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Hazardous Materials Technology (EP) Occupational Certificate

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

This certificate is designed to develop basic applied skills required for management of hazardous materials and wastes in the industrial environment. This program is designed to develop minimum entry-level skills and knowledge for individuals working with these materials.

Award Outcomes

Select safe work practices.

Recognize compliance with relevant regulations.

Compare technical and procedural information.

Categorize chemical/physical properties.

Resolve unanticipated or changing conditions.

Resolve hazardous materials release.

Utilize response principles.

Select personal protective equipment.

Career Opportunities

Hazardous Materials Technology graduates find employment in the areas of emergency response and hazardous materials/waste management.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 10 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ENHS1020Hazard Recognition and Control

3

ENHS1110Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

3

ENHS1120Hazardous Materials Management and Handling

1

ENHS1130Personal Protective Equipment

2

ENHS1140Incident Management for Business and Industry

1

General Education Required 0 Credits

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Technical Studies Elective 0 Credits

Total Occupational Certificate Credits 10

Semester Sequence

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ENHS1020Hazard Recognition and Control

3

ENHS1120Hazardous Materials Management and Handling

1

ENHS1140Incident Management for Business and Industry

1

Total  Credits 5

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ENHS1110Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

3

ENHS1130Personal Protective Equipment

2

Total Credits  5

Graduation  (10 Credits)

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence.  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.

 

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