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Environmental Health Technology Program

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Environmental Health Technology

Associate of Applied Science

  • Entry wage: $35,320*
  • Median wage: $53,603*
  • Job placement rate: 85%**

A day in the life

Jobs are available on the Oak Ridge reservation, in private consulting, industrial facilities, waste treatment and disposal facilities, and in government agencies. Some jobs may require use of personal protective equipment including hazmat suits.

Three reasons to consider this program.

  1. With the Oak Ridge reservation nearby, many local job opportunities are available.
  2. Environmental health involves hands-on science. You will likely be in the field.
  3. The program includes an optional internship, a great way to gain experience.

Before you sign up, make sure you understand...

  1. Employers want technicians with strong communication skills. Courses in English and speech will help you develop those skills.
  2. Some jobs may require special clearances. Make sure you understand local, state and federal government job application requirements.
  3. Plan to study complex material. The field involves compliance with federal and state regulations.

Program Navigation

Academic Map

Courses To Take

Courses Required for 1st Fall Term
Course NumberCourse Title and Type
ENGL 1010Composition IComposition I
EHTC 1300Waste Management and Pollution PreventionWaste Management and Pollution Prev…This is a/an key course
MATH 1530Introductory StatisticsIntroductory Statistics
BIOL 1110General Biology IGeneral Biology I
COLS 1010SOS-Study, Organize and SucceedSOS-Study, Organize and Succeed
Courses Required for 1st Spring Term
Course NumberCourse Title and Type
EHTC 1301Industrial Hygiene and Safety IIndustrial Hygiene and Safety I
BIOL 1120General Biology IIGeneral Biology IIThis is a/an elective course
COMM 2025Fundamentals of CommunicationFundamentals of Communication
BIOL 1510Environmental Science IEnvironmental Science I
MUS 1030Introduction to MusicIntroduction to MusicThis is a/an elective course
Courses Required for 2nd Fall Term
Course NumberCourse Title and Type
EHTC 2301Environmental LawEnvironmental LawThis is a/an key course
EHTC 2310Environmental InstrumentationEnvironmental InstrumentationThis is a/an key course
EHTC 2320Industrial Hygiene and Safety IIIndustrial Hygiene and Safety IIThis is a/an key course
CHEM 1110General Chemistry IGeneral Chemistry I
GEOL 1040Physical GeologyPhysical Geology
Courses Required for 2nd Spring Term
Course NumberCourse Title and Type
EHTC 2311Safety and Emergency ResponseSafety and Emergency Response
EHTC 2315Applied Radiological Control TechApplied Radiological Control TechThis is a/an key course
CHEM 1120General Chemistry IIGeneral Chemistry II
SOCI 1040Social ProblemsSocial ProblemsThis is a/an elective course

Important Dates and Events

Oct in 1st Fall
  • See advisor
  • FAFSA
Nov in 1st Fall
  • Register
Mar in 1st Spring
  • See advisor
Apr in 1st Spring
  • Register
Sept in 2nd Fall
  • Application for Graduation
Oct in 2nd Fall
  • See advisor
Nov in 2nd Fall
  • Register
  • Apply internships
Feb in 2nd Spring
  • Exit exam
Mar in 2nd Spring
  • Job search
  • EHT Capstone Exam

Notes and Map Legend

  • Key course Key Course: program faculty have identified this course as key to your success
  • Elective course Recommended Elective: check catalog for other acceptable courses
  • This map assumes completion of course prerequisites
  • *Tennessee Department of Labor
  • **Average of 2019 - 2021 graduates
 

Contact: 

Larry D Perkins • 865-414-5358 • Click name for email address

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