ENGR 4310 is a required basic course leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Technology.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A basic overview of the field of industrial hygiene. This course will cover history and development of this discipline, and the basic concepts of recognition of hazards in the occupational environment, evaluation of various hazards, and control measures. Also discussed will be the occupational health and safety profession and applicable government regulations and their impact on this technical field. Both theory as well as application through hands-on labs will be addressed as pertinent. A comprehensive overview of industrial hygiene will be completed to assist in review of areas addressed as part of the professional certification process.
The course meets for up to 2.5 hours of lecture/lab each week on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. The assigned classroom is Room N703 of the Main Building.
COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
1. Review the history and development as an overview of industrial hygiene.
2. Explore briefly the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body as related to the potential for occupational exposures to various site hazards.
3. Study recognition of hazards within workplace environments including chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic.
4. Investigate methods of evaluation of identified hazards in the work environment involving air sampling techniques.
5. Explain control measures including ventilation and use of respiratory protection.
6. Discuss various occupational health and safety professions.
7. Understand governmental regulations and their impact on this field.
8. Complete review of technical theory as well as practical applications of components.
REQUIREMENTS:
Textbook – Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene. Fifth Edition, National Safety Council (2002)
Additional supplemental reading assignments and use of other technical materials will also be referenced and provided. A bibliography of other reading material by topics is included in Appendix A of the course textbook.
ASSIGNMENTS, PAPERS, AND PROJECTS:
Homework for each class section will include review of the assigned reading materials for conduct of discussions. Preparation for tests is also anticipated through review and understanding of the class topics and issues.
A research paper on a topic in the technical field of occupational health and safety is required and/or a summary course presentation.
ATTENDANCE AND GRADING POLICY:
Attainment of course goals and objectives by students will be evaluated through the critique of assignments, completion of periodic examinations, preparation of a research paper, and conduct of hands-on lab exercises to be familiar with instrumentation. Course attendance and participation will assist in this effort. The final course grade will be calculated as outlined.
I will be honest in all my academic activities and will not tolerate dishonesty.
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ‑ DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4310 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2009 - CALENDAR
DATES WEEK WEEKLY TOPIC DESCRIPTION
8/25/09 1 Introduction and Class Outline
History and Development
Government Regulation including Federal OSHA
Chapters 1, 28, and 29
9/01/09 2 Review of Human Physiology
For Lungs, Skin, Ears, and Eyes
Chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5
9/08/09 3 Introduction to Hazard Recognition
Toxicology
Part III, Chapter 6
9/15/09 4 Hazard Recognition
Thermal Stress and Ergonomics
Chapters 12 and 13
9/22/09 5 Hazard Recognition
Gases, Vapors, and Solvents; and, Particulates
Chapter 7 and 8
9/29/09 6 Hazard Recognition
Biological Agents
Chapters 14
10/06/09 7 Mid-Term Examination
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ‑ DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4310 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2009 - CALENDAR
DATES WEEK WEEKLY TOPIC DESCRIPTION
10/13/09 8 Hazard Recognition
Industrial Noise
Chapter 9
10/20/09 9 Hazard Recognition
Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
Chapters 10 and 11
10/27/09 10 Hazard Evaluation
Workplace Exposure Assessment
Chapters 15 and Supplemental Materials
11/03/09 11 Hazard Evaluation
Air Sampling and Direct-Reading Instruments
Chapters 16 and 17
11/10/09 12 Hazard Control
Methods of Control and PPE
Chapters 18 and 22
11/17/09 13 Hazard Control
Ventilation
Chapters 19, 20, and 21
11/24/09 14 Holiday
12/01/09 15 Occupational Safety and Health Professions
Chapters 23-27
Review for Course Final
12/08/09 16 Final Course Examination
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ‑ DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4310 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2009
CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT DATES
DATE WEEK ACTIVITY
09/29/09 6 Brief Review for Mid‑Term Exam;
Due Date for Research Paper Outline
10/06/09 7 Mid‑Term Examination
11/03/09 11 Due Date for Research Papers
12/01/09 15 Course Final Review
12/08/09 16 Final Course Examination
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ‑ DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4310 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2009
Research Paper Criteria:
1. Length of 1500 ‑ 2000 words
2. Contain at least 10 parenthetical references
(in text citations)
3. Reference at least 5 different resources
4. Final copy must be typed with double line spacing.
5. Emphasis should be placed on persuasive techniques, style, and research skills.
Format:
One of the following approaches:
A. Standard Essay Format
1. Thesis
2. Body of Support
3. Conclusion
B. Case Study Format
1. Thesis (Recognition)
2. Research (Evaluation)
3. Recommendation (Control)
4. Summary
The research paper presentation must contain a title page, a formal outline containing the thesis statement of the paper, and a bibliographic reference (or works cited) page.
Timetable:
09/29/09 ‑ Due Date for outline with thesis statement, type of format to be utilized, and proposed references.
11/03/09 ‑ Due Date for final research paper.
PURPOSE
ENGR 4410 is a required basic course leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Technology. : COURSE DESCRIPTION: COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. Review the history and development as an overview of industrial hygiene.
2. Explore briefly the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body as related to the potential for occupational exposures to various site hazards.
3. Study recognition of hazards within workplace environments including chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic.
4. Investigate methods of evaluation of identified hazards in the work environment involving air sampling techniques.
5. Explain control measures including ventilation and use of respiratory protection.
6. Discuss various occupational health and safety professions.
7. Understand governmental regulations and their impact on this field.
8. Complete review of technical theory as well as practical applications of components. REQUIREMENTS: Textbook – Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene. Fifth Edition, National Safety Council (2002)
Additional supplemental reading assignments and use of other technical materials will also be referenced and provided. A bibliography of other reading material by topics is included in Appendix A of the course textbook. ASSIGNMENTS, PAPERS, AND PROJECTS: ATTENDANCE AND GRADING POLICY: INSTRUCTOR: JK, Inc.
8926 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 664-1597 (8:00 am - 5:00 pm+++)
(713) 664-6443 (fax) mail@jkinc.biz I will be honest in all my academic activities and will not tolerate dishonesty.
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4410 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2008 - CALENDAR DATES WEEK WEEKLY TOPIC DESCRIPTION Format: Timetable: 09/30/08 - Due Date for outline with thesis statement, type of format to be utilized, and proposed references.
11/04/08 - Due Date for final research paper. One of the following approaches:
A. Standard Essay Format
1. Thesis
2. Body of Support
3. Conclusion
B. Case Study Format
1. Thesis (Recognition)
2. Research (Evaluation)
3. Recommendation (Control)
4. Summary
The research paper presentation must contain a title page, a formal outline containing the thesis statement of the paper, and a bibliographic reference (or works cited) page. 8/26/08 1 Introduction and Class Outline
History and Development
Government Regulation including Federal OSHA
Chapters 1, 28, and 29
9/02/08 2 Review of Human Physiology
For Lungs, Skin, Ears, and Eyes
Chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5
9/09/08 3 Introduction to Hazard Recognition
Toxicology
Part III, Chapter 6
9/16/08 4 Hazard Recognition
Thermal Stress and Ergonomics
Chapters 12 and 13
9/23/08 5 Hazard Recognition
Gases, Vapors, and Solvents; and, Particulates
Chapter 7 and 8
9/30/08 6 Hazard Recognition
Biological Agents
Chapters 14
10/07/08 7 Mid-Term Examination UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4410 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2008 - CALENDAR DATES WEEK WEEKLY TOPIC DESCRIPTION
10/14/08 8 Hazard Recognition
Industrial Noise
Chapter 9
10/21/08 9 Hazard Recognition
Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
Chapters 10 and 11
10/28/08 10 Hazard Evaluation
Workplace Exposure Assessment
Chapters 15 and Supplemental Materials
11/04/08 11 Hazard Evaluation
Air Sampling and Direct-Reading Instruments
Chapters 16 and 17
11/11/08 12 Hazard Control
Methods of Control and PPE
Chapters 18 and 22
11/18/08 13 Hazard Control
Ventilation
Chapters 19, 20, and 21
11/25/08 14 Holiday
12/02/08 15 Occupational Safety and Health Professions
Chapters 23-27
Review for Course Final
12/09/08 16 Final Course Examination UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4410 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2008
CALENDAR OF IMPORTANT DATES DATE WEEK ACTIVITY
09/30/08 6 Brief Review for Mid-Term Exam;
Due Date for Research Paper Outline
10/07/08 7 Mid-Term Examination
11/04/08 11 Due Date for Research Papers
12/02/08 15 Course Final Review
12/09/08 16 Final Course Examination UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON - DOWNTOWN
SAFETY AND FIRE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
ENGR 4410 – INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE INSTRUMENTATION
FALL 2008 Research Paper Criteria
1. Length of 1500 - 2000 words
2. Contain at least 10 parenthetical references
(in text citations)
3. Reference at least 5 different resources
4. Final copy must be typed with double line spacing.
5. Emphasis should be placed on persuasive techniques, style, and research skills. : Attainment of course goals and objectives by students will be evaluated through the critique of assignments, completion of periodic examinations, preparation of a research paper, and conduct of hands-on lab exercises to be familiar with instrumentation. Course attendance and participation will assist in this effort. The final course grade will be calculated as outlined.
Grading Distribution:
1. Exams (Midterm and Final) 50%
(25% for each exam) 100 – 90 = A
2. Research Paper 20% 90 – 80 = B
(Technical topic) 80 – 70 = C
3. Class assignments 20% 70 – 60 = D
4. Class participation 10% Below 60 = F
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100% Homework for each class section will include review of the assigned reading materials for conduct of discussions. Preparation for tests is also anticipated through review and understanding of the class topics and issues.
A research paper on a topic in the technical field of occupational health and safety is required and/or a summary course presentation. A basic overview of the field of industrial hygiene. This course will cover history and development of this discipline, and the basic concepts of recognition of hazards in the occupational environment, evaluation of various hazards, and control measures. Also discussed will be the occupational health and safety profession and applicable government regulations and their impact on this technical field. Both theory as well as application through hands-on labs will be addressed as pertinent. A comprehensive overview of industrial hygiene will be completed to assist in review of areas addressed as part of the professional certification process.
The course meets for up to 2.5 hours of lecture/lab each week on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. The assigned classroom is Room N704 of the Main Building.
