The Water and Waste Treatment Technology Curriculum prepares individuals for employment in the areas of water purification, wastewater treatment, and the treatment of industrial wastes.

Course work includes theory and practice of water and wastewater treatment, environmental regulations, laboratory procedures, and operations. Additional training is provided in computer operations, management, and budgeting.

Graduates should qualify for certification as water plant operators, wastewater plant operators, industrial waste treatment system operators, or laboratory analysts. Experienced graduates should qualify as managers and supervisors of environmental treatment systems.

JOB OUTLOOK

More than 200 available positions over three years is the project employment outlook. Positions are available statewide with municipalities, county governmental agencies, industry, private companies, and state governmental agencies.

Positions available include Potable Water Treatment Plant Operator, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator, Potable Water Distribution Operator, Wastewater Collection System Operator, and Environmental Laboratory Technicians.

View course & hour requirements for Environmental Science Technology Water Resources Management Concentration - A2014A