Environmental Technician - 453 - 463

Ontario College Diploma
Two years
OSAP Checkmark OSAP Eligible
Explore the technology and science geared toward protecting the environment and human health.

Program Highlights

  • State-of-the-art lab equipment and facilities.
  • Excellent reputation among environmental stakeholders and government agencies.
  • High graduate and co-op placement rates.
  • Studying with professional faculty experts in environmental technology.

What you'll learn

  • Characterization of pollutants and their impacts on health and the environment.
  • Standardized analytical methods for analyzing air, water and soil samples.
  • Quality assessment and control protocols.
  • Water and wastewater treatment processes.
  • Brownfield remediation methods, including site assessment, monitoring, mitigation and remediation.
  • Air pollution monitoring and control.
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and UAV (drones) technology.

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Program Length

2 academic years (periods of 8 months), plus optional co-op

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Program delivery

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Admission

Domestic and International student admission requirements

OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:

  • Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
  • Grade 12 Mathematics, MAP4C ≥ 60%; or MCT4C; or any U or equivalent

Options are available for mature applicants.


Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language

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Tuition and Fees

2023 - 2024 Domestic Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Compulsory Ancillary Fees$864.60$758.46
Compulsory Program Fees$0.00$0.00
Domestic Tuition$1,354.04 $1,354.04
Co-op FeesN/A$475.00
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester
without Co-op
$2,218.64$2,112.50
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester
with Co-op
$2,218.64$2,587.50
Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op)$4,331.14
Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op)$4,806.14

Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.


2023 - 2024 International Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,355.00$8,355.00
Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax$0.00$0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00$375.00
Co-op FeesN/A$475.00
Total International Charges Per Semester
without Co-op
$8,805.00$8,730.00
Total International Charges Per Semester
with Co-op
$8,805.00$9,205.00
Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op)$17,535.00
Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op)$18,010.00

If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.

Additional Information

Financial Assistance

When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career. 

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Available Financial Assistance Resources:

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By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.

Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you’ll gain skills

  • Through practical, hands-on laboratory experience using state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Completing collaborative capstone projects in conjunction with industrial partners.
  • Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.

This co-op program has been accredited by CEWIL Canada. This represents the highest standard of achievement for co-op programs in Canada.

To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning. 

Co-op Format (Fall Intake)

September to December January to April May to August
Semester 1Semester 2Vacation
Semester 3Work Term 1 (Co-op)Work Term 2 (Co-op)
Work Term 3 (Co-op)Semester 4 

Co-op Format (Winter Intake)

January to AprilMay to August September to December
Semester 1Semester 2Semester 3
Work Term 1 (Co-op)Work Term 2 (Co-op)Work Term 3 (Co-op)
Semester 4  

Learn more about Environmental Technician

Co-op Delivery and Fees

This program has an optional co-op, as part of the program of study. The annual co-op fee structure can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.

For questions, please contact the Co-op Specialist listed at the bottom of the webpage.

Driver’s License and Vehicle

Please note that the majority of co-op positions for this program require that students have a valid driver’s license ('G' class preferred) and access to a vehicle.

Co-op Designation

This program offers three co-op work term opportunities but requires two completed co-op work terms for the co-op designation. 

Work Term Capabilities

(which do not reflect individual work experiences & exposures)

Classroom instruction, combined with hands-on laboratory experience, have provided the student with sufficient knowledge to perform tasks in the following areas:

  • Basic laboratory skills in balance use, solution preparation
  • Titrimetric analysis such as argentometric, acid/base, redox titrations
  • Use and maintenance of volumetric equipment
  • UV/Vis spectrophotometric analysis
  • Solid waste analysis
  • Recycling Initiatives
  • Environmental compliance and risk assessment analysis
  • Wastewater analysis
  • Analysis surrounding occupational hygiene and safety
  • Microsoft Office software applications
  • Introductory skills in interfacing lab equipment
  • Introductory programming in VBA and Microsoft Excel including Macros
  • Drinking water analysis
  • Drinking water operations with MOE Entry-Level Drinking Water Course completed
  • GPS and GIS
  • ISO 14000 concepts
  • Analytical methods of analysis (gravimetric analysis, titrimetric analysis, auto-titration)
  • Instrument use (balances, thermocouple, and barometer)
  • Water and Watewater Analysis (pH measurement, hardness testing, turbidity and jar testing, BOD/COD testing, microscopic analysis, sample collection)
  • Air Quality Monitoring and noise measurements
  • Material balances and audits
  • Sensor calibration
  • PC data acquisition
  • Excel/macro programming
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) modeling
  • Statistical Analysis

Program Objectives

The objective of the Environmental Science Technician program is to train students in the basic theory, skills and techniques of environmental technology. Emphasis is placed on water and wastewater treatment and plant operations, air pollution monitoring and control, environmental regulations and audits, ISO14000, solid and hazardous waste management, sampling and analysis, and occupational hygiene and safety.

The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians (OACETT) conditionally recognizes this program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Certified Technician (Ctech) category.

Opportunities

The environmental science technician is the "hands-on" member of the environmental, applied chemistry or occupational hygiene and safety team. They carry out tests and perform a wide range of laboratory functions, operate chemical process and environmental control equipment and conduct field studies.

Co-op Pay RangeCo-op Pay Average
Range: $16.55 - $22.00Average: $19.50

For further information, please contact:

Rebecca Larson, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2163
Email: rebecca.larson [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Rebecca Larson)

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.

Career Opportunities

Your future career options

  • Environmental Inspectors and Auditors
  • Environmental Laboratory and Field Technicians
  • Technical Sales and Service Representatives
  • Operators of Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Where you could work includes:

  • Municipal/Provincial/Federal Governments
  • Environmental Consulting/Management Firms
  • Water/Wastewater/Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operations
  • Environmental and Chemical Laboratories
  • Manufacturing and Energy Production

Opportunities for grads

  • Graduates and final year students are eligible to be registered as associate members of OACETT upon submission of the Graduate Application form available through OACETT
  • Students successfully completing Water Treatment Technology STEN CY401 and Semester 3 will have met the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment's Entry-Level Certificate for Drinking Water Operators developed by the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change.

Educational Pathways

 

Pathways to Mohawk 

If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
 

Pathways within Mohawk

If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. *

We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. * 

This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.

Pathways beyond Mohawk

Earn a degree:

See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.

Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.

Additional Information

Students will need to have access to a computer with high speed internet connection and capability to run Microsoft 365 software.


Cooperative Internship Option

Students interested in the cooperative internship do not apply directly. Once enrolled in program 453 students can select the cooperative internship option.

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Philippines: 180011102544

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Scott Mitges

Upon completing my final semester I am immediately moving to British Columbia to start an exciting new career as an Operator at a start-up called Carbon Engineering. I know I am prepared for this position because of what I’ve learned at Mohawk. During my years here my classes taught me skills that were extremely helpful to me in obtaining a position in a hands-on three-day course with Walkerton Clean Water Centre followed by a co-op placement with Burlington Water Purification Plant. In my co-op placement, I had the opportunity to build on my skills I learned in class with many responsibilities including analyzing adverse water quality, chemical usage and chemical degradation in order to help optimize the plant’s systems.

Scott Mitges, Graduate 2017