Program Related Skills
Academic courses in this program provide opportunities to develop the following types of skills. Learn how to review your course syllabus to help identify specific skills gained in your coursework in our Skills Articulation (SA) modules. Make a career counselling or an employment strategy appointment to discuss how you can demonstrate these skills to employers.
- Communication: Effectively describe scientific concepts to diverse audiences through presentations, group discussions and written assignments.
- Data Analysis: Use statistical software and tools to analyze environmental data, interpreting trends for data-driven assessments, reporting and decision-making.
- Leadership: Demonstrate initiative and ability to lead others through project work and community initiatives.
- Report Writing: Prepare research papers and lab reports that clearly communicate complex environmental information.
- Research Skills: Conduct field studies, literature reviews and lab experiments used to gather, evaluate and synthesize evidence-based information.
- Technical Knowledge: Develop understanding of environmental systems and regulations and how to apply technical expertise to address real-world environmental challenges.
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Updated November 2024