Stack Sampling
Questions?
Stack sampling — also known as source sampling — is the process of collecting and verifying emissions from industrial sources to support regulatory compliance and environmental monitoring.
As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, a strong understanding of stack sampling methods and Alberta Stack Sampling Code requirements is essential for organizations responsible for industrial emissions monitoring and compliance.
MRU’s Stack Sampling courses are taught by experienced industry professionals and designed for those working in environmental monitoring, compliance, and industrial operations.
Do you need an overview or more in-depth, hands-on training?
Choose from the course options below to best suit your role, experience level, and learning needs.
Stack Sampling Fundamentals
Online, Self-Directed | Non-Graded
Build foundational knowledge of stack sampling theory, methods, and calculations aligned with the Alberta Stack Sampling Code. This online, self-directed, non-graded course focuses on the principles behind common source sampling methods, including key metrics, calculations, and Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) requirements.
Designed to support a fundamental understanding of environmental compliance, quality assurance, and emissions oversight, this course is ideal for supervisors, managers, and professionals who oversee stack sampling work or need a clear understanding of how industrial emissions testing is performed.
Stack Sampling
Classroom | 4-day Intensive
Develop hands-on skills in industrial stack sampling and source emissions testing through this classroom, 4-day intensive course. Learn to operate equipment used in Alberta Stack Sampling Code methods and practice measurements, calculations, and data interpretation related to flow rates, concentration, moisture content, and mass emissions.
Through guided, experiential learning, this course prepares professionals who work directly in the field to perform stack sampling accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Stack Sampling Fundamentals
Delivery
Online, Self-directed | Non-graded (15 hours)
Focus
Theory and methods
Hands-on equipment
No
Alberta Stack Sampling Code
Yes
Ideal for
Supervisors, managers, professionals overseeing sampling
Required materials
Download: Alberta Stack Sampling Code, 1995 (available from Open Alberta); Alberta CEMS Code, 2021 (available from Open Alberta)
Digital badge
No
Stack Sampling
Delivery
Classroom, 4-day intensive (30 hours)
Focus
Hands-on application and equipment use
Hands-on equipment
Yes
Alberta Stack Sampling Code
Yes
Ideal for
Field technicians and practitioners
Required materials
Bring printed copies of the: Alberta Stack Sampling Code, 1995 (available from Open Alberta); Alberta CEMS Code, 2021 (available from Open Alberta)
Standard calculator, pens, pencils and a notebook.
Digital badge
Yes
Digital Badge
Students who successfully complete the Stack Sampling four-day intensive course earn a digital badge through MyCreds™. Digital badges verify your demonstrated knowledge and skills. Learn more.