The Environmental Technology Undergraduate Diploma at Georgian College equips you with the essential skills to excel as an environmental practitioner. In a field focused on sustainability and contamination control, you will explore critical areas such as environmental sampling, monitoring, and testing, alongside the application of geospatial technology and advanced GIS. This program is designed for proactive students eager to understand and implement effective environmental management systems, contributing to risk assessment and the design of systems to prevent, control, and remediate environmental contaminants. You will gain a solid foundation in earth science, applied environmental mathematics, and biological systems.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over three years, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will engage in hands-on learning, including laboratory work, field studies, and potentially industry-related certifications, preparing you for real-world challenges. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills in areas like water and wastewater treatment, waste management strategies, and environmental law and policy. You will have opportunities to apply your learning through applied research projects and develop crucial project management and technical writing abilities, graduating ready for diverse roles in environmental technology and management.