School of Environmental Studies and Biotechnology
Environmental Technician - Protection and Compliance
2 years – Ontario College Diploma
The environmental sector is growing and there is an emergence of new “green” jobs – locally, nationally and globally.
Overview
Professionals are needed to deal with climate change issues, land restoration, water conservation, water management, and other sustainability concerns.
This program offers you the opportunity to learn hands-on from experienced professors in the lab and in the field, and gain the skills you need to launch an exciting and relevant career.
Your Future Career
- Government agencies and ministries
- Energy sector
- Conservation authorities
- Natural resources
- Water agencies
- Private corporations
What You Learn
- Microbiology and toxicology
- Environmental monitoring
- Biology and chemistry
- Drinking water provincial certification
- Earth science and ecology
- Applied geomatics
- Benthos biomonitoring provincial certification
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U
If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. You must have a minimum overall band score of 5.5 on the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or equivalent accepted English language proficiency test to be admitted to a postsecondary program at the college. Notwithstanding the above, the English proficiency standards required to obtain Study Permits and Temporary Resident Visas from Canadian Embassies vary around the world. The higher English language proficiency standard will apply.
Curriculum
Curriculum
Semester 1
| BIO115 | Biology for Environmental Protection |
| CHM110 | Inorganic Chemistry |
| ENV214 | Earth Science |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
| ENV110 | Environmental Industry Success |
| MTH191 | Math for Technicians |
Semester 2
| ENV243 | Environmental Law |
| CHM125 | Chemistry II |
| ENV125 | Ecology |
| CMM140 | Technical Writing I |
| MTH195 | Applied Statistics |
| GENED | General Education Elective - Online |
Semester 3
| BIO121 | Environmental Microbiology I |
| ENV203 | Environmental Monitoring |
| ENV204 | Environmental Chemistry |
| ENV245 | Environmental Project Planning & Management |
| GEO100 | Applied Geomatics |
| ENV225 | Field Camp |
| ENV226 | Marine Conservation (Optional Credit) |
Semester 4
| BIO220 | Environmental Microbiology II |
| CLT100 | Canada's First Peoples |
| ENV210 | Limnology |
| ENV215 | Environmental Technology |
| ENV240 | Environmental Toxicology |
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees
2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
College Drive Campus – Domestic| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2720.24 | $1046.72 - 1186.72 | - | $220 | $4126.96 |
| 2 | $2720.24 | $911.72 - 1051.72 | - | $220 | $3991.96 |
2019-2020 – 2 years – Ontario College Diploma
College Drive Campus – International| Year | Tuition | Ancillary Fees | Material Fee | Trip Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12422.97 | $1696.72 - 1773.72 | - | $220 | $14416.69 |
| 2 | $12422.97 | $1561.72 - 1638.72 | - | $220 | $14281.69 |
What You Need - Recommended
What You Need - Recommended
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Certification/Accreditation
Certification/Accreditation
Ontario College Diploma along with optional certification in:
| Introduction to Biosafety | Operator in Training (MOEE/Water/ Waste Water/Distribution/Collection) |
| General Safety for Containment Labs | Green Check (Level 1) |
| Containment Level 2 Operational Practices | Ontario Benthos Biomonitoring - 27 group taxonomy |
| Personal Protective Equipment | Operation of Conventional Treatment Processes (At WCWC in Spring) |
| Decontamination in the Laboratory | Fish Identification (PADI) |
| Laboratory Acquired Infections | Open Water (PADI) |
| WHMIS | Coral Watch (PADI) |
| Worker Health and Safety Awareness | Underwater Digital Photography (PADI) |
| Vancouver Aquarium - Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup | Peak Performance Buoyancy (PADI) |
| Entry Level Drinking Water |
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.
Further Your Education
Further Your Education
Pathway to Canadore College Programs
- Environmental Management – 1 year to complete
- Recreation and Leisure Services – 1 year to complete
- Recreation Therapy – 1 year to complete
- Strength and Sport Conditioning – 1 year to complete
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Ontario?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution in Canada?
Looking to continue your studies with another post-secondary institution Internationally?
Please contact the Pathways Officer if you have additional questions regarding the credit transfer process:
Micheline Demers – Pathways Officer
705.474.7600 ext 5139
Micheline.Demers@canadorecollege.ca
