Unique in Quebec
Description
The Natural Environment Technology (NET) program is designed to train technicians in charge of monitoring wildlife and habitats.
In this program, students learn about the three components of the natural environment: fauna, flora and non-living elements (air, water, soil). Through an integrative and holistic teaching approach based on authentic situations, students develop their understanding of the complex processes and fragile equilibrium that govern natural ecosystems.
Students in natural environment techniques learn to develop sampling plans, inventory protocols and to conduct all kinds of field work. They get to practice how to prepare, operate and manage various types of equipment and specialized measuring instruments. It is in a spirit of sustainability that they develop their rigor and respect through all kinds of ecological sampling and data collection. All learnings are based on a conventional scientific approach that incorporates ecological indigenous knowledge (EIK).
This program is also available through the Work-Study Alternance formula.
Partnership with Desjardins
Desjardins, exclusive financial partner in helping adapt the program to a Northern reality.
Become Student for a day
Come share a day with students enrolled in the program of study that interests you. You’ll have the chance to participate in some classes, exchange with teachers, and become aware of college life.
Admission requirements
General conditions
To be admitted to a program leading to a diploma of college studies (DCS), you must meet the general admission requirements.
Specific conditions for admission
To be admitted to the Natural Environment Technology, you must have successfully completed:
Secondary IV Science and Technology of the Environment (STE) or Science of the Environment (SE).
Application for admission
To apply for admission to the Centre d’études collégiales à Chibougamau, you must visit the website of the Service regional d’admission des cegeps du Saguenay−Lac-Saint-Jean (SRASL) and follow the instructions to fill out the online form.
Make your application for admission
This program will be offered if there are enough students enrolled.
Course schedule
per week
general
specific
Knowledge
Physical Activity and Effectiveness
Cartography
Abiotic Components
Ecosystems
Outing and survival
Plants in their Habitat
Terrestrial Fauna 1
per week
general
specific
Written and Spoken Language
Complementary Course 1
Aerial Photography
Abiotic Environment
Profession and Legislation
Sampling Pla
Flora of Northern Quebec
Terrestrial Fauna 2
Wildlife and Habitat Management Internship 1
per week
general
specific
Introduction to College English
Security in Natural Environment
Abiotic Survey
Terrestrial Wildlife Survey
Vegetation Survey
Aquatic Wildlife Survey
A course among these choices:
French Language and Communication
French Language and Culture
French Language and Literature
per week
general
specific
Literary Genres
World Views
Complementary Course 2
Sustainable Development 1
Wildlife Health
Birds
Mammals
Wildlife and Territories
Wildlife and Habitat Management Internship
per week
general
specific
Literary Themes
Physical Activity and Health
Sustainable Development 2
Fishes
Aquatic Habitat Management
Terrestrial Habitat Management
Wildlife Population Management
Habitat Management Monitoring
Wildlife Population Monitorin
per week
general
specific
Ethics and Politics
Physical Activity et Autonomy
Sustainable Development 3
Wildlife Potential
Integrated Wildlife and Habitat Management
Monitoring Planification
Wildlife Management Plan
Wildlife and Habitat Management Internship 3
A course among these choices:
French Language and Communication
French Language and Culture
French Language and Literature
What to expect?
The Natural Environment Technology (NET) program is designed to train technicians in charge of monitoring wildlife and habitats.
Studying in the NET Program means…
Éducational Activities
Wildlife and Habitat Monitoring
- Survey of fur-bearer such as marten
- Monitoring of migrating bird species
- Monitoring harvested and protected fish populations
Wildlife Habitat Enhancement and Management
- Build pollinator mansions
- Build and monitor nesting boxes for raptors and cavity-nesting ducks
- Assess and do remedial work on fishways and habitat
Wildlife and Humans
- Monitor beavers and its impacts on roads
- Monitor carnivores presence around dumps, camps and northern communities
What kind of job I do after my 3 years of NET Program?
- Conduct surveys to assess the state of wildlife populations and habitats
- Collect data on various species of mammals, plants, fishes, insects, etc.
- Analyze data and develop portraits of the state of wildlife populations and habitats
- Produce wildlife management and enhancement plans
- Carry out management, monitoring and restoration work relating to wildlife populations and their habitats
- Collect, process, treat and analyse samples and data
- Write scientific reports that provide accurate and comprehensive picture of a natural environment based on a variety of information sources and collected data
Where do I work when I’ve accomplished my NET College diploma?
- Cree Nation Government and band offices, Federal and provincial governments, Hydro-Québec – Niskamoon, Cree Trappers Association (CTA), Nibiischii Corporation, Forest, mining and transportation industries, Consulting firms such as Enviro Cree, WSP, etc., Outfitters such as Cota, University research centres, Watershed management agencies
- Gateways to some university programs are possible under certain conditions
After the DCS
Careers opportunities
The natural environment technician trained in Eeyou Istchee Baie-James is a competent generalist whose diverse academic experience can serve a wide variety of land and natural resource users.
Graduates from the NET program can work for environmental assessment in the mining, forestry, or transportation industries.
They can work for public or private stakeholders in charge of managing harvested or endangered wildlife populations and their habitats.
They can also contribute to the protection of wildlife and habitats through mandate such as impact assessment studies, restoration projects of disturbed sites or recreational or tourism activities.
The natural environment technician trained in Eeyou Istchee Baie-James contributes to the sustainable development of Northern Québec.
On the way to the university
Gateways to some university programs are possible under certain conditions.
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