Master of Science in Occupational Health Industrial Hygiene

University of Toledo

The Master of Science in Occupational Health (MSOH) degree program is available in Industrial Hygiene. Industrial hygiene professionals are involved in understanding and implementing scientific, technical, and regulatory aspects that focus on preventing and controlling workers' exposures to factors and agents that can cause them harm. The comprehensive and flexible curriculum provides a solid foundation of information for students with limited or no background in industrial hygiene, while simultaneously offering students with professional experience the opportunity to expand the scope of their knowledge and skills. The program offers classes during evenings to facilitate graduate study for those engaged in full-time daily employment. The MSOH program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET. The degree requires a minimum of four semesters to complete as a full-time student, while part time students take approximately eight semesters to complete the program. Learning Outcomes PLO 1. Explain fundamental aspects of safety and environmental health. PLO 2. Interpret and apply applicable occupational and environmental regulations. PLO 3. Identify agents, factors, and stressors generated by and/or associated with defined sources, unit operations, and/or processes. PLO 4. Examine qualitative and quantitative aspects of generation of agents, factors, and stressors. PLO 5. Examine the physiological and/or toxicological interactions of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic agents, factors, and/or stressors with the human body. PLO 6. Assess qualitative and quantitative aspects of exposure assessment, dose response, and risk characterization based on applicable pathways and modes of entry. PLO 7. Calculate, interpret, and apply statistical and epidemiological data. PLO 8. Recommend and evaluate engineering, administrative, and personal protective equipment controls and/or other interventions to reduce or eliminate hazards. PLO 9. Analyze and interpret data, whether from original research or other published sources. PLO 10. Construct scientific and technical summaries and reports. PLO 11. Implement business and managerial practices focusing on project and program management. PLO 12. Explain the necessity of teamwork among management, industrial hygienists, safety specialists, environmental specialists, engineers, and clinicians (i.e., occupational health physicians and nurses). PLO 13. Discuss the importance of appropriate ethical performance and practice. PLO 14. Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to attain recognized professional certification.

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