As government agencies and private industries attempt to curb pollution, environmental biologists, chemists, engineers, and physicists need the assistance of qualified technicians to work with them both in the field and in research laboratories. Students are trained to use the latest equipment and techniques in air, water, waste water, noise, and solid and hazardous waste pollution analysis. The current concern to preserve and improve the environment has led to an increased number of employment opportunities for graduates in this field.
Opportunities exist with government agencies, private industry, and consulting firms.
I.T. Environmental Consultants, the Cincinnati Waterworks, and the Southwestern Ohio Air Pollution Control Division, among others. High school students who are considering RWC should take either the SAT or ACT college entrance examination for use in guidance and counseling. All students entering a degree program must also take the college's placement test prior to registering for classes. This test is given on the RWC campus. The RWC Admissions Office provides an application for admission and all the information you'll need to enroll in the college.