| Make a career out of maximizing indoor comfort while conserving energy. Nowadays with the energy crisis front-lining several newspapers, the need for competent and qualified Environmental Control professionals is rising. With this in mind many trade schools and universities have stepped up to the plate and have taken on the challenge of outfitting the nation with such professionals. Typically certification in this field can be obtained within eight to twelve months but programs do vary from school to school.
Featured Online Environmental Control Schools:
Kennedy-Western University
- Engineering Management, General Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
California Schools
National Institute of Technology
(Long Beach) - Industrial Electrical Technology, Industrial Instrumentation and Control Systems, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
WyoTech*
(Fremont, Oakland, Sacramento) - Applied Service Manager, Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Residential Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
Illinois Schools
Lincoln Tech
(Melrose Park) - Electronic Systems Technician
Vatterott College
(Quincy) -Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Indiana Schools
Lincoln Tech
(Indianapolis) - Electronic Systems Technician
Kansas Schools
Vatterott College
(Wichita) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Maryland Schools
Lincoln Tech
(Columbia) - Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Heating Technology
Missouri Schools
Vatterott College
* (Joplin, Kansas City, South County, Springfield, St. Ann, St. Joseph) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic, Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
Nebraska Schools
Vatterott College
(Omaha) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Ohio Schools
Vatterott College
(Cleveland) - Environmental Systems Management, Environmental Systems Technology
Oklahoma Schools
Vatterott College
* (Oklahoma City, Tulsa) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic, Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
Pennsylvania Schools
York Technical Institute
(York) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Tennessee Schools
Vatterott College
(Memphis) - Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Texas Schools
National Institute of Technology
* (Austin, Houston/Galleria, San Antonio) - Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
Online Environmental Control Schools:
Kennedy-Western University
- Engineering Management, General Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
*Program Availability Varies By Location and Often Changes. To get the most up-to-date information, use the links we provide to request additional information from a local campus representative.
Additional Information Available Online:
Specialty Studies in Environmental Control
Environmental engineers have a variety of specialties to choose from. Though a certificate may be sufficient to secure a very basic, entry level tech position, more education is needed to specialize. Some of these specialties include:
* Water pollution
* Air pollution
* Recycling
* Waste disposal
* Public health issues
An Environmental Engineering Program
When you enroll in an environmental control or engineering program, you will be opened up to a variety of experiences and learning opportunities. The course list alone can give you an idea of some of the exciting things that are in store. Some of the possible courses include:
* Environmental Systems
* Groundwater Hydrology
* Geostatistics
* Industrial Ventilation
* Air Pollution Control
* Design of Water Systems
* Biotechnology
* Environmental Chemistry Processes
* Ecological Microbiology
* Limnology
* Aerosol Science
Environmental Profession Tip
An environmental engineer may find it necessary to change there area of focus frequently throughout their career. This is due to the changing focus of laws and environmental rules. Obtaining as many specialties as possible is recommended for the best marketability.
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