Upon completion of the necessary requirements, students will earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Environmental Technology. The intent of the Environmental Technology program is to prepare students for careers in environmental technology. These careers utilize the principles of science, engineering, communication, and economics to protect environmental health and conserve natural resources through the application of sound management techniques.
Operators control processing equipment to move water or wastewater through the treatment process.
They assure that equipment and processes are working properly. They collect samples of water and wastewater, perform analysis on those samples of water and wastewater, perform analysis on those samples, and adjust equipment to assure the quality of the treatment process. They may be called on to monitor the effects of discharge water on the watershed. Integrated Natural Resource Management Technology Option Integrated natural resource management technicians provide assistance in managing, improving, and protecting natural resources for economic and recreational purposes. They assist in data collection and inventories of natural resources, provide conservation recommendations to managers, and assist with developing and implementing natural resource plans.