HLSC 1220 - Hazardous Materials Awareness

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

3.00 credits (3.00 lec) In this course, students will gain an understanding of the potential hazardous materials problem at local, state and federal levels. They will examine the ways to recognize and identify the presence of hazardous materials and how to determine the material's harmful characteristics through the use of several identification strategies. They will also explore the concepts of contamination and decontamination, personal protective gear, evacuation, and responsibilities of first responders. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052; placement into ENGL 1110 or completion of ENGL 0900 or ESOL 0051.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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