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Diploma of Technology
Natural Resources
Duration: 6 semesters plus 8 week work term
Program Description
The Natural Resources program prepares students to work in environments related to natural resources, particularly in wildlife enforcement and protection. Students gain a firm understanding of natural sciences as they relate to natural resources and the enforcement and protection of these resources. Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively within natural environments.
Program Courses
FWB1 Fish and Wildlife Biology
CM1400 Introduction to Technical Reporting
BIO1 Biology
FWB2 Animal Behaviour and Nutrition
EY2200 Forest Ecology
FR2360 Silviculture
FWM1 Fish and Wildlife Measurements
FWM2 Capture and Control
SP01 Spreadsheets
MA1100 Pre-Calculus
GE1100 Geology
WP01 Word Processing
FWM3 Parasitology and Necropsy
CM1410 Technical Reporting
WISU Wilderness Survival
EIAS Environmental Impact Assessment
SD1100 Career Orientation
CM2200 Communications
NRMM2 Physical Environment
NRMM1 Environmental Conservation
PHED Physical Education
LAEN2 Procedural Law
MA1630 Probability and Statistics
ECOL Ecology
HAMA Habitat Management
FR1230 Forest Fire Management
OFSA Officer Safety
SU1550 Mapping/Remote Sensing
FR1320 Forestry Measurements
WHMIS
Firearm Safety/Hunter Education
GISC Geographic Information Systems Concepts
Back Injury Prevention
Basics of Oil Spill Response
LAEN1 Law Enforcement Acts and Regulations
Standard First Aid
Radio Operators Telephone Restricted
INRM Introduction to Natural Resources Management
Flat Water Canoeing
Comprehensive Field Research Paper
Safety/Maintenance of Field Equipment
Coastal Navigation
Marine Search and Rescue
Physical Education
Work Term
Employment Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Natural Resources program, graduates will be eligible for employment (depending on specific hiring practices) with natural resources agencies such as wildlife, forestry, fisheries, and environmental consulting firms. As well, opportunities may arise in public sectors and self-created entrepreneurial activities.
Entrance Requirements
High School Graduates or Equivalent
Natural Resources applicants should have a High School Graduation Diploma with a pass in Level III Mathematics (Academic or Advanced) and four (4) Science credits, Adult Basic Education equivalent, or mature student status. Students who have not successfully completed Level III Mathematics (Advanced or Academic) must successfully complete Academy Canada’s non-credit Mathematics course in the first semester. Under certain circumstances students who do not meet the formal High School requirements may be accepted upon the recommendation of a High School Principal or Guidance Counsellor. Please contact an Admissions Officer for further details.
Mature Students
Mature students are eligible for admission to the Natural Resources program. These students must be 19 years of age or older, complete an application form, provide a copy of most recent marks, and write a Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) as arranged by Academy Canada.
Specific Entrance Requirements
Students must also submit two letters of reference (no personal references) and a Clear Conduct Certificate from their local Police Department. Clear Conduct Certificate: Students acquiring a Clear Conduct Certificate for admission into a program take on the responsibility of its validity. Students are solely accountable for any offenses not uncovered by the investigation being discovered and precluding the student from subsequent work terms or employment. Please note: Academy Canada reserves the right to deny admission into this program based on an unpardoned criminal record that would bear relevance to the field-term requirements of the program. In addition, employers will be given a copy of the student’s Clear Conduct Certificate on file prior to accepting students into the field-term situation.
For further information, please contact an Admissions Officer at 1-800-561-8000.
Program start dates are subject to sufficient enrollment.
Academy Canada reserves the right to modify any programs, courses, topics, objectives, etc.
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