Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
Yes
Length
2 years
Ways to learn
The world, our environment
Rediscover the way we represent the world and learn to develop innovative technologies and solutions to address sustainability and climate change, benefiting society and the environment.
Hands-on learning
In this science-based, two-year program, you'll gain academic expertise, combined withhands-on laboratoryԻfield skillsto prepare you for employment or to pursue further education. Environmental professionals work within assessment teams, collecting, collating and presenting information that will help decision-makers understand how their decisions will affect the Earth and its inhabitants.
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What to expect
During the program, you'll take 13 courses in the areas of environmental studies, biology, chemistry, english, geography, GIS, and math. You can also do paidwork experiencethrough co-operative education to get a big head start in your career.
Accreditation
The program is nationally accredited by the College of Applied Biology (CAB) and upon program completion students are eligible to become Registered Biology Technologists ().
Transfer to university
The Environmental Technology program provides up to two years of transfer credit towards programs within theSchool of Environment & Sustainabilityat Royal Roads University (note that their option of aB.Sc. in Environmental Sciencewill require an additional calculus, e.g. MATH 108).
Your courses may alsotransfer to other BC universities and collegesto allow you to continue your education towards a degree in biology, geography or environmental studies. Check theto find out where each course transfers.
What you'll learn
You'll learn how to produce solutions for the world's leading problems from the fields of applied biology/restoration, environmental chemistry, and Geographic Information Systems. As a multi-disciplinary program, Environmental Technology has access to wide-ranging resources including lab equipment, a native plant garden, and a variety of local field sites used for field-based learning.
In demand
As a certified environmental professionals, you will be qualified foremployment with private- and public-sector employers.Co-op students and graduates have gone on to careers in workplaces that include:
- Institute of Ocean Sciences
- Federal and provincial ministries and departments (Forests, Fisheries, Parks and Water Management, Department of National Defence)
- Indigenous organizations
- BC Hydro
- BC Ferries
- Private consulting firms
- Various municipalities and regional districts
These roles involve a variety of projects and activities, which could include:
- Conducting rare species surveys/inventories
- Describing impacts from proposed activities
- Preparing environmental permit applications
- Providing reports and recommendations on mitigation/restoration
- Collecting field data and conducting GIS analyses
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
Program outline
For more details, please see theEnvironmental Technology coursesin the academic calendar.
A focus on job skills in the environmental field
This program gives you an opportunity to develop a foundation in natural sciences, sustainable resource management, communication skills, GIS mapping technology, environmental management, and other applied skills.
What to expect
The program is two years in length and consists of four 14-week terms, plus two four-month work experiences for Co-op students. As a multi-disciplinary program, Environmental Technology has access to the wide-ranging capital resources of its constituent departments. This includes modern biology and chemistry lab facilities, computer labs, surveying equipment, map and air photo collections, greenhouse facilities, meteorological instruments and rock and mineral collections.
The program hub is located in the Fisher building at the Lansdowne campus. It is a place to meet and mentor, to find out what 's going on, to collaborate on assignments, access resources, socialize and recharge. It is open from 8:30am. until late evening, and on weekends through arrangement with the Instructional Assistant.
Year 1
Fall
| Course | Title | Weekly hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
BIOL 124 | Evolution and Diversity | 6 | 3 |
ENVR 115 | Atmosphere and Hydrosphere | 6 | 3 |
GEOG 100 | Environment & Sustainability | 4 | 3 |
CHEM 110 or CHEM 120 | General College Chemistry 1 or | 6 | 3 |
ENGL 170 | Technical Writing | 3 | 3 |
CDEV | Optional | 1 | 0 |
Winter
| Course | Title | Weekly hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
BIOL 228 | Ecology | 6 | 3 |
GEOG 216 or STAT 216 | Statistics in Geography | 5 | 3 |
IST 142 | Land, Water, and Stewardship | 3 | 3 |
BIOL 240 | Wildlife Biodiversity | 6 | 3 |
CHEM 253 | Environmental Chemistry | 6 | 3 |
Summer (Optional co-op work experience)
| Course | Title | Weekly Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
ENVR 101 | Co-op 1 | 420 | 6 |
Year 2
Fall
| Course | Title | Weekly Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
ENVR 112 | Environmental Research and Practice | 3 | 3 |
ENVR 160 | Environmental Sampling and Analysis | 6 | 3 |
GEOG 217 | Maps and GIS | 5 | 3 |
ENVR 217 | Field Skills | 6 | 3 |
BIOL 241 | Applied Botany | 6 | 3 |
Winter
| Course | Title | Weekly hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
GEOG 227 | Advanced GIS Applications | 5 | 3 |
ENVR 212 | Capstone Project | 5 | 3 |
GEOG 276 or GEOS 100 | Geomorphology or Physical Geology | 5 | 3 |
ENVR 260 | Environmental Remediation | 6 | 3 |
ENVR 100 | Climate Solutions | 3 | 3 |
Summer (optional co-op work experience)
| Course | Title | Weekly Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
ENVR 101 or ENVR 201 | Co-op 1 or Co-op 2 | 420 | 6 |
Optional work terms
During the program, you can choose to take one work term and add an internship designation to your diploma. If you complete two work terms, you will graduate with a co-operative education designation.
Tuition and Fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated Tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Environmental Technology, Diploma
$12,652 (domestic)
$32,864 (international)
Environmental Technology, Diploma, Co-op designation
$13,472 (domestic)
$36,833 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission requirements
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When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
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Faculty/staff profile
Faculty/staff profile
Ian Browning
Instructor, Electronics and Computer Engineering
browning@camosun.ca
250–370–4432, 250-370-3329
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International students please contact Camosun International