Hands-on field labs are where students develop the applied skills the industry wants. On field trips, students see current industry practices and technologies. They will study and visit:

• forested, mined and cultivated lands

• reclaimed sites • natural areas

Underlying the practical skills is the science. Through that combination, students will discover: • the benefits of sustainable management • how reclamation can minimize industry’s effect on natural habitats

Students learn how to: • classify, manage and conserve soils • recognize and understand a variety of land disturbances. This includes removing soil and plants and other construction. • do detailed site assessments • apply reclamation regulations, guidelines and techniques • plan site closure and reclamation.