ESOH 135 - Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

Institution:

The University of Findlay

Subject:

Description:

1 semester hour This course shows the student how fundamentals of chemistry apply to hazardous materials. Included are risks of exposure to hazardous substances, the EPA and DOT perspectives for classification, and chemical behavior of hazardous materials. Classroom demonstrations highlight the major concepts. Topic areas include hydrocarbons and their derivatives, flammable liquids and solids, explosives, reactives, corrosives, compressed gases and cryogenics, and radioactive materials.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.findlay.edu/

Phone Number:

(419) 422-8313

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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