Environmental Science
Students majoring in the Environmental Science program will participate in environmental studies, and conduct in-depth laboratory and field studies. Career pathways in this program are immense. Students will be prepared to continue their education or enter the workforce in a variety of environmental fields and capacities such as water quality specialists, environmental scientists and engineers, community and state officials, and other environmental organizations to investigate real-world environmental issues.
Career Pathways
Entry Level
Energy efficiency auditor
Photovoltaics technician
Solar thermal technician
Wind power technician
Water testing technician
Remote sensing technician
LEED Green Associate
Trade/Technical
Environmental Technician
Wastewater Technician
Environmental Consultant
Solar Insulation
Wetlands Surveyor
Professional
Teaching and Education
Marine Biologist
Environmental Chemist
Wastewater Management
Wildlife Biologist
Government Inspector
Environmental Geologist
Environmental Law and Legal Practices
Environmental Engineer
Meteorologist
Health and Safety Officer
Certifications
OSHA 10
LEED Associates Certification
Skills
Environmental Science majors learn a variety of skills for college and careers. Among the skills taught and learned are…
Establish and maintain a healthy work environment
Develop effective management practices and organizational skills
Develop a commitment to professional standards
Ability to work effectively across disciplines as part of a team in seeking sustainable solutions to environmental problems
Ability to plan and manage municipal projects
Ability to gather, analyze, and communicate data
Development of on-the-field work experience
Hands On Skills:
Clean Energy systems setup
Solar site analysis
Blower door testing
Ability to explain basic Climate Science
Hands on project construction involving wiring, soldering, CAD, 3D printing, plumbing, use of hand and shop tools,etc.
Mapping and use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Water testing
Projects and Field Trips
Boston waterfront on day of King Tide
Deer Island treatment plant
Net Positive home
Conservation Law Foundation
Union of Concerned Scientists
Climate Change protest in Boston
Plainville generating plant
Greenbuild Boston conference
Newton DPW
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Neponset River Watershed Association
Internships
Trustees of Reservations