I.H. 524 - Advanced Environmental Health

3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)

This course provides a broad understanding of Environmental Health (EH) in the context of Public Health (PH) Policy. We will explore human and environmental factors that influence natural, urban, rural and workplace environments as well as human health risks from chemical, biological and physical agents. Students will learn about social responses, tools and resources available for guiding environmental and public health policy decisions as well as EH practice, prevention and intervention strategies to mitigate threats and concerns.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor.