AS Degree

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AS Degree

 

Industrial Health and Safety: Associate in Science

The program is geared towards providing training and education in various aspects in the industries of health and safety (Oil and Gas, Energy, Construction, Manufacturing, etc.) It is ideal for those wishing to learn more about California Occupational Health Safety Health (Cal OSHA) policies, expectations, and requirements. The program will also be ideal for health and safety officers at places of business and industry, safety trainers and teachers, operations managers and supervisors, field staff, etc. Students may earn a Certificate of Achievement and/or an Associate in Science Degree in Industrial Health and Safety upon the successful completion of program requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the requirements for the major in Industrial Health and Safety, a student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state standards Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in general industries.
  2. Apply integrated technical knowledge resulting in functional application of health and safety processed