May 26, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Environmental Health & Safety

  
  • ENHS 1010 - General Industry Regulations & Standards

    3 credit(s)
    This class pertains to OSHA’s Code of Federal Regulations 29 (CFR) part 1910, General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards. This course includes an introduction to OSHA as well as OSHA inspection information and rights and responsibilities under OSHA act. This course will also cover the requirements for pertinent sections of the regulation, and written programs required to be developed by employers to meet these requirements in the workplace.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 1020 - Construction Regulations & Standards

    3 credit(s)
    This class pertains to OSHA’s Code of Federal Regulations 29 (CFR) part 1926, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry. This course includes an introduction to OSHA as well as OSHA inspection information and rights and responsibilities under the OSHA act. This course will also cover the requirements for pertinent sections of the regulation, and written programs required to be developed by employers to meet these requirements in the workplace.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 1030 - Hazardous Mat Handling & Emergency Resp

    3 credit(s)
    This course will focus on the examination of issues concerning the use of hazardous materials in the construction and industrial environments. Information on the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements related to the handling and management of hazardous materials. Chemical and physical properties as well as issues related to the transportation of these materials will be covered.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 1040 - Environmental Regulations I

    3 credit(s)
    This course is geared to the new environmental professional and designed to introduce environmental regulatory requirements. Participants will receive practical and hands on examples of real world regulatory activities. This course pertains to the environmental regulations applicable to general industry related to air emissions, waste disposal, water management, spill management, and associated reporting requirements. Practical and hands-on examples of real world regulatory activities will be provided.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 1050 - Emergency Preparedness & Planning

    3 credit(s)
    This course studies the emergencies which create a variety of hazards for workers. The various causes of emergencies: natural disasters, severe weather, specific hazards (chemical & biological, diseases, radiation) are discussed. Preparation and practice for emergencies and the role of planning including the necessary equipment needed, evacuation procedures and safety during emergencies are addressed.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 2040 - Environmental Regulations II

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides a comprehensive look at regulatory requirements and effective environmental management strategies necessary to lead an effective environmental compliance program. In this course, a more detailed look at the core environmental regulations and the application of requirements to facilities will be presented.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 2060 - Incident & Accident Investigation

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides a practical approach to investigating workplace accidents by emphasizing how to conduct a thorough investigation, find the root cause(s) and make effective recommendations to prevent similar occurrences from happening again. The course includes case studies and other examples to illustrate the concepts as well as practical tools such as forms and checklists.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 2170 - Safety Program Implementation

    3 credit(s)
    This capstone course is designed to pull information from all the other courses the student has taken and apply it to real world situations in business and industry. An internship with a company or business is expected along with the development of a safety plan or process tailored to the needs of the company. Communication between the student, the company offering the internship and the supervising instructor will be critical.
    Contact Hours: Class- 40 Practical Lab- 15 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0
  
  • ENHS 2570 - Principles of Industrial Hygiene

    3 credit(s)
    This course provides an introduction to the field of industrial hygiene. Familiarizes students with the various techniques and procedures involved in the practice of Industrial Hygiene. Focuses on terminology, concepts, and methodology in the practices of industrial hygiene.
    Contact Hours: Class- 45 Practical Lab- 0 Clinical- 0 Internship- 0