Applicability
These program criteria apply to engineering technology programs that include environmental or similar modifiers in their titles.
Objectives
The field of environmental engineering technology is broad, ranging from laboratory measurements to field measurements to system design and operation. An accreditable environmental engineering technology program will prepare graduates to work in one or more specialties as described by the program objectives. Graduates shall understand the roles and responsibilities of public and private organizations pertaining to environmental regulations. Graduates are prepared to apply the concepts of professional practice and assist in project management. Graduates of associate degree programs typically have competence in applied skills, while baccalaureate degree graduates have a deeper understanding and competence in the application of engineering principles to problem-solving and to the design of engineered systems; and the application of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology to the field.
Outcomes
The field of environmental engineering technology includes environmental measurements and the design, management, and operation of environmental facilities and systems. Associate degree programs must demonstrate that graduates are capable of:
a. Conducting sampling of environmental media;
b. Performing field and laboratory measurements of environmental parameters, including use of common instruments and equipment appropriate to environmental technology;
c. Applying quality control methods in sampling and measurement and utilizing basic statistical techniques in analysis of the results;
d. Preparing reports to adequately describe results of environmental sampling and measurement;
e. Explaining operating principles of a range of unit processes for environmental control; and
f. Performing CAD and GIS operations and applying them to solving engineering problems.