Nova Scotia Community College

Label Label Label

Environmental Engineering Technology

Nova Scotia Community College

Faculty:School of Trades and Technology
Degree:Diploma; Co-op
Field of Study:Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,620
International: $11,690

Description:

Water resources throughout Canada and the world are being impacted by stresses from population and technological growth, contamination, and mismanagement, along with global climate change. The Environmental Engineering Technology - Water Resources program will provide you with the necessary skills, education, and training to be able to assume responsibilities as an engineering technologist in the management, protection, development, and use of this essential resource.

Potential employers include organizations or companies concerned with groundwater and surface water quality and supply, waste management, environmental studies, land use, and resource management. Opportunities exist with engineering consulting firms; regulatory agencies; federal, provincial, and municipal governments; groundwater and surface water service sectors; the water and wastewater treatment industry; organizations concerned with solid waste disposal; and industries that must monitor process water and wastewater quality.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent, including Academic Grade 12 Math and Chemistry.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 08, 2022