College Diploma in Environmental Technician (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Algonquin College

The two-year Environmental Technician program, delivered in a compressed format over 42 weeks, offers theoretical and extensive practical education in all areas of environmental sciences.You explore the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physical science and engineering as you learn to collect, measure and analyze variables commonly considered in environmental studies. Gain field and laboratory experience in soil, water and air testing as you develop a basic knowledge of: freshwater environment systems soils and land forms the chemistry of pollutants ecological processes Use the appropriate tools and equipment needed in biology, hydrology, ecological field sampling and analytical chemistry.