College Diploma - Environmental Technology - (Optional Co-op)

Program overview

Gain field-ready skills in ecology, reclamation, and water science with Keyano’s Environmental Technology Diploma Program. This program is designed to prepare students for work in environmental science and resource management, focusing on Alberta’s natural resource industries. Students will explore, protect, and restore the environment while gaining real-world experience. The program includes a co-op work term, providing hands-on experience that enhances learning and prepares graduates for immediate employment in various environmental roles.

Program structure

The Environmental Technology Diploma Program at Keyano College is a two-year full-time program delivered in-person at the Keyano College Main Campus. The program structure includes:

• Program Length: 2 Years
• Delivery: In-person
• Includes: Summer Co-op Work Term

This program combines hands-on lab training, fieldwork, and a summer co-operative work term, allowing students to apply their learning directly to environmental monitoring, reclamation, and conservation projects. Students will develop practical and scientific skills in areas such as environmental sampling, water and soil quality monitoring, and ecosystem management. Graduates may also choose to transfer to the third year of the Environmental Science degree program at the University of Lethbridge.

Featured Experiences

The Environmental Technology Diploma Program offers several unique features that enhance the learning experience:

• Hands-on lab training and fieldwork to apply theoretical knowledge.
• Summer co-op work term for practical experience in the field.
• Field trips and outdoor lab work within the Fort McMurray region.
• Focus on Alberta’s oil sands, mining, and forestry sectors.
• Opportunities to work on environmental monitoring, reclamation, and conservation projects.

Career Options

Graduates of the Environmental Technology Diploma Program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Environmental Technician: Responsible for monitoring environmental conditions and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Conservation and Reclamation Assistant: Works on projects aimed at restoring and protecting natural habitats.
• Water Quality Monitor: Tests and analyzes water samples to ensure safety and compliance with environmental standards.
• Wildlife or Fisheries Technician: Assists in the management and conservation of wildlife and aquatic resources.
• Field Technologist: Conducts field studies and collects data for environmental assessments and research.

These roles provide graduates with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment while building a rewarding career in the field of environmental science.

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