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Ontario College Advanced Diploma
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Oshawa
OCAS Code
ENVT
Next Intake
September 2023
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Faculty of Science, Engineering & Information Technology (SEIT)
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Six semesters
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Program Overview

Well-trained environmental technologists look for and provide solutions as pressures from population, industry and society continue to stress our world. Equipped with knowledge rooted in sustainability risk and analytical testing, technologists provide innovative ways to reduce and reverse human impact on the environment and work towards a more sustainable way of living.

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Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
    AND
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)
  • Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

RECOMMENDED

  • Grade 12 chemistry

Tuition

  • Year one domestic: $2,722 (CAD)
  • Year one international: $14,186 (CAD)

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Semester 1 Courses

  • Biology (BIOL 1131)
  • Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1131)
  • Analytical Techniques (CHEM 1200)
  • Environmental Science (ENVI 2131)
  • Mathematics (MATH 1132)
  • Technical Report Writing for Science & Technology (TECH 1130)

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Lab Work
Lab Work
Field Work
Field Work

Technology recommendations

To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.

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Co-operative Education (co-op)

The best way to succeed in your field is to immerse yourself in it! Co-op is an excellent way to build your professional network, explore career paths and apply in-class teachings to real work situations. Co-op is a model of education that integrates academic learning with workplace learning in fields relevant to our students’ academic and personal goals.

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Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

  • Environmental compliance technologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Environmental field technician
  • Environmental technologist
  • Hazardous waste technologist
  • Environmental officer
  • Laboratory technologist
  • Wastewater operator
 

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Program Details

Environmental Technology will take you to different learning environments including the laboratory, classroom and field. Test soil, air and water outside, gain laboratory experience using tools such as mass spectrometry, titration and chromatography plus you will learn microbiology in our class 1 and 2 facilities. In the classroom, you will discuss chemistry, sustainability, social responsibility, environmental legislation, project management and more.

Environmental Technology supplies essential knowledge and skills in:  

  • Environmental sampling and testing
  • Sample handling and processing
  • Chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Laboratory analysis
  • Environmental and occupational regulations
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Environmental management

An 80-hour field placement or two 420-hour co-op terms allow you to gain valuable experience and potentially get paid while going to school (co-op). In addition, pathways to universities in Canada and around the world are available where you can earn your degree in as little as one year.  

All of this means you are entering the exciting and lucrative world of Environmental Technology, where your career can take you anywhere.

Program Learning Outcomes

  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.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
    AND
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)
  • Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U)

RECOMMENDED

  • Grade 12 chemistry

Courses

The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.

Semester 1

  • Biology (BIOL 1131)
  • Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1131)
  • Analytical Techniques (CHEM 1200)
  • Environmental Science (ENVI 2131)
  • Mathematics (MATH 1132)
  • Technical Report Writing for Science & Technology (TECH 1130)

Semester 2

  • Career Planning & Development (CARR 2130)
  • Organic Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1202)
  • Chemistry 2 (CHEM 2131)
  • Community & Environment (ENVI 3131)
  • FNMI Elective (FNMI 0000)
  • Mathematics 2 (MATH 2132)

Semester 3

  • Introductory Microbiology (BIOL 2100)
  • Analytical Chemistry 1 (CHEM 3131)
  • Ecology (ENEC 2131)
  • Environmental Regulations (LAWW 2200)
  • Environmental Sampling (QUAL 1132)

Semester 4

  • Analytical Instrumentation (CHEM 2206)
  • Environmental Chemistry (CHEM 3132)
  • Analytical Chemistry 2 (CHEM 4131)
  • Introduction to GIS & AutoCAD (ENIG 3131)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
  • Applied Environmental Microbiology (MICR 2132)

Semester 5

  • Spectroscopy 1 (CHEM 3105)
  • Chromatography 1 (CHEM 3106)
  • Topics In Environmental Science (ENVI 3132)
  • Environmental Project Management (ETEP 5131)
  • General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
  • Field Placement (PLAC 1100)
  • Industrial Waste (WAST 3131)

Semester 6

  • Spectroscopy 2 (CHEM 3201)
  • Chromatography 2 (CHEM 3202)
  • Environmental Engineering (ENGR 1131)
  • Urban Environmental Planning (PLAN 3131)
  • Environmental Enforcement (REGS 2131)
  • Environmental Toxicology (TOXI 1131)

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2023-2024 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes.

Course delivery

More than 75% of this program is delivered in-person.

The rest of the coursework will be delivered using hybrid, flexible or online formats. Students will come to campus to complete in-person learning requirements. Detailed schedules, with course-specific delivery information, will be available after registration. Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.

In-person:
Course is delivered in person, on campus within a classroom, lab, shop or studio.
Flexible:
Course is taught in one of DC’s technology-enabled learning classrooms and online at the same time. Students can choose to attend in-person or online.
Hybrid:
Part of the course is delivered online, remotely, and part is in-person on campus within a classroom, lab, shop or studio.
Online:
Fully remote course delivery.

Costs

This program contains a co-op option. Click here for information on program costs for co-op students.

Career Options

WHAT YOU COULD BE:

  • Environmental compliance technologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Environmental field technician
  • Environmental technologist
  • Hazardous waste technologist
  • Environmental officer
  • Laboratory technologist
  • Wastewater operator
 

WHERE YOU COULD WORK:

  • Conservation authorities
  • Energy generation and distribution
  • Environmental engineering and consulting firms
  • Government agencies
  • Industrial laboratories
  • Hazardous materials management
  • Water and wastewater treatment facilities

Field Placement

For those students selecting field placement, your learning experience will be complemented by an opportunity for work-integrated learning in your third year, which will enable you to work in the environmental industry and utilize your newly acquired skills, gaining valuable knowledge and industry-related experience.

Program Transfer, Degree Completion and Additional Credentials

Eligible graduates may also pursue their Environmental Professional or Environmental Professional-in-training designation through ECO Canada or their Certified Engineering Technologist designation through the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists. Durham College also offers degree completion opportunities with a number of Canadian and international institutions. Sample diploma-to-degree opportunities include:

 

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) bridge – Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Political Science – Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) – Educational Studies and Digital Technology – Ontario Tech
  • Bachelor of Science – post-diploma - Athabasca University
  • Bachelor of Engineering - Environmental - Cape Breton University
  • Bachelor of Engineering Technology – Petroleum - Cape Breton University
  • Bachelor of Technology - Emergency Management - Cape Breton University
  • Bachelor of Business Administration – General Business - Davenport University
  • Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management, Environmental Management - Guelph University
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science - Griffith University
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science/ Environmental Management - Royal Roads
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Practice - Royal Roads
  • Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Practice - Royal Roads
  • Bachelor of General Studies - Thompson Rivers University
  • Bachelor of Technology: Technology Management - Thompson Rivers University
  • Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership - Thompson Rivers University
  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) – Environmental Resource Science - Trent University
  • Bachelor of Science Environmental Science major (three-year)- Western University
  • Bachelor of Science Environmental Science (four-year major, four-year specialization, or four-year Honors specialization)- Western University
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science - Institute of Technology Sligo, Ireland

Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.

Technology Recommendations

To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.

Processor: i3
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1
Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version)
Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter
Camera: Webcam/built-in camera
Internet connection

Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk  or the school office.

Co-operative education (co-op)

The best way to succeed in your field is to immerse yourself in it! Co-op is an excellent way to build your professional network, explore career paths and apply in-class teachings to real work situations. Co-op is a model of education that integrates academic learning with workplace learning in fields relevant to our students’ academic and personal goals.

Students in the Environmental Technology Advanced Diploma program will be invited to apply to the co-op option during their first academic semester. Entrance to the co-op option is limited and the processes for securing a work term are competitive. Students who qualify for co-op will be eligible to complete two four-month, paid work terms totaling 840 hours. Work terms are scheduled between semesters two and three and four and five of the program.

Supports are available through the Experiential Learning office to assist students with securing their work terms. In addition, the Experiential Learning office is in contact with co-op students and their employers during the work terms to help with any questions.

Program Sequence

SEPTEMBER INTAKE:

Fall
(September to December)
Winter
(January to April)
Summer
(May to August)
Year 1 Academic semester 1 Academic semester 2 Co-op work term 1
Year 2 Academic semester 3 Academic semester 4 Co-op work term 2
Year 3 Academic semester 5 Academic semester 6

Courses

CO-OP OPTION

SEMESTER 1

  • Biology (BIOL 1131)
  • Chemistry I (CHEM 1131)
  • Environmental Science (ENVI 2131)
  • Mathematics (MATH 1132)
  • Technical Report Writing for Science & Technology (TECH 1130)
  • Analytical Techniques (CHEM 1200)

SEMESTER 2

  • Organic Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1202)
  • Chemistry 2 (CHEM 2131)
  • Community and Environment (ENVI 3131)
  • FNMI Elective (FNMI 0000)
  • Mathematics 2 (MATH 2132)
  • Co-op and Career Preparation (COOP 1000)

CO-op Work TErm 1

Co-op Work Term 1 (ENVC 1000)
The co-op experience provides the opportunity for students to consolidate their professional knowledge and skills in a practice setting. The work term will provide students with work experience in areas such as ground and surface water quality, soil and waste management and recycling in urban and industrial settings. The work term expands students’ learning environment to real work settings where they will be challenged to apply their academic knowledge and practical skills. Students will be assessed on performance and ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills, professional standards, and ethics.

SEMESTER 3

  • Introductory Microbiology (BIOL 2100)
  • Analytical Chemistry 1 (CHEM 3131)
  • Ecology (ENEC 2131)
  • Environmental Regulations (LAWW 2200)
  • Environmental Sampling (QUAL 1132)

SEMESTER 4

  • Analytical Instrumentation (CHEM 2206)
  • Environmental Chemistry (CHEM 3132)
  • Analytical Chemistry 2 (CHEM 4131)
  • Introduction To GIS & Autocad (ENIG 3131)
  • General Elective Credit (GNED 0000)
  • Applied Environmental Microbiology (MICR 2132)

CO-op Work TErm 2

Co-op Work Term 2 (ENVC 2000)
The co-op experience provides the opportunity for students to consolidate their professional knowledge and skills in a practice setting. The work term will provide students with further work experience in areas such as ground and surface water quality, soil and waste management and recycling in urban and industrial settings. The work term expands students’ learning environment to real work settings where they will be challenged to apply their academic knowledge and practical skills. Students will be assessed on performance and ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills, professional standards, and ethics.

SEMESTER 5

  • Spectroscopy 1 (CHEM 3105)
  • Chromatography 1 (CHEM 3106)
  • Topics In Environmental Science (ENVI 3132)
  • Environmental Project Management (ETEP 5131)
  • General Elective Credit (GNED 0000)
  • Industrial Waste (WAST 3131)

SEMESTER 6

  • Spectroscopy 2 (CHEM 3201)
  • Chromatography 2 (CHEM 3202)
  • Environmental Engineering (ENGR 1131)
  • Urban Environmental Planning (PLAN 3131)
  • Environmental Enforcement (REGS 2131)
  • Environmental Toxicology (TOXI 1131)

Courses and course descriptions are subject to change.

Co-op administrative fee

Once transferred to the co-op option of this program, students will have a co-op administrative fee of $475 assessed to their accounts during the academic semester(s) prior to scheduled work term(s). The administrative fee goes to support the broad array of support services provided to co-op students. These services are dedicated to support student success.

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