cavity treatments
Bracing
Cabling
Propping
Bark wounds
Tree climbing techniques, Knots, Anchoring points, etc.

6 Pruning Trees

Pruning objectives
Removing branches
Crown cleaning
Crown thinning
Crown reduction
Crown lifting
Crown renewal
Fruit tree pruning
Felling a whole tree
Felling sections of a tree: terminology.

7 Aboriculture Equipment

Secateurs
Hand saws
Power tools
Safety with electricity
Engine and tool maintenance
Chain saws
Hedge trimmers
Ladders
Harnesses
Ropes
Pole belt
Spurs etc

8 Workplace Health and Safety

Duty of Care
Lifting & manual handling
Protective equipment
Handling tools and machinery
Auditing tools and equipment

Learning Goals

Practical (Set Tasks)

More Information

HOW TO PLANT A TREE

Planting a tree might seem to be simply a matter of digging a hole and ‘bunging in’ a plant, but many trees fail due to poor planting techniques. If you follow these guidelines, your tree will have its best chance to grow to its full potential.

• Select a site where there is ample room for the tree to grow to its full size. Do not plant close to buildings, under power lines, or over gas and water pipes.

• Excavate the planting hole. The hole should be the same depth and approximately twice as wide as the container.

• Avoid creating smooth sides to the planting hole. Roots will be unable to penetrate into the surrounding soil.

• Remove the plant from its pot. Uncurl any circling roots, and if necessary, give the roots a light prune.

• Plant the tree so that the soil level matches the level of the surrounding soil.

• Backfill the hole with the excavated soil. If the soil is particularly poor, mix in an organic fertiliser before backfilling.

• Gently firm the soil around the plant. Do not heavily press the soil down with your feet. This – will compact the soil, preventing roots from penetrating.

• Water in thoroughly.

How to Water a Newly-Planted Tree
• Remove the fitting from the end of your garden hose.

• Insert the bare pipe into the disturbed soil around the new plant.

• Turn on the tap to a gentle pressure. The planting hole will act as a sump, filling with water.

• When water appears at the surface, turn off the tap.

Planting Bare-Rooted Trees
The procedure for planting bare-rooted trees is much the same as for other trees, except for the following:

• Plant when the tree is dormant (mid-winter).

• Keep the roots of the tree wrapped up and moist until you are ready to plant.

• Dig a hole that is reasonably deep and wider than the root system.

• Mound some soil in the middle of the hole.

• Place the trunk of the plant on the centre of the mound and spread roots away from the trunk.

• Backfill and water in as above.

Planting Advanced Trees
• Advanced trees provide an instant effect, but they can be difficult to handle:

• When moving advanced trees be careful not to strain your back.

• Use machinery, or plenty of people.

• Use wheelbarrows, crowbars and trolleys, and take it slow.

• Once the tree is near or inside the hole, use a crowbar to manoeuvre it into position. In some cases, it is easier to break or cut the container than try to lift it out of the pot.

Helping the Tree Settle In
Once you have planted your tree, there are a number of things you can do to help it recover from the shock of transplanting.

• Use an anti-stress spray (a spray that puts a coating over the leaf to stop water loss)

• Use a root hormone (chemical or natural e.g. seaweed)

• Water regularly – never let the soil dry out during the first six weeks after planting.

• Apply a fertiliser – regular applications of foliar fertiliser will get evergreens off to a great start.

• Remove damaged stems or roots.

• Install a tree guard to protect the tree from wind, animals and people.

• Only use stakes if the tree is in a very exposed, windy position, and never leave the stake in position for more than one season.

Note: Contrary to popular belief, mature trees do not have a single tap root. In fact, most plant roots are in the top 10cm (4 inches) of soil. For this reason, the planting hole should be wider than it is deep.

Assessment

How our courses work

FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here is a list of the most often asked FAQ’s.

General

Q. Why should I enrol with the Academy for Distance Learning?
A. Here at ADL, our students are our priority – we treat everyone as a unique individual.

Q. Do I need to buy text books?
A. No, as each module has been written by highly qualified industry professionals. The content of the material is presented in such a way that text books are not required. However, if you require additional reading your tutor will be able to supply a list.

Q. What happens if I have to stop studying for a while? (eg. become sick, go on holidays, have a baby, move house, etc)
A. It’s OK to take a break and start up your study at a later point in time. Just let us know.

Q. Is there an age limit?
A. There is no maximum age limit. We do however, have a minimum age limit of 18 years. Below that age parental consent would be required.

Q. Are your courses up-to date?
A. Our courses are revised and updated on a rotation system.

Q. Do you have a Cancellation policy?
A. Yes. We have a cancellation policy that is fair and equitable. For further details please click here.

Q. Will I have any opportunity to engage with other students?
A. We have a Student Community group based on facebook! If you don’t have a facebook account already, you could make one just for talking with fellow students on the group.

Enrolment

Q. When can I enrol/start?
A. You may enrol and start at any time of the year – it’s all self- paced.

Q. Can I study from anywhere in the world?
A. Our courses are available to anyone, anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. The course content is relevant to any country, culture or economy.

Q. How long do I have to complete the course?
A. You complete the course at any time that is convenient for you.

Q. Completing a 100 hour module – how long will it take?
A. For some students a 100 hour module will take approximately to 3- 6 months to complete. Others take less time and some even longer.

Assessment

Q. Assessment – how does it work?
A. For each 100 hour module you are assessed by assignments (at the end of each lesson) and a final one and a half hour exam (or you may elect to complete a Project, instead of sitting the exam) – the choice is yours – you sit for the exam in your own location.

Q. I don’t cope well with exams – what can I do?
A. You may elect to undertake a Project (set by your tutor) instead of sitting the exam. Projects are completed from your home and can usually take a couple of weeks to complete.

Q. If my assignment is not up to standard is there an opportunity to resubmit my work?
A. Yes –

Q. How many assignments do I need to complete for each module?
A. At the end of each lesson, there is an assignment – so if a course has say, 10 lessons, there would be 10 assignments.

Q. I am having difficulty attending workshops/industry meetings, what can be done?
A. If your course requires attendance at workshops, conferences, or industry meetings; alternative arrangements can be made in your country.

Qualifications

Q. What qualification will I receive?
A. For individual modules, you would be awarded a Certificate endorsed by TQUK (Training Qualifications, UK), providing you complete all assignments and the exam. If you just want to complete only the assignments and not sit for the exam or finish a Project, then a Letter of Achievement would be awarded. For more details on qualifications available please click here.

Q. Can I customize my diploma/higher qualification?
A. Not all educational institution’s certificates /diplomas meet everyone’s needs. The opportunity to Design Your Own Diploma at the Academy (subject to our approval) is an added bonus, not found at other colleges. You choose modules that you think will help you in achieving your goal.

Q. What do I get when I complete the course? Will I receive a transcript?
A. At the completion of all courses and providing all assignments and exam requirements have been met, you will receive your Award and a Transcript.

Tutors

Q. Our tutors – who are they?
A. We appoint Tutors and require that they must be currently active in their industry, with at least 5 years’ experience in their chosen profession.

Q. Can I contact my tutor at any time?
A. Yes – you have unlimited access to your tutor via email through our Online Classroom. You can always leave a message with ADL requesting your tutor to contact you. You decide on how much or how little contact you wish to have.

Q. Practical work – How is this done?
A. To find out more about this part of the course please visit the section on How Our Courses Work here.

What's Included

What your tuition fees include

All Course Material via Online, USB or Correspondence
Assignments Marked
Professional Tutor Feedback
Set Tasks - Practical Exercises to help you develop skills
Self-Tests – multiple choice questions at the end of lessons in most modules
Unlimited Personal Tutor Support – via our student classroom
Committed and Friendly Admin Support – vital to your success
All ADL Exam or Project fees (exception RHS exams)
Qualification Certificate
Official Transcript with assignment grades
Student Manual

Plus FREE

Academic Writing course (optional - 10 hours only)
Critical Thinking course (optional - 10 hours only)
Job Seekers Careers Guide
Study Tips on How To Study Better
Career Counselling by ADL Staff
CV Writing Help, Tips and Advice

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Arboriculture I (Basic)