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This two-year diploma program covers environmental technology, water resources, and applied sciences, equipping you with problem-solving abilities essential for the environmental field. Upon completion, you'll be prepared for roles as an environmental technician in both conventional and environmental engineering sectors.
Graduates of this program can pursue careers such as:
Environmental assessment specialist
Environmental construction supervisor
Field technician for environmental sampling and monitoring
During the program, you'll cultivate these key competencies:
Gathering environmental samples and conducting standard tests
Applying scientific principles to prevent, manage, and remediate environmental hazards and contaminated sites
Examining water, soil, and air samples to solve environmental issues
Executing environmental sampling projects according to established protocols
Advancing sustainable practices
Maintaining professional conduct standards in all work activities
Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
Supporting environmental management systems through approved procedures
Contributing to project management initiatives
Effectively conveying technical information
Creating and implementing personal and professional growth strategies
Optional Cooperative Education
Qualified students may participate in optional co-op placements within professional work settings. Typically, these are full-time paid positions occurring between academic terms. Some programs may require additional academic criteria and successful completion of a communication evaluation for co-op eligibility. Meeting requirements doesn't guarantee placement. All participants in the optional co-op stream must pay additional fees, regardless of whether they secure a position.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant
English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course
Mathematics: Grade 12 C or U, or Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U), or equivalent course