Diploma of Integrated Resource Management

Saskatchewan’s natural resources are rich and varied - fisheries, forests, wildlife and park areas. Integrated resource management (IRM) takes a balanced approach to managing these resources. The focus is on sustainability and stewardship. Integrated resource management practitioners are analytic thinkers who combine a knack for science with a love of the outdoors. It’s an excellent career choice if you want to play a role in sustainable silviculture (forestry management), fisheries, wildlife or park management. Integrated Resource Management is a two-year diploma program that gives you a unique perspective on balancing the environmental, economic and social factors of natural resource development. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through labs, camps, field exercises and work experience. You’ll learn how to collect and analyze data, enforce regulations and monitor resource use. You’ll develop knowledge and skill in: applying Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to resource management situations applying statistics to resource management problems fish, wildlife, forestry and parks management implementing quality control mapping, compassing and remote sensing

Grade 12 Minimum 65% average in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30 (combined) Minimum 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or 60% in Foundations of Math 30 or 60% in Pre-Calculus 30. Previous Saskatchewan mathematics requirement also accepted: Minimum combined average of 60% in Math A30 and B30. Alternative admission - Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.