Water Technology Education

Associate in Science Trade & Industry · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog

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.
CourseTitleUnits
Water Technology Program Requirements21
WTE 149Calculations in Water/Wastewater Technology3
WTE 152Water Distribution Systems3
WTE 154Basic Plant Operations: Water Treatment3
WTE 156Intro to Electrical and Instrumentation Processes3
WTE 160Public Works Management3
WTE 164Laboratory Analysis for Water/Wastewater3
WTE 166Motors, Pumps, and Hydraulics3
Water Technology Electives (Select 9 units)9
WTE 51Career Pathways in Water Technology3
WTE 102Fundamentals of Water and Wastewater3
WTE 158Backflow Tester Training3
WTE 162Cross Connection Specialist3
WTE 197Water Technology Education Topics0.5-4
WTE 272Water Distribution II3
WTE 274Advanced Plant Operations: Water Treatment and Reclamation3
CE 100Cooperative Education3-4
Total30

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