Conservation Enforcement – Bachelor of Applied Science
Conservation enforcement professionals deal with problem wildlife, investigate violations, handle park operations and enforce resource laws.
Delivery
- only four-year applied degree of its kind in Canada
- September admission
- first two years are offered in the Natural Resource Compliance program
Careers
- conservation, fishery, wildlife and natural resource officers, RCMP or municipal police officers, environmental investigators
Admission Requirements
Natural Resource Compliance diploma or equivalent
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $4,860 Year I
- $2,930 Year II
Renewable Resource Management
Renewable resource professionals deal with the sustainable management of natural resources by collecting and interpreting environmental information.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
- possible January admission
Careers
- renewable resource positions with government, environmental organizations, consulting firms and the environmental industry
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 50% English 30, 50% Math 20, 50% Biology 20, 50% Chemistry 20
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $7,200 Year I
- $6,260 Year II
Environmental Assessment and Restoration
Graduates of this program are involved in regeneration of disturbed lands, restoration of abandoned industrial sites, and environmental protection.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
Careers
- environmental technicians and investigators, reclamation technicians and officers, soil and environmental lab technicians, water monitoring and water management technicians
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 50% English 30, 50% Math 20, 50% Biology 20, 50% Chemistry 20
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $7,500 Year I
- $6,350 Year II
Fish and Wildlife Technology
Fish and wildlife technologists capture, handle and radio-track fish, waterfowl and wildlife, and measure, assess and monitor habitats.
Delivery
- one-year post-diploma/degree certification of specialization
- September and January admission
Careers
- biological, wildlife, fisheries or aquaculture technicians, resource, vegetation or habitat specialists, associate or assistant biologists
Admission Requirements
Renewable Resource Management diploma or equivalent diploma or degree
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Natural Resource Compliance
Graduates of this program help protect our land and wildlife and serve as stewards for the environment.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September admission
Careers
- environment and wildlife inspectors, conservation officers, park rangers, police officers, fish and wildlife officers
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 60% English, 60% Chemistry 20, 60% Biology 30, 60% Math 30, 60% Social Studies 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $6,930 Year I
- $6,520 Year II
Cellular/Molecular Technician
Cellular/Molecular technicians work in labs, providing testing services for medical, agricultural and environmental agencies.
Delivery
- 24-week credential of academic achievement
- September admission
- blended delivery
Careers
- labs associated with medical, veterinary and environmental sciences, forensics and genetics, plant and food safety, post-secondary institutions
Admission Requirements
50% English 30, 50% Math 20, 50% Biology 30 and 50% Chemistry 30
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
Agricultural Technology
Ag Tech grads work in various areas of the diverse agriculture industry, from farm finance and sales to agri-service and consulting.
Delivery
- two-year diploma
- September and January admission
Careers
- farm and ranch operators, agri-business and agri-service, agricultural research and consulting, farm finance
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with: 65% English 30, Math 20 or 30. Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 are recommended.
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.
- $5,780 Year I
- $5,750 Year II
Wind Turbine Technician
Work as a technician in the wind-turbine industry, or continue working toward your journeyman electrician certification.
Delivery
- 32-week certificate
- September, January or May admission
- Prepares students to write BZEE exams for certificate of competence
Careers
- Find work in areas such as: wind turbine electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, blade inspection and repair, wind farm construction, turbine manufacturing
Admission Requirements
High School Diploma with 50% Math 20 and 50% English 30-1 or 30-2 and a minimum of 10 high school science credits. Or successful completion of Alberta Apprenticeship first period Electrical pre-entrance exam with a minimum of 70%.
Fees
Estimate only. Includes tuition, fees, books and supplies.