Environmental Engineering
Custodians of the Environment
Environmental engineering is the application of science and engineering principles for the protection and improvement of public health and the environment, including air, water and land resources. It involves water treatment, water and air pollution control, industrial and hazardous waste containment and treatment, and municipal solid waste management, including the recycling of materials and energy recovery. It also includes studies on the environmental impact of proposed infrastructure and resource development projects.
In many respects, environmental engineers are custodians of the environment, with the significant task of finding solutions to the environmental challenges associated with urbanization, resource development, industrial production and many other aspects of our modern technological society. With Saskatchewan's extensive resource development, both existing and proposed, the job opportunities for environmental engineers are expected to remain plentiful.
The U of S Advantage
The environmental engineering program is multidisciplinary, meaning training from other colleges and other fields of engineering is valuable and worthwhile for an environmental engineer. Here at the U of S, we offer those opportunities. You may earn a Bachelor of Engineering degree and a degree from the College of Arts & Science at the same time. An additional year to 18 months of study is normally required. Some areas that students have combined with engineering include computer science, mathematics and languages.
Career Opportunities
With a degree in environmental engineering, your employment options are varied. Some possible careers include the following:
- working in the public or private sectors
- municipal (both urban and rural), provincial or federal governments
- working as an engineering consultant
- developing waste management and land reclamation methods
- overseeing project management
- developing resources (for example, mining)
Getting Involved
Environmental engineering students are invited to join the Saskatoon Engineering Students' Society. As a student in the college, you'll be involved with Spectrum and many other college events.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of high school subjects required for admission. Please select the province/territory where you completed high school.
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