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Natural Resources - Forest Ecosystem Management Technician

2-year, Ontario College Diploma Program

Program Info

In the two-year Forest Ecosystem Management Technician (Co-op) Program, you will acquire the theoretical knowledge and technical skills needed to work effectively in the forest and environmental sectors. You will be prepared for a technically competent entry level position in the areas of forest harvesting, forest resource conservation and protection, forest management, silviculture, fish and wildlife, research support, recreation, project development with Aboriginal communities, community economic development, and eco and adventure tourism.

A unique feature of the program is the integration of aboriginal approaches to forest & land resource development, in addition to a business/entrepreneurial focus & applied delivery.

By enrolling in the Forest Ecosystem Management Technician Program, you will have an opportunity to increase your credentials and employability, by taking certification courses such as: S100 forest fire fighting, first aid, WHMIS, and chain saw awareness.
To learn more about the social, economic, and ecological role that forestry plays in both the North and around the world, visit Lakehead University's BorealForest.org site.

Employment Opportunities: 

Graduates may be employed in the following occupations: forest technician, forest survey technician, resource technician, forest fire technician, cruising technician, resource officer, forest inventory, conservation technician, scaler, logging, silviculture technician, contractor, equipment owner/operator, equipment sales. Potential employment opportunities in this field are excellent due to an aging workforce and looming high retirement rates in the industry.

Admission Requirements: 
  1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
  2. or successful completion of Mature Student Assessment.
  3. or appropriate credits from Academic and Career Entrance.

Additional Courses Required: Grade 12 College or University Preparation English.

Courses Recommended: Grade 11 or 12 College or University Preparation Chemistry and Biology.

Other Requirements: 

The nature of training and working in this occupation usually requires considerable physical, stamina and agility; a relatively high degree of eye and hand co-ordination; and visual acuity of distance, depth perception and field of vision. Exposure to temperature extremes, dampness, noise, vibration, dust, insects and other hazards, require the use of safety equipment and clothing.

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