Environmental Technology

In this program, you gain the advanced skills required to enter the workforce as an environmental practitioner with the ability to use environmental sampling, monitoring, and testing equipment, as well as information technology tools. You gain experience in preparing and interpreting data using various analytical methods. You become familiar with the principles of ecosystem-based management for sustainability and develop the ability to manage environmental projects from planning through to implementation and maintenance. Through applied knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements, you can contribute to risk assessment and environmental systems management. The experience and knowledge you gain focus on the need for designing and implementing systems to prevent, control, and clean up environmental contaminants. You are provided an opportunity to apply your skills through partnerships in the community, and you gain hands-on experience through fieldwork opportunities and prepare for entry into a range of positions as you undertake industry-related certifications.