This course familiarizes the technical writer with some basic formats and conventions of documents used in the field of sustainable resource management. It also includes a review of basic English grammar and sentence structure. Emphasis is placed on writing with clarity, directness, and brevity. NOTE: COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 may be taken instead of COMM 1148.

The goals of this course are to provide the student with some of the mathematical skills needed to solve problems which will be encountered in the Sustainable Resource Management programs, and in future employment in related industrial settings. The student will use words and diagrams to present organized solutions to these problems, and to draw relevant conclusions from these solutions. To prepare these solutions, the student will be exposed to methods for effective use of calculators and the EXCEL spreadsheet software in some hands-on computer labs. The course includes field-related word problems, ratio, proportion and variation; mensuration including applications of geometry, trapezoidal and Simpson's rules; functions and graphs.

Provides an introduction to geology and how it relates to geomorphology, ecology, geotechnical engineering, and the formation of natural resources. The theory of plate tectonics is introduced and used as the basis of understanding the fundamental geological processes that operate both on, and beneath the Earth's surface. The course will provide an overview of minerals, rocks, structural geology, geological time, and the geology of North America. The role of erosion, transportation and deposition on the formation of soils and sediments will also be discussed. Laboratory exercises will include the identification of common rocks and minerals.

This course provides a foundation for developing a safe workplace ethic and builds on WorksafeBC workplace obligations and regulations as they apply to working in outdoor settings. The course includes a number of provincially or nationally recognized safety certification modules. This training is recommended or required by employers and is applicable to field lab conditions in the SRM program.

Ecology 1 is an introduction to the plants of B.C. Students will learn to recognize approximately 70 native and introduced plants selected for site indicator value, ecological or financial significance. Plant anatomy and biology will be review in sufficient detail to support identification and future courses. Ecology 1 prepares students to describe and classify ecosystems in the field using the B.C. Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification, the subject of Ecology 3, and develops basic knowledge required to manage natural ecosystems, the objective of the program.

Earth Science is an introduction to surficial geology, hydrology and geomorphology. Topics include the hydrologic cycle, surface and subsurface flow of water, stream channel hydraulics, evapotranspiration, the rock cycle, erosion and deposition. Recognition and interpretation of landforms, soil formation, soils of Canada, interpretation of soil and terrain maps, and land use impacts on soils and watersheds are also covered.

Students will be introduced to the types and uses of maps, satellite imagery, orthophotos, and air photos used in BC for sustainable resource management. The course emphasizes skills required to use these sources to help plan routes and field activities while still in the office, and to help successfully navigate to field locations.

This course introduces common measurement procedures used in resource industries, with emphasis on field navigation, basic surveying and topographic mapping. Topics include the care and use of common field measuring equipment, field note taking, measurement and error adjustments, field traversing and field mapping. This course emphasizes field applications and hands-on activities.

This course describes current sustainable development concepts and principles, and how these principles impact and related to day to day SRM technologists tasks. Discussion includes an overview of the historical development of SRM concepts, environmental ethics, global sustainable development issues, and some of the challenges related to the implementation SRM principles.

This course continues from COMM 1148 and provides further development of writing and communication skills required in the field of sustainable resource management. NOTE: COMM 2003 or COMM 2203 may be taken instead of COMM 2248. Prerequisites: COMM 1148 or COMM 1103 or COMM 1106

The goals of this course are to provide the student with the statistical and exponential/logarithmic function skills needed to solve problems, which will be encountered in the Sustainable Resource Management programs and in future employment in related industrial settings. The student will be exposed to methods for effective use of calculators and the Excel spreadsheet software in some hands-on computer labs. The course will involve: 1. the application of exponentials and logarithms to rates of growth and other situations 2. introductory level statistics. Includes descriptive statistics; measures of central tendency, variation and skewness; probability laws and distributions; inferences from one and two samples; estimation of sample size; estimation of parameters from various sampling designs. These methods are applied to examples chosen from the Sustainable Resource Management field. Prerequisites: MATH 1456

Learners will be introduced to the climate system characteristics as well as the processes that create climate from micro to macro time and space scales. The Earth's radiation and energy budget, in addition to the effects of landscapes, local and regional wind systems, topography, large-scale atmospheric factors and urban design on local climates will be studied. Observations and microclimatic monitoring will also be presented. The climate change issues will be covered emphasizing implications on the stability and sustainability of ecosystems. Learners will be encouraged through class discussions to reflect on factors affecting local climate, and how this knowledge can be applied to silviculture, fire management, wildlife habitat, recreation, agriculture, and urban design.

The course emphasizes the recognition of soil properties significant for productivity and management. Students are prepared for studies in engineering, site restoration and vegetation management and to describe and classify terrestrial ecosystems in the field using the B.C. Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification.

In this course, students will be introduced to and learn to identify examples of fish species occurring in fresh-water in British Columbia, their unique life histories and habitat requirements. Students will also be introduced to examples of B.C.'s amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, their unique life histories and habitat requirements. Students will be able to describe main management strategies and recognize major threats to fish and wildlife habitat.

Ecological Classification of B.C. will familiarize the student with the Ecoregion and Biogeoclimatic classification systems used to describe and manage B.C. ecosystems. The student will learn to interpret climate, site, vegetation and soil processes for ecosystem management based on B.C.'s Biogeoclimatic Ecosystem Classification system. Students will develop competency in site diagnosis and use of the Vancouver Regional Field Guide. Prerequisites: SRMT 1300 and SRMT 1330 and SRMT 1350 and SRMT 1400

Four computer application topics will be introduced to students in this course. In the first section, basic file management, word processing, and spreadsheet skills necessary for related work in Math, Communications, Technical Projects, and Field Measurements courses. In the second section, students will be shown how to display, and query information, found in existing map files and layers. The third section will introduce students to the Survey Module of RoadEng, which they will later use in following Engineering and Measurements courses. In the final section, the basic principles of how GPS technology works, and how to use navigational grade GPS receivers to travel to and describe field locations is introduced.

This course will provide the student with the basic skills in fire control in order for them to act as a member of a fire control crew. Students will learn to safely operate fire fighting hand tools, equipment, water delivery systems and decision aids used by the Ministry of Forests Protection and industrial crews.

This course will focus on understanding water processes and the basic hydrology of streams, wetlands and lakes. Watershed characteristics typical to B.C. will be examined. Surface water sampling, description and classification in urban, forest and rangeland environments will be reviewed as will water quality characteristics of importance to aquatic life. Some watershed management practices will be introduced associated with riparian areas. Legislated requirements for water classification and sampling will be identified. A large proportion of the course will be spent practicing field sampling techniques.

This course continues the development of the safe workplace ethic started in Field Safety Skills 1. The course includes a number of provincially or nationally recognized safety certification modules. This training is recommended or required by employers and is applicable to field lab conditions in the SRM program.

The course provides opportunities for students to work in a supervised field setting on a project or in the workplace. Students can explore different work place experiences or on the job training that they may or may not encounter in their usual course of studies. This experience may be achieved through students following their own placement and / or through directed placements. Prerequisites: COMM 2248 and SRMT 2360 and SRMT 2500 and SRMT 2610 and SRMT 2700

This introductory course emphasizes the practices and field skills utilized in the planning, surveying and construction of resource roads and trails. Methodologies for road and trail surveys, road design, road construction, trail construction, road maintenance and deactivation are discussed. Safety, economic and ecological considerations are incorporated into the learning outcomes. Prerequisites: SRMT 1400* and SRMT 1700 (* may be taken concurrently)

Introduces common insects and diseases of importance to the forests in British Columbia. Includes recognition of the organisms themselves, as well as the symptoms they produce in forested stands. The significance of life cycles in terms of sampling practices is also addressed. This course emphasizes the recognition of signs and symptoms of the most important bark beetles, weevils, defoliators, decay causing fungi, rust fungi, and other organisms that influence forest health. A portion of the course includes recognizing abiotic agents that cause tree damage and distinguishing that damage from biotic damage.

This course introduces the fundamentals of field measurements and sampling procedures commonly used in resource management applications. Topics include forest measurements, Biomass indexing, habitat assessments, fish & wildlife inventories, as well as amphibian and bird surveys. A variety of vegetation sampling techniques are covered, as well as specific terrestrial ecosystem sampling procedures as outlined by the provincial RISC standards. Field survey and mapping fundamentals are also integrated with the sampling components to ensure the positional accuracy of data obtained. Sample designs and basic statistical analysis are also introduced. The course will emphasize field applications and hands-on activities. Prerequisites: MATH 1456 and SRMT 1400 and SRMT 1700

The student will be introduced to the principal techniques for establishing desired species of vegetation on forest land in B.C. Students will be able to describe critical elements for successful establishment such as site receptivity, treatment timing, care of living material, planting site selection, planting technique and site monitoring. This course also provides the training required to assess work quality, minimize fire risk, and maintain environmental standards during planting projects. Prerequisites: SRMT 1300

This course introduces students to BC's industrial major resource industries. Discussion will include each industries structure, major sources of raw materials, outputs, and their importance to the BC economy. Important land tenure and environmental issues related to each industry will also be discussed. Prerequisites: SRMT 1900

A second course in statistics. Includes correlation and regression; hypothesis tests from large and small samples; estimation of parameters from various sampling designs. These methods are applied to examples chosen from the Sustainable Resource Management field. Prerequisites: MATH 2456

Urban Environmental Design integrates aspects of microclimatology, hydrology, soil development, fire management, silviculture and landscape design with urban and suburban development. The course compares traditional development concepts, and their implications for environmental management, with new trends that take into account sustainable development principles. Prerequisites: SRMT 1310 and SRMT 1330 and SRMT 1350

This course provides the student with the opportunity to become involved with an applied research project of particular interest in the field of Renewable Resources. Experience will be gained in planning a project, working productively with other individuals in a team environment, recording relevant information in a number of different formats (including journals), meeting the stated objectives of the project, and reporting on a renewable resource-related group project. Prerequisites: SRMT 1900 and SRMT 2360 and SRMT 2700 and COMM 2248 and MATH 2456

Examines current satellite image acquisition systems, image display and enhancement, image geocoding and image classification and remote sensing applications in GIS. Digital image processing and analysis techniques are studied in theory and in practice using digital image processing software. Students will use both supervised and unsupervised classification to create thematic maps related to sustainable resource management topics. Prerequisites: SRMT 2410

This course is divided into two components of Forest Protection: Fire Management and Forest Health. The Fire Management component focuses on forest fire prevention, preparedness, detection, assessment and extinguishing of forest fires. Main topics include: Use of Fire Weather Index, Use of Weather Information, Safe Operation of Common Fire Control Equipment, Fire Line Organization and Supervision, Forest and Range Practices Act, Wildland Fire Act and Associated Regulations, Fire Behaviour, Fire Safety, Basic Fire Ecology, Wildland/Urban Interface and other related topics. The Forest Health component focuses on climate change and forest health issues, foliage diseases and the relationship of forest management practices and forest health issues. Prerequisites: SRMT 2600 and SRMT 2610

This course focuses on current trends in sustainable development as it applies to natural resources in BC. Students will be able to describe the industrial structure, socio-economic characteristics within BC's major development regions. An overview of the provincial biogeophysical resources will also be reviewed. Topics will also include governance issues related to local government, provincial and federal jurisdiction, aboriginal rights, and the roles major provincial and federal ministries and departments play in resource management. Prerequisites: SRMT 1900 and SRMT 2910

Students will collect field data using a combination of electronic field survey and GIS grade GPS equipment, and record and map the data in the field using data loggers and related software. Data will be collected in various vegetation and terrain conditions so students have experience in determining which combination of field equipment is most suitable for different field conditions. The course will also include instruction on the necessary planning steps and preparation of equipment before going out in the field, and the manual information that should be recorded to supplement digital field data, and act as a backup for equipment failure. Prerequisites: SRMT 1400 and SRMT 1700 and SRMT 2410

This course introduces the principles and tools related to of visual landscape design. Students will review and analyze existing visual perception research, and the requirements for visual landscape design in sustainable resource management planning processes. Both manual and introductory computer application techniques will be used to generate line of sight, and landscape alteration analysis. Perspective views from given viewpoints and flythroughs along roads and rivers will be created with various computer applications. Prerequisites: SRMT 2410 and SRMT 4420

This course includes a review of the geometry behind photogrammetric measurement, the collection of map data using soft copy workstation the geometry of orthophotographs, and a basic understanding of all steps in the mapping process. Prerequisites: SRMT 1400 and SRMT 2410

Introduces natural state land use assessment, planning elements, community zoning and site plans, neighbourhoods, lot and dwelling types, traffic considerations, road classifications, road patterns and names, single site planning, building envelopes, setbacks, lot layout design, cul-de-sacs, walkways and emergency access routes. Acts and Regulations governing subdivisions, the approval process, engineering servicing criteria and the economic aspects of land use development are reviewed.

Ecosystem Dynamics will address change in the major vegetation communities in B.C. Topics covered will include disturbance agents, frequency and intensity of disturbance, vegetation community renewal, growth and development, and succession. Past, present and possible future ecosystem states will be examined using current research information and ecosystem models. Management strategies to address the conservation of biodiversity, maintenance of water and air quality, control invasive species and minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfire will be reviewed. Prerequisites: SRMT 2320 and SRMT 2360

This course introduces the student to the issues related to fire management in the Wildland /Urban Interface. With the spread of home and other development into the forest interface, managers need to have a basic understanding of how to design using some FireSmart principles. There is also a requirement for managers to understand the interaction between local fire department operations and typical wildland fire-fighters. This course will also look at the initiative of Community Wildfire Protection Plans, currently used as the major funding for local government fuel management projects. Prerequisites: SRMT 2600 and SRMT 3300

This course develops an understanding of the different cultural based perspectives in resource management. Focusing on First Nation peoples, who are involved in all levels of natural resources administration and stewardship, the course will provide a foundation to help the student build a broader understanding, awareness, and appreciation for First Nations cultural values and concerns. The course also introduces students to the current structure of aboriginal organizations and government agencies involved with aboriginal affairs. Important resource management issues as they related to aboriginal organizations will be discussed. Prerequisites: SRMT 2910

This course provides participants with the information needed to assess and manage areas in and adjacent to riparian areas. An introduction to riparian assessment and restoration techniques is provided to expand discussion on management practices and options in riparian areas. Major course topics included classification of streams, lakes and wetlands, requirements for establishing riparian area boundaries, meeting riparian objectives for management areas, riparian assessment methodology and silvicultural practices that speed recovery of fish, water quality and channel stability. Prerequisites: SRMT 1340 and SRMT 1330 and SRMT 1400 and SRMT 3300

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to resource management issues that occur in the interface areas between urban and rural environments. The responsibilities and interactions between local and regional governments, and resource management agencies for planning, management, and emergency response will be an important focus for the course. Prerequisites: SRMT 1900 and SRMT 1920 and SRMT 2910 and SRMT 3900

This course reviews the interactions among different government agencies, industry, and public interest groups in the planning and land management process. It introduces integrated resources planning as an instrument of natural resource policy. The course reviews the purpose of integrated resources planning for major industries in the province, typical steps in planning processes, and the benefits and challenges to planning. The course surveys the history of natural resource planning in BC and describes in detail, strategic and operational planning. Current and emerging changes are reviewed, and examples of strategic and operational level planning initiatives are discussed. The relationships between various plans and their roles in monitoring performance will be highlighted. Various information sources related to planning and management processes will reviewed, as well as an overview of common planning tools. Students will have the opportunity to work in teams to prepare portions of plans, to participate in mock planning processes, and to critically analyze examples of plans. Prerequisites: SRMT 3900 and SRMT 4420

Topics will include governance issues related to aboriginal rights, and the delegation of power among local, provincial and federal governments. Important legal principles and terms will be discussed to aid students in the interpretation of recent decisions. Students will be able to describe the role courts and administrative boards play in the interpretation of government policy and legislation. The various branches of law (environmental, criminal, aboriginal, administrative, business) will be discussed in terms of their application to sustainable resource management. The link between the various professional associations, and role ethics and professionalism play in interpreting job responsibilities, will also form a significant component of the course. Prerequisites: SRMT 3900

This course examines environmental planning issues facing urban areas in British Columbia, including air, land, water, urban forests and habitat concerns. The course focuses on regulatory and non-regulatory tools available to local governments to address environmental planning, including Official Community Plans, zoning, establishment of development permit areas, environmental bylaws, growth management plans, watershed plans, streamside protection, stewardship initiatives, and site planning. The course uses case studies to illustrate challenges and opportunities, and focus class discussions. Prerequisites: SRMT 3900

This course explores the role that Woodlot and Community Forest Tenures have in the sustainable management of forest lands in BC. This course provides a background of the history of woodlots and community forests and their respective associations. Students are introduced to the concepts of ecological, social and economic sustainability as it applies to these forms of tenure. Students will review the current application and public consultation processes for these forest tenures. Students identify the typical timber and non-timber forest products generated by these tenures and how to best market them. This course introduces students to practical management practices for small scale forestry. Prerequisites: SRMT 3900

The course introduces students to strategies for communicating with the public, delivering and obtaining information. They prepare brochures, posters, and materials for interpretive programs; use strategic methods for responding to questions from the media; and present information orally to groups. Students also design and construct visual displays and give community briefings. NOTE: COMM 2002 or COMM 2202 may be taken instead of COMM 3348. Prerequisites: COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1148

Presents the influential concepts of both micro and macroeconomics and, in a student-based learning environment, assists you in applying these notions to your career. A professional economist will work with you in discovering the laws of supply and demand, consumer decision-making, producer profit maximization, competition and monopoly regulation in microeconomics. Use of fiscal, monetary and exchange rate policy to influence unemployment, inflation and economic growth is also covered. Familiarization with spreadsheets is strongly recommended for those intending to register in the Internet delivery section.

Focuses on the responsibility and duties of the PHI/EHO in land development. The process by which land is zoned, subdivided and developed is examined. Environmental assessments are discussed in detail.

Students will travel to numerous field locations become familiar with various types of geohazards found in both urban and rural environments. They will also be shown how to research existing information related to identify areas with potential geohazards before doing reconnaissance level field trips. The typical signs and symptoms for recent slides, slumps, falls, debris flows, and avalanches that can be readily observed in the field will be reviewed. Students will also be able to describe their responsibilities in relationship to members of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. Prerequisites: SRMT 1330

The course focuses on the introduction of basic tourism management principles, and the issues related to the integration of tourism and resource management to promote sustainable regional and community development Prerequisites: SRMT 2910 and SRMT 3900 and SRMT 3920

This course provides the student with the opportunity to become involved with an applied research project of particular interest in the field of Renewable Resources. Experience will be gained in planning a project, working productively with other individuals in a team environment, recording relevant information in a number of different formats (including journals), meeting the stated objectives of the project, and reporting on a renewable resource-related group project. Students follow the critical steps introduced in SRMT 3231 to see a resource- related research project through to completion. Prerequisites: SRMT 3231

The course introduces students to the skills necessary to query, analyze and present GIS compatible data. Digital themes will be created from a combination of field data, survey monument information, GPS data, geo-reference images, and existing SRM related data found in databases and other on-line sources. Students will then be shown how to link database information to map themes to automatically produce labels, and produce thematic maps based on attribute information. They will also use basic GIS tools such as Union, Clip and Intersect to create reports about a given location or feature. Other skills include creating buffers, topologically correct map polygons, TINs for landscape modeling and design purposes, and creating or update metadata information. Prerequisites: SRMT 4410

Integrated Vegetation Management will address management strategies and treatment methods to achieve desired, stable, natural vegetation communities in B.C. Treatments studied will include site preparation, regeneration, brushing and weeding, cleaning, and thinning. Strategies will be designed to cost-effectively and with minimal undesirable environmental impact achieve desired species composition and dominance. Strategies may also be designed to conserve biodiversity, control invasive species, minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfire, promote windfirmness and maintain pleasing appearance. Case studies will be employed to convey as much of the material as possible. Students will be required to prepare a treatment regime for a specific site and set of objectives. Prerequisites: SRMT 1310 and SRMT 2800 and SRMT 3300

The focus of this course is for students to obtain the skills necessary for researching and reviewing recent court and administrative board decisions that have the potential to impact their day to day work activities. Prerequisites: SRMT 4920

This course will introduce some of the current issues associated with managing urban streams and watersheds in B.C. Content will focus on reviewing the ecological effects of urbanization, the legal and institutional framework within which streams and watersheds are managed, and current strategies to protect and restore urban watersheds. The course will draw on a variety of case studies or practical examples to illustrate the complexity of managing systems that combine both ecological and social dimensions. The course will include a required field trip to a variety of example sites within the Lower Mainland. Prerequisites: SRMT 3900 and SRMT 4910