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What is Water Quality?

This program provides training in the design, use and maintenance of water systems and wastewater and waste disposal facilities, and environmental monitoring. Students will learn the analysis, distribution and treatment of water and wastewater as required by municipalities, water-use industries and environmental monitoring agencies.

Areas of study include hydrology, hydraulics, instrumentation and control, water and wastewater management, biology and chemistry, as they relate to environmental monitoring, collection, analysis, treatment and distribution of water and wastewater. Courses include surveying, computer science, mathematics, English, physics, and environmental law. Emphasis will be placed on practical experience in analytical techniques, equipment maintenance and trouble-shooting, and data management.
The program is nationally accredited at the level of Engineering Technologist by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB). While attending college, students may register with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of the Province of British Columbia (ASTTBC). After two years of acceptable experience, graduates may become fully certified members.

The program offers the option for coop placement in the industry after the second semester. For more information on the coop program, visit the web site of the Cooperative Education and Student Employment Centre.

Water and Wastewater Technology Option: Training in the areas of engineering technology, sewage treatment, industrial wastewater treatment, domestic waterworks and irrigation systems. Topics include plant design, water maintenance, collection and distribution systems, and water analysis and treatment for human consumption.

Environmental Monitoring Option: Training for technologists responsible for monitoring water in domestic, industrial or environmental settings as public or private employees. Topics include an understanding of techniques to assess chemical, biological and physical aspects of water quality.
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