Skills & Knowledge You'll Develop
The world of Environmental Assessment and Restoration is an exciting one which requires the know-how to handle many different tasks situations. Upon successful completion of the program, you will:
- understand how to collect, interpret and manage environmental data
- have a practical understanding of law, science and various technical skills
- be able to assess environmental disturbance and prepare prescriptions to restore them
- know how to use the latest software and Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.
You will be able to:
- select and manage an audit team, which involves:
- gathering data using questionnaires, on-site inspections, document reviews or interviews
- examining clients' records for appropriate government permits and requirements, safety standards, maintenance and inventory control measures
- reviewing management systems, emergency preparedness and response procedures, employee training (for compliance with corporate and government standards), environmental monitoring programs and waste management efforts
- writing final audit reports and discuss findings and recommendations with clients
- making presentations to directors and management
- assisting businesses in developing environmental management plans (policies and procedures)
- following up to ensure corrective and preventive actions in audit findings have been addressed
- further your education with university-transferrable courses.
