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  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "Trade & Industry",
  "id": "wastewater-technology-education-associate-in-science",
  "name": "Wastewater Technology Education",
  "award": "Associate in Science",
  "department": "trade-industry",
  "sourceUrl": "https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32694/33138/33115/33354/33047",
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      "markdown": "This program provides comprehensive education to a diverse constituency for a career in the water and wastewater field that prepares students to contribute effectively in a profession responsible for protecting public health. Students will be qualified and prepared for industry certification exams including the State Water Resources Control Board and other certifying organizations.\n\nLearning Outcome(s):\n\n1.  Demonstrate the ability to analyze data, troubleshoot a problem, and apply a solution to a water/wastewater related issue.\n2.  Demonstrate the ability to perform calculations based on operational data with a myriad of variables in order to perform duties as a water or wastewater operator.\n3.  Communicate effectively through written and verbal means by describing water/wastewater systems, related issue, and the appropriate action to resolve the situation.\n4.  Describe, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local regulations for water and wastewater systems.\n5.  Develop a working knowledge of industry equipment and nomenclature.\n6.  Inspect, evaluate, and operate wastewater collection systems and wastewater treatment plants.\n7.  Inspect, evaluate, and operate water distribution systems and water treatment plants."
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          "text": "Wastewater Technology Program Requirements",
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          "code": "WTE 149",
          "title": "Calculations in Water/Wastewater Technology",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
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          "title": "Basic Plant Operations: Wastewater Treatment",
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          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 155",
          "title": "Wastewater Collection Systems",
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          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 156",
          "title": "Intro to Electrical and Instrumentation Processes",
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          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 160",
          "title": "Public Works Management",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 166",
          "title": "Motors, Pumps, and Hydraulics",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 263",
          "title": "Advanced Plant Operations: Wastewater Treatment",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
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          "type": "comment",
          "text": "Wastewater Technology Electives (Select 9 units)",
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          "type": "course",
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          "title": "Career Pathways in Water Technology",
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          "indent": false
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          "title": "Fundamentals of Water and Wastewater",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
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          "title": "Backflow Tester Training",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 162",
          "title": "Cross Connection Specialist",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
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          "type": "course",
          "code": "WTE 164",
          "title": "Laboratory Analysis for Water/Wastewater",
          "units": "3",
          "indent": false
        },
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          "type": "course",
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          "title": "Water Technology Education Topics",
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          "indent": false
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          "title": "Cooperative Education",
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          "indent": false
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          "text": "Total",
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