Environmental Chemistry - Lake Superior State University

Environmental Chemistry from Lake Superior State University is a Campus Bachelor Enviroment degree that prepares you for a Science career. Program Description: Environmental chemists seek to understand and address environmental problems within the context of chemical systems. While environmental chemistry is truly an interdisciplinary field, the particular emphasis on examining natural systems through chemistry and chemical analysis focuses the graduate more firmly within the physical sciences. Key features of this program include course work on environmental impact assessment, air and water chemistry . By seeking solutions for such chemically based environmental problems as water pollution, hazardous wastes, and acid rain, environmental chemists help ensure a safe, healthful environment for all living things. Career Descriptions: Environmental Chemist ? Collects and analyzes samples; develops remediation programs, changing production processes to reduce environmental impact; advises on safety and emergency response. Environmental Field Technician ? Responsible for groundwater sampling, soil sampling and other field efforts. Field Chemist ? Supervises field technicians; packages chemicals for transportation and disposal; loads and unloads supply trucks. Customer relation skills are essential. Physical Science Technician ? Performs technical procedures related to chemical analysis of plant and animal tissues, soils, sediments and waters for environmental contaminants, including sample receipt, storage, homogenization, extraction, cleanup, digestion analysis, and reporting. Physical or Biological Scientist (Research) ? Assists policy development/coordination with other bureaus/government agencies; coordinates research activities and development of solutions to extremely complex, obscure and critical problems. Laboratory Chemist ? Has knowledge of EPA methods for volatile, semi-volatile analysis and metals; instrument proficiency, with instrument troubleshooting a plus; good organizational skills, attention to detail, and a will to succeed. View more details on Lake Superior State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Enviroment courses.