Water Quality Management : Emily Griffith Technical College

Water Quality Management

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.

Fall 2023 Start Dates
Part-Time: 8/28/2023

What To Expect During the Program

  • Students must be prepared to commit a minimum of 8-10 hours/week of study-time in addition to the weekly class time.

What Can I Do with an Water Quality Management Certificate?

Graduates use their certificate to work in jobs such as the following:

  • 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.

Thinking about applying? Get the flyer.

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

  • The program is offered at our Branch Campus: 1205 Osage St, Denver, CO 80203
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. The program is technically intense at times. A firm grasp of computer knowledge is required.
    • Basic computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system, are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
    • Licensing costs are approximately $100 for each state-administered exam application and exam/exam, for a total of $400,  which are not included in program tuition and fees.
    • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Navigator before class.
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • 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 buy a few small supplies by the first day of class 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 with 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.
  • 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 the Treasurer's Office 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
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. The program is technically intense at times. A firm grasp of computer knowledge is required.
    • Basic computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system, are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
    • Licensing costs are approximately $100 for each state-administered exam application and exam/exam, for a total of $400,  which are not included in program tuition and fees.
    • Technical tours and technician ride-along experiences are part of the program. Please discuss accessibility needs with your Navigator before class.
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • 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 buy a few small supplies by the first day of class 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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$5,599
Approximate cost. Additional material and book fees may apply
10 Months
Program length
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She works as a Street Supervisor for RTD, where she writes memos about accidents and incidents reports.  She chose to study at Emily Griffith because she wanted to improve her written English. She would like to move into a lead supervisor position but she needs to be able to communicate at a higher level so that others can easily understand what she writes. 

To help her achieve her goal of becoming a lead street supervisor for RTD, Irma has taken classes that RTD offers, as well as English classes, and is learning computer skills. Her dream is to get a bachelor’s degree in management. 

Her advice for other students is to “never stop thinking big! You are never too young or too old to follow your dreams!”

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