Description
The various components to specifying an animal or person’s whereabouts by reading and interpreting the trails and signs left behind by them such as foot or paw prints, faeces, or the disturbance of the direct environment. Another important element is the age and the size of the tracks.
Alternative labels
tracking principle
tracking methods
tracking approaches
tracing principles
tracking concepts
animal tracking
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Tracking principles is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Survival instructor: Survival instructors guide groups into vast, natural areas, and assist them in a self-directed instruction of basic survival needs without any comfort facilities or modern gear to fall back on. They coach the participants into mastering survival skills such as fire making, producing primitive equipment, shelter construction and procurement of water and nourishment. They ensure the participants are aware of certain safety measures without diminishing the level of adventure, of environment protection and of risk management. They encourage efforts of leadership from the group and mentor the participants individually so as to push their limits responsibly and help overcome potential fears.
Optional knowledge
Tracking principles is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Tracking principles – ESCO