Meteorological technicians

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the scientific study of the prediction of atmospheric motion and climate change. These programs include courses in general circulation patterns, weather phenomena, atmospheric predictability, parameterization, numerical and statistical analysis, large-scale and meso-scale phenomena, kinematic structures, precipitation processes, and forecasting techniques.

Meteorology

Meteorology Diplomas

To work in an accounting-related profession in B.C., you may choose to earn the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Eligibility for this designation is achieved through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in any subject from a Canadian or international university and required prerequisite courses. 

Employment as a senior manager in construction, transportation, production, and utilities may additionally require several years of related work experience. 

Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities

To work as 'Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers' and 'Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians' in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program.
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Telecommunication carriers managers

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To practice as an engineering manager in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Engineering managers

Computer and information systems managers

Oceanographers

Other professional occupations in physical sciences

To work as an urban and land use planner in B.C., you may choose to earn the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Certification. Eligibility is achieved through signing up with the Canada Green Building Council.

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as a professional planner in B.C., you must register with the Planning Institute of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a degree from an accredited planning school, 2 years of practical work experience, 1 year of professional mentorship, and successful completion of a professional examination and ethics course.

Urban and land use planners

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To practice as a mechanical engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Mechanical engineers

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To practice as an electrical engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Electrical and electronics engineers

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To practice as a chemical engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Chemical engineers

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To practice as an industrial and manufacturing engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Industrial and manufacturing engineers

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To practice as a metallurgical and materials engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Metallurgical and materials engineers

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To practice as a mining engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Mining engineers

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To practice as an geological engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Geological engineers

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To practice as a petroleum engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Petroleum engineers

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To practice as an engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Other professional engineers

Industrial designers

To work as a manager in transport operations in B.C., you may choose to become certified as an operator of a particular mode of transportation through Transport Canada. The modes of transportation you may become certified in include, but are not limited to, commercial pilot, vessel master, or truck driver. 

Managers in transportation operations

Manufacturing managers

Engineering Bachelor's Degrees

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To practice as an aerospace engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists BC. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Aerospace engineers

Engineering Physics Bachelor's Degrees

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To work as an actuary in B.C., you may choose to register with the Canadian Institute of Actuaries. Eligibility is achieved through a combination of education, courses, and exams.

Employment as a fully-licensed actuary may additionally require relevant work experience.

Actuaries

Data scientists

Database analysts and data administrators

Mathematics Bachelor's Degrees

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To practice as a geoscientist in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience in geoscience, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Employment as a geoscientist requires related work experience.

Geoscientists

Physics Bachelor's Degrees

The Diploma in Meteorology offers a two-year part-time program in theoretical and applied meteorology. It is designed for students already having a bachelor's degree in another field who wish to qualify as a meteorologist. This qualification is required for many meteorology jobs, and is useful for environmental applications or for further studies in atmospheric science. With permission of the Associate Chair, academically strong students intending to continue directly to graduate studies may be able to complete the program in a single intensive year.

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