Environmental Technician - 453 - 463
OSAP Eligible
Overview
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
Admission
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
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2024 - 2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $881.96 | $785.16 |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $475.00 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester without Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,139.20 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester with Co-op | $2,236.00 | $2,614.20 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $4,375.20 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $4,850.20 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
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- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
- You will also be required to purchase safety equipment, tools/supplies and/or exam fees. Full details will be provided in your classes or at your orientation. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
2024 - 2025 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,525.00 | $8,525.00 |
| Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $475.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester without Co-op | $8,975.00 | $8,900.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester with Co-op | $8,975.00 | $9,375.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $17,875.00 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $18,350.00 | |
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.
- Explore payment options
- Book costs for your program can be found through the Campus Store
- You will also be required to purchase safety equipment, tools/supplies and/or exam fees. Full details will be provided in your classes or at your orientation. This is an additional cost (above tuition/ancillary fees and textbooks).
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
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:
- OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)
- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
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Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
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 industry 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 1 | Semester 2 | Vacation |
| Semester 3 | Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) |
| Work Term 3 (Co-op) | Semester 4 |
Co-op Format (Winter Intake)
| January to April | May to August | September to December |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
| Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) | Work Term 3 (Co-op) |
| Semester 4 |
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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 Range | Co-op Pay Average |
|---|---|
| Range: $17.50 - $27.00 | Average: $20.00 |
For further information, please contact:
Blair Goodman, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2168
Email: blair.goodman [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Blair Goodman)
Learning Outcomes
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.
- Review the program learning outcomes for Environmental Technician (453)
- Review the program learning outcomes for Environmental Technician (463) - co-op
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
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
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.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. To start a new program at Mohawk, you must apply via ontariocolleges.ca.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Environmental Technician - 453 - 463 from the following programs:
Pre-Technology
Receiving Program
Environmental Technician
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Environmental Technician - 453 - 463 to the following programs:
Chemical Engineering Technology
Credit transfer agreements have been arranged to make it easier for students to move from Mohawk to another institution.
Transfer From Environmental Technician To
Davenport University
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Bachelor of Business Administration General Business
- Option I
6191 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
United States
Western University
1151 Richmond Street
London ON N6A 3K7
Canada
Environmental Science
1151 Richmond Street
London ON N6A 3K7
Canada
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
Mohawk College makes no warranty or endorsement of material contained within links to external websites, nor does the College assume any responsibility for the linked website or its contents.
Tech Requirements
Tech requirements
Students will need to have access to a computer with high speed internet connection and capability to run Microsoft 365 software.
Additional Information
Additional Information
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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