This program provides individuals with the technical and professional knowledge and skills required to improve health and safety practices in the workplace. The program is designed to increase the knowledge and expertise of personnel associated with the field of occupational safety and health. Enrollment in a degree program is not required for enrollment in the certificate program. However, students interested in pursuing a degree may apply the credits earned through this certificate program to selected baccalaureate degree programs.
Required (12 credits):
IT 215 Hazardous Materials Safety Management
IT 275 Principles of Industrial Hygiene
IT 357 Occupational Safety and Health Regulatory
Issues
IT 457 Workplace Safety and Health
Electives (6 credits):
IT 241 Introduction to Environmental Studies
IT 325 Methods and Materials of Occupational
Safety & Health Education
IT 328 Ergonomics
IT 242 Introduction to Solid and Hazardous Waste
Management
IT 411 ISO 14000 Series of International
Environmental Standards
PLS 250 Workers’ Compensation