The University of Toledo

Master of Science in Occupational Health : Industrial Hygiene

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES, OUTCOMES, AND DELIVERY

 Program Objectives

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Occupational Health, graduates should be able to:

(a) identify agents, factors, and stressors generated by and/or associated with defined sources, unit operations, and/or processes;

(b) describe qualitative and quantitative aspects of generation of agents, factors, and stressors; (c) understand physiological and/or toxicological interactions of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic agents, factors, and/or stressors with the human body;

(d) assess qualitative and quantitative aspects of exposure assessment, dose-response, and risk characterization based on applicable pathways and modes of entry;

(e) calculate, interpret, and apply statistical and epidemiological data;

(f) recommend and evaluate engineering, administrative, and personal protective equipment controls and/or other interventions to reduce or eliminate hazards;

(g) demonstrate the importance of appropriate ethical performance and practice; (h) demonstrate an understanding of applicable business and managerial practices; (i) interpret and apply applicable occupational and environmental regulations;

(j) participate in the development and implementation of applicable industrial hygiene-related programs;

(k) generate, review and interpret data, whether from original research or other published sources; (l) prepare scientific and technical summaries and reports;

(m) understand fundamental aspects of safety and environmental health;

(n) understand the necessity of teamwork among management, industrial hygienists, safety specialists, environmental specialists, engineers, and clinicians (i.e., occupational health physicians and nurses); and

(o) attain recognized professional certification.

Program Outcomes

The MSOH Degree - Industrial Hygiene program outcomes continue to simultaneously capture and reflect the ABET-ASAC General Criteria (Criterion 3. in the 2007-08 Criteria for Accrediting Applied Science Programs). The ASAC-ABET General Outcomes are as follows:

(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and applied sciences;

(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;

(c) an ability to formulate or design a system, process or program to meet desired needs;

(d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams;

(e) an ability to identify and solve applied science problems;

(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;

(g) an ability to communicate effectively;

(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of solutions in a global and societal context;

 (i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning;

 (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues;

 (k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern scientific and technical tools necessary for professional practice.

Program Delivery

The Program schedule is designed for both full- and part-time students. Realizing that many students interested in enrolling in the Program are professionals with many outside demands and responsibilities, the courses are offered during evenings and weekends. The evening courses typically meet every other week during the 15 week semester. Weekend courses meet on alternating weeks for eight Saturdays per course. The Program schedules are accommodating without sacrifice of academic quality and integrity.

The MSOH degree is conferred by the College of Graduate Studies at the University of Toledo, which is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges. The Industrial Hygiene program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology - Applied Science Accreditation Commission (ABET ASAC), ABET, Inc., Baltimore, MD, 21202.