Water Technology A.S. Degree

Program Description

The Water Supply Technology Program is designed to serve students who are employed or interested in employment in water/wastewater occupations. The program provides technical classes in water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment. The courses prepare students to upgrade their skills and/or prepare them for certification examinations from the California State Water Resource Control Board, the American Water Works Association, and the California Water Environment Association. The certificate program is designed to prepare students for entry level jobs in water treatment, water distribution, and wastewater reclamation industries. The associate of science degree graduates often work in city, county, or state agencies in positions such as plant operator, engineering technician, surface water manager, environmental laboratory coordinator, and industrial pre-treatment coordinator.

To graduate with a specialization in Water Technology, students must complete the following required courses in addition to the general breadth requirements for Associate of Science degree (total = 60 units).

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program.  Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway.  It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Division

Applied Technology, Transportation & Culinary Arts

Department

Water Supply Technology

Career and Academic Pathway (CAP)

Manufacturing, Industry, Transportation

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Have knowledge of fundamental aspects of water resource management, conservation, distribution, treatment, collection, recycle, and disposal operations.

  2. Perform tasks in connection with the operation, control, and maintenance of water and sanitation systems.

  3. Utilize analytical skills as decision-making tools in the evaluation of unit water processes as well as overall utility performance.

  4. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and apply these tools in a regulatory context (i.e. public health protection).

  5. Have knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations in water resource management.

Program Map

GE General Education
O Available Online
Program Requirement
P Program Prerequisites

1st Semester

15-18 units

2nd Semester

13-16 units

3rd Semester

15-19 units

4th Semester

6 units