Welcome to Wildlife Conservation Technology

Below is the list of required courses for year 1 of your program. To complete your course registration, log in to Self Service. For further information and step-by-step instructions, please visit our course registration guide. 

2026 PS Fall

• BIOL-1201-WCT
• BIOL-1205-WCT
• GEOG-1000-WCT
• WCTN-1100-WCT
• NCPR-1100-WCT
• NCPR-1101-WCT
• NCPR-1102-WCT
• NCPR-1104-WCT
• SAFE-1005-WCT

2027 PS Winter

• BIOL-1200-WCT
• BIOL-1206-WCT
• BIOL-1220-WCT
• COMM-1110-WCT
• COMP-1000-WCT
• MATH-1200-WCT
• NCPR-1002-WCT
• NCPR-1103-WCT

2027 PS Spring

• WCTN-1110-WCT

Holland College - Key Dates:

• First Day of Classes (Fall Semester): September 8, 2026
• Last Day of Classes (Fall Semester): December 18, 2026
• First Day of Classes (Winter Semester): January 5, 2027
• Last Day of Classes (Winter Semester): April 23, 2027
• February Break (No Classes): February 22-26, 2027

For a complete list of important dates, please consult the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar: https://www.hollandcollege.com/student-experience/registrars-office/academic-calendar.html

Program Key Dates:

• WCTN-1100 Field Camp I: October 5-9, 2026
• WCTN-1110 Field Camp II: April 26-30, 2027

Required Books

• The Wildlife Techniques Manual: Volume 1: Research. Volume 2: Management 2-vol. set – Nova J. Silvy 8th Edition ISBN-13: 978-1421436692
  
  
• Trees and Shrubs of the Maritimes: Field Guide - Todd Boland. ISBN-13: 978-0986537653
  
  
• Wildflowers of Nova Scotia- Todd Boland. ISBN-13: 978-1927099483
  
  
• Mammals of North America - Fiona A Reid. 4th Edition ISBN-13: 978-0395935965
  
  
• Birds of Eastern & Central North America - Roger Tory Peterson. 7th Edition ISBN-13: 978-0547152462
  
  
• A Short Guide to Writing about Biology – Jan A. Pechenik. 10th Edition ISBN-13:978-1-4786-5327-1
  
  
• Peninsular Level Book LB 8L2 (Note: This orange field book can be found in the bookstore) OR Rite in the Rain All-Weather Side-Spiral Notebook, 4 5/8" x 7", Yellow Cover, Level Pattern (313)

First-year books not needed until second semester (January 2027):

• New Brunswick Trees & Shrubs in Winter - A field guide - Rudolph Stocek (Note: This photocopied/bound book can be found in the bookstore)

Required Materials & Tools

• Cruiser vest (must be orange and have pockets)
  • Recommend “One size fits all” from BAP https://www.bapequipmentstore.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=752
• Bear repellent and holster from BAP
  • https://www.bapequipmentstore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1477 
    https://www.bapequipmentstore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1478
  • Note: You can also find these items at Canadian Tire or Bass Pro)
• Hiking boots
• Rubber boots
• Fox 40 whistle – orange
• Compass (a sighting compass in degrees)
• Camp dishes (for field camps)
• Chest waders (NO hip waders)
• Windproof / waterproof jacket & pants
• Hat for sun / toque / gloves
• Sunglasses (polarized are helpful)
• Pocket knife / multi-tool
• Flashlight / headlamp
• Water bottle
• Backpack (for day trips)
• Watch / alarm clock
• Tent/ footprint/ stakes / paracord Sleeping pad / mattress / air pump
• Sleeping bag /extra blanket
• Towel / face cloth
• Cup / wash bowl
• Personal toiletries / hygiene products
• Camp chair
• Ear plugs (some people snore)
• Cooler (for breakfast/lunch items)
• Cloth / grocery bag (for plant collections)
• Power bank
• Calculator (scientific)

Required Technology

Your First Day

• Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: Room 018, CAST (Centre for Applied Science and Technology), Prince of Wales Campus
• What Should I Bring? Pen, notepad, and health card

The orientation day on September 8th is mandatory. We will be filling out program related forms and others for WCTN-1100 Field Camp I.