A.S. in Water Efficiency Management
This degree prepares students for careers in water use efficiency and conservation. After completing the program, students may find employment as a specialist in water supply, water efficiency, program conservation, conservation outreach, natural resources, or environmental protection. Those already employed in public works, construction, landscaping, municipal administration, water distribution/treatment, or facilities oversight and planning are encouraged to complete this degree to complement their knowledge and increase employability, wages, and promotion opportunities. Students are expected to complete several industry certifications throughout the program including the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) D-1 Water Distribution Operator's Certificate examination and the T-1 Water Treatment Operator's Certificate examination as well as the California/Nevada American Water Works Association (AWWA) Grade 1 and 2 Water Use Efficiency Practitioner Certification exams.
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Water Efficiency Management A.S. Degree will:
- Collect, interpret, and analyze water use data; calculate possible water savings; recommend ways business, agriculture, municipalities, and consumers can save water; and analyze implemented programs to determine if an agency is meeting usage goals.
- Adhere to water conservation regulations; implement water conservation projects; and promote conservation practices and regulations in the region.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| WATR 150 | Introduction to Water Systems | 3 |
| WATR 162 | Water Use Efficiency I | 3 |
| WATR 164 | Water Use Efficiency II | 3 |
| BIOL 145 | Environmental Science | 3 |
| PUB 165 | Environmental Management | 3 |
| Complete one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Business Communications | 3 | |
| Microcomputer Applications I | 4 | |
| Urban Forest Management Planning | 3 | |
| Turf and Landscape Management | 3 | |
| Water Resources and Distribution I | 3 | |
| Water Treatment I | 3 | |
| Total Units | 18-19 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| WATR 150 | Introduction to Water Systems | 3 |
| WATR 162 | Water Use Efficiency I | 3 |
| WATR 156 | Water Treatment I | 3 |
| MATH 144 | Technical Mathematics | 5 |
| Units | 14 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| SPCH 100 or SPCH 100H |
Interpersonal Communication or Interpersonal Communication - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| WATR 153 | Water Resources and Distribution II | 3 |
| WATR 157 | Water Treatment II | 3 |
| WATR 164 | Water Use Efficiency II | 3 |
| WATR 151 | Water Resources and Distribution I | 3 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Summer Term 1 | ||
| PUB 165 | Environmental Management | 3 |
| BIOL 145 | Environmental Science | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| PUB 160 | Public Administration | 3 |
| ITIS 130 | Microcomputer Applications I | 4 |
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| ANTH 212 & 212L |
Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Introduction to Physical Anthropology Lab |
4 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Winter Term 2 | ||
| PUB 166 | Supervision in Public Works | 3 |
| HIST 107 |
History of the United States before 1877 or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors or History of the United States since 1877 or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors or History of Women in the United States or American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| ETHN 101 or ETHN 116 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies |
3 |
| ARCH 250 |
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art or History of Photography or Introduction to the Visual Arts or Motion Picture Appreciation or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors or History of Dance or History of Rock and Roll or Introduction to Theatre Arts or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors |
3 |
| ENGL 290 |
Ethnic Voices in Film or Children's Literature or Children's Literature - Honors or Literature of the Bible or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts or Great Religions of the World or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies |
3 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Total Units | 65 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.