Environmental Technology

*Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected persons and Convention refugees.
Maintaining, nurturing and protecting the environment is a global priority. As a result, understanding the environment and providing innovative solutions using new and emerging technologies has never been more important. Take the first step toward an in-demand, respected and vital career helping the planet with Fanshawe's Environmental Technology program.
Over three years of environmental training and 12 to 16 months of paid co-op placement, you will study and gain experience in environmental processes that provides foundational knowledge of air, water and waste management issues. The environmental course curriculum includes bacteriology, analytical chemistry, air pollution meteorology, water quality management, industrial hygiene and hydrogeology. This environmental program emphasizes measurement and analysis techniques as well as legislation for air, water and waste.
The theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience using state-of-the-art instrumentation, combined with real work applications, will give you a competitive edge upon graduation with your environmental diploma.
This three-year program provides students with a strong basic knowledge of Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Biology with focus on the concepts of air, water and wastewater management to round out their learning experience. In particular, the program emphasizes in-depth training in the principles and procedures of measurement and analysis techniques, and legislation for air, water and waste.
This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning Canada. This accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for co-operative education programs in Canada, and recognizes Fanshawe's commitment to excellence.
The Environmental Technology program offers a cooperative education component, which provides students the opportunity to gain invaluable first-hand workplace experience in their chosen field. Here are some co-op jobs that have kick-started the careers of some Environmental Technology students before even graduating!
Environmental Services Assistant
Assist with the maintenance of water and wastewater facilities and linear infrastructure.
Environmental Development Assistant
Provide support for environment management programs.
Fungal/Microbial Technician
Prepare growth media for culturing fungal species.
For more information regarding co-op, please check out our co-op site or contact the Co-op Office at coop@fanshawec.ca to connect with a consultant.
Fanshawe’s Environmental Technology program provides a mix of related paid work experiences with classroom theory during alternating periods of work and study. Upon completion, graduate gain up to 16 months of work experience preparing them for employment opportunities with:
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduation employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Environmental Technology program:
Environmental Technologist
Perform field evaluations of source emissions in industrial settings.
Environmental Coordinator
Implement a wastewater and industrial waste monitoring program.
Environmental Areas Field Coordinator
Trail management including pruning, risk management inspections and repairing boardwalks, barricades, bridges and signage.
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Class Level 5 |
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"Fanshawe's ENT program provided me with a strong foundation for lab skills and overall science knowledge. I felt very prepared entering the profession, especially being in a lab environment. I now have a job that I love coming to everyday and know that would not have been possible without Fanshawe."
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
1. collect representative environmental samples, perform routine and specialized tests and interpret results, using current and relevant tools.
2. identify, select and use scientific concepts and models in the prevention, control and elimination of environmental hazards and in the remediation of contaminated sites.
3. analyze water/soil/air samples in a manner that contributes to the resolution of environmental problems through the selection and application of relevant scientific and engineering principles.
4. participate in the planning, design, implementation and maintenance of environmental projects, following standard procedures.
5. promote and maintain sustainable* practices by applying the elements of ecosystem-based management.
6. carry out work responsibilities adhering to standards of professional conduct and principles of professional ethics.
7. suggest strategies aimed at ensuring all tasks are completed in adherence to occupational health and safety standards and applicable legislative requirements.
8. contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of environmental management systems*.
9. provide ongoing support for project management.
10. communicate technical information accurately and effectively in oral, written, visual and electronic forms.
11. develop and present strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance performance as an environmental technologist.
Amy Turnbull
OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U),
University/College (M), or Open (O) stream WITH:
- Mathematics ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology*
(C)
- Grade 12 Advanced Functions (U)
- Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management
(U)
- Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics
(C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (M)
(Note: minimum final grade required is 60)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or (U)
OR
Academic and Career Entrance Certificate
(ACE) WITH:
- Core Mathematics
(Note: minimum final grade required is 60)
- Chemistry
OR
Pre-Technology Ontario College
Certificate AND:
- minimum final grade of 'C' or 60 in the required
Mathematics
OR
Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) AND:
- Mathematics ONE OF:
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology*
(C)
- Grade 12 Advanced Functions (U)
- Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management
(U)
- Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics
(C)
- Grade 11 Functions (U)
- Grade 11 Functions and Applications (M)
(Note: minimum final grade required is 60)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry (C) or (U)
OR
Mature applicant with standing in the
required courses and grade stated above
Note:
Test | Score |
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TOEFL iBT | 79 |
IELTS Academic | Overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands |
CAEL | Overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands. score of 80 in listening |
PTE Academic | 53 |
Cambridge English | Overall score of 169 with no language skill less than 162 |
ESL4/GAP5 | Minimum grade of 80% in Level 8, 75% in Level 9, or 70% in Level 10 |
Duolingo | Overall score of 105, with no score lower than 95 |
Level 1 | ||||
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
BIOL-1016 | Cytology | 4 | ||
This is an introductory course in biology where the study is limited to basic biological process occurring at the cellular level. The topics discussed will include cell structures and their function, structure and formation of macromolecules; energy procurement, release and utilization; DNA structure and protein synthesis; Mendal's Laws and inherited characteristics; and Genetic diseases and their causes. | ||||
CHEM-1003 | General Chemistry 1 | 4.5 | ||
This course covers the basic concepts of matter, quantitative interpretation of chemical reactions, behaviour of gases, composition of atoms and their electron configurations and chemical bonding. Laboratories provide opportunities to develop laboratory techniques while working on experiments related to theory discussed in lectures. | ||||
WRIT-1039 | Reason & Writing 1-Technology | 3 | ||
This course will introduce technology students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
MATH-1172 | Math 1 | 5 | ||
As the first of two pre-calculus mathematics courses, content covered includes treatment of data, fundamental algebra, radicals and logarithms. Application of problem solving skills, such as the quadratic formula, as related to scientific analysis will be emphasized. | ||||
ENVR-1014 | Environmental & Science Issues | 3 | ||
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the parameters and problems surrounding major environmental issues. This understanding will enable the student to evaluate different courses of action that can be undertaken in decision making practices. | ||||
SKLS-1020 | Fundamentals of Science | 1.5 | ||
This course introduces the student to basic concepts and skills needed for success in any science of technology field. Emphasis will be given to systems of measurement, basic statistics, data interpretation, and computer applications including MS Word and Excel as applied to laboratory technology. |
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.