Natural Resources

Diploma of Technology

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.