Associate of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources - Environmental Engineering - Waste & Water Technology (105062)

Program Description

This associate degree program is designed to meet the need for environmental engineering technicians in Northeast Wisconsin. As a program grad, you're equipped with skills to analyze and test water, wastewater, air, and solid waste to ensure environmental protection and compliance while maintaining community health and safety. Typical careers include environmental engineering technician, water and waste water treatment plant and system operator, water resource specialist, environmental lab technician, environment compliance officer, water quality sampler, quality control inspector, and recycling coordinator. Program students have the option to be certified in 40 hour HAZWOPER WDNR Wastewater, Water, and/or Landfill Operator with completion of coursework and independent testing. With additional education, you may receive a BS in Environmental Engineering Technology.

Program Outcomes:

• Identify, monitor and evaluate environmental hazards
• Examine the effects of pollution
• Determine strategies to minimize or prevent waste in order to reduce impact on the environment
• Create and maintain environmental reports in accordance with applicable standards
• Utilize applied science and mathematical skills to modify test and operate equipment used in the prevention, control and remediation of environmental issues, including waste and water treatment
• Use effective oral and written communication skills
• Utilize problem solving skills
• Perform safe work practices