College Diploma - Environmental Technician - Protection and Compliance (030114)

The environmental sector is growing and there is emergence of new "green" jobs - locally, nationally and globally. Professionals are needed to deal with climate change issues, land restoration, water conservation, water management, and other sustainability concerns. This program offers students the opportunity to learn hands-on from experienced professors in the lab and in the field, and gain the skills they need to launch an exciting and relevant career.

Students will learn: • Microbiology and toxicology • Environmental monitoring • Biology and chemistry • Drinking water provincial certification • Benthos biomonitoring provincial certification • Earth science and ecology • Applied geomatics • Environmental law

Future Careers: • Public/private environmental compliance • Government agencies and ministries • Energy, forestry and mining sectors • Conservation authorities • Natural resources • Water agencies • Private corporations