EKU is a leader in the field of Occupational Safety Management
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY
The Occupational Safety Concentration and Certificate programs develop the critical management skills required by engineers, occupational safety and loss prevention personnel involved in risk management and occupational safety.
The curriculum of the Occupational Safety concentration builds knowledge on hazard control principles related to the management of personnel, facilities, and equipment. Courses in this concentration include Industrial and Construction Safety, Corporate Compliance and Personal and Environmental Hazards.
The dynamic fields of first response management, fire engineering and rescue operations, require assertive leaders who can see beyond a situation. This concentration fortifies the leadership aptitude of fire and emergency service professionals, preparing them for management level responsibilities.
Degree with Concentration⁄Certificate Option
MS, SSEM plus Graduate Certificate
Total Required Credits: 36
Core Requirements ........................................................................................... 18 hours
SSE 815, 822, 826, 833, 865, 880
Option in Occupational Safety ........................................................................... 12 hours
SSE 828, 832, 834, and 845
Thesis or Comprehensive Exam/Electives ........................................................... 6 hours
TOTAL CURRICULUM REQUIRMENTS .............................................................. 36 hours
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Mike Schumann
Dr. Mike Schumann earned a B.S. in Biology and M.S. in Animal Science from Oregon State University, his J.D. with a concentration in labor and employment law from DePaul University and his Ph.D. from the University of Kentucky. Mr. Schumann began his career in the construction business and later worked for more than 12 years in the food manufacturing industry in a variety of positions.
The Program Concentration allows graduate students to build on field-specific knowledge of their interest. The Certificate Program follows the same curriculum guidelines, offering specialized knowledge for professionals who already hold a graduate degree.
