Ecosystem Management Technician (Part-time)

This course will enable students to apply specific mathematical concepts and acquire foundation skills important in the Natural Resource and Environmental Sciences. It is designed to complement and reinforce learning within other first semester courses and program areas.

Communications I for Environmental and Natural Resource Studies is an introductory course that provides a foundation in college-level communications. In this course, students learn to read critically, write appropriately for a variety of audiences, conduct research, cite references, revise for clarity and correctness, and present those results in various formats. In seminars, labs, and modules students will engage in both independent and collaborative activities, including the development and presentation of a research assignment to help them become more effective communicators in academic and professional contexts within in the field of Environmental and Natural Resource Studies.

This course introduces students to the processes and materials that shape our planet. Topics include the unifying theory of plate tectonics and how it underpins fundamental geological processes that operate on and within the Earth, the geological evolution of Canada, and the dynamic relationship between Earth, climate, and humans. Students will learn to identify rocks, minerals, and soils at an introductory level, and develop an understanding of Earth and its atmosphere.

This course will focus on three areas of study: identification, field and lab skills. Students will identify and classify the living and non-living components of the specific ecosystems described in the Ecology and Environment (ENVR 20) course. Field skills to be developed include the ability to navigate through the natural environment and use a variety of ecosystem inventory techniques. Special emphasis will be placed on safe work habits in lab and field.

Learn how nature works by studying the key components of the ecosystems in the Kawartha Lakes Region. Through field and lab exploration of wild life, landforms, forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands, students will see the connections between themselves, the environment and ecosystems that surround them.

Ecology: Concepts and Linkages introduces contemporary theory, ideology and practices of ecosystem management. Students use qualitative and quantitative methodology, historical context, and selected experiences to assemble ecological data and information into knowledge that functions to benefit ecosystems. The course integrates ecology, environmental and ecosystem health sciences to assist in the understanding and sequential application of ecosystem management practices.

Data used in the environmental and natural resource fields are nearly always tied to a geographic location. In this course students will learn the specialized skills needed to work with spatial data including mapping fundamentals, field data collection, data management, spatial analysis, and cartography. Students will use online mapping tools and ArcGIS to analyze geographic data and apply recognized cartographic standards to create a map related to their field of study.

This course deals with the identification of approximately 100 species of trees and shrubs of importance to those managing the forests resources of Ontario. Throughout the semester identification features for common trees and shrubs in both summer and winter condition are introduced and applied. A number of field trips are utilized to assist students with their identification skills. In the weekly lecture series topics such as tree growth, reproduction, photosynthesis, respiration, forest ecology and uses of trees will be introduced. At the completion of the course students will have a sound working knowledge of dendrology. The skills introduced in this semester may then be used in following semesters when working with Forest Ecosystem Classification, Restoration Ecology, Conservation Planning and other habitat management situations.

This is an introductory level course in Vector GIS. Students will be exposed to various components of Vector GIS, including co-ordinate systems, map projections, data sources and data structures. Students will also learn how to produce maps in order to effectively communicate geographic information. Data collection techniques will be explored through the use of a GPS receiver.

This course provides an introduction to laws that have an impact on the use of natural resources in Ontario. The course will deal with an overview of the legal system, the underlying principles of gaining compliance, and specific legislation that may be encountered in the natural resources field.

This course covers data organization, the basic statistical parameters, confidence intervals for means, the normal distribution, hypothesis testing (Chi-square, 'F', 't' and Anova), and regression analysis.

Students taking this course will develop skills, knowledge, and attitude in management techniques for terrestrial ecosystems, including forest management planning on crown and private lands. They will apply current theories of ecosystem management to the terrestrial environment through study of abiotic, biotic, and cultural components. Completion of this course, along with Aquatic Ecosystems (ECOS 3), will prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the field of ecosystem management.

This course is an introduction to the study of Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) peoples in Canada. Students will explore the complex historical and contemporary relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The course will also guide students to begin to understand the diversity and depth of Indigenous societies, worldviews, and knowledge through a multi-disciplinary lens.

All graduates of diploma programs require general education credits. These courses allow you to explore issues of societal concern by looking at the history, theory and contemporary applications of those issues.

Your program has designated some required general education courses. In addition, you have the opportunity to choose from a list of electives each semester.

Many of these courses and some other general education courses are also available through evening classes, by distance education, or on-line. See our Part-Time Studies Calendar for these opportunities.

You may already possess general education equivalencies from other colleges or universities. Please see the General Education Co-ordinators at the Peterborough and Lindsay locations for possible exemptions.

Communications II, building on the foundation of Communications I, is a blended course that teaches students to write and communicate for a variety of professional situations. In seminars, labs and online modules, students will develop a professional portfolio that demonstrates their abilities to meet the challenges of a changing workplace.

Pre-Requisites

• Communications I for Health Professionals (COMM 252) OR Communications I for Environmental & Natural Resource Professionals (COMM 253) OR Communications I for Trades and Technology Professionals (COMM 254) OR Communications I for Law and Justice Professionals (COMM 255) OR Communications I for Community Development Professionals (COMM 256) OR Communications I for Business and IT Professionals (COMM 257) OR Communications I (COMM 201)

The course examines elementary principles of data acquisition, data management, and spatial analysis, using the raster data model. Laboratory exercises will allow students to become familiar with the operation of GIS software commonly used in the field. The students will be exposed to various hands-on projects/applications involving the use of GIS software.

In Forest Measurements students will continue to learn about the tools and techniques to measure and describe forestry data. Through laboratory sessions and field trips and using different industry standard sampling methods students will become proficient at measuring tree height, diameter and volume. Students will then use these data for stand calculations including species, compositions, basal area, stems per hectare, volumes and yields as well as site class and site index.

The Soils and Ecosystems course will focus on developing the practical skills necessary to assess the physical, chemical and biological properties of soils and other substrates as they relate to plant growth and distribution. Students will learn how to classify all substrates according to the Ecological Land Classification System of Ontario, but the emphasis will be on mineral and organic forest soils. An understanding of the relationship between substrates and their landform and topography will be a central theme of the course.

This course is an introduction to a range of skills in wildlife observation. A variety of wildlife species may be present in an environment despite not being seen. Important skills include visual and auditory identification of wildlife signs. The primary emphasis in this course will be on identification of wildlife signs such as tracks, trail patterns, scat, skulls, impacts on the environment, bird song and amphibian calls. Documentation of wildlife observation will be practiced regularly. Field guides, photography, binoculars and spotting scopes will be used to document wildlife sightings and their signs.

This course examines self-awareness, interpersonal relations, motivation, small group dynamics, leadership, conflict management, and team success tools and strategies. Using team-based project experiences, regular discussion, debrief and personal reflection periods, the course will focus on the development and application of self-awareness to improve both the process and products of independent and team-based work.

Students taking this course will develop skills, knowledge, and attitude in the management of lake, river, wetland and marine ecosystems. They will apply current theories of ecosystem management to aquatic environments by studying abiotic, biotic, and cultural components at a variety of spatial and temporal scales.

This field camp is a mandatory diploma requirement of the Ecosystem Management Technician Program. It consists of three days of field study followed by independent work for the completion of related assignments.

A course to develop skill, knowledge and attitudes in restoration and preservation of ecosystems. Students will develop scientific knowledge of current methodologies and technologies in restoration.

All graduates of diploma programs require general education credits. These courses allow you to explore issues of societal concern by looking at the history, theory and contemporary applications of those issues.

Your program has designated some required general education courses. In addition, you have the opportunity to choose from a list of electives each semester.

Many of these courses and some other general education courses are also available through evening classes, by distance education, or on-line. See our Part-Time Studies Calendar for these opportunities.

You may already possess general education equivalencies from other colleges or universities. Please see the General Education Co-ordinators at the Peterborough and Lindsay locations for possible exemptions.

This course examines self-awareness, interpersonal relations, motivation, small group dynamics, leadership, conflict management, and team success tools and strategies. Using team-based project experiences, regular discussion, debrief and personal reflection periods, the course will focus on the development and application of self-awareness to improve both the process and products of independent and team-based work.

This course focuses on public speaking, and the production and use of visual materials. Videotaping will be used to evaluate presentation delivery and stage presence. Students will also develop skills in the chairing and minute taking of a meeting, as well as conducting and participating in an effective interview experience, and the development of a career portfolio.

This course provides students with technical skills and knowledge related to monitoring and assessing ecosystem health and change in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. An emphasis will be placed on scientific methodology, report-writing skills, and experimental design principles. Students will also become familiar with the federal and provincial Environmental Assessment acts.

This 80 - hour (2 week) course will take place during weeks 14 and 15 (April) of Semester 4. The student will be engaged in a Field Placement for an organization whose primary focus and core business is of an environmental nature.

Humans are now the most significant selective force on Earth which has resulted in our current geological period being named the Anthropocene. This course examines the life history, behaviour and habits of plant and animal species in the context of human activities. Management techniques will include methodology, materials, equipment, and strategies used for resolving issues with plants and animals. It will also explore laws and hazards of repelling or removing such species and the risks to humans, plants, and animals. Most importantly, all methods and strategies will be examined in the context of the ecology of humans and wildlife.

This course introduces students to tree anatomy and physiology. Focusing on the tree as an individual students learn the biological make up of trees to better understand how they respond to injury and stresses. With this foundation students then apply these principles to tree risk assessment, pruning techniques to improve tree health and longevity and to make best management decisions to protect trees growing in urban spaces.

This course will enable students to apply specific mathematical concepts and acquire foundation skills important in the Natural Resource and Environmental Sciences. It is designed to complement and reinforce learning within other first semester courses and program areas.

Communications I for Environmental and Natural Resource Studies is an introductory course that provides a foundation in college-level communications. In this course, students learn to read critically, write appropriately for a variety of audiences, conduct research, cite references, revise for clarity and correctness, and present those results in various formats. In seminars, labs, and modules students will engage in both independent and collaborative activities, including the development and presentation of a research assignment to help them become more effective communicators in academic and professional contexts within in the field of Environmental and Natural Resource Studies.

This course introduces students to the processes and materials that shape our planet. Topics include the unifying theory of plate tectonics and how it underpins fundamental geological processes that operate on and within the Earth, the geological evolution of Canada, and the dynamic relationship between Earth, climate, and humans. Students will learn to identify rocks, minerals, and soils at an introductory level, and develop an understanding of Earth and its atmosphere.

This course will focus on three areas of study: identification, field and lab skills. Students will identify and classify the living and non-living components of the specific ecosystems described in the Ecology and Environment (ENVR 20) course. Field skills to be developed include the ability to navigate through the natural environment and use a variety of ecosystem inventory techniques. Special emphasis will be placed on safe work habits in lab and field.

Learn how nature works by studying the key components of the ecosystems in the Kawartha Lakes Region. Through field and lab exploration of wild life, landforms, forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands, students will see the connections between themselves, the environment and ecosystems that surround them.

Ecology: Concepts and Linkages introduces contemporary theory, ideology and practices of ecosystem management. Students use qualitative and quantitative methodology, historical context, and selected experiences to assemble ecological data and information into knowledge that functions to benefit ecosystems. The course integrates ecology, environmental and ecosystem health sciences to assist in the understanding and sequential application of ecosystem management practices.

Data used in the environmental and natural resource fields are nearly always tied to a geographic location. In this course students will learn the specialized skills needed to work with spatial data including mapping fundamentals, field data collection, data management, spatial analysis, and cartography. Students will use online mapping tools and ArcGIS to analyze geographic data and apply recognized cartographic standards to create a map related to their field of study.

This course deals with the identification of approximately 100 species of trees and shrubs of importance to those managing the forests resources of Ontario. Throughout the semester identification features for common trees and shrubs in both summer and winter condition are introduced and applied. A number of field trips are utilized to assist students with their identification skills. In the weekly lecture series topics such as tree growth, reproduction, photosynthesis, respiration, forest ecology and uses of trees will be introduced. At the completion of the course students will have a sound working knowledge of dendrology. The skills introduced in this semester may then be used in following semesters when working with Forest Ecosystem Classification, Restoration Ecology, Conservation Planning and other habitat management situations.

This is an introductory level course in Vector GIS. Students will be exposed to various components of Vector GIS, including co-ordinate systems, map projections, data sources and data structures. Students will also learn how to produce maps in order to effectively communicate geographic information. Data collection techniques will be explored through the use of a GPS receiver.

This course provides an introduction to laws that have an impact on the use of natural resources in Ontario. The course will deal with an overview of the legal system, the underlying principles of gaining compliance, and specific legislation that may be encountered in the natural resources field.

This course covers data organization, the basic statistical parameters, confidence intervals for means, the normal distribution, hypothesis testing (Chi-square, 'F', 't' and Anova), and regression analysis.

Students taking this course will develop skills, knowledge, and attitude in management techniques for terrestrial ecosystems, including forest management planning on crown and private lands. They will apply current theories of ecosystem management to the terrestrial environment through study of abiotic, biotic, and cultural components. Completion of this course, along with Aquatic Ecosystems (ECOS 3), will prepare students for a wide range of employment opportunities in the field of ecosystem management.

This course is an introduction to the study of Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) peoples in Canada. Students will explore the complex historical and contemporary relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The course will also guide students to begin to understand the diversity and depth of Indigenous societies, worldviews, and knowledge through a multi-disciplinary lens.

All graduates of diploma programs require general education credits. These courses allow you to explore issues of societal concern by looking at the history, theory and contemporary applications of those issues.

Your program has designated some required general education courses. In addition, you have the opportunity to choose from a list of electives each semester.

Many of these courses and some other general education courses are also available through evening classes, by distance education, or on-line. See our Part-Time Studies Calendar for these opportunities.

You may already possess general education equivalencies from other colleges or universities. Please see the General Education Co-ordinators at the Peterborough and Lindsay locations for possible exemptions.

Communications II, building on the foundation of Communications I, is a blended course that teaches students to write and communicate for a variety of professional situations. In seminars, labs and online modules, students will develop a professional portfolio that demonstrates their abilities to meet the challenges of a changing workplace.

Pre-Requisites

• Communications I for Health Professionals (COMM 252) OR Communications I for Environmental & Natural Resource Professionals (COMM 253) OR Communications I for Trades and Technology Professionals (COMM 254) OR Communications I for Law and Justice Professionals (COMM 255) OR Communications I for Community Development Professionals (COMM 256) OR Communications I for Business and IT Professionals (COMM 257) OR Communications I (COMM 201)

The course examines elementary principles of data acquisition, data management, and spatial analysis, using the raster data model. Laboratory exercises will allow students to become familiar with the operation of GIS software commonly used in the field. The students will be exposed to various hands-on projects/applications involving the use of GIS software.

In Forest Measurements students will continue to learn about the tools and techniques to measure and describe forestry data. Through laboratory sessions and field trips and using different industry standard sampling methods students will become proficient at measuring tree height, diameter and volume. Students will then use these data for stand calculations including species, compositions, basal area, stems per hectare, volumes and yields as well as site class and site index.

The Soils and Ecosystems course will focus on developing the practical skills necessary to assess the physical, chemical and biological properties of soils and other substrates as they relate to plant growth and distribution. Students will learn how to classify all substrates according to the Ecological Land Classification System of Ontario, but the emphasis will be on mineral and organic forest soils. An understanding of the relationship between substrates and their landform and topography will be a central theme of the course.

This course is an introduction to a range of skills in wildlife observation. A variety of wildlife species may be present in an environment despite not being seen. Important skills include visual and auditory identification of wildlife signs. The primary emphasis in this course will be on identification of wildlife signs such as tracks, trail patterns, scat, skulls, impacts on the environment, bird song and amphibian calls. Documentation of wildlife observation will be practiced regularly. Field guides, photography, binoculars and spotting scopes will be used to document wildlife sightings and their signs.

This course examines self-awareness, interpersonal relations, motivation, small group dynamics, leadership, conflict management, and team success tools and strategies. Using team-based project experiences, regular discussion, debrief and personal reflection periods, the course will focus on the development and application of self-awareness to improve both the process and products of independent and team-based work.

Students taking this course will develop skills, knowledge, and attitude in the management of lake, river, wetland and marine ecosystems. They will apply current theories of ecosystem management to aquatic environments by studying abiotic, biotic, and cultural components at a variety of spatial and temporal scales.

This field camp is a mandatory diploma requirement of the Ecosystem Management Technician Program. It consists of three days of field study followed by independent work for the completion of related assignments.

A course to develop skill, knowledge and attitudes in restoration and preservation of ecosystems. Students will develop scientific knowledge of current methodologies and technologies in restoration.

All graduates of diploma programs require general education credits. These courses allow you to explore issues of societal concern by looking at the history, theory and contemporary applications of those issues.

Your program has designated some required general education courses. In addition, you have the opportunity to choose from a list of electives each semester.

Many of these courses and some other general education courses are also available through evening classes, by distance education, or on-line. See our Part-Time Studies Calendar for these opportunities.

You may already possess general education equivalencies from other colleges or universities. Please see the General Education Co-ordinators at the Peterborough and Lindsay locations for possible exemptions.

This course examines self-awareness, interpersonal relations, motivation, small group dynamics, leadership, conflict management, and team success tools and strategies. Using team-based project experiences, regular discussion, debrief and personal reflection periods, the course will focus on the development and application of self-awareness to improve both the process and products of independent and team-based work.

This course focuses on public speaking, and the production and use of visual materials. Videotaping will be used to evaluate presentation delivery and stage presence. Students will also develop skills in the chairing and minute taking of a meeting, as well as conducting and participating in an effective interview experience, and the development of a career portfolio.

This course provides students with technical skills and knowledge related to monitoring and assessing ecosystem health and change in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. An emphasis will be placed on scientific methodology, report-writing skills, and experimental design principles. Students will also become familiar with the federal and provincial Environmental Assessment acts.

This 80 - hour (2 week) course will take place during weeks 14 and 15 (April) of Semester 4. The student will be engaged in a Field Placement for an organization whose primary focus and core business is of an environmental nature.

Humans are now the most significant selective force on Earth which has resulted in our current geological period being named the Anthropocene. This course examines the life history, behaviour and habits of plant and animal species in the context of human activities. Management techniques will include methodology, materials, equipment, and strategies used for resolving issues with plants and animals. It will also explore laws and hazards of repelling or removing such species and the risks to humans, plants, and animals. Most importantly, all methods and strategies will be examined in the context of the ecology of humans and wildlife.

This course introduces students to tree anatomy and physiology. Focusing on the tree as an individual students learn the biological make up of trees to better understand how they respond to injury and stresses. With this foundation students then apply these principles to tree risk assessment, pruning techniques to improve tree health and longevity and to make best management decisions to protect trees growing in urban spaces.