5415 – Hazardous Materials

A broad, technical study of chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials. The course synthesizes various principles from organic, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, environmental chemistry, toxicology and risk assessment to predict the fate and effects of a particular chemical when released to the environment.

Laboratory focuses on how chemical hazards affect storage and usage, contingency plans, and spill response procedures.

Credit Hours: 3.5
Format: Format: Class/Laboratory