OSH 621, INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE II
Course Number: OSH 621, Credit Hours: 3
Bassam H. Atieh, Sc.D.
Tel. 809-6652
I. Title
Industrial Hygiene II
II. Catalog Description
Advanced, in-depth study of harmful chemical, biological,
and physical agents found in the workplace. Emphasis is on
analytical methods, control measures, and monitoring and
surveillance techniques. This course is designed for
graduate students only.
III. Purpose
To enrich the student's knowledge of the fundamentals and
principles of industrial hygiene. This course is also
designed to promote group discussions, practical application
and implementation of industrial hygiene and occupational
safety & health related programs.
IV. Course Objectives (c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k)
By the end of this course:
- The student will have a very broad knowledge of industrial
hygiene concepts and their application.
- The student will have a significant exposure to applied
sciences in industrial hygiene.
- The student will be able to design and plan a comprehensive
industrial hygiene program.
V. Content Outline
A. REVIEW OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE CONCEPTS AND CASE STUDIES
- Review of Industrial Hygiene Concepts
(Recognition, evaluation and control of hazards)
- Discussion of Case Studies
(In-class discussions and evaluations of real experiences)
B. DEVELOPMENT OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PROGRAMS
- Design and Implementation of Industrial Hygiene Programs
(Classwork assignments and round-table discussions)
- Assigned and Required Chapters
- The Industrial Hygienist
- The Safety Professional
- The Occupational Physician
- The Occupational Nurse
- Industrial Hygiene Program
C. RECOMMENDED CHAPTERS FOR READING
- Governmental Regulations
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Research Design and Research Strategy
FINAL EXAM (COMPREHENSIVE)
VI. Instructional Activities
- Lectures
- Homework
- Writing critiques
- Term paper; topic must be approved
Critiques are due on or before the date assigned by the
instructor; LATE CRITIQUES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
(Make sure to turn-in original article/s)
Papers are due on or before the date assigned by the
instructor; LATE PAPERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
VII. Field & Laboratory Experiences
- Field trips (when applicable) will be followed by group
discussions.
- Laboratory and hands-on are not required for this course.
However, all student are encouraged to use the industrial
hygiene laboratory open-hours policy for hands-on and
practical experience.
VIII. Resources
- Text
- Handouts
- Instructor's reference library
IX. Grading
- Homework 15%
- Critique 15%
- Paper 20%
- Final Exam 50%
X. Attendance Policy
- Attendance is required.
- Unexcused absences may affect your final grade for the
course.
XI. Academic Honesty Policy
Refer to your undergraduate/graduate bulletin.
Cheating, plagiarism (submitting another person's material as
one's own, or doing work for another person which will
receive academic credit) are all impermissible. This
includes the use of unauthorized, books, notebooks, or other
sources in order to secure or give help during an
examination, the unauthorized copying of examinations,
assignments, reports and term papers, or the presentation of
unacknowledged material as if it were the student's own work.
Disciplinary action may be taken beyond the academic
discipline administered by the faculty member who teaches the
course in which the cheating took place.
XII. Recommended Texts & References
- Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene, National Safety
Council, Latest Edition.
- The Occupational Environment-Its Evaluation and Control,
AIHA Press, Latest Edition.
- Brauer, Roger L., Safety and Health for Engineers, VNR,
USA, Latest Edition.
XIII. Prerequisites
- Graduate status
- OSH 420
- Instructor's approval
XIV. Statement of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity
Non-Discrimination Policy Statement
Murray State University endorses the intent of all federal
and state laws created to prohibit discrimination. Murray
State University does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion,
age, veteran status, or disability in employment, admissions,
or the provision of services and provides, upon request,
reasonable accommodation including auxiliary aids and services
necessary to afford individuals with disabilities equal access
to participate in all programs and activities. For more
information, contact the Director of Equal Opportunity, Murray
State University, 103 Wells Hall, Murray, KY, 42071-3318.
Telephone: 270-809-3155 (voice), 270-809-3361 (TDD).