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Environmental Science Technician,
A.S. Degree
Program Design
The Environmental Science Technician associate degree program is designed
to provide graduates with the academic background and technical skills required
to perform laboratory and field tests used to monitor environmental resources,
determine sources of pollution, and perform other job-related duties.
Students interest in further education in this area may use their work in this
program as a foundation for a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science. For
more information, call the Mathematics, Science and Health Careers Division
Office at 860 512-2703.
Curriculum
The specialized Environmental Science Technician courses (EVSC) must
be taken in the order indicated because the body of theoretical and applied
knowledge and skill building is cumulative. Alternate sequences are acceptable
for the General Education component courses.
Environmental Science Technician Requirements
CHE* 121 General Chemistry I 4
EVS* 100 Introduction to Environmental Science 3
ENV* 212 Environmental Site Assessment 3
Gen Ed MAT* 165: Elementary Statistics with
Computer Applications 4
Gen Ed ENG* 101: Composition 3
Subtotal: 17 credits
CHE* 122 General Chemistry II 4
ENV* 121 Hazardous Materials Management I:
Chemical Safety 3
Gen Ed BIO* 121: General Biology I 4
Gen Ed PSY* 104: Psychology of Adjustment 3
MAT* 154 Technical Mathematics I 3
Subtotal: 17 credits
BIO* 122 General Biology II 4
ENV* 122 Hazardous Materials Management II:
Pollution Control 3
Gen Ed Mode I 3
GLG* 121 Introduction to Physical Geology 4
MAT* 155 Technical Mathematics II 3
Subtotal: 17 credits
ENV* 109 40-Hour Training & Emergency
Response Procedures 3
ENV* 165 Field Methods for Environmental Monitoring 4
ENV* 270 Cooperative Education/Work Experience 3
Gen Ed COM* 173: Public Speaking 3
Gen Ed PHY* 110: Introductory Physics 4
Subtotal: 17 credits
Total Credits Required: 68
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of all Environmental Science Technician degree
program requirements, graduates will:
1. Apply the scientific method to problem solving in biology, chemistry,
geology, physics and related environmental sciences.
2. Use computer technology in data collection and analysis.
3. Collect, analyze, and present scientific data.
4. Communicate knowledge of environmental sciences in written, oral,
and appropriate mathematical form and language.
5. Research appropriate information sources, involving both print literature
and electronic methods.
6. Apply a wide array of principles and skills in environmental science
acquired in laboratory, field and lecture settings to immediate
employment.
In addition, the graduate will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes
identified with the General Education Component.
WARNING: All course numbers in the Connecticut Community College System
are in the process of change. For up-to-date information on any course number,
contact the MCC Registrar’s Office.
Division of Mathematics, Science & Health Careers: 860-512-2703 or www.mcc.commnet.edu
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