The Non-degree in Water Engineering Technology Diploma at Okanagan College is a 1 year long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Okanagan College is a public college located in British Columbia, Canada. It offers a wide range of programs and courses across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, health, and technology. The college is known for its commitment to student success and providing practical, hands-on learning experiences. It has modern facilities, experienced faculty, and strong industry connections to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed for their future careers.
Year 1 First year - All Options Semester 1 Complete All of the following: CHEM 118 - Introductory Chemistry for Water Engineering Technology CMNS 137 - Technical Writing & Communications for WET WET 111 - Applied Hydrology WET 112 - Water Quality and Treatment Processes WET 115 - Basic Instrumentation Complete 1 of the following: MATH 128 - Mathematics for Water Engineering Technology MATH 120 - Pre-Calculus Math 128 is the preferred math course and students will be block enrolled in MATH 128 during their first semester. Semester 2 Complete All of the following: BIOL 175 - Environmental Biology CHEM 128 - Water Chemistry WET 121 - Introduction to Water and Wastewater Management WET 122 - Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection I WET 123 - Instrumentation WET 125 - Operations, Planning and Maintenance for WET WET 100 - Surveying WET 120 - Chlorine Handling and Disinfection Technologies Notes WET 101 Co-op Work Term I (May - August) 4 months WET 102 Co-op Work Term (September - December) 4 months Year 2 - Water and Wastewater Option Semester 3 Complete All of the following: BIOL 278 - Microbiology of Water and Wastewater CHEM 218 - Applications of Environmental Chemistry WET 210 - Operations, Planning and Maintenance for WET II WET 211 - Wastewater Treatment WET 219 - Applied Water Law Complete 1 of the following: DSCI 228 - Introduction to Applied Data Analytics MATH 122 - Calculus II Notes WET 103 Co-op Work Term III (May-August) 4 months Semester 4 Complete All of the following: CHEM 225 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry for WET WET 202 - Wet Capstone Project WET 222 - Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection II WET 225 - Computer Applications for WET WET 226 - Advanced Treatment Technologies WET 227 - Process Control for WET Year 2 - Environmental Monitoring Option Semester 3 Complete All of the following: BIOL 278 - Microbiology of Water and Wastewater CHEM 218 - Applications of Environmental Chemistry STAT 121 - Elementary Statistics WET 201 - Applied Hydrogeology WET 214 - Water Treatment WET 219 - Applied Water Law Notes WET 103 Co-op Work Term III (May-August) 4 months Semester 4 Complete All of the following: BIOL 275 - Freshwater Plants and Animals BIOL 279 - Limnological Methods CHEM 225 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry for WET WET 202 - Wet Capstone Project WET 225 - Computer Applications for WET WET 226 - Advanced Treatment Technologies
Okanagan College is a leading public college located in British Columbia, Canada. With a history dating back to 1963, the college offers a wide range of programs in diverse fields such as arts, sciences, business, health, and technology. It prides itself on providing quality education through experienced faculty, modern facilities, and a supportive learning environment. Okanagan College focuses on hands-on, experiential learning, equipping students with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers. The college also maintains strong industry connections, offering valuable networking opportunities and co-op placements to enhance students' employability.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
English Language Certificate
Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
Your Passport Copy
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
