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Canada's freshwater resources, along with those worldwide, are facing challenges from expanding populations, technological advancements, pollution, poor resource management, and climate change impacts.
The Environmental Engineering Technology - Water Resources program builds upon core competencies in mathematics, geology, and chemistry. It equips students with critical problem-solving abilities, research methodologies, and hands-on laboratory and field experience to tackle environmental concerns and safeguard natural resources.
This program covers: Groundwater assessment and exploration techniques, Hydrological studies of surface and subsurface water systems
Aquatic ecosystem biology, Water chemistry fundamentals, Soil and water protection methodologies, Drinking water purification and wastewater processing principles, Soil testing protocols and groundwater restoration techniques, Well drilling and construction basics, Applied technical research project development
Career pathways
Graduates may find employment with entities focused on water quality and resource management, environmental assessments, waste solutions, and land use planning.
Employment opportunities exist with engineering consultancies, regulatory bodies, all levels of government, water service providers, treatment facilities, waste management organizations, and industrial operations requiring water quality monitoring.