Zealot... as in "This merit badge counselor is a zealot!"

So, Seijitsu took a surveying course at a clinic two and a half months ago.  Fantastic class!  Four hours of hands-on practice with five professionals in the field overseeing three Scouts.  What more could he ask for?  Well, apparently another thirty or so hours of homework in order to complete this badge (S is up to 9 already).  Not simply reading-type things, but "send away" for this, "shell out the money to get a certified deed for your house",  "find this other professional because it's more advanced than I know", etc.   I looked at the material, and can't figure most of it out, yet my 15-year old is supposed to.

He's at the point of frustration, but it's his nature to see it through.  That's a good thing.  When he finally finishes it, I'm sure he'll have a great sense of satisfaction.  And a conclusion -- this is definitely NOT something he wants to do with his life.