NorQuest College’s Environmental Technician Diploma blends environmental science with hands-on fieldwork so you graduate job-ready for Alberta’s fast-growing environmental sector. Over two years you’ll master soil, water, air, and vegetation sampling; data collection with GIS, GPS, and drones; and the regulations that guide reclamation and sustainability projects. Small classes taught by industry-experienced instructors ensure you build practical skills while cultivating the critical thinking and teamwork employers demand.

What You’ll Learn

• Field Sampling & Analysis – perform soil, water, and vegetation assessments using industry-standard equipment and laboratory techniques.

• Land Reclamation & Remediation – design site-specific plans that restore disturbed land to productive use.

• Water & Waste Management – evaluate surface- and ground-water quality, and develop safe waste-handling strategies.

• GIS, GPS & Drone Mapping – collect, analyze, and visualize environmental data for real-time decision making.

• Regulations & Compliance – interpret Alberta and federal environmental legislation to ensure projects meet all requirements.

• Sustainability & Climate Action – apply best practices that balance ecological health with economic development.

Hands-On Learning

• Intensive Field Schools in local wetlands, forests, and reclamation sites build confidence in rugged, real-world conditions.

• Applied Research Projects with industry partners give you résumé-ready experience solving authentic problems.

• Two Work Practicums (minimum 300 hours) connect you to employers in consulting, government, and resource sectors.

Career Outcomes
Graduates step into roles such as Environmental Field Technician, Reclamation Assistant, Water Quality Technician, or GIS Environmental Analyst. Alberta’s energy transition, infrastructure upgrades, and heightened regulatory oversight continue to drive demand for skilled environmental technicians province-wide.