# Water Technology Education (Associate in Science)

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Trade & Industry

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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.

Learning Outcome(s):

1.  Analyze data, troubleshoot a problem, and apply a solution to a water/wastewater related issue.
2.  Perform calculations based on operational data with a myriad of variables in order to perform duties as a water or wastewater operator.
3.  Effectively communicate both in writing and verbally how to operate water/wastewater systems and resolve common problems in a safe manner.
4.  Describe, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local regulations for water and wastewater systems.
5.  Develop a working knowledge of industry equipment and nomenclature that can be used when describing, analyzing, and designing water/wastewater systems.
6.  Inspect, evaluate, and operate wastewater collection systems and wastewater treatment plants.
7.  Inspect, evaluate, and operate water distribution systems and water treatment plants.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Water Technology Program Requirements** | | 21 |
| WTE 149 | Calculations in Water/Wastewater Technology | 3 |
| WTE 152 | Water Distribution Systems | 3 |
| WTE 154 | Basic Plant Operations: Water Treatment | 3 |
| WTE 156 | Intro to Electrical and Instrumentation Processes | 3 |
| WTE 160 | Public Works Management | 3 |
| WTE 164 | Laboratory Analysis for Water/Wastewater | 3 |
| WTE 166 | Motors, Pumps, and Hydraulics | 3 |
| **Water Technology Electives (Select 9 units)** | | 9 |
| WTE 51 | Career Pathways in Water Technology | 3 |
| WTE 102 | Fundamentals of Water and Wastewater | 3 |
| WTE 158 | Backflow Tester Training | 3 |
| WTE 162 | Cross Connection Specialist | 3 |
| WTE 197 | Water Technology Education Topics | 0.5-4 |
| WTE 272 | Water Distribution II | 3 |
| WTE 274 | Advanced Plant Operations: Water Treatment and Reclamation | 3 |
| CE 100 | Cooperative Education | 3-4 |
| **Total** | | **30** |