2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Nov 08, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Water/Wastewater Treatment: Water Treatment, AAS [WWTWAT-AAS, 60 Total Credits]


DESCRIPTION

This program prepares students for a career in water and/or wastewater treatment maintenance. Students learn to maintain and operate machinery and equipment used in facilities for the treatment of water supplies in urban areas and/or for wastewater treatment that is released back into the environment. Academic skills emphasizing math, science and human relations are stressed to prepare students to meet challenges common in the workplace.


ACADEMIC MAPS

Academic Map: AAS - Water/Wastewater Treatment: Water Treatment 21-22  


 

Student Learning Outcomes


  1. Describe the fundamentals of water and/or wastewater treatment.
  2. Identify the laws and regulations that apply to water and/or wastewater treatment.
  3. Differentiate the various treatment methodologies and technologies applicable to water and/or wastewater treatment.
  4. Explain pump operation and maintenance for water and/or wastewater treatment operation.

General Education Requirements (22 Credits)


Mathematics (3 Credits)


NOTE: Your first college-level MATH course MUST be completed before reaching 30 total college-level credits.

English Composition (3-5 Credits)


NOTE: Your first college-level ENG course MUST be completed before reaching 30 total college-level credits.

Fine Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences (3 Credits)


Special Program Requirements (38 Credits)