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SHS 100 Intro to Environmental Science and Safety

Credits 2 (2 Lectures Hrs/Wk) - F

Introduction to Environmental Science and Safety is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with different aspects of the environmental science and safety fields. This course will specifically talk about the issues which have a direct impact on our lives such as air and water pollution, underground storage tanks and its problems, household hazardous materials, recycling, etc. An overview of job opportunities in these fields will also be discussed.

SHS 101 Environmental Regulation I: Hazardous Materials Regulations

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - F

This course is an overview of the basic topics necessary for understanding federal and state regulations. Topics include formation of regulations, overview of OSHA regulations (29 CFR), and DOT regulations (49 CFR). Interpretation of DOT Emergency Response Guide Book, ATA manual, NIOSH Guide to Chemical Hazards, and MSDS's are also covered.

SHS 143 Environmental Science Lab I: EPA Methodology and Sampling Laboratory

(2 Lecture - 3 Lab Hrs/Wk) Credit 3 - W

This course will cover test methods for evaluating solid wastes, physical and chemical methods (SW-846), test procedures and guidance which are recommended for use in conducting the evaluations and measurements needed to comply with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). These methods are approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for obtaining data to satisfy the requirements of 40 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) parts 122 through 270. Also, this course is a basic approach to field sampling, measurement, and analytical testing. Procedures for handling samples to ensure proper preservation and compliance with the QA/QC programs is presented

Prerequisite: CH 170 or consent of the instructor.

 

EHS154 Risk Management I (ARM54)

Credits 2 (28 Lecture Hrs./Term)

This is the first in the series of three courses resulting in an Associate of Risk Management Certification (ARM). This course provides basic information about risk management.

 

SHS 155 Risk Management II (ARM55)

Credits 2 (20 Lecture Hrs/Term) – W

This is the second in a series of three courses resulting in an Associate of Risk Management Certification (ARM). This course covers the essentials of risk controls in a workplace.

Prerequisite: EHS154.

 

SHS 156 Risk Management III (ARM56)

Credits 2 (20 Lecture Hrs/Term) – Sp

This is the third in the series of three courses resulting in an Associate of Risk Management Certification (ARM). This course covers the essentials of risk financing and insurance for a workplace.

Prerequisite: EHS155

 

SHS 171 Environmental Science I: Characterization of Hazardous Materials

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - Sp

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of chemistry and physics which are essential for the characterization of chemical hazards, such as: carcinogens, corrosives, explosives, flammables, oxidizers, and radioactive materials. Students will also become familiar with the chemistry of some elements, principles of chemical reactions, and reference books such as Merck Index and CRC.

Prerequisite: CH 105 or consent of the instructor.

SHS 201 Environmental Regulation II: Compliance with Environmental Law

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - W

This course will summarize the regulatory and legal requirements associated with the Federal Resource Conservation and Recover Act (RCRA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The basic elements of compliance auditing and examples of commonly required regulatory reports, forms, and record keeping will be introduced in the course. Oregon's requirements will be the model presented in class whenever possible.

SHS 221 Environmental Safety I: Emergency Response Planning

(4 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 4 - F

This course is designed to introduce techniques of planning, organizing, and administering practical hazardous materials management programs, with emphasis on planning and incident command. OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.120) and related Federal rules will be studied in detail. Topics covered will include identifying the problem, analyzing the problem, etc. Included will be demonstrations and practice with personal protective equipment and procedures.

Prerequisite: SHS 171 and ESR 281 or consent of the instructor.

SHS 222 Environmental Safety II: Environmental Auditing

(3 Lecture - 3 Lab Hrs/Wk) Credits 4 - W

This course will address the legal, regulatory, and best management practices associated with building and managing a fully integrated environmental audit program. The course will rely on, and enhance the student's existing environmental knowledge in RCRA, CWA, CAA and CERCLA as a basis for this course. How the regulations impact an audit program, either independently or collectively, will be discussed throughout the course.

Prerequisite: SHS 221 or consent of the instructor.

SHS 225 Human and Environmental Toxicology

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - F

This course reviews the more important effects of exposures from hazardous materials/wastes. Topics covered include routes of exposure, acute and chronic effects of exposure on human target organs and systems, dose-response relationships and interpretation, exposure and risk assessments, chemical longevity in the body and environment, bio-accumulation, chemical transformations in the body and environment, and environmental effects of hazardous contaminants. Demonstrations and short field trips may be included.

Prerequisite: Completion of AH 11 and CH 105 or consent of the instructor.

SHS 230 Sustainable Business Practice 

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - Sp

This course provides basic knowledge about the full range of concepts, principles, and differences related to the theories of pollution prevention, source reduction, and toxic use reduction. The course reviews the skills, tools, and programs necessary to apply pollution prevention in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Specific methods of application are explored. Some specific industrial process opportunities are covered.

Prerequisites: SHS 101 and CH 105 or consent of the instructor.

SHS 243 Environmental Science Lab II: Introduction to Instrumental Analysis Laboratory

(3 Lecture - 4 Lab Hrs/Wk) Credits 4 - Sp

An introduction to the theory and application of instrumental methods of chemical analysis will be discussed. Included are infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and atomic absorption.

Prerequisite: SHS 143 or consent of the instructor.

ESR 271 Environmental Science II: Introduction to Environmental Engineering

(3 Lecture - 3 Lab Hrs/Wk) Credits 4 - F

This course will study the effects of air, land and water pollutants on the environment; the transfer and fate of pollutants in the environment; and water quality parameters and standards. Analysis of water quality in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ground water systems will be studied in detail.

Prerequisite: SHS 171 and MTH 95 or consent of the instructor.

ESR 281 Elements of Industrial Hygiene

(3 Lecture Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - Sp

A basic course in industrial hygiene. A survey of toxic agents and stresses on employees; emphasis on recognition, evaluation and control of environmental factors or stresses arising in or from the workplace.

ESR 285 Safety and Health Standards and Laws

(3 Class Hrs/Wk) Credits 3 - Sp

Emphasis on occupational safety and health hazards; recognition, investigation, prevention, and control techniques in industry, construction, material handling, and storage operations. New OSHA and state standards are stressed.

WE 280EV Cooperative Education Internship

(1-3 Class - 8-36 Lab Hrs/Wk) Credits 3,4,8,12

The student will intern a minimum of 8 hours per week (for 3 credits) in an approved intern site. Through agreement with the on-site supervisor, a college coordinator will coordinate the students intern experience with his/her college studies. A one-hour our per week required seminar is conducted to aid the transition from the college to the intern experience. A registration form signed by the instructor/coordinator is required for enrollment. Maximum credits that can be applied toward graduation will be 12, unless otherwise specified by the program. Maximum credits that can be transferred to other institutions may vary. The student should contact the given department he/she is transferring to and verify the total number of allowable Cooperative Education Internship credits.