We will only be covering the elements underlined below. The common core elements are required skills common to all core tests. Applicants must demonstrate their abilities in the following areas:
Softscape Intallation
Common Core
Plan Reading
Horticulture Principles
Plant Identification
Plant Layout
Irrigation Components
Basic Program Controller
Sod Installation
Tree Planting (Staking/Guying)
Lateral Repair & Head Adjustment
Rototiller Operations
Hardscape Installation
Hardscape Principles and Calcualtions
Grading/Drainage
Instrument
Paver Installation
Chainsaw
Skid Steer Operation
Turf Maintenance
Turfgrass Principles
Turfgrass Calculations
Turf Fertilzer
21" Mower
36" Mower
Aerator
Edger/Trimmer
Riding Mower
Ornamental Maintenance
Please note that PLANET does require that those participating in the exam have either 4000 hrs (2 years) work experience or a combination of a 2-4 year degree in horticulture with 2000 hrs (1 year).