Introduction
Environmental control technologies/technicians programs teach students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to support engineers using air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and heating systems; energy-efficient and energy monitoring systems; wastewater treatment systems; pollution control systems; or solar-powered energy systems.
Specific programs included in this major:
- Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician
- Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, Other
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
- Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology/Technician
- Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology/Technician
- Solar Energy Technology/Technician
- Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician
Careers You Qualify For With This Major
Schools That Offer This Major
| School | City |
|---|---|
| Century College | White Bear Lake |
| Minnesota North College, Vermilion | Ely |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College - Canby | Canby |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College - Granite Falls | Granite Falls |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College - Jackson | Jackson |
| Minnesota West Community and Technical College - Online | Worthington |
| Riverland Community College - Albert Lea | Albert Lea |
| Riverland Community College - Austin | Austin |
| Riverland Community College - Online | Austin |
| Riverland Community College - Owatonna | Owatonna |
| South Central College - North Mankato | North Mankato |
| South Central College - Online | North Mankato |
| St. Cloud Technical & Community College | St. Cloud |
| St. Cloud Technical & Community College - Online | St. Cloud |
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College Preparation
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
Learn more about Programs of Study at your high school.