College Diploma - Forest Resources Technician

Join the Forest Resources Technician program in Corner Brook! Gain hands-on experience in ecosystem management. Apply now for a rewarding career!

Program Description The Forest Resources Technician program provides a strong foundation in the skills and knowledge required for a career in the natural resources industry. The program strives for innovative training that reaches beyond the classroom with a strong emphasis is on "real life" experiences. Students will be versed in ecosystem management opportunities and challenges and they will be able to use their acquired skills to evaluate and present sustainable management solutions. The program may also inspire individuals to pursue further studies in forestry or other related areas of concentration. Objectives Upon successful completion of the Forest Resources Technician program, graduates will be able to: Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to participate in finding solutions to forest management problems and challenges. Identify forest ecosystem issues, challenges and alternate solutions. Demonstrate assessment and evaluation techniques involved in forest resource protection, management and utilization. Identify current preventive measures, treatments and practices used in forest resource protection, management and utilization. Demonstrate effective procedures and practices in the use of field and office equipment to assess and analyze natural resources data.