Penticton,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in Water Engineering Technology - Water and Wastewater Technology in Kelowna Canada | Okanagan College
Okanagan College
|
Kelowna Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
21,034
(c. USD15,086.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This program offers a distinctive combination of conventional chemical and civil engineering principles integrated with cutting-edge environmental studies centered on water. Its objective is to prepare students through education and practical training for careers in the water sector, enabling them to safeguard public health and ecosystems. The curriculum covers subjects like hydrology, hydraulics, water quality assessment, water and wastewater treatment processes, system operations and maintenance, as well as specialized biology and chemistry related to water resources. In their second year, students can select from two tracks: Environmental Monitoring (EM) or Water and Wastewater Technology (WWT). The EM specialization features courses in groundwater hydrology, limnology, and freshwater ecology, while the WWT track focuses on municipal/industrial wastewater treatment, distribution networks, and automated control systems. Every student must undertake a culminating technology project that applies the program's theoretical knowledge and hands-on learning.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
English requirement: English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
Math requirement:
A minimum of 60% in any of:
Pre-calculus Grade 12
Principles of Mathematics 12
Applications of Mathematics 12
Adult Basic Education MATH 012
Okanagan College MATH 120
Or a minimum of 67% in any of:
Pre-calculus Grade 11
Principles of Mathematics 11
Adult Basic Education MATH 011
Or a minimum of 85% in an Okanagan College Mathematics 11 Proficiency Test
Chemistry 11 with a grade of 67% or better.
The Water Engineering Technology program stresses the use of computers in solving engineering problems. It is recommended that students entering the program have a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and presentation tools software. An introductory course in computers or computer experience is strongly recommended.
Mature Students: Applicants who do not have secondary school graduation may apply as a mature student provided they are at least 19 years of age and have not attended secondary school on a full-time basis for a year or more. Mature students must complete specific entrance requirements that apply to regular applicants.
International Baccalaureate (IB) programs accepted.
Duolingo English Test - Overall score 105
IELTS - Overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL - 79 (Internet-based), or 213 (computer-based), or 550 (paper-based)
English requirement: English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.
Math requirement:
A minimum of 60% in any of:
Pre-calculus Grade 12
Principles of Mathematics 12
Applications of Mathematics 12
Adult Basic Education MATH 012
Okanagan College MATH 120
Or a minimum of 67% in any of:
Pre-calculus Grade 11
Principles of Mathematics 11
Adult Basic Education MATH 011
Or a minimum of 85% in an Okanagan College Mathematics 11 Proficiency Test
Chemistry 11 with a grade of 67% or better.
The Water Engineering Technology program stresses the use of computers in solving engineering problems. It is recommended that students entering the program have a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and presentation tools software. An introductory course in computers or computer experience is strongly recommended.
Mature Students: Applicants who do not have secondary school graduation may apply as a mature student provided they are at least 19 years of age and have not attended secondary school on a full-time basis for a year or more. Mature students must complete specific entrance requirements that apply to regular applicants.
International Baccalaureate (IB) programs accepted.
Duolingo English Test - Overall score 105
IELTS - Overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL - 79 (Internet-based), or 213 (computer-based), or 550 (paper-based)
Tuition
CAD
21,034