Rural Waste Management and Spill Response
College of Rural and Community Development
Bristol Bay Campus
907-842-5109
http://www.uaf.edu/rural/
Occupational Endorsement
The occupational endorsement in rural waste management and spill response provides education and training in how to handle management municipal waste. Emphasis is placed upon providing students with the skills and experience necessary to implement solutions to challenging solid waste stream issues facing rural waste managers. The program introduces students to best practices in waste management that are in compliance with state and federal governmental regulations. Exceptional focus is placed on workplace safety and students are assessed on proficiency in operational safety and safety planning. Upon completion of the occupational endorsement, students will be prepared to help protect rural communities from many of the environmental risks associated with waste disposal by safely managing municipal solid and hazardous waste streams.
Complete the following admissions requirement:
- Be at least 16 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
Minimum Requirements for Occupational Endorsement: 10 credits
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the general university requirements. | ||
| Occupational Endorsement Requirements | ||
| Complete the occupational endorsement requirements. | ||
| Major Requirements | ||
| ABUS F183 | Professional Skills for Job Hunt | 1 |
| ENVI F110 | Introduction to Water Quality I: Measurement | 1 |
| ENVI F115 | Rural Solid and Hazardous Waste Management | 1 |
| ENVI F116 | Rural Alaska Landfill Opertor | 1 |
| ENVI F117 | Community Spill Response | 1 |
| FIRE F110 | Introduction to Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response | 3 |
| Complete 2 credits from the following: | 2 | |
| Microcomputer Spreadsheets | ||
| Introduction to Facilities Maintenance | ||
| Introduction to the National Environmental Policy Act | ||
| Internship in Environmental Studies | ||
| Field Techniques for Environmental Technicians | ||
| First Aid and CPR for the Healthcare Provider | ||
| Grant Writing for Community Development | ||
| Introduction to Utility Management | ||
Advisor-approved elective | ||
