Water and Wastewater Operations, Certificate of Completion

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Program Description

The Certificate of Completion in Water and Wastewater Operations teaches students the principles and practices of operating water and wastewater treatment facilities, covering various physical, chemical, and biological treatment methods. The program provides students the opportunity to gain skills in water quality testing, regulatory compliance, troubleshooting, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. The program equips students to operate treatment facilities safely and effectively, ensuring the provision of clean and safe water to communities while protecting the environment.

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours		36
Discipline Core Requirements		36 Credits
ENGL 1010	Introduction to Academic Writing	3
or ENGH 1005	Literacies and Composition Across Contexts
MATH 1050	College Algebra	4
ENVT 1200	Environmental Worker Safety	3
CHEM 1210	Principles of Chemistry I	4
CHEM 1215	Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory	1
CHEM 1220	Principles of Chemistry II	4
CHEM 1225	Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory	1
ENVT 3210	Water Quality and Reclamation	4
ENVT 3270	Environmental Microbiology	4
ENVT 3330	Water Resources Management	3
PHYS 2010	College Physics I	4
PHYS 2015	College Physics I Lab	1

Graduation Requirements

1. Completion of a minimum of 36 credits.
2. Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above.
3. Residency hours -- Minimum of 10 credits required through course attendance at UVU.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
ENGL 1010	Introduction to Academic Writing	3
MATH 1050	College Algebra	4
ENVT 1200	Environmental Worker Safety	3
CHEM 1210	Principles of Chemistry I	4
CHEM 1215	Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory	1
	Credit Hours	15
Semester 2
CHEM 1220	Principles of Chemistry II	4
CHEM 1225	Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory	1
PHYS 2010	College Physics I	4
PHYS 2015	College Physics I Lab	1
	Credit Hours	10
Second Year
Semester 3
ENVT 3210	Water Quality and Reclamation	4
ENVT 3270	Environmental Microbiology	4
ENVT 3330	Water Resources Management	3
	Credit Hours	11
	Total Credit Hours	36

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Apply physical science principles to water and wastewater treatment processes and technologies.
2. Explain local, state, and federal safety protocols and regulatory requirements in the operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
3. Collaborate with peers to ensure safe and efficient operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities.