This course presents an overview of occupational accident prevention programs such as risk management, loss control, techniques of measurement, cost of accidents, location effects, identification of accident sources, and problems of selective corrective action. Also presented is an introduction to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 on operations, systematic self inspection, and compliance procedures. The societal responsibility toward a safe work place is stressed. This course provides an opportunity for faculty and students to explore current thought in the business and technical world, or to explore ideas outside of our established curriculum. This writing course provides strategies for developing a clear, concise writing style.
Students organize, write, and edit a variety of material pertinent to professional situations.
Communication skills pertinent to organizational settings form the foundation of this course. Students practice a methodology for speech design and delivery, interpersonal communication skills, networking skills, and effective meeting strategies. This course introduces students to computer technology and its applications for managers. It requires no previous experience with microcomputers and includes an introduction to both hardware and software. This course deals with expository writing for a select audience.