0 or 2 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture Distance Learning Upper DivisionDepartmental Credit
This course will examine health and safety issues, particularly those which occur in the work setting, in various countries around the world. A particular focus will be toward developing countries in which the regulatory environment and resources to control hazards are less than those of more developed countries. Students will participate through an established professional organization. They will virtually work on specific projects in various countries, with the goal of improving the health and safety environment.
Learning Outcomes1Identify exposures to harmful environmental agents which may adversely affect human health.
2Apply their knowledge and skills of occupational health to recommend methods to reduce exposure to harmful environmental agents.
3Be able to function as part of team to address issues involving human health.
4Be able to describe the differences in exposure to hazardous agents for different parts of the world.
5Obtain a knowledge of current events and identify how the events relate to disparities in human health across different cultures and countries.
6Obtain an understanding of professional ethics in relation to differing health and safety policies.
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