Available in 2013 |WebLearn GradSchool||Semester 2| Previously
offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
OHSE6030 investigates the under-pinning scientific concepts and
aspects of occupational safety. The course is founded upon the
sciences of physics and chemistry, with an emphasis on the
principles underlying safety applications. |Objectives||The
course is designed to enable students to: 1. Understand the
range of issues within the scientific areas discussed in
relation to the workplace. 2. Be familiar with a broad range of
scientific concepts and their usage. 3. Identify the physical
and/or chemical issues present at the workplace. 4. Be able to
relate to the scientific viewpoint when investigating or in
discussion concerning safety issues in the workplace.
|Content||The course is presented in 3 modules: 1. Chemical
Safety 2. Physics of Safety 3. Applications within the Workplace
|Assumed Knowledge||Nil, however, basic mathematical skills and
basic chemistry and physics knowledge will