5.01 Environmental Science Careers

3. classify soil according to the most appropriate use. Requires bachelor’s degree (4 yr).
4. industry that grows, manages, and harvests trees forestry lumber, posts, panels, paper and many other commodities.
6. animals that are adapted to live in a natural environment without the help of humans.
8. studies the effects of the environment on animal life.
9. one who harvests trees
12. resources an essential nutrient for all plant and animal life.
13. the one responsible for the health and well-being of our cities trees.
16. uses soil auger/soil tube to take soil samples and do technical field work.
18. provides assistance in managing forests for the private landowner as well as the commercial grower.
19. often work in government agencies, advising land owners and managing game populations on public lands
20. works for the agency (North Carolina Wildlife Commission) responsible for controlling the harvest of wildlife

1. works in the field tagging animals, gathering data and assisting with research.
2. one who scientifically manages forests (specializing in the care of trees).
5. assists landowners in implementing best land use practices
7. move felled trees form the cutting site to the loading area.
10. advises private forest land owners.
11. is responsible for overseeing and managing logging operations.
14. resources the top layer of the Earth’s surface, which is suitable for the growth of plant life.
15. does research on habitat and wildlife and advises government agencies in establishing fish/game laws and habitat improvement programs.
17. are hired by private landowners and companies to estimate tree volume on a tract of land.