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Forest Technology TWO-Year Diploma at Castlegar For the latest information about this program, please visit selkirk.ca/programs/ rr/academicprograms/foresttechnology/ details/ Program Calendar 2012 • September 4 - Get Connected student orientation • September 5 - Fall semester instruction begins • December 7 - Fall semester instruction ends • December 10 - 21 - Fall semester examinations 2013 • January 2 - Winter semester instruction begins • February 18-22 - Reading Break • April 5 - Winter semester instruction ends • April 8-16 - Winter semester examinations • April 16-30 - Field School Program Objectives Selkirk College’s Forestry Program is known throughout the country for excellence in forest technology education. This program emphasizes an ecological approach to forest land management. Subject areas include applied ecology, planning, regeneration, inventory, hydrology, habitat and forest protection in a Nationally Accredited program. Selkirk College students spend more than 50 percent of their class time in the field learning in real world projects. The program also emphasizes advanced technology including Geographic Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems applications. The College’s graduates are benefiting from our training and the recognition by government, industry and communities of the importance of better forest management. Curriculum Advisory The curriculum for this program is developed in consultation with the Program Advisory Committee (PAC). The PAC membership includes people who hire our students and many are past graduates. Organizations currently having representatives on the committee include: Ministry of Forests, small and large forest companies, and forest consultants. The PAC meets regularly, and their feedback result in changes to the program. Course of Studies Translation Key: • Crd = Credits • Lec = Lecture Hours per week; • Lab = Lab Hours per week; • Ttl = Total course hours Courses marked as (D) are available via Distance Education. Course N name C crd Lec Lab Ttl Semester 1 ENVR 150 Hydrology I 3 2 2 4 ENVR 160 Surveying and ENVR 162 Field Measurements 4 2 4 6 Applied Botany and Ecosystem Classification 3 2 3 5 ENVR 164 Soil and Earth Sciences 3 2 3 5 ENVR 190 Computer Applications I 1 0 2 2 MATH 160 Technical Mathematics 3 1 2 3 TWC 150 Introduction to Technical Communications I 3 3 0 3 Total: 20 12 16 28 Course N name C crd Lec Lab Ttl Semester 2 ENVR 154 Applied Mapping and Remote Sensing 2 1 3 4 ENVR 158 Introduction to GIS 1.5 1 3 4 ENVR 161 Global Positioning 1.5 1 3 4 Systems and Navigation ENVR 163 Terrestrial Ecology and Biology 4 3 3 6 ENVR 170 Fish and Wildlife Ecology 3 2 3 5 MATH 190 Resource Statistics 3 3 0 3 TWC 151 Introduction to Technical 3 3 0 3 Communications II 3 3 0 3 Total: 18 14 15 29 Course N name C crd Lec Lab Ttl Semester 3 FOR 278 Forestry Field School 2 32 0 32 Total: 2 32 0 32 Course N name C crd Lec Lab Ttl Semester 4 FOR 250 Silviculture I 4 3 4 7 FOR 260 Applied Hydrology and Engineering 4 3 4 7 FOR 265 Forest Measurements 3 2 3 5 FOR 271 Applied Ecology and Range Management 3 1 3 4 FOR 274 Forest Health 3 1 4 5 FOR 280 Applied Research Project 1 1 0 1 Total: 18 11 18 29 Course N name C crd Lec Lab Ttl Semester 5 ENVR 250 Aboriginal Peoples and Environmental Management 3 2 2 4 ENVR 290 Computer Applications 2 1 2 3 FOR 200 Field Trip Study 1 32 0 32 FOR 251 Silviculture II 4 3 4 7 FOR 253 Forest Policy and Resource Management 2 1 3 4 FOR 261 Forest Harvesting 4 2 4 6 FOR 275 Forest Pest Management 3 2 3 5 Total: 19 43 18 61 School of Environment and Geomatics Selkirk College 12/13 175
Forest Technology Degree Programs The Forest Technology Program now ladders into the Selkirk College Bachelor In Geographic Information Systems and counts as the first two years of this program. Alternately, there is a long-standing tradition of our graduates transfering and successfully completing university degrees. Selkirk’s Forest Technology graduates have successfully transfered credit towards degrees in universities throughout Canada and the United States. Selkirk College also has formal transfer arrangements with the following institutions: University of Northern BC, Thompson Rivers University, and Royal Roads University. Common Core The first year of Forest Technology, Recreation, Fish & Wildlife Technology and Integrated Environmental Planning Technology programs consist of a core of common courses emphasizing resource skills, knowledge and professionalism in: inventory, measurement, mapping, communications, math, and interpretation. The second year of each program synthesizes the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of first year with applied management, planning, and advanced techniques and principles. Integration of learning in each program is required. Students interested in dual diplomas can complete any second or third diploma with one additional year of study. CO-OP Education Option Environment and Geomatics students have the opportunity to enrol in Co-op Education. This program consists of four-month work terms that allow students to access unique experiential learning. Co-op work terms are administrated as regular course work with both cost and reporting requirments. Benefits include maintenance of full-time student status as well as access to employment and experience unavailable outside of the Co-op Program. For more information contact the Co-op Education Office at (250) 365-1280. CO-OP 170 / 270 / 370 Work Terms These courses provide the practical application of academic studies. Students spend work terms at an employer site. A report covering each work Semester is required. 15 Credit-hours / work term Career Potential Graduates are immediately employable and have developed careers throughout BC, Canada and internationally with government, small and large industry, non government organizations, First Nations and the consulting sector. Over 80% of our graduates find both seasonal and full time forestry employment within two months of graduation. This nationally accredited program enables a direct track for registration with the Association of BC Forest Professionals. Finally, program staff are committed to helping students find relevant experience and employment. Admission Requirements Program staff are committed to help students preparing for admission into the program. In addition to meeting the general entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk College, an applicant must meet the following School of Environment and Geomatics program requirements: Please note in the chart below, the new math requirements for students entering Grade 10 in the 2010/11 school year. SECONDARY SCHOOL MATH ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Selkirk College Minimum Requirements Principles of Math 11 with a grade of “C+” or better, or Applications of Math 11 with a grade of “B” or better. Selkirk College Recommended Requirements Principles of Math 11 with a grade of “C+” or better. Selkirk College Math Requirement (as of September 2013) Foundations 11 with a grade of “C+” or better. Principles of Math 11 with a grade of ‘C+’ or better, or Applications of Math 11 with a grade of ‘B’ or better. HIGH SCHOOL GRADuates • Completion of senior secondary school graduation (or equivalent) with the following courses or their equivalents: BIOL 11, ENGL 12, and Principles of MATH 11 with a “C+”. MATURE STUDENT • Mature student entry is possible without secondary school completion but mature applicants must have BIOL 11 or 12 and ENGL 12, or equivalent courses with a “C+”, and Principles of MATH 11 with a “C+”. • Applicants may be required to complete preparatory modules in mathematics, writing and computers, where identified by the school. In individual cases, related work experience can be considered in the application process at discretion of the School Chair All applicants must be in good health and reasonably good physical condition. A demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, outdoor work is essential as much of the work is done in the field, often under adverse and arduous weather and topographic conditions. For any questions related to prerequisites and support, please contact School Chair. Computer Competency Computer competency is an important element of success in the program. It is strongly recommended that students have entry level experience with MS Word / MS Excel / and the internet prior to starting the program. Required Certificates Forest technology students are required to obtain first-aid certification during the fall term if they do not possess a valid certificate prior to registration. The minimum cost for such certification is approximately $95 and may be higher depending on level of certification desired by the student. Additionally, S-100 firefighting certification is required and is offered through the continuing education department at a nominal cost to students. Second year students are required to take part in a five-to-six day field trip during March/April. Program Courses ENVR 150 Hydrology I This course is an introductory study of water in our environment including its properties, the natural processes which affect it, climate and weather, and practical experience in the collection and analyses of field and laboratory data using standard techniques and equipment. ENVR 160 Surveying and Field Measurements This course covers the practical use of common survey instruments and techniques used by environmental technicians. As well, the course will introduce the student to various sampling methods used to collect, assess, classify, and evaluate field data. Emphasis is placed on the proper care and use of basic surveying and measurement tools and the skills involved in collecting and interpreting precise and accurate field data. 176 Selkirk College 12/13 School of Environment and Geomatics
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