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CREDITS |
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BI |
405 |
Aquatic Bio-monitoring |
3 |
This course is designed to introduce the student to various concepts and techniques associated with environmental biomonitoring, the analysis of samples collected during biomonitoring work, and the analysis of environmental samples using bioassay tests. Current methods used by environmental monitoring agencies and laboratories for the detection of pollutants are emphasized. Prerequisite: BI 205 |
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LA |
320 |
Water Conservation and Regulations |
3 |
This course focuses on the topics of environmental legislation and management and how these are used by government as a tool for environmental protection. Acts, regulations, codes of practice, policies, standards, objectives, and guidelines are all studied and applied to common natural resource and industrial development scenarios. The role of government, boards, non-governmental organizations and practices in environmental management such as strict liability, due diligence and environmental management systems are also examined. |
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SC |
242 |
Spill Response & Field Certification |
3 |
This course introduces students to various environmental protection and safety skills identified by employers as being important to working field professionals in the environmental industry. Successful candidates will receive industry recognized certification in Spill Response, Standard First Aid and CPR-C with AED (Automated External Defibrillator), H2S Alive ®, All Terrain Vehicle Operation and Safety, and Motor Boat Operation and Safety. Students also gain a working knowledge of spill response and reporting requirements as provided by the Alberta and Saskatchewan governments.
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SC |
301 |
Applied Hydrology |
3 |
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. |
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SC |
307 |
Environmental Site Assessment |
3 |
Gain basic understanding of how to evaluate contaminated sites through processes of a Site Assessment, Site Characterization, and parallel process of Environmental Risk Assessment. Effective management of environmental risks (i.e. contamination) and remediation of contaminated sites requires basic understanding of science, policy and culture of risk assessment and risk management. Prerequisites: SC 110 and SC 200. |
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SC |
316 |
Municipal Water |
3 |
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to develop and incorporate an overall integrated waste management strategy for most industries in Alberta. Topics include: solid waste management (municipal and industrial) hazardous wastes, oilfield wastes, and wastewater treatment systems. Field trips are used to demonstrate integrated waste management systems in operation. Prerequisites: SC 110 and SC 200. |
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SC |
336 |
Environmental Contaminants |
3 |
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: SC110, SC200 and SC301. |
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SC |
362 |
Wetlands Water Systems |
3 |
This course explores the hydrological functions of the most highly-valued feature on the landscape: the wetland. Students learn how wetlands are key drivers of regional hydrology, water quality, and flood and drought mitigation. Additional topics include contamination remediation, water sampling techniques, and utilizing amphibians as a water quality indicator. Current and emerging management tools including remote sensing are used to examine the hydrological effects of climate change. Prerequisite: none. Co-requisite: none. |
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SC |
430 |
Industrial Waste Management |
3 |
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. Prerequisites: none. |
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SC |
437 |
Aquatic Habitat Protection |
3 |
This course looks at various human activities known to have a negative impact on freshwater habitats and why, and how, these negative impacts occur. Students are also introduced to techniques used to eliminate or minimize the negative impacts of an activity on freshwater habitat, as well as those commonly used in attempts to restore such habitat where degradation has already occurred. Prerequisite: BI 205. Co-requisite: SC 301. |
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SC |
448 |
Groundwater Monitoring Techniques |
3 |
Introduction to equipment and methods commonly used when conducting groundwater monitoring projects. Learn to plan and implement a fieldwork program including conducting a desk study, field and lab evaluation of aquifers, borehole selection and installation, taking and interpreting water levels, chemistry and pump test data, and using safe working practices. Introduction to impacts of groundwater resources due to agricultural, industrial and petroleum production activities including those resulting from extraction of coal bed methane. Prerequisite: SC 301 or equivalent water resources competency strongly encouraged. |
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SC |
481 |
Application of Environmental Regulations |
3 |
This course focuses on the environmental legislation specific to regulatory requirements in industrial sectors in order to eliminate, or minimize, the negative environmental effects of development. Practices in environmental management including environmental assessment, permitting requirements, compliance inspections and strict liability offences are also discussed. |
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SO |
340 |
Soil Classification & Landforms |
3 |
Study of Canadian System of Soil Classification with emphasis on factors affecting soil genesis and taxonomy. Topics include geology, glaciation, weathering and 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. Prerequisite: SO 210. |
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