Fleming College

Students interested in the Fish and Wildlife Technology program are required to enter via the Fish and Wildlife Technician level of the program. During the second year of the technician level, students can apply, through an internal application process, to be considered for entry to the technology level. Students must successfully complete all four semesters of the technician level to be granted entry to the technology program.

Expand your career horizons. Through building on what you've learned in the Fish and Wildlife Technician program, and adding more in-depth studies into the science of fish and wildlife management, you'll be prepared for even greater career success in the field.

You'll take part in more hands-on field experiences and related work placements, training in advanced laboratory techniques, data compilation and analysis, and report writing. An exciting, four-weeks of field placement provides you with the opportunity to further explore your career options - and make valuable employment contacts. Two, week-long field camps in the fall and winter will round out your more intensive experience and extensive skill set.

• Fleming is the only college in Ontario offering a third year specialization in Fish and Wildlife Technology.
• Program graduates are eligible for advanced standing into Trent University's Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology or Honours Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Resource Studies and can complete their Honours degree with just two years of study at Trent.
• Program graduates are eligible for advanced standing entry to Wilfrid Laurier University, Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies and can complete this degree with two years of study.

The Fish and Wildlife Technology program benefits from the expertise and enthusiasm of faculty with extensive real-life experience in the field, and from hands-on, experiential learning. We also help you secure your future, as many governmental and private employers are looking for graduates from this program. Our contacts are a valuable resource in your career development.

Students in our School’s diploma programs take the same courses for first semester after choosing and being accepted into one of our programs. This common focus exposes you to a variety of career options and other programs. You will have the freedom to explore and obtain a multidisciplinary perspective, while you acquire a base of knowledge and fundamental skills.

Although students are accepted into a specific program for their first semester, the common first semester allows you to change direction if you find another program or career area is more appealing. Once you have successfully completed the common first semester, you can enter the program of your choice in second semester, subject to enrolment capacity.

To further practice your skills and expand your network of employment contacts, you'll take part in a field placement during each semester.

As a Fish and Wildlife Technologist, you should possess:

• analytical skills
• strong sciences/maths background
• problem-solving ability and research skills

Like the Fish and Wildlife Technician, you will find work in Canada from coast to coast, and as a Technologist, you will be able to move into managerial or specialized positions more quickly than with the two-year Technician diploma. You will find work for a variety of organizations, such as government research agencies and ministries, private consulting firms, or environmental non-government organizations. No matter where you go in the Fish and Wildlife world, you are never far from a Fleming graduate!

Students wishing to graduate with a three-year Fish and Wildlife Technology diploma must first successfully complete the two-year Fish and Wildlife Technician program. Entrance into the third year is a competitive process based on marks obtained in the diploma program. The technology program is capped at 30 students.

Plan on spending approximately $675 for books, supplies and field camps.

Fish and Wildlife students are required to participate in field activities that include walking kilometres over rough terrain, carrying heavy gear, and operating small watercraft, in all weather conditions, including rain, deep snow, and extreme temperatures

Students applying to Fish and Wildlife Technology must meet the following requirements:

• Successful completion of the Fish and Wildlife Technician program.

• Synthesize knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and ecological principles and apply this to the protection, management and effective utilization of fish and wildlife resources.
• Identify and classify, at an advanced level, a wide range of biota and habitats, and analyze and interpret their relationship to and influence on fish and wildlife management.
• Apply fisheries and wildlife science to effectively design, develop, and implement management techniques, protocols and prescriptions that support sustainable management of fish and wildlife resources.
• Interpret and apply current and emerging regulations, standards and policies to support and guide fish and wildlife planning and management practices.
• Employ state-of the-art protocols and design tools and techniques to monitor and manage fish and wildlife populations and related habitat, with a predominant focus on provincial standards.
• Using previously collected field data, interpret, analyze and synthesize material...
• Apply computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software to facilitate the creation of management directions.
• Safely maintain and supervise the calibration, operation, and troubleshooting of a range of equipment and machinery.
• Collect, organize, manage, analyze, synthesize and critique field and lab data, in accordance with accepted procedures and standards.
• Apply geospatial analysis tools and technologies for organizing and presenting information.
• Supervise the appropriate handling of all tools, materials and equipment, in compliance with industry/ministry safety and operating standards, ensuring optimum health and safety of self, team members and the environment.
• Effectively synthesize, communicate and convey technical ideas and information to a wide range of audiences, at the appropriate level, to inform/guide planning and decision making.
• Ensure that self and team members act in accordance with norms and professional codes of ethical practice.
• Research and critically assess fish and wildlife practices, technologies, issues and trends from a range of sources, including primary literature and scholarly journals.
• Contribute to community-based research and development projects, with industry partners, to produce ecosystem-based management plans and strategies.
• Work effectively in a collaborative work environment, demonstrating effective teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to coordinate, plan and supervise projects in the field.
• Prepare a portfolio that reflects personal growth, job readiness and resources for ongoing professional development and learning.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of business infrastructure practices and procedures in the field of fish and wildlife resource management.
• Demonstrate the achievement of skills, knowledge and attributes to the level required by industry-recognized accrediting bodies (e.g. North American Wildlife and Technical Association NAWTA).
• Articulate and incorporate the principles of quality assurance/quality control and personal integrity in the collection, sampling, analysis and interpretation of field/lab data, operation and use of tools and equipment, and other related activities.

PC / Windows

• Operating System:
  Windows 10
• Processor:
  2.2+ GHz processor hyperthreaded*, multicore
• Memory:
  8+GB minimum
• Hard Disk:
  32GB free space
• Software:
  1024x768 or higher, 24-bit color depth and with 4+GB graphics memory

Internet Connection: 10 Mbps Download and 1.0 Mbps Upload (recommended)