CAMP 102 Winter Camp
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.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
COM_ 106 Scientific Report Writing
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.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
COMM 116 Communication Skills
You will be introduced to the fundamentals of professional conduct, public relations, letter writing, interoffice communication, oral presentations and job search skills.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
COMM 341
COMP 171 Introduction to Microsoft Word
Your studies will introduce you to basic word processing skills such as creating, editing and formatting documents, building tables, using templates and applying styles.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
CKEY 187
COAP 196
COAP 343
COMP 120
COMP 154
COMP 174 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 1
You will study the basic features of Excel. You will learn to format spreadsheet elements, create simple charts and use simple formulas and functions.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Course Attributes:
Equivalent Course(s):
COAP 138
COAP 197
COAP 344
COMP 120
COMP 175 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2
You will study the intermediate features of Excel. Using the skills and knowledge you acquired in COMP 174 or COMP 172, you will learn to work with multiple worksheets, create and modify several chart types, perform data manipulation features and use more advanced spreadsheet functions.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Course Attributes:
Equivalent Course(s):
COAP 344
Prerequisites:
COMP 172 Minimum Grade of 60
or COMP 174 Minimum Grade of 60
ENVR 101 Environmental Science and Technology 1
You will scientifically examine the natural world in an attempt to explain how life on earth is sustained. You will review human population development with its increasing resource requirements. The central theme is sustainable resource management applied to urban and natural environments. You will take a global perspective using objective risk analysis and environmental ethics.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
ENVR 440
EQPT 131 Photography in Resource Management
Photography has a variety of applications in resource management and resource law enforcement. You will learn how 35mm SLR, digital and video cameras operate. You will also create photographs and short videos.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
EQPT 133 Equipment and Safety of Boats
You will learn how to operate motorboats on lakes and rivers. You will become familiar with routine field maintenance, troubleshooting and operation procedures in hazardous conditions. At the conclusion of the course, you will be asked to complete the test for the National Coast Guard boating certificate.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
FIRE 101 Wildland Fire Fundamentals
You will apply wildland fire management fundamentals (including fire detection, assessment, and reporting, fire safety and organization, fire weather, fire behaviour and response planning systems). The course content includes 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.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
FORE 101 Introduction to Forestry
You will describe forest practices that are common in Saskatchewan. You will specify forest harvest and transportation systems, identify the methods for proper harvest and transportation operations, and learn basic forest measurement techniques and calculations. You will also perform a timber cruise where you will be required to prescribe appropriate harvest systems and techniques.
5.0
Credit Units
75.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
GIS_ 101 Geographic Information Systems for Resource Managers 1
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 ArcView GIS.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
GIS 350
GIS 440
GPS_ 100 Basics of Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
You will receive an introduction to GPS for resource managers. You will review basic GPS theory and principles of geodesy (including positioning methods, errors and error management). You will gain hands-on experience using single-frequency GPS receivers. You will learn how to navigate using handheld GPS receivers. You must complete a small project from the planning stage to final data output. You will also learn how to put GPS data into different file formats.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
MAPS 101 Introduction to Mapping and Compassing
Your studies will focus on mapping systems. Interpreting maps will be emphasized. You will also develop skills in ground and map measurements.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
MAPS 340
NAST 101 Aboriginal Cultural Awareness
You will gain an understanding of the diversity and richness of First Nations and Metis cultures, histories and current issues.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
NAST 340
PHOT 101 Aerial Photo Identification and Interpretation
You will learn the general principles associated with the use of aerial photographs and the practical application of identification, interpretation, ground truthing and measurements of ground features.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
RLAW 101 Resource Legislation
You will describe the creation and construction of legislation, the Summary Offences Procedures Act and the provincial and federal resource protection statutes and regulations.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
RLAW 342
RLAW 102 Aboriginal Resource Rights
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.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
RLAW 344
RLAW 103 Introduction to the Forest Resources Management Act and
Regulations
An overview of the specific legislation, regulations and policies affecting forestry and natural resources management in Saskatchewan will help you recognize the principles and theories of resource management and law enforcement.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FORE 441
RLAW 350
RSRC 101 Elements of Ecology
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 humans' role in ecosystems.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
RSRC 340
RSRC 102 Landscape, Soils and Ecoregions
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 provides a foundation for the study of soils, parent material and corresponding vegetation. A primary objective of this course is to have you apply your knowledge of geology, soils and vegetation within the integrated context of ecological land classification.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
SFTY 106 Wilderness Survival
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.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
SFTY 107 WHMIS and TDG
You will learn how to identify safety concerns and appropriate safety procedures related to your program. You will become familiar with standard safety courses (such as the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and Transportation of Dangerous Goods).
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning
SFTY 108 AVSafe 2000
To meet Saskatchewan Environment's goals, you will receive aviation safety training and become a safer and more knowledgeable passenger. This course is for those who work around or fly in aircraft in specialty or regular charter flying.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning
SFTY 118 Field Vehicle Operation and Safety
You will learn how to operate and maintain field vehicles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). You will also learn how to load and unload an ATV. Upon successful course completion, you will receive certification from the Canada Safety Council for ATV training.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
STAT 122 Introductory Statistics
You will be introduced to statistics for the purpose of summarizing and communicating scientific information. Distributions of data will be summarized as to central tendencies and patterns of dispersion. The course content includes point estimates, intervals and graphical representations of data.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
TAX_ 100 Plant Taxonomy and Identification
You will learn how to identify lesser vegetation, terrestrial and aquatic, by field characteristics and site.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
WILD 101 Ecology, Biology and Management of Saskatchewan Wildlife
Knowledge of the biology and ecology of wildlife is fundamental to managing their populations and habitats. 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, and 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.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
CAMP 302 Forest Harvest and Utilization Tour
You will participate in an organized tour of winter forestry practices. Harvesting procedures, access roads, mill processing procedures and milling yields will be emphasized.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Equivalent Course(s):
CAMP 352
CAMP 303 Applied Forestry Field Surveying
At the end of your first year of training, you will attend our boreal field camp. You will apply the knowledge, skills and management techniques you have learned to effectively measure and predict wood volumes, plan harvests and implement
re-forestation and silvicultural procedures.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Equivalent Course(s):
CAMP 353
EQPT 401 Chainsaws and Thinning Saws
You will learn how to use chainsaws and thinning saws in a field setting. This will include proper cutting techniques and safety procedures.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
FEMT 301 Botany
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.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FEMT 410
FORE 342
FEMT 401 Forest Health 1
You will describe and identify general pest, disease, climatic and pollution damage agents that represent forest health concerns in Saskatchewan.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FEMT 323
FORE 342
FEMT 402 Forest Health 2
Your studies will focus on the applied fundamentals of forest entomology and pathology, and integrated ecological pest detection, monitoring and control activities.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FEMT 423
FEMT 403 Forest Planning and Public Communications
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.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
FEMT 404 Forest Management
You will receive an introduction to forest and resource management economic principles and their implications in forest planning and operations. You will examine forest management as an entrepreneurial business from an accounting perspective. You will consider the price of time in making forest decisions and discuss the criteria for making business decisions. You will describe forest planning principles (such as sustained yield, rotation age, annual allowable cut and age class imbalances). Working with a set of objectives, you will gather and record field data on a forest management area to make rational decisions regarding your woodlot. You will propose a forest operating plan for evaluation, and report on an operating plan review meeting.
5.0
Credit Units
75.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
FORE 402 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and FORE 403 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and GIS 101 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and GIS 401 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
FEMT 405 Forest Stewardship and Auditing
You will analyze current forest stewardship certification systems and environmental indicators with a view to their relevance to sustainable forest management. In consultation with an instructor or forestry sector partner, you will plan, complete and document a short investigative project related to forest auditing.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
FEMT 406 Biomonitoring
You will receive an introduction to applied biomonitoring principles and techniques specific to wildlife and aquatics in forested environments.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FEMT 524
FEMT 408 Forest Watershed Management
You will examine the interrelationship between forests, watersheds and aquatic habitats. You will learn the principles of forest hydrology and practical skills for calculating water budgets, measuring precipitation, determining stream flow and assessing the health of riparian systems. You will also learn about aquatic ecology with an emphasis on fish and fish habitat sensitivities in the boreal forest. You will then consider these physical and ecological perspectives in the context of recognizing, preventing and mitigating forestry-related impacts on terrestrial and aquatic systems.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
FIRE 401 Fire Ecology and Prescribed Fire
You will study fire history and fire ecology to evaluate the effects of fire within natural ecosystems.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
FIRE 402 Fire Prevention Techniques
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.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
FIRE 381
FIRE 540
FIRE 404 Arson Investigation
You will apply the principles of arson investigation in a forestry context.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FIRE 584
Prerequisites:
FIRE 101 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
FORE 401 Forest Utilization
You will evaluate common forest products and manufacturing systems, and value-added principles. You will also study the relationships between forest products and ecosystem management.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FORE 352
FORE 402 Forest Measurements
You will use your field and analytical skills to conduct forest assessments (such as Permanent Sample Plots, Permanent Ecological Sample Plots, non-consumptive values and non-timber values). You will employ the principles and techniques for evaluating and monitoring forest growth and yield in various methods to prepare for timber supply analysis. You will construct and use a variety of tables to determine the value of unprocessed forest products.
5.0
Credit Units
75.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
FORE 101 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
FORE 403 Silviculture
You will design, conduct, supervise, plan, lay out and audit forest stand tending activities and forest renewal efforts. While performing a variety of operational field activities, you will assess the benefits, timing, relative costs and equipment usage of silviculture operations. The operational aspect will include determination, proposals, pricing, quality and costing. You will also undertake the formulation and conduct of Pre-Harvest Silviculture Prescriptions.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
FEMT 301 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and FORE 101 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and TAX 100 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
FORE 404 Forest Scaling
Your studies will focus on identifying log volumes and values, and Saskatchewan's royalty assessments. This is a preparatory course to obtain a Saskatchewan forest scaling license.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FORE 453
FORE 405 Forest Access Techniques
You will learn and 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.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FORE 470
FORE 406 Vegetation Management
You will describe factors of vegetation management that deal with viewshed, riparian buffers, and windbreaks. You will describe some proposal and contract procedures. You will also investigate the various agroforestry practices and their potential benefits at the provincial and other levels.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
GIS_ 401 Geographic Information Systems for Resource Managers 2
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 GIS. You will learn spatial analysis techniques. Your GIS skills will be applied in a resource management project.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
GIS 440
Prerequisites:
GIS 101 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
HORT 400 Urban Forestry
You will receive an introduction to horticultural practices with practical application to pruning landscape trees and shrubs within an urban environment. You will receive an exposure to exotic plant species and their identification, establishment and maintenance. A 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.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
HUMR 401 Human Resource Management
You will apply the principles of human resource management by exploring human behaviour, motivation, supervision, leadership, teamwork and effective project management. The course also provides a detailed look at current human resource management systems.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
HUMR 350
MATH 301 Forestry Math Fundamentals
You will learn and practice the math fundamentals required for analyzing and solving forestry-related questions and problems.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
MATH 350
MGMT 401 Land Use Management
You will examine several aspects of the land use planning process. You will also organize a resource management conference.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
MGMT 445
SFTY 401 Workplace Safety
You will describe and demonstrate safe working skills related to Occupational Health and Safety requirements and in forestry activities.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning
STAT 401 Statistics
Building predictive models from empirical data lies at the heart of resource management procedures. You will apply statistics, compare samples and make management decisions based on comprehensive data analysis.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
STAT 440
Prerequisites:
STAT 122 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
SYST 401 Remote Sensing 1
The course provides an introduction to satellite imagery and image interpretation for natural resource management applications.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
SYST 340
WILD 401 Integrated of Wildlife and Forest Management
Commercial forests provide habitat for a wide variety of wildlife species. Forestry operations affect wildlife habitat. You will receive an introduction to the habitat relationships of forest-dwelling wildlife, how forestry operations alter wildlife habitats and how wildlife concerns are integrated into forest management.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Equivalent Course(s):
FEMT 320
WORK 401 Work Experience
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 forestry.
0.0
Credit Units
180.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Work Experience -Individual
Equivalent Course(s):
WORK 450
