ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN (FAST TRACK)
OVERVIEW
Add to your diploma or degree by developing the essential skills required for employment in the environmental sector and in all facets of the green economy. The Environmental Technician program provides a well-rounded background for employment in a wide range of sectors by providing courses in water and air quality, waste management, occupational health and safety, and environmental assessment.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Code0964FT
Start DateSeptember
CredentialOntario College Diploma
CampusCornwall
Program Length3 Semesters
DeliveryFull-Time
Open for international students
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Students benefit from the College’s partnership with the St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences. The River Institute, located on the Cornwall Campus, is a centre for scientific research focused on the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding environment. Scientists at the River Institute are actively involved in the teaching of many of the science and field courses in the Environmental Technician program and they work closely with the College in ongoing program development. By way of this partnership, students have the opportunity to learn and work with leading research scientists on a variety of environmental issues.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
2022-2023
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
University degree or college diploma which includes courses in Introductory Biology, Introductory Chemistry, and, at a minimum, an introductory-level college mathematics course.
PLACEMENT
Information about Placement:
The 160 hour work placement offers students the opportunity to observe and experience first-hand the operations, processes and protocols of an environmental technician related workplace environment. It is designed to immerse students in the real world of the work and promote the successful integration of curriculum elements in an applied setting. It provides the opportunity to access equipment or processes that may not have been accessible in the program, promotes opportunities for specialization and provides increased awareness of the industry and job potential. Placement is a four week unpaid full time commitment completed at the end the program. Placements can be at approved local, regional, out of province or international sites, private or public institution.
FEES
2022-2023
Canadian Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$3,189.60
$0.00
$981.65
$4,171.25
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
International Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$23,250.00
$0.00
$1,841.15
$25,091.15
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
