ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE

· 65% of new jobs require an Associates Degree. · For college transfer students, higher level courses can be substituted. · Individual EVT courses can be taken as electives to add job skills without completing a certificate or specialization.
REQUIRED CORE SUBJECT AREAS		Credit Hours	Contact Hours
BIO 205 Ecology and
BIO 206 Ecology Lab
OR
BIO 101 Biological Science I	4.0			6.0
ENG 155 Communications I or ENG 101 for college transfer	3.0			3.0
CHM 105 General, Organic, and Biochemistry or CHM 110 for college transfer	4.0			6.0
MAT 101 Intermediate Algebra or MAT 110 for college transfer	3.0			3.0
EVT 201 Environmental Science	3.0			3.0
EVT 206 Introduction to Environmental Compliance	3.0			3.0
EVT 254 Industrial Safety and Emergency Response	3.0			3.0
EVT 110 Introduction to Treatment Facilities	3.0			3.0
EVT 111 Introduction to Water and Wastewater Treatment Laboratory	1.0			3.0
Elective Work Based Learning (co-ops or internships) are recommended.	1.0			1.0
	28.0			34.0
All courses in this program require a minimum grade of “C.” *EVT 254 provides 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification **EVT 110 is an introduction to the operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities Consult with the Environmental Program advisor, John McGill, to earn college transfer credit.

CHEMICAL OPERATOR CERTIFICATE

Suggested Semester Curriculum

	Class		Lab	Credit
FALL SEMESTER	Hours		Hours	Hours
CHM 101General Chemistry I	3.0		3.0	4.0
ENG 155 Communications I	3.0		0.0	3.0
MAT 155 Contemporary Mathematics	3.0		0.0	3.0
Subtotal	9.0		3.0	10.0
SPRING SEMESTER
CHM 105 General, Organic and Biochemistry	3.0		3.0	4.0
IMT 102 General Safety	2.0		0.0	2.0
EVT 254 Industrial Safety and Emergency Response	3.0		0.0	3.0
Subtotal	8.0		3.0	9.0
SUMMER SEMESTER
IMT 131 Hydraulics and Pneumatics		3.0	3.0	4.0
EVT 111 Introduction to Water and Wastewater Treatment Laboratory		0.0	3.0	1.0
PHS 101 Physical Science I		3.0	3.0	4.0
Subtotal		11.0	3.0	9.0
Total Credit Hours				28.0
Courses in this certificate that require a grade of "C."

Contact John McGill in ST252 or at (803) 981-7329 or jmcgill@yorktech.com.

http://academic.yorktech.com/department/science/environment

CAREER FACTS:

Environmental science technicians who perform lab tests to monitor environmental resources and measure pollution in the environment. Some manage hazardous materials inventory, or assist with regulatory compliance.

Occupational health and safety specialists who help keep workplaces and workers safe.

Chemical Laboratory technicians set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and do experiments. They must keep excellent records and use computers. Those who work with manufacturing processes may be involved in ensuring quality by testing products for proper proportions of ingredients, purity, or for strength and durability.

Most employers prefer applicants who have at least an associate degree. Because employers' preferences vary, however, some science technicians have a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or forensic science, or have taken numerous science and math courses in college.

Employment in these areas is expected to grow 9 TO 17% through 2014 due to public demand for safe and healthy work environments. 190,000 jobs exist for these areas. http://www.bls.gov/home.htm

Median annual earnings of biology, chemistry, forensic, forest, and environmental technicians were approximately $35, 339 in 2005. Median annual earnings of occupational health and safety specialists were $51,570 in May 2004. The highest 10 percent earned more than $79,530. http://www.bls.gov/home.htm

LOCAL JOB DESCRIPTIONS (these are examples, they are not currently available).

Health and Environmental Technician: $15-$20/hr ($30,000 to $40,000 annually). Job location: York

Will work through end of year with possibility of becoming permanent.   F/T M-F 1st shift. Will work with the Health and Environmental Director; need a safety background with OSHA and ISO 14001 background/training; may facilitate some training. Computer skills a must. Source: York Technical College Job Placement Office: http://www.yorktech.com/department/jobplacement/IET.htm

Wetland Restoration Technician: Assist with invasive plant management, protected species surveys, stream and wetland monitoring, stream and wetland permitting restoration, and sediment and erosion control projects.

Stormwater Site Inspector: $25,231~$35,000 annually. Meet with contractor and issue permits. Monitor sites to insure erosion control measures are functional. Conduct final inspection of work-site. Source: York County Government https://abl.york.sc.us/jobs_fm.hsm

Stormwater Plans Examiner: $29,000~37,000 annually. Evaluate stormwater management plans for construction sites, etc. Source: York County Government https://abl.york.sc.us/jobs_fm.hsm

Laboratory Technician/Customer Service Representative: $29,400-$44,000 annually. Conduct lab analysis, trouble shoot, research and development. Need college work including statistics & computer skills (Word & Excel). Job location is in Fort Mill.

INTERNSHIPS are available with local companies. These allow students to get practical work experience and earn college credit.

LOCAL EMPLOYERS who have worked with the YTC Environmental Program: Atotech, Carolina Wetland Services, Duke Energy, S&ME, Roots Environmental & Geotechnical Services, York County Stormwater, and Ralph Whitehead Associates.