Science
CAD 34066
| Year | Name | Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | Tution Fee | CAD 17033 | 17033.0 |
| 2nd Year | Tution Fee | CAD 17033 | 17033.0 |
| Starting Date | Application Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-01-01 00:00:00.000 | 2022-01-15 00:00:00.000 | Active |
| 2022-09-01 00:00:00.000 | 2022-09-15 00:00:00.000 | Active |
High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in:
* You'll need English 30-1, Chemistry 30, Biology 30 or Math 30-1 if you go on to further studies at a university.
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For English Proficiency requirements , Please click on this link :https://lakelandcollege.ca/future-students/english-language-requirements?_mid_=46162#English-language-evaluations
1. Application along with supporting documents will be processed on TEN Agent portal.
2. Non-refundable application fee of CAD $90 will be charged from the student and it will be paid by credit card only.
3. Student will receive the admission offer either conditional or unconditional on his TEN Agent portal.After accepting the offer Fee invoice will be generated on student account.
4.After getting the fee invoice student can pay the fee and fee receipt can be found on TEN Portal (Ten Agents)
YEAR I REQUIRED COURSES
BI 110 Ecology & Field Biology - 3 credits
This course introduces fundamental ecological principles and concepts. Interactions between organisms and their environments are emphasized throughout. Major themes include: the physical environment, natural selection, plant and animal adaptations, population dynamics, predator-prey systems, co evolutionary interactions, population genetics, and ecosystem productivity. Time is spent in the field studying biotic and abiotic relationships in local community types using standard ecological field methods. Pre/co-requisites: none.
BI 205 Limnology: Lakes & Rivers - 3 credits
This course covers various physical, chemical, and biological properties of both standing and running freshwater systems. Students are introduced to various techniques used in the collection and analysis of limnological data, and how to use these data to assess the health of freshwater ecosystems. Prerequisites: BI 110
BI 270 Managing Rangeland Ecosystems - 3 credits
A study of rangeland ecology, this course focuses on soil-plant-animal-water interactions in rangeland ecosystems. Basic factors determining survival and the competitive strategy of range plants are studied in detail. Sound range management strategies designed to ensure ecosystem stability and sustainability are emphasized. Considerable time is spent in lab learning to key and identify native plants. Prerequisites: BO 120
BO 120 Field Botany & Plant Taxonomy - 3 credits
Native plants and communities of Alberta are studied focusing on general and applied plant botany. Students obtain practical field experience in plant community relationships while identifying, collecting, and preserving plants for further study. Students spend considerable time learning to use plant keys for taxonomic classification and for identifying plant species and families. Pre/co-requisites: None
CO 166 Scientific Writing & Computer Applications - 3 credits
This course explores fundamental approaches to scientific writing. Considerable time is spent discussing what constitutes critical content and how that content is effectively organized for a variety of documents used in the scientific industry. Strategies for efficient technical writing are emphasized for discipline-specific applications. Students become familiar with common computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Pre/co-requisites: None
MA 202 Statistics & Data Management - 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the basic statistical procedures and data management techniques commonly used in the environmental sciences. Emphasis is placed on methods for organizing, storing, retrieving, analyzing, graphing and interpreting environmental data with database and spreadsheet software. Major analytical topics include measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability distributions, parametric and non-parametric hypothesis tests, correlation analysis, simple linear regression, and single-factor analysis of variance. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 110 Inorganic Chemistry - 3 credits
This is a basic course in inorganic chemistry with an emphasis on environmental applications. Basic chemical concepts are presented in the lecture series with application of those concepts in the laboratory component. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 120 Maps, Air Photos & GPS - 3 credits
This course is an introduction to map reading, map contents, coordinate systems and the National Topographic System (NTS maps). Students practice map interpretation, measurement, and scale calculations, and learn to interpret contours and visualize relief. Compass use and basic field orienteering is taught. Aerial photography is introduced, with an emphasis on an understanding of annotation, scale, measurement, indexing and purchase of both print and digital products. Students practice stereo viewing, and learn to relate aerial photos to maps at different scales. Global Positioning System (GPS) instruments are used for navigation, and students learn to collect and upload differentially corrected field coordinate data. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 140 Environmental Sustainability - 3 credits
This course focuses on human interactions with the environment. The environmental impacts of food production and agriculture, forestry, mining, energy processing, urbanization, and other land-use activities are explored. Considerable time is spent investigating current environmental issues within the context of society: water quantity and quality, global warming, air pollution, and the biodiversity crisis. National and Provincial environmental policy relating to these issues is also investigated. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 200 Organic Chemistry - 3 credits
This course is a study of the structure, properties and reactions of the main classes of organic compounds and their relationship to living organisms and the environment. Laboratory techniques, including tests required for the assessment of environmental quality, are covered. Prerequisites: SC 110
SC 220 GIS & Remote Sensing - 3 credits
Concepts in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and aerial photography are covered in this course. Students practice photogrammetry, stereovision and image interpretation, while working with a variety of hardcopy and digital imagery products. Scanners, digitizers, and Global Positioning System (GPS) instruments are used for data input, and students gain proficiency with the ArcGIS software package in tutorials, laboratory sessions, and projects that emphasize natural resource management applications. Prerequisites: SC 120
SO 210 Introductory Soil Science - 3 credits
This course provides an overview of soil formation processes and the fundamental morphological, physical, chemical and biological characteristics of soil. Students gain knowledge of soils through lectures and hands on experience. Students become familiar with The Canadian System of Soil Classification to the Order level and the issues associated with ‘problem soils’. Prerequisites: None. Co-requisites: SC 200
BI 210 Forest Ecology - 3 credits
This course is an introduction to forest ecology and ecological forest management. The impacts of industry and other land-use on forests are investigated at a landscape scale. Topics include dendrology, ecological disturbance, forest biodiversity, forest management techniques, approaches to forest restoration, and reclamation criteria for forested areas. Field trips and labs are used to develop field skills in tree and shrub identification, forest insect and disease identification, timber cruising, forest harvesting, stand assessment, and ecosystem classification. Prerequisites: BI 110 & BO 120
BI 290 Revegetation Management - 3 credits
This course provides an intensive practical study of the determinants of revegetation success. Emphasis is placed on study of the factors affecting germination, emergence, establishment and longevity of plant stands. The course includes a review of practical and specialized revegetation methods and strategies. Prerequisites: BI 270, BO 120 & SO 210
SC 281 Invasive Plant Ecology & Management - 3 credits
This course focuses on vegetation management with emphasis on invasive weedy plants. Weed biology and competitive strategies of these plants are studied in detail. Tools and techniques for control, such as fire, grazing, and herbicides, are described for control of invasive plants in native and nonnative communities. Students spend considerable time in lab identifying weed species, seedlings, and seeds. Prerequisites: BI 270 & BO 120
SC 301 Applied Hydrology - 3 credits
This course focuses on the main components of the hydrologic cycle and how this impacts quantity, quality and distribution of water resources within a watershed basin. Precipitation, evapotranspiration, runoff, streamflow and groundwater flow are examined with reference to drought, flooding, erosion and sedimentation. Students are introduced to field techniques in stream discharge measurement, and geomorphic characterization of watersheds. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 307 Environmental Site Assessment - 3 credits
Students gain a basic understanding of how to evaluate contaminated sites through the processes of a Site Assessment, Site Characterization, and the parallel process of Environmental Risk Assessment. More and more frequently, the effective management of environmental risks (i.e. contamination) and remediation of contaminated sites requires a basic understanding of the science, policy and culture of risk assessment and risk management. Prerequisites: SC 110 & SC 200 or equivalent
SC 336 Environmental Contaminants - 3 credits
This course focuses on study of Environmental contaminants, their physical- chemical properties and fate and transport in environmental media (air, water and soil). The focus is on industrial pollutants discharged into the environment from various sectors such as pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining and agricultural developments. Emphasis is placed on contaminant risk assessment and risk management. Students learn about emerging environmental contaminants and evolving engineering solutions to mitigate these contaminants. Prerequisites: SC 110, SC 200 & SC 301
SC 408 Reclamation Fields Methods - 3 credits
This course examines the common reclamation field methods used in Western Canada. The major soil disturbances are discussed including wellsite reclamation, pipeline construction and mining operations. Common problems associated with oil and gas developments are also discussed, including oil spills, brine spills, and soil sterilants. Prerequisites: SO 210. Co-requisites: SO 340
SC 430 Industrial Waste Management - 3 credits
This course focuses on industrial waste treatment and management, with emphasis on pertinent regulations and best management practices for the treatment and disposal of drilling and hazardous wastes. Major topics include an introduction to industrial waste & waste audit, drilling mud properties, oilfield and hydrovac wastes, drilling waste disposal options, hazardous waste management, treatment & disposal. Pre/co-requisites: none
SC 448 Groundwater Monitoring Techniques - 3 credits
This course introduces students to equipment and methods commonly used when conducting groundwater monitoring projects. The student learns how to plan and implement a fieldwork program including conducting a desk study, field and lab evaluation of aquifers, borehole selection, taking and interpreting water level, chemistry and pump test data, and using safe working practices. Students are introduced to the impacts on groundwater resources due to agricultural, oil and gas production, and other industrial activities. Prerequisites: SC 301 or equivalent
SO 320 Soil Conservation - 3 credits
This course is a study of soil properties from a soil conservation perspective. The primary focus is on understanding soil properties to achieve soil and water conservation objectives and to prevent soil degradation. Field techniques used to assess soil degradation and to implement erosion and sediment control projects are emphasized. Prerequisites: SO 210
SO 340 Soil Classification & Landforms - 3 credits
This is an in-depth study of the Canadian System of Soil Classification with emphasis on the factors affecting soil genesis and taxonomy. Topics include geology, glaciation, weathering and the chemistry and physics of Canadian soils. Extensive fieldwork focuses on methods of classifying soils and landforms, soil mapping and report preparation/use, and basic procedures in land assessment. Prerequisites: SO 210 or equivalent
SO 350 Soil Fertility & Fertilizers - 3 credits
This course is a study of soil as a medium of growth. The fertility status of soils and plant/soil relationships are discussed in depth. Major topics include the function and mode of uptake of essential nutrients by plants, the forms and transformations of nutrients in soils, and the influence of soil chemical and physical characteristics. The impact of fertilizer chemistry, application method, and timing of application on soil fertility status is also reviewed. Prerequisites: SO 210
Be work-force ready with our environmental conservation and reclamation major.
Through our program you’ll gain skills and experience to ensure industry and the environment can coexist. This means either reclaiming disturbed lands or minimizing industry’s effects on natural habitats
You’ll learn how to
You’ll visit and study forested, mined and cultivated lands as well as native and reclaimed areas.
On field trips , you’ll see current industry practices and technologies. In hands-on field labs you’ll develop and practice more than 20 applied skills industry wants.
For visa process, refer to this link:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
The VISA Application should be submitted online with Documents mentioned below.
Study Permit – Checklist of Documents.
All Academic Documents
10th Marksheet
12th Marksheet
Passing Certificate
Admit Card (12thClass)
Bachelors Marksheets
Degree Certificate
Backlog Certificate
IELTS/PTE
E- Medical – Information or tracking sheet (After Medical Doctor will give you this document).
Passport / Old Passport (if any)
2 Photographs with white background. (35mm X 45mm) (80% face should be visible)
Aadhar Card
Income tax returns of Parents (Only in case of Non-SDS Applicants).
(Experience Letter, Appointment Letter, Bank account Salary Statement (last 3 months), Pay Slips (last 3 months), Job Relieving Letter if resigned (From each employer)
Cover letter, CV and SOP is required
Any document in a language other than English must be accompanied by notary attested English translation.
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