It is designed as the introductory course in the Certificate Program in Hazardous Materials Management. Participants obtain a foundation in both hazardous materials and waste management. You are introduced to the regulations that govern the field and the various technical aspects of managing environmental problems. The instructor previews subjects covered in more depth in other certificate program courses, including groundwater and air-quality issues, toxicology and health issues, waste storage and disposal, treatment technologies, and emergency response. Current issues in environmental hazard management are also discussed.
Enrollment is limited.