This program provides comprehensive education to a diverse constituency for a career in the water and wastewater field that prepares students to contribute effectively in a profession responsible for protecting public health. Students will be qualified and prepared for industry certification exams including the State Water Resources Control Board and other certifying organizations.
49 students annually
Program Goal
The goal of this program is for local workforce preparation and advancement. This program will prepare a student for an entry level position at a local water/wastewater agency, while also allowing those already in the industry to advance in their current career path.
Program Objective
Our objective is to educate and prepare all students, including those of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities for careers and advancement in the water industry. Our committed, highly trained faculty and partnerships with Local, State, and National entities ensure that our graduates will have successful careers that improve their lives, their communities, and the economy.
This is a program change with the intentions of merging the existing Water Technology Education program and Wastewater Technology Education program into s single designation, Water Technology Education. There will still be two distinct degrees awarded in Water Technology and Wastewater Technology. Classes will also be elevated to the transferrable level, while adding two new electives.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTE 51 | Career Pathways in Water Technology | 3 | Y1 |
| WTE 102 | Fundamentals of Water Technology | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 150 | Calculations in Water Technology | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 152 | Basic Plant Operations: Water Distribution | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 153 | Basic Plant Operations: Wastewater Treatment | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 154 | Basic Plant Operations: Water Treatment | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 155 | Wastewater Collections | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 156 | Intro to Electrical and Instrumentation Processes | 3 | Y1 |
| WTE 158 | Backflow Tester Training | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 160 | Public Works Management | 3 | Y1 |
| WTE 162 | Cross Connection Specialist | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 164 | Laboratory Analysis for Water/Wastewater | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 166 | Pumps, Motors, and Hydraulic | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 197 | Topics in Water Technology | 3 | S1 |
| WTE 263 | Advanced Plant Operations: Wastewater Treatment | 3 | Y1 |
| WTE 272 | Water Distribution II | 3 | Y1 |
| WTE 274 | Advanced Plant Operations: Water Treatment and Reclamation | 3 | Y1 |
Larry McLemore · 11/19/21
Cuyamaca recommends
Jesse Lopez · 11/18/21
Miramar College agrees with COE’s comments and endorses the program modification.
Tina Recalde · 11/18/21
San Diego Mesa supports the program modification.
Cassandra Storey · 11/18/21
SDCCE supports as its a program mod.
Jennifer Lewis · 11/17/21
Southwestern supports this modification. There is also a big retirement happening in this industry.
Efrain Silva · 11/08/21
IVC supports the program modification.
Dr. Javier Ayala · 11/08/21
I'm not seeing an increase supported by the LMI. 94 annual openings for the whole region is low. Cautiously support. Cuyamaca has a program too.
Dr. Al Taccone · 11/03/21
MiraCosta College supports.
John Edwards · 11/03/21
Palomar College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. The COE recommends proceeding with developing a program because 1) entry-level wages for most Industrial Automation Occupations are above the living wage for San Diego County and 2) a supply gap exists.
Rose LaMuraglia · 10/07/21
SD City supports program
Efrain Silva · 10/07/21
IVC supports this proposal.
Susan Wyche · 10/04/21
This is a great move to consolidate two programs into a single program with two certificates.
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