Environmental Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma
ObjectivesThe Environmental Technology program is a dynamic program focusing on the chemical and biological sciences as they relate to environmental pollution. An emphasis is placed on groundwater and surface water quality, soil and waste management and recycling in urban and industrial settings. Students will also examine environmental regulations and review their social and economic impacts on communities.
Practical experienceFirst-hand field and laboratory experience is emphasized in areas such as environmental chemistry, data collection, analytical chemistry, microbiology, instrumental analysis and environmental stewardship management. Environmental problems and concerns are constantly changing. A work placement program in third year allows students to work one day per week in the environmental industry while completing your studies at Durham College.
Academic titleEnvironmental Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Course descriptionSemester 1
1. ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
2. CHEMISTRY I
3. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
4. COMMUNICATIONS FOR SUCCESS
5. MATHEMATICS I
Semester 2
1. BIOLOGY
2. CHEMISTRY II
3. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
4. MATHEMATICS II
5. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
6. TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS
7. APPLIED AUTOCAD
Semester 3
1. ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY I
2. COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENT
3. INTRODUCTION MICROBIOLOGY
4. ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR
5. STATISTICAL METHODS IN QUALITY CONTROL
6. ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLING