The reuse of treated wastewater has become a sustainable option for minimizing water scarcity problems. Learn the skills needed for a rewarding career in municipal and industrial water/wastewater systems.

Graduates will develop a working knowledge and skills related to treatment technologies and water/wastewater systems operations including related laboratory analytics. Through in-class learning and recognized work experience they will be prepared to write industry-required certification exams including the 4th class power engineering and water/wastewater treatment.

Graduates of the program will possess the following proficiencies:

perform water analysis tasks to support plant water quality targets
analyze current and past data to support plant performance decisions
apply knowledge of water/wastewater system processes including pressure vessels and power generating equipment to achieve performance requirements
perform basic preventative maintenance tasks
apply fundamental knowledge of chemistry and biology to maintain process performance
operate according to all applicable regulatory guidelines
collaborate with stakeholders to achieve optimum process performance
control water/wastewater collection and distribution systems
run high-pressure boiler and steam systems
Is this the right fit for me?
Students with higher grades usually experience more success in SAIT programs.

An interest in science and mathematics would be an asset. Specific interest in chemistry and biology is desirable.

Credentials
After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT Water and Wastewater Treatment Operations certificate.

Graduates can pursue job opportunities:

as a junior water/wastewater operator
in sales positions at water treatment and processing companies
in a 4th Class Power Engineer position at municipal, industrial, equipment manufacturing facilities
in entry-level positions at any steam generation facility, power generation facility, water recycling company, environmental consulting company or at emerging water technology systems companies.
Related careers include:

environmental technician