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4.00 Credits
During this course you will explore the science underlying the formation, extraction and utilization of coal within the context of coalbased societal issues. The course will emphasize active, student-centered learning. Topics include the formation of different coal types, why coal is such an excellent source of energy, acid mine drainage, environmental pollution, human health issues, and the future of new coal technologies. You will investigate the important, intractable social problems of nonrenewable resource depletion, mountaintop removal-valley fi lls and public health. You will be challenged to examine your role as a citizen and energy consumer in fi nding equitable solutions to these and other issues.
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4.00 Credits
Designed for non-science majors and no prerequisites, this course explores introductory geology concepts in the classroom and through fi eld trips. Topics include the Earth’s formation, plate tectonics, geologic time, mineral and rock identifi cation, landform interpretation, and their relationship to cultural history. Students investigate both the process and content of geology through activities, collaborative learning, and local fi eld trips. Concepts are applied to deciphering the state’s ancient geology, geography, and critical environmental issues. The course primarily uses handouts with a suggested textbook. The class meets for two-hour class periods twice a week that include local fi eld trips during class time plus 3 or 4 daylong fi eld trips on the weekends to areas of interest.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to OSHA and EPA regulations pertaining to general and construction industry record keeping, OSHA/ EPA inspection, fi re, chemical exposure, most frequent violations and other topics.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory examination of safety management principles, with an emphasis on recordkeeping, hazard identifi cation, product safety and behavioral-based safety, as related to accident prevention. PR: SFTY 1100, MATH 1101.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the major elements of disasters and emergencies, including systematic and organized methods of preparedness planning for these events.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of federal and state regulations governing general industry and product safety, with an emphasis on various legal problems related to OSHA and general industry. (OSHA 10-hour card is attainable upon completion of this class.) PR: Must be admitted to the A.A.S. Homeland Security Degree Program or Pre-Homeland Security Program. PR: SFTY 1100.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of fi re prevention, detection and suppression. The NFPA Lifesafety Code will be addressed, as well as basic water supply and hydraulics, including distribution systems. PR: SFTY 1100, CHEM 1102.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers federal construction regulations and the case law surrounding the construction industry. (OSHA 10-hour card is attainable upon completion.) PR: SFTY 2250, MATH 1102.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the methods for anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and controlling exposures in the workplace while exploring the toxicological effects of contaminants on workforces. PR: SFTY 1150, CHEM 1102, CR: SFTY 2250.
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4.00 Credits
This class provides a comprehensive study of federal/state regulations and legislation pertaining to the Environmental Protection Agency. Coverage shall include EPCRA, TSCA, RCRA, CWA and CAA as related to generation, storage and disposal of chemicals and waste in industry. PR: CHEM 1102, SFTY 2250.
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