You will be introduced to scientific research and accessing and incorporating scientific literature. These elements are combined in a research project that will provide you with the opportunity to assemble, synthesize and report your research findings in a technical report format.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will examine the natural world scientifically in an attempt to explain how life on earth is sustained. You will review human population development with its increasing resource requirements. You will study sustainable resource management applied to urban and natural environments including associated risks of hazardous materials. You will take a global perspective using objective risk analysis and environmental ethics.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Equivalent Course(s): ENVR 440

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study a variety of photographic techniques in resource management and resource enforcement. You will create digital images and videos to be integrated into documentation.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to use chainsaws in a field setting. This will include proper cutting techniques and safety procedures.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will describe forest practices that are common in Saskatchewan. You will describe forest harvesting methods as well as harvest and transportation systems. You will be introduced to the forest regions of Canada while discussing various silviculture practices.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for resource managers. You will gain hands-on experience navigating using handheld GPS receivers. Your studies will include entering GPS data into various Geographic Information Systems (GIS) file formats. Using handheld and survey-grade receivers, you will practice advanced data collection techniques.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on mapping systems and compassing. You will interpret maps and develop skills in ground and map measurements. You will learn the basics of internet mapping software.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Equivalent Course(s): MAPS 340

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab, Web CT/Blackboard

You will describe the creation and construction of legislation, the Summary Offences Procedures Act and the provincial and federal resource protection statutes and regulations. As well, you will be provided an overview of the specific legislation, regulations and policies affecting forestry and natural resources management in Saskatchewan which will help you recognize the principles and theories of resource management and law enforcement.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will cover the spatial and temporal variation of life. You will explore the factors that influence the distribution of life and the competitive forces that restrict or enhance population growth. You will receive a summary evaluation of human's role in ecosystems.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 15

Equivalent Course(s): RSRC 340

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Web CT/Blackboard

You will be introduced to processes and features that help shape and define the landscape of Saskatchewan. You will learn about fluvial and glacial geomorphologic processes and will be able to describe their associated landforms. This will provide you a foundation for the study of soils, parent material and corresponding vegetation. You will apply your knowledge of geology, soils and vegetation within the integrated context of ecological land classification.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to operate, maintain, load and unload field vehicles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). You will also learn how to operate motorboats on lakes and rivers. You will become familiar with routine field maintenance, troubleshooting and operation procedures in hazardous conditions. Your studies will help you gain certification from the Canada Safety Council for ATV training and help you prepare to challenge the exam for the National Coast Guard boating certificate.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn how to identify specific terrestrial and aquatic vegetation by field characteristics and site characteristics.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will develop skills that allow you to successfully compete for jobs in the field of resources, as well as other related careers.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will participate in a winter camp and apply the principles of snowmobile safety, winter emergency survival techniques and ice-rescue techniques. You will increase your competency for working under arduous conditions while exploring winter ecology in a boreal setting.

Credit Units: 2

Lab Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will spend six days in the southern half of Saskatchewan where you will explore a wide variety of fish, wildlife and park management activities. Your tour will focus on grassland ecosystems: grassland ecology, endangered wildlife and plants, and a variety of wildlife, fisheries and park management issues and activities.

Credit Units: 2

Lab Hours: 30

Equivalent Course(s): CAMP 540

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will participate in a winter camp and apply the principles of winter water quality and under-ice fish netting techniques. You will increase your competency for working under arduous conditions while exploring winter ecology in a boreal setting.

Credit Units: 1

Lab Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will describe the processes of plant life from the cellular level, growth and reproduction, photosynthesis, respiration, fluid translocation and germination. You will identify a plant's contribution to society and the ecosystem with emphasis on forestry plants. You will also identify some physical properties of wood.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Equivalent Course(s): FEMT 410, FORE 342

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply wildland fire management fundamentals including fire detection, assessment and reporting, fire safety and organization, fire weather, fire behaviour as well as response planning systems. You will participate in field exercises in fire pump set-up, hose handling, sprinkler system set-up, two-way radio communication and the use of hand tools and fire foam. A simulation exercise in basic fire tactics is integral to the course.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to aquatic habitat surveys. You will learn about aquatic ecology and acquire the skills needed to safely sample aquatic habitats and interpret water quality. You will also become familiar with fish anatomy and learn how to identify fish species and aquatic invertebrates inhabiting Saskatchewan waters.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 75

Prerequisites(s): CAMP 305

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

You will gain an understanding of the diversity and richness of First Nations and Métis cultures, histories and current issues.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will describe the treaties, Natural Resources Transfer Agreement, Constitution Act 1982 and case law with respect to the special rights of Aboriginal people to the resources.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn the basic survival techniques involving clothing, shelter building, fire, signaling and collecting food and water. You will also learn how to deal with wildlife during dangerous encounters.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to statistics for the purpose of summarizing and communicating scientific information. Your studies will include distributions of data summarized as to central tendencies and patterns of dispersion as well as point estimates, intervals and graphical representations of data.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will examine how wildlife populations relate to their environments. You will learn the life history and biology of Saskatchewan big game mammals, upland game birds, waterfowl, non-game wildlife, fish species, as well as threatened and endangered species. You will also learn the management challenges, strategies and goals for these species, and the environmental laws pertaining to threatened and endangered species.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will compare the internal and external anatomical features of amphibians, birds and mammals as well as describe necropsy procedures. You will learn how to identify the members of these vertebrate classes that occur in Saskatchewan.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will trace the development of wildlife management in North America and examine the different management eras, concepts and practices from the past to the present. You will be introduced to the work of influential people in wildlife management over the past century.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will participate in and report on a six-week work experience. You will apply and demonstrate your knowledge and skills in the field of natural resource management.

Credit Units: 0

Lab Hours: 180

Learning Method(s): Work Experience -Individual

You will immerse yourself in wildlife management field techniques. You will work through a variety of scenarios to develop tools and techniques for dealing with wildlife. You will develop field skills suitable for resource technicians including how to manage public relations when working with problem wildlife.

Credit Units: 3

Lab Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lab/Practical

Your training will include an immersion in resource management field techniques. You will work directly with a variety of aquatic organisms, assess and apply management procedures, and collect field data that will be used in your second year labs and exercises. You will learn and practice the ethical treatment and proper handling of fish.

Credit Units: 2

Lab Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will describe and identify general pest, disease, climatic and pollution damage agents that represent forest health concerns in Saskatchewan.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to survey the physical, chemical and biological components of lakes and streams.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): CAMP 412

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to advanced topics in aquatic habitat sampling and interpretation. You will aquire the knowledge and skills needed for biomonitoring sampling, electrofishing, fish ageing and fish population analysis.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will describe the need for forest measurements, the tools commonly employed in forest measurements and some sampling techniques used in forest measurements. You will also perform forest measurements and calculations to obtain volumes for bolts, piles, trees, unit area and at the stand level.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will apply the principles and techniques required for planning, constructing, managing and retiring forest access. You will prepare a plan for an all-weather forest access road as well as discuss skidding, yarding systems and harvest dristribution.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Equivalent Course(s): FORE 470

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will achieve a basic understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts and principles. You will learn how to display spatial data, work with tables and create a map layout using ArcGIS for desktop.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Equivalent Course(s): GIS 350, GIS 440

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Web CT/Blackboard

You will use statistical software to predict outcomes and compare samples. You will prepare data analyses to help you make resource management decisions.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): STAT 122

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will learn fundamental field skills in wildlife damage prevention, data and sample collection, and age/sex determination. You will also learn how to ethically capture and handle wildlife.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Prerequisites(s): CAMP 411

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will recognize the importance of furbearing mammals as a source of income for many Saskatchewan residents (especially in northern areas of the province). You will study furbearing mammals and examine the development of the fur industry in Canada. You will also study the biology, ecology and management of Saskatchewan furbearers.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study techniques to assess habitat quality to determine its capability for supporting wildlife. You will learn the fundamentals of and current guidelines for the protection of wildlife and their habitats within a variety of human resource developments.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study how to integrate wildlife issues into the context of the economy. You will examine landowner attitudes towards wildlife, wildlife habitat issues as well as the realities and ethics of incorporating game birds and mammals into the commercial economy.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will study pollution prevention and mitigation technology. You will also develop environmental management strategies for agriculture, oilfield, mining and pulp and paper operations.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Equivalent Course(s): ENVR 441

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will examine the dangers from wildfire associated with living in wildland/urban interface areas. Your studies will focus on mitigation techniques that can be applied through public and local government involvement. Your field exercises will include the completion of hazard reduction plans for wildland/urban interface areas. As well, you will assess the ecological role of wildland fires.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to fisheries management principles as they apply to protecting fish habitat and fisheries resource utilization. You will become familiar with fish parasites and disease and the steps involved in conducting fish kill investigations. Your studies will also include habitat protection, invasive species, legislation, enforcement and the scientific basis for establishing quotas and limits.

Credit Units: 4

Other Hours: 60

Equivalent Course(s): FISH 446

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will consider the biological components of fisheries management and critique current issues and management options for maintaining and improving fish resources.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will build on the skills and concepts learned in GIS 101 (Geographic Information Systems for Resource Managers 1). You will input data and examine how coordinate systems and scale relate to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). You will learn spatial analysis techniques and apply your skills in a resource management project.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Prerequisites(s): GIS 101

Equivalent Course(s): GIS 440

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Web CT/Blackboard

You will be introduced to horticultural practices with practical application to pruning landscape trees and shrubs within an urban environment. You will study exotic plant species and their identification, establishment and maintenance. Your background in landscaping and plants will aid in an assessment of a site visit for the purpose of recommending horticultural practices. You will be provided with an insight to a variety of urban forestry equipment and their relative costs and safe use.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will use the fundamentals of forest ecosystem management and a variety of public communications and public input techniques to describe operational forest planning in Saskatchewan.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the history, development and management framework of Saskatchewan’s park system. You will also learn about procedures for evacuation and re-entry of danger areas as well as search and rescue techniques.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

Your studies will focus on the principles and application of environmental interpretation and visitor service programs. You will also learn about procedures for trail development, managing visitors and conflict, emergency trouble-shooting and risk management.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will conduct a research project. You will integrate the skills, training and knowledge you acquired throughout the program to design, conduct, analyze and present the results of a resource management project.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to satellite imagery. Your studies will include remote interpretation techniques for natural resource management applications.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Equivalent Course(s): SYST 340

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Web CT/Blackboard

You will assess wildlife populations using a variety of survey techniques that wildlife managers use to quantify the size, distribution and density of wildlife populations. You will also examine the tools managers use to regulate the sustainable harvest of wildlife and simulate the responses of wildlife populations to human manipulations.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will use physiological parameters to assess the health and reproductive status of wildlife populations. You will examine the principles of wildlife nutrition and learn methods to assess the reproductive and nutritional status of wildlife.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 30

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab