MS in Industrial Hygiene & Environmental Health Sciences

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Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with the Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health Sciences at OU Hudson College of Public Health. The MS program in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health Sciences is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Industrial Hygiene. Our MS in Industrial Hygiene & Environmental Health Sciences program is a stepping stone to the Certified Industrial Hygienist credential and a career in professional industrial hygiene practice.

Curriculum

This 49-credit hour program, recognized as a national leader in industrial hygiene education, prepares you to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control environmental hazards affecting human health. Picture yourself mastering Noise and Radiation Hazards, learning to mitigate these risks in the workplace. In Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Measurements, you’ll gain the skills to accurately assess environmental health risks, while Occupational and Environmental Toxicology will deepen your understanding of the impact of toxins on health.

Course Requirements

OEH 5013	Environmental Health
OEH 5103	Occupational and Environmental Health Sampling Strategies
OEH 5213	Principles of Environmental Health and Safety Management
OEH 5262	Occupational and Environmental Laws and Regulations
OEH 5702	Principles of Safety
OEH 5723	Fundamentals of Occupational and Environmental Health Science
OEH 5734	Noise and Radiation Hazards
OEH 5742	Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Measurements
OEH 5973	Communications and Ethics in Occupational and Environmental Health
OEH 5980	Research for Master's Thesis (4 credit hours)
OEH 5553	Occupational and Environmental Toxicology
OEH 5752	Occupational Hazards Control
OEH 5801	Basic Ergonomics
OEH 5940	Field Practice (160 contact hours, 1 credit hour)
BSE 5113	Principles of Epidemiology
BSE 5163	Biostatistics Methods I
HPS 5213	Social and Behavioral Science in Public Health
HAP 5453	U.S. Health Care Systems
HPS 5211	Qualitative Methods in Public Health

Additional Degree Requirements

Quantitative Skills Examination
Industrial Hygiene Knowledge Survey
Oral Thesis Defense
Master's Thesis

STEM Designation

The MS in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health Sciences program is considered a STEM-designated degree program.

A STEM-designated program is an academic program that falls under at least one of the approved categories from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These categories are recognized by the government for their focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics. DHS's updated STEM-designated degree list can be found here: https://www.ice.gov/doclib/sevis/pdf/stemList2022.pdf.

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Academic Resources

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Research

The Hudson College of Public Health is enriched by its research partnerships with esteemed institutions and organizations, providing students with a robust, real-world learning experience that complements their academic journey.

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Field Work

At the Hudson College of Public Health, students apply their curriculum through immersive field experiences and practicums, fostering a hands-on, real-world understanding of public health challenges and solutions.

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Department of Occupational & Environmental Health

The Department of Occupational and Environmental Health is dedicated to addressing global environmental challenges and promoting health through innovative research and practical applications for students. Our department offers specialized degrees and provides students with the opportunity to work on real-world issues through our strong partnerships with key public health leaders. With a focus on community engagement and environmental sustainability, we prepare our students to become leaders in occupational health, industrial hygiene, and environmental health application.

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