Water Technology

technician at console in a water district

San Jacinto Campus
(951) 487-MSJC (6752)
1-800-624-5561
Michael Creighton, Coordinator
mcreighton@msjc.edu

Menifee Valley Campus
(951) 672-MSJC (6752)
1-800-452-3335
Michael Creighton, Coordinator
mcreighton@msjc.edu

Degree(s)

Transfer:

None

Non-Transfer:

A.S. in Water Technology
(with General Education Requirements Option A)

Certificate(s)

Certificate in Water Technology

Employment Concentration Certificate(s)

None

Program Description

Water Technology is a career oriented non-transfer vocational program offering courses leading to a certificate and/or an Associate degree. The Water Technology program at MSJC emphasizes a real world approach to diagnostic skill building and a thorough understanding of system theory and operations. Professionalism, workplace skills and responsibilities are stressed along with safety and an awareness of hazardous materials control. Graduates are primarily employed by cities, counties, federal agencies and industry that operate and maintain water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection and/or wastewater treatment systems. They may also find employment in support roles such as equipment sales. For individuals currently working within these fields, there may be potential for salary and/or career advancement.