Type: Individual
| Tools & Equipment | Materials |
|---|---|
| GPS device | Field gear (boots, khaki shirt and trousers, hat) |
| Binoculars | |
| Field notebook | |
| Data recording sheets | |
| Stopwatch | |
| Measuring tape (50 m) |
| S/N | Item | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GPS device | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 2 | Binoculars | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 3 | Field notebook | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 4 | Data recording sheets | 3 Pcs per Candidate |
| 5 | Stopwatch | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 6 | Measuring tape (50 m) | 1 Pc per 2 Candidates |
| 7 | Field gear (boots, khaki shirt and trousers, hat) | 1 Set per Candidate |
| Items to be Evaluated | Marks Available | Marks Obtained | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| TASK 1: Preparation and Field Work | |||
| Candidate wears appropriate field gear (boots, khaki clothing, hat) (Award 2 marks for correct PPE and field gear usage; 0 if missing) | 2 | ||
| Candidate uses GPS device to identify and mark the 2 km x 2 km survey boundary (Award 3 marks for accurate boundary identification and marking) | 3 | ||
| Candidate conducts systematic visual scan using binoculars to locate mammals (Award 4 marks for thorough and methodical scanning of the area) | 4 | ||
| Candidate accurately counts individual mammals per species within the defined area (Award 5 marks for correct and complete physical count) | 5 | ||
| Candidate records data legibly and systematically on data recording sheets (Award 3 marks for clear and organized data recording) | 3 | ||
| Candidate uses stopwatch and measuring tape correctly to time observation periods and measure distances (Award 3 marks for proper use of stopwatch and measuring tape during census) | 3 | ||
| Candidate demonstrates confidence and audibility when reporting preliminary findings orally (Award 2 marks for clear, audible, and confident oral communication) | 2 | ||
| Sub-Total | 22 | ||
| PRODUCT CHECKLIST | |||
| Population census data sheet is complete, accurate, and matches observed mammal counts within the 2,000m x 2,000m area (Award 10 marks for fully accurate and complete census data; partial marks for minor errors) | 10 | ||
| Boundary marked and documented corresponds correctly to 2 km x 2 km dimensions (Award 5 marks for correct boundary measurement and documentation) | 5 | ||
| Data presentation is clear, well-organized, and ready for submission (Award 3 marks for neat, legible, and logical data presentation) | 3 | ||
| Sub-Total | 18 | ||
| GRAND TOTAL | 40 | ||
Type: Individual
| Tools & Equipment | Materials |
|---|---|
| GPS device | Field notebook |
| Measuring tape 50 m | Pen |
| Binoculars 8x42 | |
| Soil testing kit | |
| Field notebook | |
| Pen | |
| Camera (digital or smartphone) |
| S/N | Item | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GPS device | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 2 | Measuring tape 50 m | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 3 | Binoculars 8x42 | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 4 | Soil testing kit | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 5 | Field notebook | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 6 | Pen | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| 7 | Camera (digital or smartphone) | 1 Pc per Candidate |
| Items to be Evaluated | Marks Available | Marks Obtained | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| TASK 1: Prepare and Use Field Equipment | |||
| Candidate wears appropriate field gear (boots, khaki/green clothing, hat) (Award 2 marks for correct field gear; 0 if missing) | 2 | ||
| Candidate correctly calibrates and uses the GPS device to locate the 100m x 100m plot (Award 3 marks for accurate GPS use; partial credit 1-2 marks) | 3 | ||
| Candidate measures and marks the 100m x 100m plot accurately using measuring tape (Award 3 marks for correct measurement of plot boundaries) | 3 | ||
| Candidate uses binoculars to observe mammal signs and vegetation within the plot (Award 2 marks for proper use of binoculars and observations) | 2 | ||
| Candidate collects soil samples and uses the soil testing kit correctly (Award 3 marks for proper soil sampling and testing technique) | 3 | ||
| Candidate records all observations legibly and systematically in the field notebook (Award 2 marks for clear and complete recording) | 2 | ||
| Sub-Total | 15 | ||
| TASK 2: Analyze and Report Habitat Conditions | |||
| Candidate evaluates vegetation cover and types within the plot accurately (Award 3 marks for correct identification and evaluation) | 3 | ||
| Candidate assesses soil quality based on test results and describes suitability for mammal habitat (Award 4 marks for accurate soil quality interpretation) | 4 | ||
| Candidate determines water availability and sources within the habitat (Award 3 marks for correct identification of water sources) | 3 | ||
| Candidate recommends habitat management strategies based on assessment findings (Award 5 marks for relevant and practical management recommendations) | 5 | ||
| Sub-Total | 15 | ||
| PRODUCT CHECKLIST | |||
| Completed habitat assessment report covering 100m x 100m plot with clear data on vegetation, soil, and water availability (Award up to 10 marks for completeness, accuracy, and presentation of report) | 10 | ||
| Sub-Total | 10 | ||
| GRAND TOTAL | 40 | ||