ET 260 - Environmental Sampling and Analysis

    Recent Professors
    sricarte@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ET 260
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of the techniques of sampling protocols for obtaining soil, air, surface water, and groundwater samples based on sampling protocols approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In the lecture, emphasis is placed on aspects of the procurement of samples through the EPA-approved standard operating procedures and practices. In the laboratory, students gain practical knowledge and skills for the appropriate collection and handling of environmental samples.
    Usually Held
    Tue 7:05pm–10:15pm, Tue 7:00pm–10:10pm