Environmental Biology and Reclamation Technology

Program Overview

The Environmental Biology and Reclamation Technology diploma program equips students with the skills and knowledge to restore disturbed lands to usable or natural habitats. Through coursework and field experiences, students develop expertise in surveying, water and soil studies, botany, agronomy, weed control, environmental assessment, and reclamation technologies. Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental monitoring, site remediation, resource reclamation, and environmental impact studies.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Environmental reclamation is the process of restoring lands disturbed by various activities (mining, oil and gas, transportation, logging) back to usable or natural habitats.
• The Environmental Biology and Reclamation Technology program is a two-year diploma designed to provide students with the expertise and support to carry out the reclamation and re-vegetation of these disturbed lands.
It focuses on the unique environmental conditions of southern Alberta and Saskatchewan.
• Students will develop skills and knowledge in:
• Surveying and mapping
• Water and soil studies
• Botany and plant taxonomy
• Agronomy
• Weed control
• Environmental assessment and monitoring
• Environmental law
• Legislation and reclamation technologies

Teaching:

• The program's faculty includes:
• Allie Campbell
• Brent Smith
• Morganne Wall

Careers:

• Graduates may find employment in field-based or office-based roles with private or government agencies involved in:
• Environmental monitoring
• Site mediation and reclamation
• Resource reclamation
• Well decommissioning