This one semester, 3-credit introductory course is designed to give the student a general survey of the environmental hazardous materials technology area. The history of events leading to current legislation, environmental effects of pollution and an overview of the regulatory framework encompassing hazardous materials will be examined. Career opportunities will be explored throughout the semester. This one semester, 4-credit course is designed to incorporate the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's regulations require 40 hours of training specifically designed for hazardous waste operations personnel and their supervisors involved in any activities which expose or potentially expose them to hazardous substances and health hazards above permissible levels. The scope of workers covered under the regulation has been expanded to include many operations in addition to wastesites.
Pollution prevention is a central theme in each industrial process that is examined.
Functions within facilities that are common to most industries, and on selected unit operations are featured throughout the semester. Many industries are examined from video footage within the facility. The coursework involves locating resources via the Internet as well as other publications. Knowledge to environmental pathology will enable the student to examine the complex interplay between biological functions and chemical behavior of hazardous materials. An integral part of this course is a Preceptorship experience, which may be completed in their existing workplace or one, provided from our list of companies desiring students, The student is granted 1 credit hour for the experience.