Undergraduate Safety Studies General
Undergraduate Safety Studies General
2003 Spring Term
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INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY
SFTYGEN 251
Presents a systematic account of the foundations of safety to students with little previous knowledge of the subject. It presents the accident problem, philosophical implications, concepts of accident causation and countermeasures, and an overview of specific areas of safety concern: fire, water safety, traffic, disasters, etc.
ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS
SFTYGEN 255
An investigation into the physiological, psychological and sociological problems presented by the use of alcohol and other drugs. Prevention and treatment programs will be examined. Other areas of study will include alcohol and traffic safety, alcohol and other drugs education and employee assistance programs.
MOTOR FLEET SAFETY
SFTYGEN 381
An analysis of fleet safety problems and programs. Detailed study of the truck transportation industry, motor carrier responsibilities, federal regulations and safety supervision programs.
BEHAVIORAL ASPECTS OF ACCIDENT PREVENTION
SFTYGEN 450
Selected theories of accident causation and countermeasures are studied. Examination of physiological, medical, psychological, and sociological factors which influence behavior, and methods for modifying unsafe behavior.
LEGAL ASPECTS IN SAFETY
SFTYGEN 453
An examination of federal and state laws with judicial interpretations having application to traffic, school, and occupational safety, and the liability of public officials. Problems such as teacher liability, professional liability, workers' compensation, insurance, and product safety laws will be dealt with in respect to their involvement with either industrial, school, or public liability.
SEMINAR-SAFETY
SFTYGEN 470
This seminar will provide emphasis on independent study research and inquiry and an opportunity for discussion and evaluation of professional internship experiences.
ERGONOMICS
SFTYGEN 488
This course is intended to provide the student with basic introductory information concerning human information processing capabilities and limitations. Ergonomic strategies for preventing manual material handling, repetitive motion injury and ergonomic design and evaluation of man-machine systems will be included in the course. Prereq: Consent of Instructor.
WORKSHOP
SFTYGEN 490
Variable topics. See Schedule of Classes.
INDEPENDENT STUDY
SFTYGEN 498
Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.