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Environmental Applied Science Technology

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The Environmental Applied Science Technology Program educates and trains Environmental Technicians to have the skills and knowledge to manage and enhance the sustainability of the environment. These activities include environmental monitoring, or the use of sampling and analysis techniques in any of the following sectors:

Environmental protection
Conservation and preservation of natural resources
Environmental sustainability

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Take the following course(s), minimum grade: Pass

OJT - Environmental Applied Science Technology

On-the-job training provides learners with an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge acquired in the Environmental Applied Science Technology program to a relevant work environment. OJT participants will be expected to assume, with appropriate supervision, the duties and responsibilities normally expected of an entry-level employee in a similar position. Using their own observations and initiative, learners will be expected to acquire and apply new skills as may be expected of a new employee in their respective workplace setting.

Hours: 120
Course Code: EAST-2040
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2040 OJT - Environmental Applied Science Technology
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Take the following course(s), minimum grade: 65%

Air Quality: Sampling, Analysis and Control

This course focuses on issues affecting the quality of air resources in our environment. The course examines the factors influencing ambient (outdoor) air quality, as well as, those affecting air quality in a workplace setting. Course components include a review of types and sources of air pollution, sampling and measurement systems for gases, vapours, aerosols and particulates; environmental versus occupational sampling strategies, principles of source (stack gas) sampling, and air pollution treatment and control systems. A brief review of indoor air quality (IAQ) sampling, control and mitigation is also included. This course is delivered via lectures and laboratory activities and is supplemented by field activities and site visits to industrial plants where air quality monitoring and control systems are in place due to regulatory requirements.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1000
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1000 Air Quality Sampling, Analysis and Control
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Techniques

Environmental technicians are often required to analyze field samples (soil, air, water, wastewater, etc.) using a variety of techniques. The focus of this course is to introduce learners to the skills and knowledge required to work efficiently and effectively in a laboratory setting. The course begins with training in basic laboratory safety and Hazardouz Materials Information System (HMIS) before introducing a variety of wet chemistry and microbiological techniques typically used in the environmental laboratory. Finally, a review of the selection, calibration, use, and maintenance of laboratory analytical instrumentation is included. This is a laboratory intensive course supported by lab demonstrations, lectures and hands-on laboratory work.

Hours: 60
Course Code: EAST-1003
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1003 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Techniques
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Computer Literacy

This course will assist the student developing competency with computers and computing technology as employed in the typical workplace. Using Microsoft Office, students will be introduced to typical desktop tools to create and manage information including: word processing and desktop publishing, spreadsheets, databases and electronic presentations. Students will learn to navigate the Windows operating system, use a personal information management software (GroupWise), use the Internet for research and manage files in a networked computing environment.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1006
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1006 Computer Literacy
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Environmental Chemistry

This course is a comprehensive review of the general concepts and principles of chemistry, including the basic properties and reactions of elements, compounds and solutions. Other topics covered include inorganic and organic nomenclature, acid/base reactions, oxidation-reduction reactions, gas laws and thermodynamics/kinetics. The course includes a discussion of how chemical properties influence the fate and behaviour of selected organic and inorganic compounds in the environment.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1015
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1015 Environmental Chemistry
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Environmental Law

This course introduces learners to the regulatory aspects of environmental protection in Canada. The focus of the course is to review the basics of law, including applicable federal and provincial environmental legislation and the key concept of Due Diligence found in environmental statutes and regulations.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1018
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1018 Environmental Law
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Hydrology

The focus of this course is the components and processes of the hydrologic cycle and current issues surrounding water resource management. Learners are introduced to key topics including: forms of precipitation, precipitation patterns and measurement techniques; the runoff cycle, soil properties affecting infiltration, percolation, interflow and storage, runoff measurement techniques including streamflow measurement; evaporation and evapotranspiration processes, estimation methods and direct measurement techniques. The course is delivered via a series of lectures and practical exercises.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1024
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1024 Hydrology
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Map Use and Analysis

This course is designed to allow the student to use and practice many mapping and navigation aspects in the field. Focus will be placed on gathering and translating data, preparing maps, and experiencing how a Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Information System (GIS) are applied in occupational fields.

Hours: 60
Course Code: EAST-1027
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1027 Map Use and Analysis
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Lab and Field QA-QC Techniques

Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) techniques are used in almost all field and laboratory activities and particularly in environmental sampling and analysis programs where trace levels of contaminants are expected. It is also important to recognize that QA/QC protocols are also used in data management. Internal checks must be included on data input, data analysis and data interpretation. This course introduces the concepts of QA and QC with respect to their use in field and laboratory activities and in data analysis and interpretation.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1030
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1030 Lab and Field QA-QC Techniques
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Occupational Health and Safety

This course introduces students to the procedures, standards, legislation and programs that aim to maintain and improve the quality of the workplace environment from a health and safety perspective. The course is designed to reflect key areas in the environmental field where knowledge and skills in occupational health and safety are required. These areas include: the recognition, evaluation and control of workplace hazards; industrial hygiene; awareness of technical standards, emergency response and worker health programs. A key component is a review of the methods of workplace health and safety compliance monitoring. This course is delivered primarily via lectures and laboratory activities, supplemented by field activities and site visits to industrial plants where occupational health and safety monitoring and control systems are used to meet with Provincial and Federal workplace safety regulations.

Hours: 60
Course Code: EAST-1033
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1033 Occupational Health and Safety
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Statistics for Natural Sciences

This course covers the essentials of statistical collection, analysis, and interpretation. Topics covered include the principles of statistical design, frequency distributions, descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, basic probability, standard normal distributions, linear regression and correlation, and a variety of statistical tests for goodness of fit, differences between means, and identification of outliers. Emphasis will be placed on the use of statistical software for data analysis.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1042
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1042 Statistics for Natural Sciences
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Communications for the Sciences

The vital role that communication plays in the science field will be emphasized in this course. The importance of accurate recording of laboratory and field activities as well as the ability to communicate findings to both the scientific and general communities will be stressed.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-1046
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1046 Communications for the Sciences
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Technical Math for the Natural Sciences

This course covers basic mathematical calculations required for wildlife and environmental science technologies. Topics covered include the proper treatment of approximate numbers and measurement error, units of measure, algebraic equations, functions and graphs, trigonometry, vectors, exponential and logarithmic functions, variation, and basic geometry.

Hours: 60
Course Code: EAST-1048
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1048 Technical Math for the Natural Sciences
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Biology

This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of biology. The course includes a review of the basic cell structure and function and the role of simple biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids and proteins), and genetics.

Hours: 30
Course Code: EAST-1064
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1064 Biology
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Ecology

This course is designed to introduce learners to the theory and practices of ecology. The course begins with a review of the basic principles and concepts of ecology and introduces selected field techniques used in environmental monitoring.

Hours: 30
Course Code: EAST-1065
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-1065 Ecology
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Emergency Response

This course introduces learners to the issues, procedures and practices of emergency response. The focus of this course is on the mitigation of environmental spills such as oil on land and water. Training in Confined Space Entry and Non-Entry Rescue as well as HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials) response is included. The course is delivered through a series of lectures and practical exercises designed to increase skills and knowledge in environmental protection methods.

Hours: 30
Course Code: EAST-2000
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2000 Emergency Response
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Environmental Assessment and Audit

This course is designed to introduce learners to the fundamental concepts of performing environmental assessments of proposed projects and environmental audits of industrial/commercial facilities.

Hours: 30
Course Code: EAST-2005
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2005 Environmental Assessment and Audit
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Hydrogeology

Scientists in both the private and public sectors are concerned about the status of our groundwater resources from the standpoints of water supply and water quality. This course covers the issues surrounding subsurface water resources and includes: a review of the principles of groundwater flow; sampling/monitoring of groundwater; construction and installation of wells; groundwater contamination; performing subsurface investigations (geophysical techniques); groundwater controls; and groundwater remediation.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-2010
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2010 Hydrogeology
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Soil Science

This is a comprehensive course that introduces students to the study of soil systems. Specifically, students will be introduced to the fundamental physical, chemical and biological properties of soils. An important theme throughout the course is evaluating soil quality for agriculture and engineering applications.

Hours: 60
Course Code: EAST-2015
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2015 Soil Science
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Solid and Hazardous Waste Management

This is a comprehensive course that introduces learners to the theory and practice of solid waste management and hazardous waste management. Specialized topics include installation and removal of above-ground and below-ground storage tanks, soil and groundwater remediation technologies for hazardous spills cleanup, and preparation of lab packs. Course materials are supplemented with site visits to operating facilities throughout the Maritime provinces and guest lecturers.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-2020
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2020 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations

This course introduces learners to the operation of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment systems, sewage lagoons and on-site treatment systems. Topics covered include preliminary, primary, and secondary treatment systems, and effluent disinfection and disposal. Practical aspects of system operation are emphasized including sampling and analysis of wastewater and interpretation of results within the context of applicable federal and provincial regulations.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-2025
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2025 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Water Quality and Treatment Plant Operations

This course introduces learners to the factors affecting the quality of water resources in the environment. The physical, chemical and biological properties of water will be examined for different uses. In addition, learners will gain knowledge and skills required in the operation of the water treatment facility, including the distribution system. A significant component of the course is the development of field and laboratory skills, using standard methods for sampling and analysis of surface water samples.

Hours: 90
Course Code: EAST-2030
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2030 Water Quality and Treatment Plant Operations
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Environmental Management and Planning

The focus of this course is on development issues and investigates how good environmental management and planning, and the application of problem-solving skills, can support the goal of sustainable development. This course is delivered via a series of lectures, readings and seminars highlighting the conflicts that exist between value systems and the practical implications for considering sustainability issues in a wide variety of applications. Learners apply problem solving skills to how the concept of environmental sustainability is put into action and the scientific, political, economic and ethical ramifications of doing so.

Hours: 45
Course Code: EAST-2035
Detailed Course Outline: EAST-2035 Environmental Management and Planning
Academic Year: 2011-2012

Program Facts
Start Date:	September 2011
Length:	2 years
Location:	Charlottetown
Credential Issued:	Diploma, Environmental Technician

Graduate Opportunities

Graduates of this program may find employment with:

Federal and Provincial Departments of Environment, Fisheries and Oceans or Natural Resources
Provincial Departments of Occupational Health and Safety
Municipal and industrial water, wastewater treatment facilities
Municipal solid waste management
Environmental engineering consulting firms and analytical laboratories
Industrial health and safety
Industrial process monitoring
Research facilities
US Federal Student Aid - Gainful Employment Disclosure

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent
Academic grade 11 or 12 English and grade 11 or 12 academic math (both at a minimum of 70%), grade 11 or 12 chemistry (minimum of 60%)
Resumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition
Year 1	$4,500
Year 2	$4,500
View a full breakdown of costs and booklist for this program.

Articulation Agreements

University of Newcastle
Up to 1 year credit (100 credit units) toward the Bachelor of Science. This degree may be completed with an additional 2 years of study (140 credit units).
Royal Roads
Transfer into the third year of Bachelor of Science with one additional course.
University of New Brunswick St John
Two years of credit toward a Bachelor of Applied Management.

For more information, see our Degree Pathways section.

Contact

If you have any questions concerning the Environmental Applied Science Technology program, contact -

Brian O'Neill
Applied Science & Technology Office (902) 629-4206