Diploma in Geological Technology GeoEnvironmental

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

Canada,Alberta

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24 Months

Duration

CAD$ 17,242/year

Tuition Fee

CAD$ 115

Application Fee

Sep 2022

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Canada, Alberta

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1962

Total Students: 32,000 +

Int. Students: 1,800 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

11762 106 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1, Canada

Diploma in Geological Technology GeoEnvironmental

Program Overview

Unlock the undiscovered potential of what lies below the surface of the Earth. From resource exploration to surveying and land development, geological technologists use their knowledge of rock, groundwater and sedimentary formations to inform major decisions across a number of industries.

NAIT’s 2-year Geological Technology diploma program will provide you with a solid background in physical geology, petrology, hydrogeology, geophysics, structural geology, historical geology and sedimentary geology. You’ll also develop foundational mathematics, chemistry and applied science knowledge and receive essential safety training to ensure you and your colleagues are safe in the field.

This program is Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) Certified.

What You Will Learn
Hands-on, industry-relevant skills

In addition to lectures and labs, our program is supported by immersive field trips and guest lectures from industry experts. You’ll see active mines and sites of geological interest, and in Year 2 of the program you’ll spend a full week in the field. These trips will help bridge course theory to real-world applications and give you a preview of possible careers. 

Throughout the program, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and interact with your instructors thanks to our commitment to providing small classes (40 students maximum) and labs (20 students).

You’ll participate in a wide range of activities, including:

  • Researching, interpreting and mapping geology of a given area 
  • Identifying common rocks, minerals, glacial deposits 
  • Using software applications used in the field
  • Performing basic topographic, geophysical, geochemical, and geological surveys
  • Conducting environmental site assessments
  • Creating conceptual site models for remediating contaminated sites
  • Evaluating natural resources for production and extraction

On average you can expect to spend:

  • 28 hours per week attending classes and labs over the course of a semester
  • 10 to 20 hours per week studying and completing class assignments

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