ENVR 190 Computer Applications in Natural Resource Management

School of Environment and Geomatics

ENVR 190 Computer Applications in Natural Resource Management. This introductory course builds on students' basic computer skills, focusing on applications relevant to careers in the environment and geomatics sectors. Students will learn to organize and manage files, create presentations and graphics, and develop spreadsheet skills. The course also covers formatting professional documents, setting up data collection on tablets, and transferring data between systems. Emphasis is placed on applying these skills to real-world tasks and demonstrating professionalism in digital work.

Accessibility Services Notice

Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.

Transfer Agreements

Course to Course transfer – YesBlock Transfer – Yesbctransferguide.ca

Course Details
Total number of weeks	15
Total Credits
Total Hours	30

Typical hours per week breakdown
Lab (lab, field, computer)	2

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

Organize and find files on various computer systems, including efficiently transferring files from field tablets
Develop technical presentations and graphics using standard industry software
Enter and manage natural resource management data in spreadsheets, including use of basic analytical tools
Present written work professionally by formatting technical documents using word processing software
Collect numeric and spatial data in a field setting
Demonstrate professionalism in their digital work, including proper email etiquette, timely submission of assignments, and respectful online communication

Teaching and Learning Approach

This is a face-to-face lab course. Labs will start with an introduction to the material, and students will then work through step-by-step instructions to learn the material. All course materials will be available through the Moodle online learning platform. Note that the Course Schedule posted is subject to change.

Learning Resources

Required: None – all materials will be uploaded to ENVR 190 Moodle site. Recommended: Notebook, pen, pencil, eraser, and ruler. Your iPad will be required for some labs, and you may find it useful as a companion in all labs.

Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered

1. Revised schedule for Week 1 Introduction to file management and college network. Introduction to professionalism assignment. 2. Introduction to tablets for field computing 3. Using AI at the college and in the workplace 4. Introduction to MS Word for technical writing (part 1) 5. MS Word for technical writing (part 2) 6. MS Word for technical writing (part 3) 7. MS Word for technical writing (part 4) 8. Midterm assignment (MS Word editting) 9. Introduction to MS Powerpoint 10. Conceptual diagrams and introduction to final assignment 11. Introduction to MS Excel – Pivot tables and charts 12. MS Excel – charts 13. MS Excel - mathematical calculations and functions 14. MS Excel - data analysis, flow charts, formatting page layouts, and helpful tips and tricks

Assessment

Title	Learning Outcomes	Value
Lab Assignments	1, 2, 3, 4	65%
Midterm Assignment	1, 2, 3, 4	15%
Final Assignment	1, 2, 3, 4	15%
Professionalism	4	5%
Total		100%

Grading Table

Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table

Percentage	Letter Grade	GPA
90-100	A+	4.33
85-89	A	4.00
80-84	A-	3.67
76-79	B+	3.33
72-75	B	3.00
68-71	B-	2.67
64-67	C+	2.33
60-63	C	2.00
55-59	C-	1.67
50-54	P	1.00
0-49	F	0.00
	DNW	0.00

See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.

Disclaimer

Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.