Course Description
Everyone’s going green and there have never been so many opportunities to combat environmental contamination through prevention, pollution abatement, waste reduction and public education. Graduates find opportunities:
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Working within industries to reduce and clean up waste.
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Conducting environmental investigations and enforcement for government agencies.
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Monitoring water and wastewater treatment and safe drinking water for municipalities.
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Providing technical support to consulting engineers, urban and rural planners and environmental consultants.
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Students acquire skills in assessment of freshwater bodies using Ontario stream assessment protocols (OSAP and OBBN).
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Grads are prepared for certification in the Ministry of the Environment’s entry-level course for drinking water operators.
Is it for you?
Students who thrive in this program:
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Are passionate about the environment.
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Have strong skills in math and science.
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Enjoy working outdoors.