As municipalities strive to meet federal regulations regarding clean water, water and wastewater treatment operators continue to be in demand. The unique two-year degree program features a combination of environmental and science courses providing a comprehensive study of water and wastewater treatments.
Students also learn about collection and distribution systems and plant maintenance and hydraulics.
In addition to their coursework, students may work one day a week in one of several local treatment facilities, which is part of an independent study in the Fall and Spring semesters of their senior year. Upon completion of the two-year program, graduates will be prepared as a technician in wastewater treatment facilities or municipal drinking water treatment plants. Graduates will also be well prepared for state certification exams in both Water and Wastewater. The one-year diploma program allows the student to specialize in either water or wastewater treatment and prepares graduates for entry level positions and certification. It also leaves open the option of earning an Associate Degree on a full or part-time basis at a later date.