Environmental Science
Wor-Wic’s environmental science programs are designed to prepare individuals for
employment in the broad field of environmental science or to transfer to a four-year
college or university. Two associate degree options and a certificate of proficiency
are offered.
The associate of applied science degree program in environmental energy technology
provides knowledge and skill development by applying the principles of traditional
technology practices to energy collection, processing and storage issues. Environmental
energy technicians are a commodity in increasing demand in today’s job market. They
have opportunities as electrical, electronics, manufacturing, automation and industrial
technicians. Topics are taught within the fields of technology and the field of
science to minimize the adverse effects of human activity on the environment. Environmentally-sensitive,
sustainable manufacturing is studied. This program is skill and knowledge based
and is rooted in AC and DC electric circuits, hydraulics, geographic information
systems, solar, wind and other renewable energy systems. These subjects are delivered
in combination with science-based environmental instruction and concern for environmental
impact.
The environmental science transfer program is designed to prepare students to transfer
to a four-year degree program in environmental science. This transfer program includes
environmental, biological and chemistry science courses, as well as mathematics
and general education courses required in the first two years of a bachelor’s degree
in science. Environmental and biological science courses provide the foundation
students need to pursue environmental science careers. To ensure maximum transferability,
students should familiarize themselves with the program requirements of the institution
to which they plan to transfer.
The certificate program in environmental energy technology is designed to prepare
students for entry-level positions in energy collection, processing, storage and
distribution.
The letter of recognition in environmental energy technology option is for students
interested in environmentally-sensitive, sustainable alternative energy production.
The letter of recognition in environmental science option is designed for students
interested in entrylevel positions in environmentally-related careers such as environmental
technician, water quality analysis, and natural resources management and control.
For additional information about the environmental science program, contact
Dr. Ed Taylor,
Mathematics and Science Department Head.
Program Outline
Environmental Science Program Outline
Gainful Employment Disclosures
15.0507 Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental
Environmental Energy Technology Certificate of Proficiency
Per federal gainful employment disclosure requirements, Wor-Wic provides prospective students with
on-time completion rates, median loan debt and other information related to the
environmental energy technology certificate of proficiency.
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