The energy industry at large and its applications are expanding so rapidly that the U.S. Department of Labor lists environmental systems technology as one of the nation’s top job markets through the year 2016.

Environmental Systems Technology Degree and Certificate Options

The program includes an associate degree plan and a skills achievement award.

The Environmental Systems Technology Associate in Applied Sciences degree provides an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and skills in monitoring environmental systems, investigating sources of contamination and performing corrective actions.

The associate degree plan is designed to prepare students for careers in pollution control and includes two specialization tracks, in environmental systems and in energy management.

In addition to learning about environmental principles and regulations, students get practical experience collecting and analyzing samples and operating equipment, as well as developing waste minimization and contingency plans.

The Environmental Systems Technology Energy Management Skills Achievement award prepares students to evaluate energy use patterns and systems.

Get practical experience monitoring energy consumption and emissions, as well as identifying the financial and environmental impacts of improved energy performance. The 14-credit-hour award prepares students for careers in energy efficiency and waste reduction.

Other Degree and Certificate Options

Dallas County Community College District offers nearly 350 career and technical degrees and certificates, plus 36 academic degrees. For more information, see a chart of our degree plans by location or visit our credit programs home page.