Ontario College Diploma in Environmental Technician

Seneca Polytechnic

In this two-year diploma program, you will learn about environmental technology, water resources and applied sciences to gain the problem-solving skills needed for success in the environmental sector. As a graduate you will be training to work as an environmental technician within traditional and environmental engineering industries.
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:
Environmental assessment investigator
Environmental construction monitor
Environmental sampling and monitoring team member
Throughout this program you will develop the following skill:

Collect representative environmental samples and perform routine tests
Use scientific concepts and models when contributing to the prevention, control and elimination of environmental hazards and remediation of contaminated sites
Analyze water, soil and air samples address related-environmental problems
Follow standard procedures for conducting environmental sampling projects
Promote and maintain sustainable practices
Perform work responsibilities adhering to standards of professional conduct
Complete assigned tasks in adherence to occupational health and safety standards
Follow established protocols in support of environmental management systems
Provide ongoing support for project management
Communicate technical information
Develop and present strategies for ongoing personal and professional development
Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Technology