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Build a great career while helping to protect the environment

Environmental protection ranks among Canada's top public concerns and one of its fastest-growing industries. The demand for environmental technicians has never been higher. With an Environmental Technician diploma from Sheridan, you can build a successful career while helping to keep our air, water and land safe for future generations.

Nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board, Sheridan's Environmental Technician Program stands out for its emphasis on chemistry and practical lab work. You'll learn the most sophisticated, up-to-date methods - the same procedures used in environmental science research and required by environmental laboratories, consulting firms and regulatory agencies. In two years of direct, hands-on environmental science instruction you will:

  • Learn to gather air, water and soil samples in the field and analyze them in the lab
  • Develop a detailed understanding of current environmental regulations
  • Learn to apply pollution prevention and control processes
  • Gain strong foundations in chemistry and math
  • Acquire the practical skills you need for an environmental science career

A Career and a Calling


Graduates of Sheridan's Environmental Technician Program learn so much chemistry that they are eligible for membership in the Chemical Institute of Canada. Some graduates choose to further their studies in Sheridan's Chemical Engineering Technology-Environmental Program, or transfer to a university to pursue a degree in chemistry or environmental science.

The majority go directly into the work force with the skills to thrive - skills that are often paired with a passion for environmental protection. With an Environmental Technician diploma, you can build a successful career around important, meaningful work.

The Environmental Technician Program is nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board.  Graduates have completed all the academic requirements for professional certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).  Additional requirements for certification exist and are established by OACETT.

Environmental Technician Program courses are held at the Davis Campus in Brampton, Ontario.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
  • participate in the environmental regulatory process
  • analyze chemical samples using modern instrumentation and traditional methods
  • synthesize and purify chemical compounds
  • apply the principles of chemistry, environmental engineering, physics, biology and mathematics
  • assist in the design and operation of chemical processes for environmental emission control

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CODE TITLE CREDITS
 
TERM 1
CHEM 16682 Applied Chemistry 1 6
MATH 17688 Mathematics 1 3
CHEM 10371 Laboratory Techniques 4
SCIE 16048 Technology Apocalypse or Eden 3
SCIE 16007 Environmental Science 3
 
Total: 19
 
TERM 2
CHEM 20379 Applied Chemistry 2 6
MATH 13406 Applied Mathematics 3
BIOL 10101 Microbiology 4
PHYS 19554 Physics for Chemical Sciences 3
GNED General Education 3
ENGI 24056 Waste Water Treatment 3
 
Total: 22
 
TERM 3
CHEM 25770 Analytical Chemistry 1 5
CHEM 21471 Organic Chemistry 1 5
CHEM 25415 Instrumental Analysis 1 5
HEAL 12535 Occupational Health and Safety 3
ENGI 27960 Solid Waste Treatment 3
MATH 27597 Statistics 3
 
Total: 24
 
TERM 4
CHEM 27025 Analytical Chemistry 2 5
CHEM 29536 Organic Chemistry 2 4
CHEM 29479 Instrumental Analysis 2 5
MGMT 14005 Environmental Regulations 3
ENGI 27600 Air Pollution Chemistry 3
GNED General Education 3
 
Total: 20

Note: Courses subject to change.

Sheridan Environmental Technician Program graduates typically go to work for environmental consulting companies, government agencies and environmental laboratories. They may also work within the environmental or health and safety departments of companies that generate waste products, or with companies that provide the services and equipment to treat those wastes. Job responsibilities may include:
  • Sampling and laboratory analysis
  • Installing or operating pollution control processes
  • Doing research and development
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Operating employee health and safety programs
  • Providing technical service
  • Conducting inspections and environmental audits

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:

  • One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)

plus

  • One Chemistry, Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C)
  • Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or Grade 11 Functions (MCF3M) or Grade 11 Functions and Relations (MCR3U) or any Grade 12 (U) mathematics course

 or

Mature student status. (See "Admissions" section for details.)

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and English. Applicants asked to take the test are considered for admission to Term 1 contingent on receiving a minimum grade of 60% in both the pre-admission mathematics/English tests.

Applicants who are lacking the mathematics admission requirements for this program may be able to be admitted into this program with additional courses completed in their first year at Sheridan. There may be additional cost involved depending on the program.

Applicant Selection

 
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits including required courses), and/or results of pre-admission testing.

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.

Admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry)

Students may apply for admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry) to Year 2 of this program if they have relevant credits from a university or college. Students may have to complete certain courses from Year 1 prior to graduation.

For More Information:
Davis (Brampton): 905-459-7533, ext. 5134

 

 

Program Offerings

Program Details

Faculty:
Faculty of Applied Science and Technology
Program Code:
PENST
Duration:
2 Year Regular (PENST)
Designation:
Ontario College Diploma
Campus:
Davis Campus
Start:
September, January