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Water Quality Management is an industry built around maintaining public and environmental health by treating drinking water and wastewater. Take classes two nights a week and complete career-relevant projects at home with our part-time, hybrid option. We also have a full-time afternoon program.

At Emily Griffith, our program provides hands-on experience in technical areas across the industry, including chemistry and microbiological treatment processes, operation and maintenance of hydraulic equipment, maintaining conveyance systems, and much more. You will also learn about industry issues specific to Colorado.

WQM 1000 Introduction to Water Quality
WQM 1001 Introduction to Water Distribution
WQM 1002 Introduction to Wastewater Collection
WQM 1003 Introduction to Water Treatment
WQM 1004 Introduction to Wastewater Treatment
WQM 1005 Specific Calculations for Water Quality Management
WQM 1019 Basic Water Quality Analysis
WQM 2016 Biological and Bacteriological Water Quality Analyses
WQM 2012 Drinking Water Regulations
WQM 2089 Capstone

Program details

Approximate Cost: $5,649

(additional materials and book fees may apply)

This program qualifies for Financial Aid.

Part-Time Hybrid Program Length: 10 months

This program combines both in-person and online course content.

Program START DATES

2024 Start Dates
Part-Time Program: 8/26/2024

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR CERTIFICATE?

  • Water Treatment Plant Operator
  • Water Distribution System Operator
  • Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operator
  • Water Quality Lab Analyst 
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Water Utilities Technician
  • Other potential career paths include jobs in environmental science/agriculture, natural disaster/emergency response, utilities and engineering.

MORE INFORMATION

  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID. You can get your student ID at Treasury or Branch Campus (1205 Osage St.) after payment is confirmed.
  • The program is offered at our Branch Campus: 1205 Osage St, Denver, CO 80203
  • There is a Mandatory Orientation for this program. 
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. One class is covered in its entirety before moving to the next class and ranges from one to four weeks. 
  • Our programs welcome new students multiple times throughout the year. As a student, you will likely experience being in the classroom with another cohort that may be learning different content than you
  • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Career Navigator before class.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.

For Moodle tech support, please email help@emilygriffith.edu

  • Toolkit and access to the electronic books are included in your tuition and you will access them during the first day of class.
  • Be prepared to purchase supplies such as:
    • Pen and notebook paper
    • Pocket Scientific Calculator (Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS recommended; loaners available for in-class use) 
    • Laptop Computer for in-class use
    • Access to a reliable internet connection and PC/Laptop outside of class.

You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.

The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

The Student Success Center provides you access to services such as tutoring, disability support services, health and wellness resources, and classroom support.

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 30% of the course hours; if you miss more than 10% of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
    • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
    • Tradiness for over 30 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
    • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.
  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • Proper Personal Protective gear must be worn at all times, this includes boots, safety goggles, and proper work attire.
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.

Payment and Student ID:

  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID. You can get your student ID at Treasury or Branch Campus (1205 Osage St.) after payment is confirmed.

Program Structure and Delivery:

  • The program is offered at our Branch Campus: 1205 Osage St, Denver, CO 80203
  • There is a Mandatory Orientation for this program.
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. One class is covered in its entirety before moving to the next class and ranges from one to four weeks. 
  • Our programs welcome new students multiple times throughout the year. As a student, you will likely experience being in the classroom with another cohort that may be learning different content than you
  • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Career Navigator before class.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.

For Moodle tech support, please email help@emilygriffith.edu

Textbooks and Supplies:

  • Toolkit and access to the electronic books are included in your tuition and you will access them during the first day of class.
  • Be prepared to purchase supplies such as:
    • Pen and notebook paper
    • Pocket Scientific Calculator (Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS recommended; loaners available for in-class use) 
    • Laptop Computer for in-class use
    • Access to a reliable internet connection and PC/Laptop outside of class.

Program Policies and Expectations:

  • You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.
    The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

Academic Support:
The Student Success Center provides you with access to services such as tutoring, disability support services, health and wellness resources, and classroom support.

Attendance:

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 30% of the course hours; if you miss more than 10% of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
    • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
    • Tradiness for over 30 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
    • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

Dress Code:

  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.
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