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Associate in Science Environmental Science (2166) Environmental Science is about protecting the natural elements that sustain life. Technology and science can advance our society, but if mishandled, they can do irreparable harm, especially in Jacksonville. Our combination of industry, international shipping, logistics and location on the St. Johns River location puts us at high risk. The Environmental Science program is designed to provide and to enrich the student’s basic skills, knowledge and abilities in the fields of environmental compliance and technology, and to enable the student to gain entry-level employment in the field. This program focuses on federal regulations for environmental protection, worker health and safety, homeland defense and the transportation of hazardous materials. Credit can be obtained through completion of the required degree courses and/or evaluation of government/military/industry training. This program will instruct students in the analysis, handling, storage, transportation, and dispensing of hazardous materials in accordance with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing proper chemical management. The program will cover industry standards such as those included in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29CFR1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Standard, the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Graduates of this program should be able to research applicable local, state, and federal regulations and implement methods and strategies to ensure compliance; to maintain records as required by OSHA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the DOT; to develop and implement hazardous materials handling procedures; to plan for emergency response to hazardous materials incidents; and to protect employees/workers/communities from hazardous material exposures. There are specialized A.A.S. degree programs available in environmental science, Hazardous Materials Technician (A167) and Assessment/Safety Compliance (A168), as well as four technical certificates, Assessment and Safety Compliance Specialist (6020), Hazardous Materials Specialist (6021), Mold Assessment Specialist (6167) and Mold Remediation Technician (6168). Local corporate and governmental authorities participate on the Florida Community College advisory board for this program. Members include: CSX, JEA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Army Corp of Engineers, St. Johns River Water Management District and others. These programs meet their anticipated needs. Each year, a major Degree-to-Career event gives you the opportunity to network with these corporations and governmental agencies. Their representatives also make classroom presentations and discuss job opportunities. During your training, you will be encouraged to join Northeast Florida Association of Environmental Professionals (NEFAEP), attend meetings, network with employers and hear experts speak about the environment. The organization provides Florida Community College with student memberships and scholarship funding. Internships Annual Salaries Articulation Cost Other Links of Interest Environmental Science
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Total Credit Hours: 64 Refer to A.S. degree General
Education Requirements. Notes The associate in science (A.S.) degree can prepare you for employment or transfer to a state university. For details, refer to the university transfer requirements. Please consult an academic advisor if you are unsure of which option best suits your academic and career goals.
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