microbiology, and geographic information systems.
Graduates of this program are trained in Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) data entry and spatial
analysis using Arc GIS and other software. Graduates
possess the practical field and laboratory skills

and technical competencies not only to acquire,
compile, analyze, evaluate and present environmental
information, but also to integrate it effectively

into formal planning and review processes.

COMMON CORE

The first year of Forest Technology, Recreation, Fish
and Wildlife Technology and Integrated Environmental
Planning Technology programs consist of a core

of common courses emphasizing resource skills,
knowledge and professionalism in: fish and wildlife
ecology, botany and terrestrial ecology, inventory,
measurement, mapping, communications, math and
interpretation.

The second year of each program synthesizes the
skills, knowledge, and professionalism of first year
with applied management, planning, and advanced
techniques and principles. Integration of learning in
each program is required.

The common core allows students to obtain an
additional diploma in RFW or Forestry by completing
the relevant third year.

Admission Requirements

School of Environment and Geomatics (SEG) staff are
committed to helping students prepare for admission
into their chosen program. Applicants that meet the

prerequisites listed below are eligible for direct entry
into the Integrated Environmental Planning Program.

Applicants who lack one, or more of these
requirements are still eligible to gain admission to
the program through a multi-level entry system which
allows students to take a combination of preparatory
and upgrading courses in the first year. This mode of
entry extends the length of the program, but greatly
enhances success.

PREREQUISITES

Math: (one of the following)

— Principles of Mathematics 11 (6096) or
Applications of Mathematics 11 (70%) or
— Pre-Calculus 11 (6096) or

— Foundations of Mathematics 11 (6596)

English:

— English 12 (65%) or

— Three credits of post-secondary English,
Humanities or Social Sciences (67%) from a
recognized institution.

Biology:

— Biology 11, or equivalent science course (6596)

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INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING

IMPORTANT for the upgrading pathway: Please apply
to the School to allow us to suggest the best options
for you. In individual cases, related work experience
may be considered in the application process at the
discretion of the School Chair.

For any questions related to prerequisites and
support, please contact the School of Environment &
Geomatics Admissions Officer.

NON ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must be in good health and reasonably
good physical condition. A demonstrated interest in,
and aptitude for, outdoor work is essential as much of
the work is done in the field, often under adverse and
arduous weather and topographic conditions.

All students are expected to take the College
Readiness Tool (CRT) assessment.

Note that all applicants should meet the general
entrance requirements for admission to Selkirk
College.

Computer competency is an important element

of success in the program. Prior to starting the
program, it is strongly recommended that students
have entry level experience with word processor,
spreadsheet, and web browsing software.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International Students (students who are applying
to Selkirk College from locations outside of Canada)
should follow the application steps required by
Selkirk International.

Careers

Graduates of the Integrated Environmental Planning
Technology program will be immediately employable
by government, industry, and environmental
consulting.

Many program graduates go directly from Selkirk
to employment in the environmental field. There are
IEPT graduates working as Environmental Planning
technologists, GIS technologists, GIS analysts,
wildlife technologists, environmental coordinators,
environmental compliance technologists, etc. Below
is a partial list of employers where IEP graduates
have found employment:

— BC Government

— Golder & Associates

— Morrow Environmental Consultants

— Environment Canada

— Department of Fisheries and Oceans

— BC Hydro

— Regional District Planning Offices

— Teck Cominco

— Oil and gas exploration firms, Northern BC

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Regarding job prospects, sources such as Land
Conservancy organizations, Environmental Science
& Engineering and the Environmental Careers
Organization (eco.ca) have excellent, current
analyses on the status and growth of the Canadian
and international environmental sectors and related
career opportunities. Canada’s environmental sector
is growing faster than the Canadian economy as a
whole, and studies have identified thousands of job
openings in the Canadian environmental sector.

Tf you wish to visit the campus and tour the facilities
or if you have any other questions, please do

not hesitate to contact the Chair of the School of
Environment and Geomatics.

Degree Completion

The Integrated Environmental Planning program
now ladders into the Selkirk College Bachelor In
Geographic Information Systems and counts as the
first two years of this program.

There is a long-standing tradition of our graduates
transferring and successfully completing university
degrees. Selkirk's Integrated Environmental Planning
graduates have successfully transferred credit
towards degrees in universities throughout Canada
and the United States. Selkirk College also has
transfer arrangements with the following institutions:
Royal Roads University, University of Lethbridge,
Thompson Rivers University, Seneca College, Cape
Breton University, University of Alberta, University

of Northern BC, and Griffiths University (Australia).
These universities and others, recognize the IEP
Diploma and transfer credits earned toward degree
programs in Environmental Science or Management.
Royal Roads and Thompson Rivers University offer a
full two years of credit for an IEP diploma.

Important Dates

First year Students - Field School for this program is
last two weeks of April

School of Environment and Geomatics Student
Conference last Wednesday of Winter term (April)

Co-op Education

Environment and Geomatics students have the
opportunity to enroll in Co-op Education. This
program consists of four month work terms that
allow students to access unique experiential
learning. Co-op work terms are administrated as
regular course work with both cost and reporting
requirements. Benefits include maintenance

of full time student status as well as access to

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