Available in 2013
| UoN Singapore | Trimester 3 |
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Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
The course is only offered externally in Singapore.
Develops a conceptual framework for toxicology and knowledge and skills relevant to the practice of occupational and environmental hygiene in hazard identification, risk assessment and control of the environment. Topics include: toxicological terminology; toxico-kinetics and toxico-dynamics; toxicological testing methods; toxicity of specify groups of industrial chemicals; environmental and biological monitoring; setting and using hygiene standards; methods for monitoring environmental pollutants, including noise; strategies for the control of environmental pollutants; and reporting on hygiene surveys.
| Objectives | By the end of the course students will be able to: 1. Discuss the role of the hygienist in the assessment and control of the work environment; 2. Explain key toxicological terms such as dose, effect, response, toxico-kinetics and toxico-dynamics; 3. Demonstrate an awareness of factors influencing toxicity; 4. Outline methods of testing for toxicity; 5. Outline the toxicity of specific groups of industrial chemicals; 6. Compare and contrast the roles of environmental and biological monitoring in workplace assessment; 7. Demonstrate an awareness of the factors involved in determining hygiene standards and describe the types and applicability of hygiene standards used in Australia; 8. Describe the principles of operation and methods of use of a range of instruments for monitoring environmental pollutants; 9. Outline strategies for the control of environmental pollutants. |
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| Content | Major topics include: - Principles and scope of occupational and environmental hygiene; - Key terms and concepts in toxicology; - Toxico-kinetics, toxico-dynamics and toxicological interactions; - Overview of toxicological testing methods; - Toxicity of selected solvents, gases, metals and other particulates; - Reproductive toxicology; - Environmental and biological monitoring; - Setting and using hygiene standards for air contaminants; - Principles and practice of measuring airborne gases, vapours and particulates; - Environmental control - principles of exhaust ventilation; - Environmental control - personal protective equipment; - Principles and practice of noise assessment and control; - The occupational hygiene survey. |
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| Transition | N/A | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | There is no assumed knowledge required for this course | ||||||
| Modes of Delivery | External Mode Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning |
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| Teaching Methods | Case Study
Email Discussion Group Lecture Forums Integrated Learning Laboratory Self Directed Learning |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 40 hour(s) per Term for Full Term | ||||||
| Timetables | 2013 Course Timetables for OHSE2640 |