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Environmental Sciences Diploma: Wildlife & Fisheries Conservation Major

Location(s): Main Campus (Vermilion), Face-to-Face (F2F)

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Studies focus on wildlife and fisheries biology, identification, ecology, management and field sampling techniques. Considerable emphasis is also placed on terrestrial and aquatic habitat conservation and management. Hands-on learning is highlighted throughout the program, and students spend considerable field time in forest, grassland, mountain and aquatic ecosystems. These field exercises are supplemented by laboratory and classroom learning opportunities.

Graduation Requirements:

Students completing requirements with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 will be awarded an Environmental Sciences: Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation major diploma.

Curriculum:

Year I Required Courses

Total: 30 Credits

Year II Required Courses

Total: 30 Credits

Optional Course Offered Between Year 1 and 2

*If taken, students can choose to opt out of BI 210  or SC 301  in year 2.

Notes:

Applied Skills:

  • Wildlife & Fish ID
  • Map Interpretation
  • Electro-fishing
  • Radio Telemetry
  • Bird Identification & Songs
  • Motor Boat Operation
  • Water Sampling
  • GPS, GTS &GIS Data Collection
  • Aerial Photo Interpretation
  • Timber Cruising
  • Plant Identification
  • Aquatic Invertebrate Identification
  • Soil Classification
  • Orienteering
  • Rangeland Health & Management Techniques

Wildlife Technology Certification:

This major is accredited by the North American Wildlife Technology Association (NAWTA), and graduates receive a Wildlife Technician Certificate.

Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB) Certification:

Graduates of this program qualify for membership in the ASPB and are eligible to article as a Registered Technologist in Biology (RT (Biol)).

EP Certification:

Lakeland College’s Environmental Sciences Diploma is nationally accredited through the Environmental Careers Organization of Canada (ECO Canada). Upon registration, each of our graduates is recognized as an Environmental Professional in training (EPt) by the Canadian Environmental Certification Approvals Board (CECAB) of ECO Canada. Because our program is one of a select group of accredited programs, graduates can apply for full EP designation after just four years of relevant Canadian environmental experience.

Career Opportunities:

This program prepares students to work as field specialists in wildlife, fisheries, forestry, watershed, and habitat conservation positions. Graduates work for resource industries, consultants, conservation organizations and governments.

Opportunities for Further Study:

  • Lakeland College
    • Bachelor of Applied Science: Environmental Management
  • Athabasca University
  • University of Alberta
    • BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences (up to 60 credits)
  • Conservation Biology
    • Land Reclamation
  • University of Lethbridge
    • BSc Environmental Sciences
  • University of Saskatchewan
    • BSc Ag (Environmental or Soil Science specialization) (up to 60 credits)
  • University of Regina
    • BSc Environmental Biology
  • University of Northern British Columbia
    • BSc. Natural Resources Management
  • University of Prince Edward Island
    • Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation

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