Ecological Restoration
丁香园AV and the British Columbia Institute of Technology collaborate on the Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Ecological Restoration, a full time professional graduate program offering a combined emphasis on applied technical experience and advanced theoretical foundations of ecological restoration. This joint BCIT-丁香园AV credential requires students to satisfactorily complete coursework at BCIT and 丁香园AV. For further information visit
丁香园AV Requirements
The MSc in Ecological Restoration is administered by 丁香园AV and BCIT. To qualify for admission to the program, a student must satisfy the university admission requirements for a Master's Program as stated in of the Graduate 丁香园AV section of the 丁香园AV calendar.
The student must hold a four year bachelor’s degree in ecology, plant science, animal science, soil science, environmental science, resource science (land, water, fish and wildlife, forestry), physical geography, environmental engineering, or a related program from a recognized postsecondary institution.
In addition, students must have completed:
• one introductory course each in ecology and statistics
• two upper level courses in: biology, ecology (plant, fish, wildlife, restoration/reclamation, etc.),
statistics, plants science, soil science, physical geography (hydrology, geomorphology, limnology,
etc.), forest science, natural resource management, environmental science, or related courses
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Program Requirements
The program consists of ten courses (including three courses, one core and two electives, in the student’s area of specialization) and an Applied Research Project. These courses can be completed over four academic semesters in the full time program.
The program is composed of three main areas: core program, area of specialization, and applied research project.
Core Program (required for all students)
ECOR 9100 Concepts of Ecological Restoration and the Physical Environment
ECOR 9110 Planning and Monitoring for Ecological Restoration
ECOR 9200 Field Applications of Restoration Principles
ECOR 9210 Restoration of Terrestrial Ecosystems; or ECOR 9220 Restoration of Aquatic Ecosystems
A review of general ecology, including theories relevant to the individual, the population, and the community, and their interaction and their relationship with the physical (abiotic) environment. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the M.Sc. Program.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Marnie Branfireun |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2015: Wed, 2:30鈥�5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
An examination into the general philosophical foundations of science, the nature of scientific disputes, and the relevance of these to ecology. Topics covered include the following fundamental concepts: science, the scientific method, reliable knowledge, poor science, hypothetical-deductive approach, hypothesis testing and experimental design. Prerequisite: ECOR 9100 - Concepts of ER & the Physical Environment; ECO 611 - Concepts of ER & the Biological Environment; ECOR 9110 - Planning & Monitoring for ER.
An examination of project management in ecological restoration with an emphasis on managing uncertainty, risk assessment and communications. Reviews the legal system that governs use and protection of natural resources and the environment in Canada. Prerequisite: ECOR 9100 - Concepts of ER and the Physical Environment; ECO 611 - Concepts of ER and the Biological Environment; ECOR 9110 - Planning and Monitoring for ER.
An exploration of human-nature relationship from multiple perspectives to the practice of ecological restoration. Special emphasis on First Nations. Covers knowledge of ecological restoration and how to compromise among diverse perspectives, protocols. Prerequisite: ECO 622 - Project Management & Policy for ER; ECOR 911O- Planning and Monitoring for ER.
NOTE: ECOR courses are based at BCIT.
Areas of Specialization
Students select three courses, one core course and two electives, in their area of specialization. The courses are:
• Restoration of Terrestrial Ecosystems Concepts or Restoration of Aquatic Ecosystems (as above)
• Two elective courses from Table 1
Table 1. Elective Area of Specialization courses available at 丁香园AV
Aquatic Cluster
This course will illustrate the value of applying ecological theory, particularly concerning life history and demography, to issues of management and conservation. Examination of life history characteristics and variability of individuals will demonstrate how knowledge of demography and population parameters are essential for effective conservation. Emphasis will be on vertebrate species.
Advanced topics in understanding water-rock interactions and the geochemistry of groundwater during processes such as weathering and recharge, acid mine drainage, diagenesis and hydrothermal ore deposit formation. The course focuses on the physical and chemical principles that govern the geochemistry of groundwater with emphasis on water sample collection and analysis, chemical thermodynamics, gas-water-rock interactions and geochemical modeling. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in hydrogeology recommended (or permission of instructor).
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Dirk Kirste |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2015: Tue, 8:30鈥�10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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| G101 | TBD |
EASC 70X Special Topics in Hydrology *
Conceptual and methodological bases of current hydrologic research. Equivalent Courses: GEOG731.
An examination of current conceptual and methodological issues in fluvial geomorphology based on analyses of the primary research literature. Equivalent Courses: GEOG726.
Use of quantitative methods of risk assessment and decision analysis to explicitly take uncertainty into account when making decisions in management of natural resources. Methods of quantifying uncertainty and the resulting risks. Examples from management of forests, wildlife, fisheries, water resources, energy, and toxic chemicals. Communicating information about uncertainties and the resulting risks to resource managers, the public, and scientists. Advantages and limitations of various quantitative methods. Includes computer laboratories. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Examines the theory and practice of forest management based on an understanding of the linkages between forest ecosystem dynamics, economics, policy and social management. Principles are illustrated with reference to contemporary forestry issues. Prerequisite: REM 611 or permission of instructor.
The use of statistical techniques and mathematical models in resource management with special emphasis on experimentation, survey techniques, and statistical model construction. This course may not be used for the satisfaction of degree requirements in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. Prerequisite: A course in parametric and non-parametric statistics.
Terrestrial Cluster
This course will illustrate the value of applying ecological theory, particularly concerning life history and demography, to issues of management and conservation. Examination of life history characteristics and variability of individuals will demonstrate how knowledge of demography and population parameters are essential for effective conservation. Emphasis will be on vertebrate species.
Theory and practice of population modeling and demographic analysis.
Soil physics, soil chemistry, soil biology and/or forest soils. Equivalent Courses: GEOG718.
A study of the environmental behavior and toxic effects of chemical substances in the environment and the application of methodologies for their assessment and management. Equivalent Courses: MRM610 MRM660.
A review of population, community, and ecosystem ecology; implications of these areas for methods of resource management and environmental assessment. Equivalent Courses: MRM611.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Anne Salomon |
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2015: Tue, 10:30 a.m.鈥�12:20 p.m.
Sep 8 鈥� Dec 7, 2015: Fri, 12:30鈥�2:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
Use of quantitative methods of risk assessment and decision analysis to explicitly take uncertainty into account when making decisions in management of natural resources. Methods of quantifying uncertainty and the resulting risks. Examples from management of forests, wildlife, fisheries, water resources, energy, and toxic chemicals. Communicating information about uncertainties and the resulting risks to resource managers, the public, and scientists. Advantages and limitations of various quantitative methods. Includes computer laboratories. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Examines the theory and practice of forest management based on an understanding of the linkages between forest ecosystem dynamics, economics, policy and social management. Principles are illustrated with reference to contemporary forestry issues. Prerequisite: REM 611 or permission of instructor.
The use of statistical techniques and mathematical models in resource management with special emphasis on experimentation, survey techniques, and statistical model construction. This course may not be used for the satisfaction of degree requirements in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. Prerequisite: A course in parametric and non-parametric statistics.
* Please note that there are a variety of EASC courses of potential relevance to the program.
** Noted as a core REM course that may require a second offering.
Applied Research Project
In their Applied Research Project, students will conduct extensive fieldwork, normally in collaboration with industry partners and academic supervisors.
Academic Requirements within the Graduate General Regulations
All graduate students must satisfy the academic requirements that are specified in the , as well as the specific requirements for the program in which they are enrolled, as shown above.