The mission of the Environmental Science Technology Program is to prepare students for employment as skilled technicians in environmental testing, consulting, and related industries – with a focus on wetlands management. Graduates are also prepared for continued success in future academic studies and other lifelong learning endeavors.
The Environmental Science Technology curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for employment in environmental testing/consulting and related industries. Major emphasis is placed on biological and chemical evaluation of man's impact on his environment.
Graduates of the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree program may choose to transfer some credits to selected colleges and universities for further study and/or pursue employment opportunities.
Course work includes general education, computer applications, biology, chemistry, industrial safety, and an extensive array of detailed environmentally specific classes.
Students should consult with their advisors to help plan a program of study to complete program course work and fulfill the minimum general education competency requirements that must be met prior to graduation from the chosen program of study
Graduates should qualify for numerous positions within the industry. Employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following: Chemical Analysis, Biological Analysis, Water/Wastewater Treatment, EPA Compliance Inspection, Hazardous Material Handling, Waste Abatement/Removal, and Contaminated Site Assessment/Remediation
- ENV 110 Environmental Science
- ENV 120 Earth Science ENV 210 Management of Waste
- ENV 226 Environmental Law
- ENV 236 Wetlands Science
Lead Instructor: Rebecca Westbrooks